Christmas is fast approaching and you don't know what gifts to give to your friend who happens to be a musical theatre fan? No problem, Baguette on Broadway is coming to the rescue! Check out our selection of unusual Christmas gifts that are sure to please ever musical theatre lover.
A mask of The Lion King
Since we're going to have to wear masks in theatres for a while, let's do it in style. Show off with this awesome Simba mask on your next trip to the theatre. And as Timon and Pumba would say: Hakuna matata!
And tickets for The Lion King !
Since we are talking about The Lion King, why not use this opportunity to buy your tickets for the show. Elton John and Tim Rice's musical is making a comeback at the Théâtre Mogador. After several postponements, the show will finally be revived next September in Paris. And the cast is phenomenal: we'll get to see Gwendal Marimoutou, Alexandre Faitrouni, Sébastien Perez, Rodrigue Galio and many others.
Don't wait any longer and book your tickets for The Lion King.
Marie Oppert's “Enchanted” album
The young actress and singer released her first album a few months ago! We asked her all our questions regarding her album during an interview that you can find here.
It includes the most beautiful songs from musicals: "I Got Rhythm", "Over the Rainbow" but also French songs and in French: "Y'a d'la joie", "Les enfants qui s'imore" et bien of still.
A great gift to enchant your Christmas!
You can also find Marie in concert at the Bal Blomet on February 9 (click here to book your tickets !).
The periodic table of Broadway musicals
The Christmas present for all musical comedy geeks! Each element features the initials of a musical as well as its year of creation with a great design drawing.
A purse made from Broadway show sets
The Scenery created props composed of sets and costumes for Broadway shows. Whether it's rings made from vinyl flooring from Beetlejuice, or decorations from Mamma Mia, you are sure to please.
In addition, part of the money made from sales is donated to TDF, an association that takes students to the theatre for the first time.
The purse below is made from the big red curtain from the final scene of Kinky Boots. Billy Porter, who was the first to portray Lola, wore a beautiful red dress to the Tony Awards that was made from the same curtain! It is embroidered with the words from one of the songs of the show "Say Yeah"!
A mug with a musical tube map
Would you like a Cats-uccino or an Americano in Paris? Check out this great mug from Drama Nerds which features the greatest musicals in the form of a subway map. The mug is microwave- and machine-safe and will be perfect the next time you watch a musical with a hot chocolate in hand.
The design is also available in poster and tote bag !
The DVD of the 25th anniversary concert of Les Misérables
In 2020, Les Misérables celebrated its 35th anniversary in London! The theatre that had welcomed the musical for all these years had to undergo major renovations. The musical moved for a few months to the Gielgud Theatre, (which is literally fifty meters away from the Sondheim Theatre). It was at the Gielgud that a concert version of the show took place. It reunited exceptional performers such as Michael Ball, Alfie Boe, Carrie Hope Fletcher and our national Lily Kerhoas in the role of Cosette!
This version was filmed and is available on DVD just in time for the Christmas holidays! A great gift idea for all musical theatre fans and for those who aren't fans... yet!
A Phantom of the Opera mask with a great joke
Since we're going to have to wear masks because of Covid, they might as well be beautiful and funny at the same time! Scarlet Poppy on her etsy account offers some great musical theatre masks including this very funny one inspired by The Phantom of the Opera. It says "You call that a mask?" "
We wont complain about having to wear a mask all day!
An "artists' entrance" plaque
This pretty plaque in the style of London street signs will be a great addition to any musical theatre fan home decor.
Tickets to go see Charlie and the chocolate factory
After several postponements of its opening date, The Chocolate Factory will open its doors on March 12, 2021. The actors had already started rehearsals before being cut off in full swing by lockdown.
They will be more ready than ever in March and will be waiting for you at the Théâtre du Gymnase.
Adapted from Roald Dahl's book and the films that resulted from it, the show follows the fate of Charlie who wins the golden ticket allowing him to enter the chocolate factory of the mysterious Willy Wonka. There he discovers a world of "Pure Imagination" that makes everyone's head spin. But the great chocolate maker Wonka has a big surprise in store for the child who will not be carried away by his greed.
Want to know more about the musical Charlie and the chocolate factory ? Click here !
This show is the ideal gift to get your family for a colorful and sweet theatre outing.
Book your tickets by following this link!
The score of The Young Girls of Rochefort by Michel Legrand
A great gift to give to your singer friends who love Les Demoiselles de Rochefort (who doesn't love this musical?).
Since the end of the year celebrations are approaching, let's re-watch Jacques Demy's film to warm our hearts.
The score is available on the Flute de Pan's website for € 25,99.
The book Home Work who retraces Julie Andrews' years in Hollywood
Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton's book can be found on the Fnac website for € 12. It recounts actress' success in Hollywood by revisiting her roles in Mary Poppins and The Sound of Music.
A minimalist timeline of Les Misérables
Les Misérables might be THE most famous French musical. Based on the novel by Victor Hugo, the musical offers a panorama of characters all as touching as each other. Thanks to this timeline, you will become a real pro of Les Misérables. For each character you have the place, the date and the people they meet.
It's minimalist, it's beautiful, it's musical theatre: it's the perfect gift.
A clock in the shape of the The Phantom of the Opera
The Phantom of the Opera is here, inside your… room! We are fans of this clock inspired by The Phantom of the Opera. You can also choose the color of the hands of the clock!
A sober and elegant gift that will make an impact!
The Vinyl of Starmania et tickets to see Starmania at the Seine Musicale
While waiting for the show to open on the stage of La Seine Musicale at the end of 2021, offer the vinyl of the 1978 studio recording. Luc Plamondon and Michel Berger's rock opera has been reissued on double vinyl. With a new mastering, you will be able to rediscover all the titles of the immense rock opera. A perfect opportunity to listen to the titles "The Blues of the Businessman", "The World is Stone" or "SOS of a Terran in Distress". Thanks to this vinyl, you will rediscover more closely the sumptuous voices of the original performers, Daniel Balavoine, France Gall, Fabienne Thibaut and many others.
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But that's not all ! If you want to make a really special gift, offer tickets to see the production of Starmania at the Seine Musicale which will be directed by Thomas Jolly. It is one of the most anticipated events of the year 2021. You will still have to be patient before seeing the show: you just have to listen to the vinyl again while waiting to discover the show on stage!
Book your tickets for the show by clicking here.
Fred Astaire socks
To dance on walls just like in Royal Wedding !
Pins from Killerpop studio
Killerpop offers super beautiful pins from the best musicals of the past few years. You can find Dear Evan Hansen or Beetlejuice.
Wear it with pride on your next theatrical outing.
A Broadway HD subscription
Broadway HD is an on-demand streaming site. It offers hundreds of Broadway plays and musicals. The pieces were filmed live or during special recordings.
Much more than cameras placed in the audience, these recordings are designed for the screen while keeping the spirit of the scene.
It's a great service and I highly recommend it. The site offers a one-week trial and the subscription then costs € 9,99 per month.
I subscribed for a few months and was able to discover (and rediscover) shows such as Falsettos, lady day, Ruthless, Memphis, Holiday Inn and many more !
An exceptional gift to bring Broadway to your home!
Stickers of the best musical lyrics
DoodlesbyVal makes stickers with the best musical lyrics. You can find lyrics from Waitress, "You matter to me" or Hamilton “Awesome, wow” on great illustrations.
3,50 € the set of 3 stickers, perfect to stick on your computer!
A stained glass style poster from Beauty and the Beast
A great poster in stained glass style that will light up the room of your musical-theatre-obsessed friend. This poster uses the style of the stained glass windows that we see in the Disney film Beauty and the Beast.
The poster is available in three sizes. Find it on the AddisonWelch etsy shop!
Laptop sleeves from Stephen Sondheim's musicals
Also on RedBubble, choose your favorite designs from one of Sondheim's musicals and voila! Show your love for the genius composer with this super stylish laptop sleeve.
And if you don't know who this man is, check out our Stephen Sondheim portrait.
Peter Hannah's theatre drawings
Peter Hannah is a great English actor. He is best known for having created the role of Earl in the musical Waitress in London.
Since the start of lockdown, he has been selling his drawings of London theatres. You can find the superb Victoria Palace Theatre which hosts Hamilton, The Shaftesbury which hosts & Juliet many others and many more!
Discover all his sublime designs on his etsy shop.
They all measure 30x40cm and will make a great musical gift to give as a souvenir of your best theatrical night in London.
Tickets to see The Producers in Paris
In autumn 2021, it's the musical The Producers, (is The Producers which will be on the Parisian stage. Also a victim of COVID, it is finally at the end of next year that we will be able to see the show at the Théâtre de Paris.
Directed by Alexis Michalik, darling of contemporary theater, the show is the most awarded in the history of the Tony Awards.
It tells the story of Broadway producers who realize they would make more money producing a flop than a hit. To do this, they produce a musical about… Hitler.
To know everything about The Producers, click here !
Put like that, it doesn't sound very funny, but this musical by Mel Brooks is one of the funniest in all of musical theatre history. The musical holds the record of the most Tony Awards ever won by a musical with 12 awards !
A show that will delight spectators. Book your tickets by clicking here.
The book A is for Audra by John Robert Allman
In 2019, John Robert Allman published a children's book titled A is for Audra: Broadway's Leading Ladies from A to Z. For each letter of the alphabet, it features an actress who made Broadway history. From Audra McDonald to Liza Minnelli to Kristin Chenoweth, this book is perfect for introducing your little ones to the musical (and for enjoying it yourself).
A Wicked bottle which keeps your water cool
Make a small gesture for the planet by purchasing this 590 ml water bottle. It's very light and infinitely reusable. It reads the most beautiful lyrics from Wicked : "Because I knew you, I have been changed for good"
Tap lessons at Swing Tap
If you live in Paris and dream of dancing like Gene Kelly and Debbie Reynolds, Swingtap classes are the ones for you. The school was created by Victor Cuno, one of the best tap artists in France who was trained by the greatest tappers.
There are more than 24 lessons per week spread over 7 different levels!
You will learn the American technique and all the steps: shuffle, flap, wings, time steps… in short, you will become a pro!
And if you don't have a pair of tap shoes, you can buy them directly from the shop. Because yes, the lessons take place in the warm atmosphere of the Swingtap boutique, 21 rue Keller in the 11th arrondissement.
Classes last 1h30 and cost € 20 (plus € 29 registration fees)!
Come dance ! All the info here.
An Anne Boleyn sweater from Six !
For Christmas, get this sweater with, let's face it, the best character of the musical Six ! This sweater is available from size S to XXL on RedBubble and it looks super comfortable!
Hamilton
These stunning paintings by Coco Lemon Designs are handmade with watercolor. They will bring a superb touch of color to your decor!
A tote bag inspired by Heathers
This beautiful tote bag from Euphoria Designs GB, features one of the most beautiful songs from the musical Heathers. Sober and magnificent, we love it!
The show was recently in London and the album is available on all streaming platforms. You can again and again whilst strutting down the street with your new tote bag!
Candles with the scent of Waitress
Did you know that when performances of Waitress, are running, pies are baked before each performance to let the scent seep into the theatre. If, like us, you miss the delightful smell of the theatre, bring theatre to your home. In one breath, these candles will make you travel to the universe of Waitress and its sublime songs.
Now these are Christmas gifts that will delight all musical theatre lovers.
À find on etsy !
A Hadestown baseball cap
This superb Hadestown baseball cap has got the beautiful Red Carnation on it which is the symbol of the love between Orpheus and Eurydice in the musical. It's soooo beautiful !
A gorgeous t-shirt of the National Theatre in London
When you go to the National Theatre in London, you are sure to see a breathtaking performance. Whether it's Shakespeare, contemporary theatre or musical theatre, you know you'll come out of it with stars in your eyes.
So show your love for this great theatre with this t-shirt!
Laurent Valière's Vinyl Book: Les Plus Belles Comédies Musicales
Laurent Valière is a journalist and the producer of radio show 11ème Rue that's is broadcast every Sunday on France Musique. His Vinyl book is being released on December 2020th. With this vinyl book, Laurent Valière takes us on a trip around world of musicals. This journey is accompanied by 42 songs that have marked the genre.
Lots of stickers of Hamilton
You probably get it by now, we love stickers and above all we love Hamilton. This gift is the perfect combination for any musical theatre fan. It has all the characters and their best moments. Perfect to decorate your computer!
A Theatre Cafe backpack
The Theatre Cafe, if you don't know it, is one of the coolest places in London. All the drinks have names with musical puns. And there is always musical theatre music playing. The cafe is in Leicester Square a stone's throw from loads of theatres and is a great place to hang out between shows.
The cafe has developed lots of “merchandise” items like hats, sweaters, etc.
Show your love for musical theatre with an accessory that combines practicality and aesthetics.
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