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Quiz: Can you guess the musical by its first lyrics?

A quick mid-week brainteaser!

Alex Wood

| London |

24 December 2020

Some of the West End shows that may feature in the quiz — Some of the West End shows that may feature in the quiz
© Centre and right: Manuel Harlan and Johan Persson

We all know some of the most iconic lyrics in muscial theatre history, but how about the *first* lyrics in musicals?

We've concocted a lovely little quiz to test the savviest among you – let us know how you get on on Facebook and Twitter!

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