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After “Wicked,” What Do We Want from the Musical?

Critics at Large | The New Yorker

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Exploring the Essence and Expectations of Musicals

This chapter examines the mixed reviews of a musical starring Joaquin Phoenix's Arthur Fleck and Lady Gaga, focusing on its lack of joy despite attempts at creativity. It critiques the nature of musicals, contrasting conventional formats with the expansive ideals represented by classics like 'The Sound of Music.'

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