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David Benedict: Mid-scale musicals are being squeezed out – but some are figuring out how to thrive

The expense of mounting musicals has climbed yet higher thanks to everything from show running costs to energy bills, creating bigger commercial risks when staging smaller shows, says David Benedict

It's always been my preference to see new, smaller musicals instead of big, overstuffed productions. Now, retired with limited income, the current cost of small shows is even restrictive as those prices have risen to Broadway prices. We desperately need theater for society to thrive. Art isn't easy.