FAQ About The Influence of Yiddish Theatre on American Musicals

Yiddish theatre influenced American musicals through the immigration of Jewish performers and playwrights to the United States, chiefly in the early 20th century. These artists brought with them storytelling traditions, musical styles, and theatrical techniques that blended with the burgeoning American musical theatre scene. Many of the themes of Yiddish theatre, such as family, cultural identity, and social justice, became prominent in American musicals.