Example Sentences

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But his wish list of non-woke repertory, which also included Les Misérables and The Phantom of the Opera, draws on an attachment that predates his entry into national politics: Broadway musicals.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

But few would describe this year’s ragtag selection of new musicals as robust.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

“Schmigadoon!” wouldn’t exist if it weren’t for nostalgia for a time when musicals were not just more popular but also often fresher and more inventive than they are today.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Jukebox musicals are notorious for shoe-horning in beloved songs without regard for storytelling integrity.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

Furthermore, I thought I would have time to make a preshow mix in which the odd-numbered tracks are punk rock and the even-numbered tracks are from musicals.

From "Will Grayson, Will Grayson" by John Green and David Levithan