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From the Stage to the Memoir: A Trivia Challenge on the Autobiographies of Theater and Broadway Stars

Description: From the Stage to the Memoir: A Trivia Challenge on the Autobiographies of Theater and Broadway Stars
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Which Broadway star penned the memoir (\"Not My Father's Son\") about his journey as a gay man in the theater industry?

  1. Nathan Lane

  2. Neil Patrick Harris

  3. Harvey Fierstein

  4. Lin-Manuel Miranda


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In his memoir (\"Not My Father's Son\"), Harvey Fierstein candidly shares his experiences as a gay man in the theater world, from his early struggles to his eventual success as a playwright and actor.

In her memoir (\"My Life on Stage and Off\"), which Broadway legend recounts her decades-long career, including her iconic role as Eliza Doolittle in (\"My Fair Lady\")?

  1. Julie Andrews

  2. Carol Burnett

  3. Bernadette Peters

  4. Patti LuPone


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Julie Andrews' memoir (\"My Life on Stage and Off\") chronicles her remarkable journey from child star to Broadway icon, with a focus on her groundbreaking performance as Eliza Doolittle in (\"My Fair Lady\").

Which Tony Award-winning actor and playwright released the memoir (\"A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder\"), reflecting on his life in the theater and his struggles with addiction?

  1. Hugh Jackman

  2. Nathan Lane

  3. Neil Patrick Harris

  4. Jefferson Mays


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In his memoir (\"A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder\"), Jefferson Mays delves into his personal and professional journey, including his battle with addiction and his rise to prominence as a Tony Award-winning actor and playwright.

In her memoir (\"On the Other Side of the Rainbow\"), which Broadway star opens up about her experiences with mental illness and her journey towards recovery?

  1. Bernadette Peters

  2. Patti LuPone

  3. Audra McDonald

  4. Kristin Chenoweth


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bernadette Peters' memoir (\"On the Other Side of the Rainbow\") candidly addresses her struggles with mental illness, including her diagnosis with bipolar disorder, and her path to recovery and self-acceptance.

Which Broadway legend released the memoir (\"Me and My Shadows: A Family Memoir\"), recounting his childhood in the theater and his rise to stardom?

  1. Nathan Lane

  2. Neil Patrick Harris

  3. Harvey Fierstein

  4. Ben Vereen


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In his memoir (\"Me and My Shadows: A Family Memoir\"), Ben Vereen shares his journey from a troubled childhood in the theater to becoming a Tony Award-winning Broadway star.

In her memoir (\"Finding My Voice\"), which Broadway star reflects on her experiences as a black woman in the theater industry and her journey to becoming a Tony Award-winning actress?

  1. Audra McDonald

  2. Jennifer Holliday

  3. LaChanze

  4. Phylicia Rashad


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Audra McDonald's memoir (\"Finding My Voice\") chronicles her rise from humble beginnings to becoming one of Broadway's most celebrated actresses, while shedding light on the challenges she faced as a black woman in the theater industry.

Which Broadway star released the memoir (\"The Other Side of Paradise\"), detailing his experiences as a gay man in the theater industry and his journey towards self-acceptance?

  1. Neil Patrick Harris

  2. Nathan Lane

  3. Harvey Fierstein

  4. Lin-Manuel Miranda


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In his memoir (\"The Other Side of Paradise\"), Neil Patrick Harris shares his personal journey as a gay man in the theater industry, from his early struggles to his eventual success as an actor, producer, and director.

In her memoir (\"My Journey\"), which Broadway star recounts her rise from poverty to becoming a Tony Award-winning actress and her advocacy for social justice?

  1. Audra McDonald

  2. Jennifer Holliday

  3. LaChanze

  4. Phylicia Rashad


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Phylicia Rashad's memoir (\"My Journey\") chronicles her journey from a poor upbringing in Texas to becoming a Tony Award-winning actress and her work as an advocate for social justice and education.

Which Broadway star released the memoir (\"Unmasked: A Memoir\"), reflecting on his experiences as a deaf actor and his journey towards breaking barriers in the theater industry?

  1. John Tartaglia

  2. Ali Stroker

  3. Lauren Ridloff

  4. Daniel Durant


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In his memoir (\"Unmasked: A Memoir\"), John Tartaglia shares his experiences as a deaf actor and his journey towards breaking barriers in the theater industry, including his Tony Award-winning performance in (\"Avenue Q\").

In her memoir (\"The Princess Diarist\"), which Broadway star recounts her experiences as Princess Diana's personal secretary and her unique perspective on the royal family?

  1. Bernadette Peters

  2. Patti LuPone

  3. Audra McDonald

  4. Kristin Chenoweth


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bernadette Peters' memoir (\"The Princess Diarist\") offers a unique perspective on the royal family through her experiences as Princess Diana's personal secretary.

Which Broadway star released the memoir (\"A Little Bit Wicked\"), sharing his journey from a small town in Ohio to becoming a Tony Award-winning actor and his experiences in the Broadway musical (\"Wicked\")?

  1. Idina Menzel

  2. Kristin Chenoweth

  3. Darren Criss

  4. Jonathan Groff


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In her memoir (\"A Little Bit Wicked\"), Kristin Chenoweth shares her journey from a small town in Oklahoma to becoming a Tony Award-winning actress and her experiences in the Broadway musical (\"Wicked\").

In his memoir (\"Making a Scene\"), which Broadway star reflects on his decades-long career, including his iconic roles in musicals such as (\"A Chorus Line\") and (\"Chicago\")?

  1. Ben Vereen

  2. Harvey Fierstein

  3. Nathan Lane

  4. Jerry Orbach


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In his memoir (\"Making a Scene\"), Jerry Orbach reflects on his decades-long career on Broadway, including his iconic roles in musicals such as (\"A Chorus Line\") and (\"Chicago\").

Which Broadway star released the memoir (\"Broadway Baby\"), recounting her childhood as a theater prodigy and her rise to stardom on the Broadway stage?

  1. Bernadette Peters

  2. Patti LuPone

  3. Audra McDonald

  4. Kristin Chenoweth


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bernadette Peters' memoir (\"Broadway Baby\") chronicles her childhood as a theater prodigy and her rise to stardom on the Broadway stage, including her Tony Award-winning performance in (\"Annie\").

In his memoir (\"The Magic of Broadway\"), which Broadway star shares his experiences as a producer and his insights into the business side of the theater industry?

  1. Cameron Mackintosh

  2. Andrew Lloyd Webber

  3. Hal Prince

  4. Stephen Sondheim


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In his memoir (\"The Magic of Broadway\"), Cameron Mackintosh shares his experiences as a producer and his insights into the business side of the theater industry, having produced some of the most successful musicals in Broadway history.

Which Broadway star released the memoir (\"A Life in the Theatre\"), reflecting on his decades-long career on stage and his experiences in some of the most iconic Broadway productions?

  1. Nathan Lane

  2. Neil Patrick Harris

  3. Harvey Fierstein

  4. Lin-Manuel Miranda


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In his memoir (\"A Life in the Theatre\"), Nathan Lane reflects on his decades-long career on Broadway, including his Tony Award-winning performances in (\"The Producers\") and (\"A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum\").

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