Movies and TvShows featuring "filmed-theater" theme.

Great Performances is a long-running TV show that features high-quality performances in various art forms such as theater, music, and dance. The show includes both reenactments of famous performances and live performances recorded on stage. It offers a unique opportunity to experience the magic of the arts.

Since premiering in 1976, the landmark series has sought to democratize the world of the performing arts by making Lincoln Center's historic concerts and events available for public broadcast across the country. And it continues to push the boundaries, both technical and creative, of what is possible in the realm of stage performance capture.

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The real life of America's foremost founding father, Alexander Hamilton, and his journey from an orphan on the island of Nevis to becoming the first Secretary of the Treasury. Set during the Revolutionary War and the early years of the United States, the story follows Hamilton as he meets influential figures such as George Washington, Aaron Burr, and the Schuyler sisters, falls in love, fights in battles, and navigates the political landscape of the time. The musical captures the essence of Hamilton's life and the impact he had on the formation of the nation.

In this musical film, a magical cat named Mr. Mistoffelees must use his special abilities to save his aging actor owner from a criminal mastermind who wants to kidnap him. Along the way, Mr. Mistoffelees confronts his own memories and the social order that ostracizes him.

A stage musical adaptation of the beloved film, Shrek the Musical brings the story of an ogre named Shrek who embarks on a quest to rescue a princess from a tower, with the help of his loyal companion, Donkey.

A story of obsession, romance, and tragedy unfolds in the opera house of Royal Albert Hall. The Phantom, an architect turned musical genius, becomes infatuated with a young soprano and will stop at nothing to make her the star of the show. As dark secrets and hidden desires come to light, the lives of the characters intertwine in a web of love, betrayal, and murder.

Rent follows a group of impoverished young artists struggling to survive and create in New York City. They are dealing with issues such as HIV/AIDS, poverty, and artistic expression. The story takes place over the course of a year, with events occurring on Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve, and Valentine's Day.

Miss Saigon : 25th Anniversary Performance is a live recording of the timeless stage musical that tells the gripping story of a young Vietnamese woman named Kim, who falls in love with an American soldier during the Vietnam War. Despite their intense love for each other, their relationship is doomed by the realities of war and ultimately ends in tragedy. This poignant musical explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the devastating impact of war.

Billy Elliot: The Musical Live is a filmed performance of the stage musical adaptation of the 2000 film Billy Elliot. The story follows Billy, a young boy from a mining town in northern England, who discovers his talent for ballet and faces obstacles such as the loss of a loved one, societal expectations, and the 1984-1985 miners' strike. With themes of non-conformity, exploring sexuality, and anti-capitalism, Billy's journey challenges the gender roles and cultural norms of his time.

In 1962 Baltimore, a teenager dreams of appearing on a TV dance show. However, racial tension and social change challenge her ambitions. With the support of her best friend and mother, she sets out to integrate the show and discover herself in the process.

A filmed theater version of Mary Shelley's classic novel, Frankenstein. The story follows Dr. Victor Frankenstein as he creates a monster and wrestles with the consequences of his creation. Set in the 1810s, the film explores themes of ethics, loneliness, and the creator-creation relationship.

In a castle high on a hill lives Edward; a boy created by an eccentric inventor. When his creator dies he is left alone and unfinished with only scissors for hands until a kindly townswoman invites him to live with her suburban family. Can Edward find his place in the well-meaning community which struggles to see past his curious appearance to the innocence and gentleness within?

Set in turn-of-the-century New York City, 'Newsies' follows a group of teenage newspaper boys who go on strike against a corrupt official and form a union to fight for their rights. Based on a true story, this musical drama showcases the power of youth and unity in the face of adversity.

Waitress: The Musical is a heartwarming story about Jenna Hunterson, a pie-maker and waitress trapped in an unfulfilling marriage. She dreams of winning a baking contest to escape her mundane life. When Jenna becomes pregnant, she decides to take control of her life with the support of her co-workers and a new doctor. She confronts her past, faces her fears, and makes life-changing choices. This musical adaptation, with original music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles, captures the essence of the beloved film beautifully.

A group of unsuspecting tourists stumble upon the mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter, a transvestite scientist, and his bizarre collection of companions.

Cabaret is a 1993 musical film based on the stage musical of the same name, which in turn was based on Christopher Isherwood's 1939 novella 'Goodbye to Berlin'. The film takes place in 1931 Berlin, where an American cabaret singer and an English academic find themselves drawn into the wild and unpredictable world of the Kit Kat Klub, a seedy nightclub presided over by the enigmatic Master of Ceremonies.

As the world faces its Second World War, John Halder, a good, intelligent German professor, finds himself pulled into a movement with unthinkable consequences.

Set in 1985, this filmed theater production explores the intersecting lives of various individuals, including a gay couple, a Mormon lawyer, and a nurse, as they navigate issues of love, religion, and sexuality amidst the backdrop of the HIV/AIDS crisis.

Rent: Filmed Live on Broadway is a musical film that follows the lives of a group of young artists struggling to survive and thrive in New York City. Set against the backdrop of the AIDS epidemic, the film explores themes of love, friendship, and the pursuit of art. Through song and dance, the characters navigate their relationships, dreams, and the challenges of living with HIV/AIDS.