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The sung-through show — which tells the story of America's birth through a modern lens set to a score of hip-hop, R&B, pop and traditional show tunes — became an instant sensation upon its debut, ushering in a whole new generation of musical theater fans.
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Dave Quinn, People.com, 11 Sep. 2025
The closest comparison might be to show tunes—but for a one-woman play that’s gone 19 years without a curtain call.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2025
Around this time, Lehrer began composing show tunes, which would become the basis of his songwriting prowess.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 28 July 2025
This year, nobody grabbed the mic to sing a show tune while the cameras were off.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 9 June 2025
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Dave Quinn, People.com, 11 Sep. 2025
The closest comparison might be to show tunes—but for a one-woman play that’s gone 19 years without a curtain call.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2025
Around this time, Lehrer began composing show tunes, which would become the basis of his songwriting prowess.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 28 July 2025
This year, nobody grabbed the mic to sing a show tune while the cameras were off.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 9 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for show tune
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“Show tune.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/show%20tune. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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