Musicals of the 1970s

Evita, with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice, tells the story of Eva Perón, the wife of Argentine President Juan Perón.

Bobby, played by Dean Jones in the original Broadway production, is a 35-year-old bachelor who is hesitant about getting married.

Chicago, with music by John Kander and lyrics by Fred Ebb, is a satirical look at the criminal justice system and the media's role in shaping public opinion.

Zach, played by Michael Douglas in the original Broadway production, is the director of the chorus line who is looking for the perfect dancers for his new show.

One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, with music by Mitch Leigh and lyrics by Dale Wasserman, tells the story of Randle P. McMurphy, a rebellious inmate who is sent to a mental institution.

Aquarius, with music by Galt MacDermot and lyrics by Gerome Ragni and James Rado, became an anthem for the counterculture movement of the 1960s and 1970s.

Jesus Christ Superstar, with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice, tells the story of the last days of Jesus Christ from the perspective of Judas Iscariot.

Jesus, played by David Haskell in the original Broadway production, is the central character of the musical, which is based on the parables and teachings of Jesus Christ.

Pippin, with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, tells the story of Pippin, the son of Charlemagne, who is searching for meaning in his life.

Joseph, played by Bill Hutton in the original Broadway production, is the central character of the musical, which is based on the biblical story of Joseph and his brothers.

The Wiz, with music and lyrics by Charlie Smalls, tells the story of Dorothy, a young woman who is transported to the magical land of Oz.

Frank N. Furter, played by Tim Curry in the original Broadway production, is the central character of the musical, which is a parody of science fiction and horror films.

Grease, with music and lyrics by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey, tells the story of Danny and Sandy, two teenagers who fall in love during the summer.

Annie, played by Andrea McArdle in the original Broadway production, is the central character of the musical, which is based on the comic strip (\text{Little Orphan Annie}).

Sweeney Todd, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, tells the story of Sweeney Todd, a barber who murders his customers and bakes them into pies.