Embrace the Beat and Celebrate the Bold: Where Hairspray Fans Unite!
In a whirl of fabulous hair and relentless rhythm, Tracy Turnblad shimmies through segregation, dancing her way into hearts and history, proving that everyone deserves a spotlight, and every voice deserves to be heard. It's a toe-tapping revolution!
Hairspray Trivia
What is the name of the main character in the musical Hairspray? (Genius)
#1: Tracy Turnblad
#2: Amber Von Tussle
#3: Penny Pingleton
#4: Edna Turnblad
What decade is Hairspray set in? (Easy)
#1: 1950s
#2: 1960s
#3: 1970s
#4: 1980s
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Hairspray Fun Facts
The original Broadway production of Hairspray won eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, in 2003.
The character of Edna Turnblad was originally played by Harvey Fierstein in the Broadway production, marking a rare instance of a man portraying a leading female role in a major musical.
Hairspray Polls
What's your favorite aspect of Hairspray?
The music and songs
The characters and their stories
The dance routines
The overall message and themes
Show Results
What is your favorite character from Hairspray?
Tracy Turnblad
Edna Turnblad
Link Larkin
Penny Pingleton
Show Results
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