Broadway and Economics

Economic Lessons from Show Tunes

Matthew C. Rousu

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Routledge
21 June 2018

Humanities; Popular culture; Macroeconomics; Microeconomics; International economics

Series: Routledge Economics and Popular Culture Series

"Economics has often been described as ""the dismal science,"" with TV and movies reinforcing this description. However, economics is a powerful tool that can be used to understand how the world works, helping to answer confusing puzzles and solve the world’s problems. Surprisingly, Broadway musicals are an excellent way to show this.

Musicals tell engaging stories through song and many are rich with economic concepts. This book analyzes 161 songs from 90 musicals to explore what they can teach us about supply and demand, monetary policy and numerous other core economic concepts. While some songs have an obvious connection to economics, other connections may seem less apparent. When you hear ""Let it Go"" from Frozen, does your mind think about a firm’s production decisions? After reading this book, it will. Whether showing how Hamilton can illustrate concepts of central banking, or how ""Stars"" from Les Miserables provides a perfect example of inelastic demand, the author presents complicated topics in an understandable and entertaining way.

Featuring classic songs from some of the most popular shows ever produced, along with some hidden gems, Broadway and Economics will be of interest to anybody studying an introductory economics course as well as theatre aficionados."

By: Matthew C. Rousu
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
Weight: 322g
ISBN: 9781138051232
ISBN 10: 1138051233
Series: Routledge Economics and Popular Culture Series
Pages: 216
Publication Date: 21 June 2018
Audience: College/higher education , Primary , A / AS level
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Matthew C. Rousu is Professor of Economics at Susquehanna University, USA. He is a prolific researcher and frequently contributes to or is quoted by news outlets, including USA Today, The Washington Post, Bloomberg, and Forbes.