(Part 2) Best products from r/Broadway
We found 22 comments on r/Broadway discussing the most recommended products. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 62 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
21. Zoom H4n Pro 4-Track Portable Recorder, Stereo Microphones, 2 XLR/ ¼“ Combo Inputs, Guitar Inputs, Battery Powered, for Stereo/Multitrack Recording of Music, Audio for Video, and Podcasting
- Four-channel recording up to 24-bit, 96 kHz. Built-in stereo X/Y microphones, up to 140 dB SPL
- 2 XLR/TRS inputs with locking connectors. Records directly to SD/SDHC cards up to 32 GB
- 4-in/2-out USB audio interface. Monaural speaker: 400 mW 8 Ω
- Line/phone-LINE Output load impedance- 10 kΩ or more. LINE rated output level: -10 dBu. PHONE- 20 mW + 20 mW (into 32Ω load)
- Usb 2.0 high speed. Usb functions can be powered using usb bus power. Plug-in and phantom power cannot be set during recording and playback. Compatible operating systems is windows vista and newer mac os x 10.6 and newer.Tempo:40.0 - 250.0 BPM
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Direct recording to SD cards up to 128GB.Display 2.0-inch full color LCD (320 x 240 pixels)Gain knobs, pads, and phantom power for each input. Maximum Sound Pressure Input: 122 dB SPLNewly redesigned preamps with an ultra-low noise floor, up to 24-bit/96kHz audio in wav or MP3 formatMountable direct...
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24. Broadway: The American Musical (Applause Books)
- Used Book in Good Condition
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- High Quality Soft and Flexible Ultra Low Resistance Silicone Venom Logo Wire.
- High Quality Connectors.
- 12 in (300mm) Length.
- 14 AWG Wire.
- Backed with Proven US Support and Venom's Industry Leading Limited Lifetime Warranty.
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27. Into the Woods
- MR BEAN, THE ULTIMATE COLLECTION DVD BOX SET BY
- A&E HOME VIDEO
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- Sarah Crichton Books
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▼ Read Reddit mentions29. What They Did for Love: The Untold Story Behind the Making of "A Chorus Line"
- Used Book in Good Condition
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▼ Read Reddit mentions30. Supreme Villainy: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Most (In)Famous Supervillain Memoir Never Published
▼ Read Reddit mentions31. The Rodgers & Hammerstein Collection (The Sound of Music / The King and I / Oklahoma! / South Pacific / State Fair / Carousel)
Actors: Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Gordon MacRae, Shirley Jones, Yul BrynnerDirectors: Fred Zinnemann, Henry King, Joshua Logan, Jos Ferrer, Robert WiseFormat: Box set, Color, NTSC, Special Edition, WidescreenLanguage: English (Stereo), French (Stereo), Spanish (Stereo)Subtitles: English, F...
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35. MCS 8x10 Inch Format Frame, Black (40958)
8x10 Inch matte black format frameFrame has a thin black profileFrame features front loading design with polished edge glassFrame is ready for wall hanging either vertically or horizontally and includes a snap-in easel for table top displayCertified FFP
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38. C-Line Top Loading Heavyweight Poly Sheet Protectors, Clear, Mini Size, 8.5 x 5.5 Inches, 50 per Box (62058)
- C-Line's most popular top loading mini sheet protector
- Extra durability for permanent storage of frequently used materials
- No photocopy transfer
- Acid-free, archival quality
- Holds half -sheet of standard size paper (5 1/2 x 8 1/2 Inches)
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21. Zoom H4n Pro 4-Track Portable Recorder, Stereo Microphones, 2 XLR/ ¼“ Combo Inputs, Guitar Inputs, Battery Powered, for Stereo/Multitrack Recording of Music, Audio for Video, and Podcasting
- Four-channel recording up to 24-bit, 96 kHz. Built-in stereo X/Y microphones, up to 140 dB SPL
- 2 XLR/TRS inputs with locking connectors. Records directly to SD/SDHC cards up to 32 GB
- 4-in/2-out USB audio interface. Monaural speaker: 400 mW 8 Ω
- Line/phone-LINE Output load impedance- 10 kΩ or more. LINE rated output level: -10 dBu. PHONE- 20 mW + 20 mW (into 32Ω load)
- Usb 2.0 high speed. Usb functions can be powered using usb bus power. Plug-in and phantom power cannot be set during recording and playback. Compatible operating systems is windows vista and newer mac os x 10.6 and newer.Tempo:40.0 - 250.0 BPM
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▼ Read Reddit mentions22. Zoom H6 6-Track Portable Recorder, Stereo Microphones, 4 XLR/TRS Inputs, Records to SD Card, USB Audio Interface, Battery Powered, for Stereo/Multitrack Audio for Video, Podcasting, and Music
Direct recording to SD cards up to 128GB.Display 2.0-inch full color LCD (320 x 240 pixels)Gain knobs, pads, and phantom power for each input. Maximum Sound Pressure Input: 122 dB SPLNewly redesigned preamps with an ultra-low noise floor, up to 24-bit/96kHz audio in wav or MP3 formatMountable direct...
▼ Read Reddit mentions24. Broadway: The American Musical (Applause Books)
- Used Book in Good Condition
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▼ Read Reddit mentions25. The Secret Life of the American Musical: How Broadway Shows Are Built
- High Quality Soft and Flexible Ultra Low Resistance Silicone Venom Logo Wire.
- High Quality Connectors.
- 12 in (300mm) Length.
- 14 AWG Wire.
- Backed with Proven US Support and Venom's Industry Leading Limited Lifetime Warranty.
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▼ Read Reddit mentions27. Into the Woods
- MR BEAN, THE ULTIMATE COLLECTION DVD BOX SET BY
- A&E HOME VIDEO
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▼ Read Reddit mentions28. The Secret Life of the American Musical: How Broadway Shows Are Built
- Sarah Crichton Books
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▼ Read Reddit mentions29. What They Did for Love: The Untold Story Behind the Making of "A Chorus Line"
- Used Book in Good Condition
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▼ Read Reddit mentions30. Supreme Villainy: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Most (In)Famous Supervillain Memoir Never Published
▼ Read Reddit mentions31. The Rodgers & Hammerstein Collection (The Sound of Music / The King and I / Oklahoma! / South Pacific / State Fair / Carousel)
Actors: Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Gordon MacRae, Shirley Jones, Yul BrynnerDirectors: Fred Zinnemann, Henry King, Joshua Logan, Jos Ferrer, Robert WiseFormat: Box set, Color, NTSC, Special Edition, WidescreenLanguage: English (Stereo), French (Stereo), Spanish (Stereo)Subtitles: English, F...
▼ Read Reddit mentions35. MCS 8x10 Inch Format Frame, Black (40958)
8x10 Inch matte black format frameFrame has a thin black profileFrame features front loading design with polished edge glassFrame is ready for wall hanging either vertically or horizontally and includes a snap-in easel for table top displayCertified FFP
▼ Read Reddit mentions36. Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert (Original Soundtrack of the NBC Television Event)
▼ Read Reddit mentions38. C-Line Top Loading Heavyweight Poly Sheet Protectors, Clear, Mini Size, 8.5 x 5.5 Inches, 50 per Box (62058)
- C-Line's most popular top loading mini sheet protector
- Extra durability for permanent storage of frequently used materials
- No photocopy transfer
- Acid-free, archival quality
- Holds half -sheet of standard size paper (5 1/2 x 8 1/2 Inches)
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I second Zoom. They're fantastic little recorders, especially for the money. I would recommend one of these two.
https://www.amazon.com/Zoom-H6-Six-Track-Portable-Recorder/dp/B00DFU9BRK/ref=sr_1_4?m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1504653648&sr=1-4&refinements=p_4%3AZoom%2Cp_6%3AATVPDKIKX0DER
https://www.amazon.com/Zoom-H4N-Digital-Multitrack-Recorder/dp/B01DPOXS8I/ref=sr_1_2?m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1504653648&sr=1-2&refinements=p_4%3AZoom%2Cp_6%3AATVPDKIKX0DER
The built in mics are excellent, in case you ever end up with no soundboard usage, and you can input a few sources when needed, while monitoring live.
This is the specific translation, if you're interested in reading it. Reading the portion the musical is based on (Volume 2, part 5) really increased my appreciation of the music and lyrics!
I would recommend this book. I used it for a class on Broadway's entire history, and it's pretty in-depth. It covers the entire 20th century, up until ~2009. And while it's technically a companion book to the PBS documentary, you don't really need to watch it to get the amount of information the book gives you. Anything that might require a video could be found on YouTube anyway.
Hope this helps!
Secret Life of the American Musical
I read this one recently and learned a great deal. It breaks down the format of a show ("I Want" song, 11 o'clock number, etc) and looks at how shows have used or exploded that format. He talked a lot about Gypsy and Guys & Dolls, for instance, two shows I knew nothing about. It was a quick and entertaining read.
I think Into the Woods is one of his most accessible shows. The classic stories are easy to follow and the twists are engaging! Plus, you could watch the PBS or the Hollywood versions. ☺️
I use this Avery binder and these inserts! The inserts are nice because they are bigger than the standard so they cover the entire playbill. The binder is just the right size to cover all the playbills, and it holds about 20, give or take a few. SO much cheaper than the playbill brand and it works great.
You really should give this a read: The Secret Life of the American Musical. Viertel organizes songs to plot a traditional structure of a musical (I Want, Act II openers, 11 o'clock Numbers) and gives examples from musical history from Golden Age through Hamilton. It's a great read and I think neatly lays out what you're trying to do.
https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Life-American-Musical-Broadway/dp/0374536899
I recommend What They Did for Love: The Untold Story Behind the Making of "A Chorus Line" https://www.amazon.com/dp/0553345931/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_kqsiDb19HSY2W
I had the title wrong (oops) - it's Supreme Villainy:
https://www.amazon.com/Supreme-Villainy-Behind-Scenes-Supervillain/dp/1940456800
The book is pretty funny - I'm enjoying it a lot.
six by sondheim is a great movie
the rodgers & hammerstein box set has also come down considerably in price
In that case, I suggest you read up on Constantin Stanislavski and his best known work An Actor Prepares. Stanislavski invented a technique called Method Acting, and is considered the most famous acting coach of all time to my knowledge.
I really like By Jeeves for this very reason. In between the songs they basically tell the story of the play as if they were remembering it. As long as you are somewhat familiar with Jeeves and Wooster you get the whole show.
https://smile.amazon.com/Jeeves-1996-London-Revival-Cast/dp/B000001EYU/ref=sr_1_1?s=music&ie=UTF8&qid=1474667483&sr=1-1&keywords=by+jeeves
I like to use the MCS 8x10 frames on Amazon. They are cheap, good quality, and very low profile. [These ones] (https://www.amazon.com/MCS-Format-Frame-Black-40958/dp/B00AWGIEFU)
Here's the region 1 DVD. It says "soundtrack" but if you poke around it's definitely the video.
I've got one! My friend bought it for me for my birthday:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Legally-Blonde-Musical-Songbook-Selections-ebook/dp/B00G958GFG
It looks like 2008 (you can YouTube it) and here's the cast recording. I originally caught it on PBS.
This is the only acceptable audio recording in my opinion.
Are you talking about this one?
No problemo!
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0006NI6HA/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00O48JXYS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1