Beautiful
Andrew Lloyd Webber
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Composer"Beautiful" is a song from the musical "Sunset Boulevard" which was composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, whose iconic works also include "The Phantom of the Opera," "Evita," and "Cats."
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LyricistsThe lyrics to "Beautiful" were penned by Don Black and Christopher Hampton, who’ve collaborated with Andrew Lloyd Webber for various productions.
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Musical"Sunset Boulevard" is based on Billy Wilder's 1950 film of the same name. The song "Beautiful" is one of the significant tracks in this Tony award-winning musical.
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CharacterThe song is performed by the character Joe Gillis in the show, a struggling screenwriter who reflects on the illusion of Hollywood.
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ReleaseThe musical "Sunset Boulevard", including the song "Beautiful", debuted at London's Adelphi Theatre on July 12, 1993.
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RecordingsVarious versions of "Beautiful" have been recorded for different casts of "Sunset Boulevard". These recordings feature well-known actors such as Michael Xavier, Ramin Karimloo, and Michael Ball.
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ThemesThe song “Beautiful” plays a significant role in the musical, revealing the character's disillusionment with Hollywood's glamorous façade.
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GenreLike many of Lloyd Webber's compositions, "Beautiful" falls into the genre of musical theater, combining elements of classical and pop music.
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Live PerformancesThe song has been performed live in various productions of "Sunset Boulevard" around the world, including in the West End, Broadway, and regional and international tours.
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Critical AcclaimAndrew Lloyd Webber's entire score for "Sunset Boulevard," including "Beautiful," is often acclaimed for its melodic richness and dramatic intensity.
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