As a lover of musical theatre this was such a joy to stumble upon! Women are often so easily overlooked and forgotten in the arts, so it was wonderful to see how much research and effort Jennifer Ashley Tepper put into making sure these women's stories were told and their work remembered. A fascinating deep dive into the world of musical theatre, this book spans the 18th century all the way up to these post-pandemic years, which means there was a of information to absorb, yet it never felt tedious or dry. The author's respect for these women and their craft was clear from page one, which made for a truly lovely read. 

Thank you to Rowman & Littlefield, Applause, and NetGalley for the digital ARC in exchange for an honest review.