{"title":"Ted Chapin","description":"\u003cp\u003eTed Chapin's works offer an insightful glimpse into the world of arts and culture, capturing the nuances of creativity and the forces behind iconic artistic achievements. His writing blends personal reflection with a broader appreciation for the artistic process, inviting readers to explore familiar stories from fresh perspectives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a thoughtful and engaging style, Chapin's books appeal to those who cherish the intersection of history, creativity, and cultural impact. Readers can expect a rich narrative that celebrates the spirit of artistic endeavour and the complex journeys behind landmark cultural moments.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"everything-was-possible-by-ted-chapin-9781493065325","title":"Everything Was Possible","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave you ever been curious about what it takes to get an original Broadway musical to opening night? Ted Chapin, a college student at the time, had a front-row seat at the creation of Stephen Sondheim's \u003ci\u003eFollies\u003c\/i\u003e, now considered one of the most important musicals of modern time. He kept a detailed journal of his experience as the sole production assistant, which he used as the basis for \u003ci\u003eEverything Was Possible: The Birth of the Musical Follies\u003c\/i\u003e, originally published in 2003.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHe was there in the drama-filled rehearsal room, typing the endless rewrites, ferrying new songs around town, pampering the film and television stars in the cast, travelling with the show to its Boston tryout and back to New York for the Broadway opening night. With an enthusiast's focus on detail and a journalist's skill, Chapin takes the reader on the roller-coaster ride of creating a new and original Broadway musical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMusical theatre giants, still rising in their careers, were working at top form on what became a Tony Award-winning classic: Stephen Sondheim, Harold Prince, and Michael Bennett. Many classic Sondheim songs like \"I'm Still Here,\" \"Losing My Mind,\" and \"Broadway Baby\" were part of the score, some written in a hotel room in Boston.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCelebrate the 50th anniversary of \u003ci\u003eFollies\u003c\/i\u003e with Ted Chapin. A new afterword brings the history of the show forward, diving into recent productions around the world, new recordings, and the continued promise of a film version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47455556370668,"sku":"9781493065325","price":71.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/81ZJpGpjkjL._SL1500.jpg?v=1774782923"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/ted-chapin.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}