The Sound of Musicals
2013 · Channel 4 · 45 min · 1 season
S01E04 · The Hit & Miss Factory
Wed, 4 Dec, 8:00 am
The final episode focusses on the challenge of keeping audiences coming year after year, once the glitz and glamour of opening night have been and gone.
About
The Sound of Musicals features exclusive behind-the-scenes access as it takes a look at every aspect of the business of musicals. From producers attempting to get their shows into the West End, to casting stories and to the big name stars to those fresh out of theatre school.
Episodes
- E01
The Hottest Ticket in Town
Wed, 13 Nov· 45 minBehind the scenes of the West End, revealing how to bring a classic tale to life on stage, with exclusive access to Academy Award winner Sam Mendes' re-imagining of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
- E02
The Producers
Wed, 20 Nov· 45 minThis episode follows producers at both ends of the spectrum as they try to do what it takes to create their own sell-out shows.
- E03
Star Power
Wed, 27 Nov· 45 minThis episode of the documentary series examines the challenges of casting, with high demand in the West End for well-known faces. Can debut producer Amy find the right Fonz for Happy Days?
- E04
The Hit & Miss Factory
Wed, 4 Dec· 45 minThe final episode focusses on the challenge of keeping audiences coming year after year, once the glitz and glamour of opening night have been and gone.