Happy World Theatre Day everybody! In case you weren’t aware, I am a total musical theatre dork; as such, when I learned that today, March 27, is World Theatre Day, I knew I had to make a tribute to some of the musicals that have brightened even my rainiest days. Without further ado, here are reviews of my top ten favorite musical theatre shows of all time—each in ten words or less.
#10—Hadestown

Hamilton meets Greek mythology in this haunting modern musical.
#9—Come From Away

A heartwarming/breaking show based on the effects of 9/11.
#8—Anastasia

This musical is wholesome and chock-full of fun, beautiful numbers.
#7—Mean Girls

Utterly hilarious with high energy—someone cast me in this!
#6—Les Misérables

Les Mis is pure magic with a slew of iconic songs and characters.
#5—Wicked

Wicked is whimsical, witty, and packed with lively characters.
#4—Dear Evan Hansen

Flawed-but-lovable characters and powerful songs dominate this musical.
#3—Falsettos

Looking to laugh and sob? Try this unique, vivacious show.
#2—Newsies

Vibrant songs, dances, and characters! Newsies has my whole heart!!!!
#1—Hamilton

Revolutionary. Groundbreaking. Heart-stopping. Magical. Hamilton is all of the above.