Show Notes
In this episode, we talk with Stefan Sittig, director, choreographer, educator, performer, and author of Latinidad in Musical Theatre, about the lasting influence of Latine artists, music, dance, and choreography on the American musical.
From Carmen Miranda to Lin-Manuel Miranda, Sittig traces a century of Latine contributions through shows including West Side Story, Bye Bye Birdie, In the Heights, and Hamilton, while exploring the careers of artists such as Chita Rivera and Graciela Daniele. The conversation looks at how Latine artists have moved from being represented through stereotype and appropriation toward owning and shaping their own narratives within musical theatre. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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