In the early 1980s, Walt Disney Productions was struggling, largely
bolstered by the success of its theme parks. Within fifteen years,
however, it had become one of the most powerful entertainment
conglomerates in the world. Staging a Comeback: Broadway,
Hollywood, and the Disney Renaissance argues that far from an
executive feat, this impressive turnaround was accomplished in no
small part by the storytellers recruited during this period.
Drawing from archival research, interviews, and textual analysis,
Peter C. Kunze examines how the hiring of theatrically trained
talent into managerial and production positions reorganized the
lagging animation division and revitalized its output. By Aladdin,
it was clear that animation—not live action—was the center of a
veritable “renaissance” at Disney, and the animated musicals
driving this revival laid the groundwork for the company’s growth
into Broadway theatrical production. The Disney Renaissance not
only reinvigorated the Walt Disney Company but both reflects and
influenced changes in Broadway and Hollywood more broadly.
General
Imprint: |
Rutgers University Press
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
September 2023 |
Firstpublished: |
2023 |
Authors: |
Peter C. Kunze
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Dimensions: |
235 x 156mm (L x W) |
Pages: |
222 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-978827-82-0 |
Categories: |
Books
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LSN: |
1-978827-82-2 |
Barcode: |
9781978827820 |
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