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Broadway: The American Musical (2004): Cast

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Broadway: The American Musical is a 2004 documentary directed by Michael Kantor, starring Julie Andrews, Mel Brooks and Joel Grey. It runs 6 hours.

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Broadway: The American Musical (2004) movie poster
Runtime
6h (360 min)
Director
Michael Kantor
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
Studio
BBC
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Broadway: The American Musical About?

The premise of Broadway: The American Musical without spoilers.

The six‑part documentary series traces the birth of Broadway’s musical theatre from its 1893 origins through 2004, highlighting the visionary composers, lyricists, directors, choreographers and producers who shaped it. It showcases seminal productions that revolutionized the form and defined the modern American musical experience.

Broadway: The American Musical Themes & Keywords

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  • new york city
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  • nostalgia
  • broadway manhattan new york city
  • broadway's golden age
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Cast & crew

Broadway: The American Musical Cast

Julie Andrews leads the cast, with Mel Brooks and Joel Grey. Directed by Michael Kantor; 13 actors are credited in all.

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More from Michael Kantor

One more film directed by Michael Kantor: Broadway Musicals: A Jewish Legacy.

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Broadway: The American Musical Also Known As

Also known as “Broadway: El Musical Americano”.

Also known as
  • Broadway: El Musical Americano

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Broadway: The American Musical FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Broadway: The American Musical, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Broadway: The American Musical?

Broadway: The American Musical runs 6 hours (360 minutes).

Who directed Broadway: The American Musical?

Broadway: The American Musical was directed by Michael Kantor.

More films by Michael Kantor

Who is in the cast of Broadway: The American Musical?

Broadway: The American Musical stars Julie Andrews, Mel Brooks and Joel Grey, among 13 credited actors.

Does Broadway: The American Musical have a post-credit scene?

No. Broadway: The American Musical has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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