jukebox musical

noun

: a musical that features popular songs from the past

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The jukebox musical is the stage version of the 2001 movie written, directed and produced by Luhrmann that was nominated for eight Academy Awards (including Best Picture) and won two. Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 June 2025 This jukebox musical stars Josh Bachman as Francis, Phil Dietrich as Sparky, Trey Erny as Jinx and Jason Utesch as Smudge as directed by Patti Shaffner. Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2025 Finally, a bit of unasked for advice to all burgeoning pop music stars whose life could become a jukebox musical: maybe go on tour a little bit less? Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 30 July 2025 In this jukebox musical written by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux, the quartet are singing their Sun-era hits and choice other popular numbers. Jim Higgins, jsonline.com, 26 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for jukebox musical

Word History

First Known Use

1993, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of jukebox musical was in 1993

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“Jukebox musical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jukebox%20musical. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.

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