Weirdness is subjective, which makes this list different from a lot of Theatre Trip’s other blog posts. Here, I’m defining ‘weird’ as musicals that are unusual, surprising, or difficult to explain. Here’s a big collection of what I consider to be truly weird musicals.

Epic musicals are known for their sweeping narratives and larger-than-life plot lines, often tackling big themes like revolution, war, and personal sacrifice. Here’s the full list of the most iconic epic musicals to date, sorted alphabetically.

If you’re eager to delve into musicals that offer insightful perspectives on history, politics, self-improvement, and other academic subjects, we’ve curated a comprehensive list just for you. From the revolutionary narratives of Suffs to the foundational tales in 1776, here’s a full list of educational musicals, sorted alphabetically.

From the bustling streets of Tokyo to the landscapes of India, Asia has been the backdrop for several musicals over the years. Whether a show is fully set in an Asian country or partially takes place there, you’ll find it below. Here’s a full list of musicals set in Asia!

From the sunny Greek islands to the heart of Athens, Greece has been the backdrop for many stage musicals. Whether a show is fully set in Greece, partially takes place there, or simply references the country, you’ll find it below. Here’s a full list of musicals set in Greece.

From grand ocean voyages to life aboard an ocean liner, the sea has acted as the backdrop for many musicals over the years. Whether a show is entirely set at sea or features key scenes on the open water, you’ll find it below. Here’s a full list of musicals set on ships.

While many plays have been awarded the Pulitzer Prize throughout history, only a few musicals have earned this title. To date, only 11 musicals have received the coveted prize. Here’s a full list of Pulitzer Prize-winning musicals, sorted from most recent to oldest.

With the rise of the internet, technology, and global pop culture, musicals set in the 2000s explore themes of ambition and a rapidly evolving world. These shows capture the energy and uncertainty of the new millennium. Here’s the full list of musicals set in the 2000s.