NYU and Dr. Oliva have long been a champion of musical theatre. The purpose of the NYU Musical Theatre Hall of Fame, along with our programs in music and musical theatre, is to help perpetuate and strengthen an original and important American cultural art form, musical theatre. The program's accomplishments include the development of some 60 original musicals, the formation of lasting collaborative teams, and the establishment of master teacher and guest artist programs that have brought to the classroom major musical theatre figures such as Hal Prince, Arthur Laurents and Sheldon Harnick. In addition, NYU School of Education's Department of Music and Performing Arts Professions offers a full sequence in musical theatre. The curriculum gives students professional training in voice, acting and dance for the musical stage.
Students perf orm in fully staged productions as well as revues and cabaret theatre.
Both undergraduate and graduate students are introduced to the many facets of musical theatre in Manhattan and learn from professional Broadway artists. Performance photo opportunities will be possible at the event, which will be highlighted by musical tributes to the inductees and honorees by Broadway stars and NYU students. Burton Lane, Jerome Robbins and Phyllis Newman are among the luminaries e xpected to attend the event. TV and print interviews also are welcome. Still photos and beta video footage will be available after the gala.