Unlike with movies, where many different credible organizations and individuals publish “best of all-time” lists, there are relatively few credible lists of the best Broadway musicals ever. Of course, part of that difference is due to the difference in form. Movies from any period are available to everyone to watch today. Musicals are generally available only while they are running; cast albums and movie adaptations are not quite the same experience, although the recent trend toward filmed stage versions is…
