Genre Research

Musicals

  Musicals are such a diverse genre of media. This is due to the variety of sub-genres that could be matched with a musical. For a piece of media to be considered a musical it needs to include an element of song throughout the dialogue and usually dance is incorporated. Musicals often have characteristics of, storytelling, emotional characters, romance, nostalgia, and of course choreography.

 The general target audience for musicals is kids and teens. This is due to the thrilling songs that attract and compel young children. Teens are also attracted to musicals because of how most musicals, have a character that sings and rambles on about there life problems which could be relatable to teens current problems.

Marketing for musicals usually includes trailers with bright colors and songs exclusivly featured in the musical.

 LaLa Land: This film embodies the musical genre through elaborate singing and dancing coordination. It executes an exciting feel throughout the movie and especially in the opening number "Another Day of Sun" It accomplishes all this while having that classic Hollywood charm. This movie also has a strong sense of nostalgia to it.

Chicago: This movie embodies the musical genre by portraying jazz and the early 1920s through song and dance. The emotional stakes of the actors throughout the film are high as Roxie Hart is convicted for murder. Even with the stories dark elements, the film able to bring light a light and hopeful perspective to the viewer.

Other Representations: Musical Theatre Genre