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The Onstage Magnetism and Theatricality of South Korean Boy Band BTS

“There are a million and one things I could talk about here when it comes to BTS. But I want to focus on who they are as performers. What is it about this group that is so magnetizing? Why does it feel as though every time I watch a performance, I’m seeing a perfectly crafted theatrical production? Why are they able to engage with a kind of theatricality that you just don’t see with other musical groups?”

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Musicals OnStage Blog Staff Musicals OnStage Blog Staff

Hear me out, "JoJo Siwa: The Musical"

“The plot of a JoJo Siwa musical could focus on her rise to stardom and all the hate she receives just because she is unique and unapologetically herself, and how she manages to block out the haters and maintain a positive attitude.”

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Broadway OnStage Blog Staff Broadway OnStage Blog Staff

The Best Broadway Songs for a Great Workout

“As annoying as people are when they say that exercising helps both your physical and mental health and that you’ll be happier after a good workout, they aren’t wrong! What follows are my favorite Broadway workout songs for you to enjoy while you sweat.”

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Observations Christopher Peterson Observations Christopher Peterson

5 Oopsies: Shows NOT to take your child to

“Even when you’ve done your homework, even when you’re fairly progressive about theatre you take your child to, mistakes can be made. Sure, we know that The Pillowman and Avenue Q aren’t for the younger set, but some shows aren’t quite so obviously R-rated.”

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The Acting Life Christopher Peterson The Acting Life Christopher Peterson

The Five Greatest Theatre Games Ever Invented

Smile If You Love Me, Baby

Concept: A person stands stone-faced. If he/she cracks when another person says “smile, if you love me, baby”, then the other person takes his/her place. And so on and so forth. Basically, the only rule is that you can’t touch the person who is stone-faced.

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