Broadway Swings: Covering the Ensemble in Musical Theatre, 1st Edition

In this textbook for performers, the position of a Swing-an Understudy for the Ensemble-on Broadway is examined from every angle, showing just how vital Swings are to the success of any musical theatre production. Authors J. Austin Eyer and Lyndy Franklin Smith draw on their own experiences as performers, and gather first-hand stories from other Swings about the glories and hardships of their industry. The book features interviews with over 100 Broadway pros-Swing veterans, Stage Managers, Casting Directors, Choreographers, and Directors-including Rob Ashford, Susan Stroman, Jerry Mitchell, Larry Fuller, Tony Stevens, Beverley Randolph, and Frank DiLella. Broadway Swings is the ideal guide for anyone considering a career in this most unique of positions, or anyone curious about what really goes on, behind-the- scenes, in a long-running show.Broadway Swings: Covering the Ensemble in Musical Theatre 1st Edition is written by J. Austin Eyer; Lyndy Franklin Smith and published by Methuen Drama. ISBNs for Broadway Swings are 9781472590039, 1472590031 and the print ISBNs are 9781472590008, 1472590007. Additional ISBNs include 9781472590015.