September 28, 2023: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum ​(1962)

Class Preparation

NOTE: Because we didn't get to Do I Hear a Waltz? in class 2, we will start with that. Links to cast recording, readings, and videos are still located on the page for Class 2.

• Related readings in the texts:
  • ​Broadway: The American Musical: pp. 302-303.​
  • Finishing the Hat:  A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum  (Chapter 4, pp. 78-109)
• Class 3 Lyrics: This handout includes lyrics for key songs from Forum; all of the lyrics for Forum--including cut songs and alternate versions--are in Finishing the Hat.
• Handout of key class slides

YouTube Links Playlists

Playlists

• A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (1962 Original Broadway Cast Recording)
• Class 3 Videos: (includes a bonus performance of "Free" by Whoopi Goldberg)​