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Books in Applause Libretto Library series

  • The Fantasticks

    Harvey Schmidt, Tom Jones

    Paperback (Applause, Feb. 1, 2000)
    “Richly illustrated, it is ideal for fans of the show, as well as admirers of musical theatre.” – Variety • “Anybody who has seen the show (who hasn't?) should read the book” – Entertainment Today • “The perfect present for any Fantasticks fans.” –, Cleveland Plain Dealer • “A valuable resource. Recommended for all collections.” – Choice
  • A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum Libretto

    Burt Shevelove, Larry Gelbart, Stephen Sondheim

    Paperback (Applause, April 1, 2000)
    Book by Burt Shevelove and Larry GelbartIntroduction by Larry Gelbart“This brazenly retro Broadway musical, inspired by Plautus, is as timeless as comedy itself.” –Vincent Canby, The New York Times“The most urbane and literate musical comedy text ever conceived.” –John Simon, New York magazine
  • 13: The Complete Book and Lyrics of the Broadway Musical

    Dan Elish, Jason Robert Brown

    Paperback (Applause, Aug. 1, 2011)
    Two 8-page color photo inserts
  • The Fantasticks: Complete Illustrated Text of the Show Plus the Official Fantastics Scrapbook and History

    Harvey Schmidt, Tom Jones

    Hardcover (Applause Theatre & Cinema Books, May 1, 2000)
    (Applause Books). "Richly illustrated, it is ideal for fans of the show, as well as admirers of musical theatre." Variety "Anybody who has seen the show (who hasn't?) should read the book" Entertainment Today "The perfect present for any Fantasticks fans." Cleveland Plain Dealer "A valuable resource. Recommended for all collections." Choice