Writing

John Weidman

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Known For

AssassinsAssassins · 2004
Assassins
10.02004
MovieHistoryDrama
This darkly satirical musical reframes American history through the eyes of those who attempted – successfully or not – to kill US presidents. Structured as a surreal carnival sideshow, the piece weaponises American musical traditions – vaudeville, folk ballads, barbershop quartets, patriotic Sousa-style marches and Bacharach pop – to undercut the myth of the “American Dream,” exposing how frustration, alienation and entitlement can curdle into violence.
Pacific OverturesPacific Overtures · 1976
Pacific Overtures
9.01976
MovieMusic
In 1853 Japan, the story follows the Westernization of Japan, mainly through the story of Kayama, a samurai, and Manjiro, a fisherman. The lives of both men are radically changed by the coming of American ships to Japan.
FTAFTA · 1972
FTA
6.41972
MovieComedyDocumentary
A documentary about a political troupe headed by actors Jane Fonda and Donald Sutherland which traveled to towns near military bases in the US in the early 1970s. The group put on shows called "F.T.A.", which stood for "F**k the Army", and was aimed at convincing soldiers to voice their opposition to the Vietnam War, which was raging at the time. Various singers, actors and other entertainers performed antiwar songs and skits during the show.
Anything GoesAnything Goes · 2021
Anything Goes
7.92021
MovieMusicComedy
When the S.S. American heads out to sea, etiquette and convention head out the portholes as two unlikely pairs set off on the course to true love... proving that sometimes destiny needs a little help from a crew of singing sailors, a comical disguise and some good old-fashioned blackmail. This hilarious musical romp across the Atlantic, directed by the multi-award-winning Broadway director and choreographer Kathleen Marshall, features Cole Porter’s joyful score, including "I Get A Kick Out of You," "You’re the Top" and the show-stopping "Anything Goes."
Sesame Street: Elmo's World: The Street We Live On!Sesame Street: Elmo's World: The Street We Live On! · 2004
Sesame Street: Elmo's World: The Street We Live On!
7.62004
MovieMusicComedy
Elmo's World celebrates 35 years of Sesame Street. Elmo wants to know more about the street he lives on, so Grover takes him on a trip back in time to see what Sesame Street was like before Elmo was born.
Disco Beaver from Outer SpaceDisco Beaver from Outer Space · 1979
Disco Beaver from Outer Space
4.81979
MovieComedyTV Movie
National Lampoons mockery of everything that is wrong with cable TV.
Sesame Street: Elmo Visits the FirehouseSesame Street: Elmo Visits the Firehouse · 2002
Sesame Street: Elmo Visits the Firehouse
10.02002
MovieFamily
Elmo learns fire safety from Firefighter Bill. This all comes about because he was scared after being in a fire at Mr. Hooper's Store on Sesame Street. Elmo visits Engine Company 58 Ladder Company 26 of the FDNY where he gets to see the firetruck, try on a helmet, and learn about firefighters.
Anatomy of a SongAnatomy of a Song · 1976
Anatomy of a Song
1976
MovieDocumentaryMusic
Members of the Broadway cast join Stephen Sondheim in a performance of the number. Filmed in Sondheim's apartment in New York City.

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