Xanadu: The Book

by Karen Davidov (editor)

Behind the scenes of the Broadway musical phenomenon "Xanadu."

Includes:
* The Playwright: Douglas Carter Beane Under the Influence
* The Gods and Goddesses: I Love the 800s B.C.!
* The Composer/Lyricists: Electric Light Orchestra Archivist Bob Caiger Shines a Lift on Jeff Lynne and ELO; John Farrar Talks with Muse-ic Director, Eric Stern
* The Director: Christopher Ashley Takes "Ten" Rude Questions
*The Set Designer: Ready, Set, Gallo! David Gallo Sets the Stage
* The Costume Designer: Color Me Impressed with David Zinn
* The Lighting Designer: Howell Binkley, Watt's Up?
* The Choreographer: The Dan Knechtges Story: I'm Dancing as Fast as I Can
* The Producers: Robert Ahrens, B. Swibel, and Tara Smith: Three of the Producers Tell Us Why Xanadu?
* The Screenwriters: Marc Rubel: Life's a Beach; Richard Danus: The Original Xana-Dude
* The Movie and the Muse: I'm Seeing Stars

Genres: Theatre

100 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2008

Reviews

[Scott · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fun, enjoyable backstage look at one of Broadway's biggest and best surprises!