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Off-Broadway Knowledge Trivia Quiz

Sure, you're familiar with Broadway. But how familiar are you with Off-Broadway shows?

A multiple-choice quiz by PhantomPhan. Estimated time: 5 mins.

Author
PhantomPhan

Time
5 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
203,852

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Tough

Avg Score
5 / 10

Plays
423

One at a Time - Single Page - Timed Game

Question 1 of 10

1. "Bare: A Pop Opera" tells the story of teens at the co-ed boarding school. What Shakespearean show do the teens put on? Hint

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Romeo and Juliet

Hamlet

Merchant of Venice

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Question 2 of 10

2. In 2004, "Assassins" took home the Tony for "Best Revival of a Musical." However, this Sondheim show was originally an Off-Broadway show. Which song did NOT appear in the original production? Hint

Take a Look Lee

Something Just Broke

The Gun Song

How I Saved Roosevelt

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Question 3 of 10

3. "Tick...Tick...BOOM!" is the Off-Broadway show of late composer Jonathan Larson. In what year does it take place? Hint

1990

1985

1996

1993

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Question 4 of 10

4. Jason Robert Brown brought a collection of his songs together to create "Songs For A New World". Who directed the original production? Hint

Joe Mantello

Daisy Prince

Christine Laakin

Jeff Whitty

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Question 5 of 10

5. "Zanna, Don't" is a "musical fairytale" about the magical matchmaker, Zanna. What is the name of Zanna's bird friend? Hint

Chrissy

Sally

Cindy

Betty

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Question 6 of 10

6. While "Cats" may be the longest running Broadway musical, "The Fantasticks" is the longest running musical of all-time. Who originated the role of El Gallo? Hint

Jerry Orbach

Thomas Bruce

Joel Grey

Dean Jones

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Question 7 of 10

7. "The Last 5 Years" is yet another Jason Robert Brown show, this one chronicling the relationship of Jamie, a writer, and Cathy, an aspiring actress. What is Jamie's Christmas gift to Cathy? Hint

A ring

A pair of earrings

A necklace

A watch

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Question 8 of 10

8. "Bat Boy" is the musical inspired by a headline in the National Enquirer. However, Bat Boy (or Edgar) is not the only strange being to appear in the show. What mythical creature(s) makes an appearance as well? Hint

Medusa

Pan

Pegasus

Nymphs

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Question 9 of 10

9. "A New Brain" tells a story of a composer who overcomes a brain tumor. Among the eccentric characters of the show is Lisa, a homeless woman who begins selling books at the end of the show. How much does she sell them for? Hint

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Question 10 of 10

10. The campy comedy "Zombie Prom" satirizes the 50's style musical. What letter does the "bad boy" of the show remove from his name? Hint

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. "Bare: A Pop Opera" tells the story of teens at the co-ed boarding school. What Shakespearean show do the teens put on?

Answer: Romeo and Juliet

The leading roles end up going to Jason and Ivy.

2. In 2004, "Assassins" took home the Tony for "Best Revival of a Musical." However, this Sondheim show was originally an Off-Broadway show. Which song did NOT appear in the original production?

Answer: Something Just Broke

The song was written to vocalize the affect Presidential assassinations have on the American public.

3. "Tick...Tick...BOOM!" is the Off-Broadway show of late composer Jonathan Larson. In what year does it take place?

Answer: 1990

The show was written 6 years before RENT and is a semi-autobiographical depiction of Larson's life.

4. Jason Robert Brown brought a collection of his songs together to create "Songs For A New World". Who directed the original production?

Answer: Daisy Prince

Daisy Prince is the daughter of famed director/producer Harold Prince. Harold Prince went on to direct "Parade", another JRB show.

5. "Zanna, Don't" is a "musical fairytale" about the magical matchmaker, Zanna. What is the name of Zanna's bird friend?

Answer: Cindy

Cindy keeps him up-to-date on the romantic goings-on in Heartsville. However, she soon finds love as well and migrates to Ft. Lauderdale.

6. While "Cats" may be the longest running Broadway musical, "The Fantasticks" is the longest running musical of all-time. Who originated the role of El Gallo?

Answer: Jerry Orbach

Sadly, this wonderful actor passed away on December 28, 2004 from prostate cancer.

7. "The Last 5 Years" is yet another Jason Robert Brown show, this one chronicling the relationship of Jamie, a writer, and Cathy, an aspiring actress. What is Jamie's Christmas gift to Cathy?

Answer: A watch

This is given to her after he has recited a story of a tailor who never got the chance to create the dress he dreamed of, but was given a second chance. As he presents it to her, he encourages her to "take her time" with her acting career.

Answer: Pan

Pan appears in the song "Children, Children" and serves as a makeshift minister to bless the union of Edgar and Shelly.

Answer: $2

The books she is selling actually belong to Gordon, the composer. His mother had thrown them out earlier in the show, and now that he is well again, he is less than pleased to see them being sold on the streets.

10. The campy comedy "Zombie Prom" satirizes the 50's style musical. What letter does the "bad boy" of the show remove from his name?

Answer: H

For removing the "H" from his name, Jonny is looked upon as a "troublemaker".

Source: Author PhantomPhan

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