Broadway Posters
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Properly marketing a Broadway musical these days is an integral factor in the show’s success. Some would argue Broadway is equal parts commerce and content. Even with the Internet helping to sell shows, a huge billboard still seems a sure-fire way to sell your product. I recall on a trip to Broadway back in 2008, the massive image of character Tracy Turnblad’s face on the Hairspray billboard in Times Square. A combination of the graphic design, colour and sheer size of this billboard made the advertising so striking and effective.
Here’s ten of my favourite Broadway posters of recent decades. What’s your favourite Broadway poster?
For me, have always had a soft spot for Wicked, however I think RENT would be up the top for me.