The Sound of Music returned to television this week with a live performance from Carrie Underwood as Maria. This was one of the first live musical productions on TV for some time and audiences tuned in by the millions.
For years, audiences have been packing the seats to see live performances of Broadway classics but now it would be possible for those classic shows to be featured on TV.
With the success of the The Sound of Music, the thought now turns to which Broadway show would make a great live TV event. From the cast of Rent singing, "Seasons of Love" to two witches from Oz who defy gravity, these memorable Broadway moments could be introduced to new generations via the live TV medium.
TheCelebrityCafe.com is counting down the top five musicals that could be turned into live TV productions. Is your favorite not amongst the list? Comment below.
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5. Rent
Rent is a stage show with memorable songs, inspiration moments and an emotional storyline that inspires people to live for today while remembering the past.
Famous songs from the production include, "Out Tonight," "Love Me or Leave Me" and "Cover You."
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4. Fiddler on the Roof
Sticking with the classic theme that Sound of Music brought back to TV, why not continue the tradition and showcases Fiddler on the Roof. A classic story that still connects with audiences today.
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3. West Side Story
The songs of West Side Story are exciting, unforgettable and make audiences want to jump up and dance. Great songs from the musical include "Tonight" and "Somewhere."
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2. Phantom of the Opera
The Phantom of the Opera is a classic among the classics. The Andrew Lloyd Webber, musical has touched the lives so many who have seen the beautiful love story and the songs filled theater halls.
Memorable numbers from this production include, "All I Ask of You," "Think of Me" and "The Music of the Night."
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1. Wicked
It would be impossible to have a musical translate to TV as well as Wicked could. The introduction to The Wizard of Oz, Wicked tells the story of two unlikely witches who become friends and defy gravity.
The stage show that at first critics thought would not be successful, has been on Broadway for 10 years and is still going strong.
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