{"title":"Michael Riedel","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating collection of works by Michael Riedel, a distinguished author known for his engaging exploration of Broadway history. Dive into the world of theatre with his meticulously researched narratives that shine a light on the dynamic history and behind-the-scenes drama of the Great White Way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMichael Riedel is renowned for his exceptional ability to weave historical detail with captivating storytelling. His book \u003cem\u003eRazzle Dazzle\u003c\/em\u003e offers a vivid account of Broadway's transformation over the decades, blending insider anecdotes with a rich historical tapestry. It provides readers with an insightful look into the theatre industry's evolution, its challenges, and its triumphs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection, nestled under the \u003cem\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Military\u003c\/em\u003e category, promises to enthral anyone with a passion for history or an interest in the performing arts. Whether you're a history buff, a theatre enthusiast, or simply looking to learn more about the vibrant world of Broadway, Michael Riedel's works are sure to enlighten and entertain.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"razzle-dazzle-by-michael-riedel-9781451672176","title":"Razzle Dazzle","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“A vivid page-turner”\u003c\/em\u003e (NPR) detailing the rise, fall, and redemption of Broadway—its stars, its biggest shows, its producers, and all the drama, intrigue, and power plays that happened behind the scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“A rich, lovely, debut history of New York theater in the 1970s and eighties”\u003c\/em\u003e (\u003cem\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/em\u003e, starred review), \u003ci\u003eRazzle Dazzle\u003c\/i\u003e is a narrative account of the people and the money and the power that turned New York’s gritty back alleys and sex-shops into the glitzy, dazzling Great White Way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the mid-1970s, Times Square was the seedy symbol of New York’s economic decline. Its once shining star, the renowned Shubert Organization, was losing theatres to make way for parking lots and losing money. Bernard Jacobs and Jerry Schoenfeld, two ambitious board members, saw the crumbling company was ripe for takeover. They staged a coup and staved off corporate intrigue, personal betrayals, and criminal investigations. Once Jacobs and Schoenfeld solidified their power, they turned a collapsed theatre-owning holding company into one of the most successful entertainment empires in the world, spearheading the revitalisation of Broadway and the renewal of Times Square.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“For those interested in the business behind the greasepaint, at a riveting time in Broadway’s and New York’s history, this is the ticket”\u003c\/em\u003e (\u003cem\u003eUSA TODAY\u003c\/em\u003e). Michael Riedel tells the stories of the Shubert Organization and the shows that re-built a city in grand style—including \u003ci\u003eCats\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eA Chorus Line\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eMamma Mia!\u003c\/i\u003e—revealing the backstage drama that often rivalled what transpired onstage. He exposes bitter rivalries, unlikely alliances, and inside gossip. \u003cem\u003e“The trouble with \u003ci\u003eRazzle Dazzle\u003c\/i\u003e is…you can’t put the damn thing down”\u003c\/em\u003e (\u003ci\u003eHuffington Post\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46516110000364,"sku":"9781451672176","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23545603482704.jpg?v=1748915532"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/michael-riedel.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}