Throughout the history of cinema and theatre, the two art forms have often looked to each other for inspiration for the next hit. Adeptly transferring a story from one medium to another means conquering certain challenges (like the scenic flexibility of cinema), while capturing the essence of the story and creating an engaging onstage experience. While big budget productions can do this with relative ease, making the title universally playable across theaters of all shapes and sizes? Well, that’s where digital projections come in!

Let’s dive into some of our favorite screen to stage adaptations, and how projections have been utilized as a powerful storytelling tool.&nbsp;

Anastasia is inspired by the 1997 animated musical film and the 1956 Fox film, featuring the popular songs from the animated hit, including “Journey to the Past” which was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song. The songwriters,<a href="https://ahrensandflaherty.com/"> Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty</a>,&nbsp;remained onboard for the stage musical adaptation, composing an additional 16 new songs for the show.

When adapting a piece of cinema (particularly one on the scale of Anastasia), naturally challenges in creating fluid scene changes. With Act 1 set in St. Petersburg and Act 2 in Paris, the growth of projection technology in theatre gave the creative team (projections by <a href="https://aaronrhyne.com/">Aaron Rhyne</a>) the opportunity to direct a full travel sequence by train.

In Anastasia, Rhyne demonstrates that projection design not only solves the screen-to-stage conundrum, but can serve as a powerful storytelling tool that is as rich in emotion as it is detail. Check out this Paris sequence:

<a href="https://www.broadwaymedia.com/shows/anastasia/anastasia/scenic-projections">Explore our scenic projections for Anastasia here.</a>&nbsp;Broadway Media also offers scenic projections for the Youth Edition of Anastasia, which you can explore <a href="https://www.broadwaymedia.com/shows/anastasia/anastasia-youth/scenic-projections">here</a>.

<a href="https://www.broadwaymedia.com/blog/Anastasia-Digital-Scenery-Shines">Click to read our blog to see how Olathe East High School utilized our scenic projection in their production of Anastasia</a>!

Adapted from the smash-hit animated motion picture,<a href="https://www.mtishows.com/shrek-the-musical"> Shrek The Musical,</a> sheds the pop soundtrack (save for Smash Mouth’s “I’m A Believer”, because of course) for an all-new score by Jeanine Tesori (Caroline, Or Change, Fun Home) and David Lindsay-Abaire (Rabbit Hole, High Fidelity). The storyline remains much the same, and provides plenty of opportunities for amazing costumes, sets and puppets to create an amazing onstage spectacle – just as Tim Hatley did for the original Broadway production.

When accounting for all the different settings and special effects required to tell the story, your production budget could give you a case of the ogre-level grumpies. Not to worry! Our Scenic Projections are an affordable and gorgeous solution. 

Check out the following Princess Fiona rescue sequence.

<a href="https://www.broadwaymedia.com/shows/shrek-the-musical/shrek-musical/scenic-projections">Explore our scenic projections for Shrek the Musical here.</a> Or check out&nbsp;<a href="https://www.broadwaymedia.com/shows/shrek-the-musical/shrek-musical-jr/scenic-projections">Shrek the Musical Jr </a>or <a href="https://www.broadwaymedia.com/shows/shrek-the-musical/shrek-musical-tya/scenic-projections">Shrek the Musical TYA scenic packages</a>, written for family and youth theaters to perform.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.broadwaymedia.com/blog/big-bright-and-beautiful-inside-shrek-the-musical-scenic-projections">Click to read our blog highlighting how Shrek the Musical has come straight from the storybook with productions that utilize our scenic projections.&nbsp;</a>

With a story that features the transatlantic adventures of a boy and life-size insects aboard a gigantic peach, Scenic Projections can help with the many of the cinematic qualities of the script and become a valuable storytelling tool for audiences. 

In the following sequence, the giant peach falls from the tree and begins its journey – flattening Spud and Spike, busting through a well-known confections factory, and out to open water!

<a href="https://www.broadwaymedia.com/shows/roald-dahls-james-and-the-giant-peach/james-giant-peach/scenic-projections">Browse our scenic projections for James and the Giant Peach here.</a>&nbsp;

Or take a look at <a href="https://www.broadwaymedia.com/shows/roald-dahls-james-and-the-giant-peach/james-giant-peach-jr/scenic-projections">James and the Giant Peach Jr</a>&nbsp;or <a href="https://www.broadwaymedia.com/shows/roald-dahls-james-and-the-giant-peach/james-giant-peach-tya">James and the Giant Peach TYA scenic packages,</a>&nbsp;written for family and youth theaters to perform.&nbsp; &nbsp;

“I passed through the seven levels of the Candy Cane forest, through the sea of swirly twirly gumdrops, and then I walked through the Lincoln Tunnel”.&nbsp;

The cherished fish-out-of-water comedy starring Will Ferrell received the musical treatment in 2010, and has been a regular addition to theaters’ festive season programming ever since. Eschewing only a few scenes from the movie upon which it is based, a dynamic set is required to bring the North Pole and New York to life. But what about Buddy’s fabled journey? Well, check it out:

<a href="https://www.broadwaymedia.com/shows/elf-the-musical/elf-musical/scenic-projections">Make your production sparklejollytwinklejingley with our Elf the Musical scenic projections.</a> We also offer the junior version with<a href="https://www.broadwaymedia.com/shows/elf-the-musical/elf-musical-jr/scenic-projections"> Elf the Musical Jr scenic projections.</a>

Madagascar – A Musical Adventure JR.&nbsp;

From screen zoo to stage, Madagascar – A Musical Adventure JR follows all your favorite crack-a-lackin’ friends from the blockbuster movie from Dreamworks as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar. Bringing the tropical island to life is one thing, but how about the boat? Watch the video to see how we do it.

<a href="https://www.broadwaymedia.com/shows/madagascar--a-musical-adventure/madagascar-musical-adventure-jr/scenic-projections">Take your production on a trip to&nbsp;Madagascar with our scenic projection package here.</a>

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Let’s dive into some of our favorite movie to musical adaptations, and how Scenic Projections have been utilized as a powerful storytelling tool in theatre.

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From Screen to Stage: Technology as a Storytelling Tool in Stage Adaptations | Broadway Media

From Screen to Stage: Technology as a Storytelling Tool in Stage Adaptations

If you’re new to projections, you may be understandably apprehensive about diving into the realm of digital scenery. While this new endeavor may seem daunting, challenging, or even impossible, Broadway Media will assure you that projections are doable at every level.&nbsp;

At Broadway Media, we strive to bring Broadway-quality resources to every theater, school, and community across the globe, to continue making theatre accessible and affordable.&nbsp;

From professional theaters to school cafetoriums, Theatre-Makers at all levels utilize digital scenery to tell their stories in new and poignant ways that enhance the quality of their productions. They’re also thrilled by its simplicity and affordability, making it the go-to solution for live performance.

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Broadway Media's <a href="http://broadwaymedia.com/scenic-projections">Scenic Projections</a> stand above the competition in quality and ease of use. Our stunning digital theatrical backdrop packages for hit musicals are true to the script and pre-cued in our projection software, so you can simply plug-in and perform.

Imagine being able to use Broadway-quality digital scenery without the Broadway-level expense. Broadway Media offers the world's largest selection of Broadway-quality, licensor-approved digital projection resources and <a href="http://broadwaymedia.com/choreography-guides">Choreography Guides,</a> tailored to enhance your production while saving your budget. To bring these elements to life onstage, we also provide affordable rentals on <a href="https://www.broadwaymedia.com/stage-gear">AV hardware </a>tailored specifically for the performing arts.

Whether you're <a href="https://www.broadwaymedia.com/shows/peter-pan/peter-pan-1954/scenic-projections">flying over London</a>, <a href="https://www.broadwaymedia.com/shows/disneys-the-lion-king/lion-king-jr/scenic-projections">adventuring beyond the Pride Lands</a>, or <a href="https://www.broadwaymedia.com/shows/disneys-frozen/frozen-jr/scenic-projections">feeling the crunch of snow beneath your feet in Arendelle </a>- Scenic Projections will help you craft a transformative storytelling experience regardless of your space, place, or budget.

Our signature software, <a href="https://www.broadwaymedia.com/blog/stageplayer-2-launch">StagePlayer,</a> comes FREE with every order, which makes displaying projections easier than ever before - allowing you to perform anywhere!

We’ve had the incredible opportunity to work with all levels of Theatre-Makers, and each production is truly unique in terms of staging and space. See how directors, teachers, designers, and others just like you have utilized our digital projection rentals:

<a href="https://www.broadwaymedia.com/blog/anastasia-digital-scenery-shines">See how Olathe East High School put on Anastasia with our Scenic Projectors, using Aaron Rhyne’s original Broadway designs.</a>

<a href="https://www.broadwaymedia.com/blog/9-to-5-digital-scenery-highlighted-on-an-led-wall">Be wowed at how Madison Consolidated High School used an LED wall to display Scenic Projections for 9 to 5 - including the video from Dolly Parton!</a>

<a href="https://www.broadwaymedia.com/blog/making-chitty-chitty-bang-bang-soar">Make Chitty Chitty Bang Bang soar with, few suggestions of how you can pair our Scenic Projections with your production of this classic show.</a>

Ensuring your complete satisfaction and success with our products and services is our main objective. Our team is available to assist you 7 days a week! We are passionate about imparting our expertise and experience to Theatre-Makers worldwide.

Ready to put on a show? Fill out our form below. If you ever have any questions about how to run digital scenery, please contact us via email or phone. Yes you can - and we can show you how!

If you’re new to projections, you may be understandably apprehensive about diving into the realm of digital scenery. Broadway Media will assure you that digital scenery is doable at every level. 

Discover how you can access & utilize digital scenery at a novice level for your production at Broadway Media. 

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“Everyone who you'll get to talk to here at Broadway Media has a passion for theatre, and a background in theatre making. It makes it easy for us to jump in and work with programs and discover how to best utilize Digital Scenery in each of their unique spaces. We love to discuss all of the aspects of your show, and make sure we find how we can fit in with your vision.” - Cameron Sasso-Briggs, Senior Production Specialist at Broadway Media

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“Your knowledgeable and experienced customer service people were fantastic and helped me during this production so much. I’ve used Projections from your company before, but I think the projections for MEAN GIRLS were phenomenal and truly added to the overall look and success of our production. Thank you so much for all the help you gave us!” - Mark Keppel High School, Mean Girls: High School Version

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Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach TYA - Chillicothe High School's Thespian Troupe 3170

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Embark on a whimsical journey with Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach TYA, a musical adaptation that enchants all ages. Join imaginative James as he discovers a magical peach, sailing with charming insects. Broadway Media's Scenic Projections bring the story to life with animated backdrops. These projections enhance the magic, immersing you in Roald Dahl's world. With heartwarming songs, James and the Giant Peach TYA celebrates friendship and courage. Experience the joy of embracing uniqueness as James learns the meaning of family and the magic of big dreams. Let this tale remind you that belief uncovers magic everywhere.

Step into the whimsical and fantastical world of Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach TYA with our enchanting Scenic Projections! Transport your audience to the magical peach, the adventurous journey across the ocean, and the heartwarming moments of friendship and bravery. Elevate your storytelling with dynamic visuals, seamless transitions, and captivating effects. Download watermarked materials, customize using our intuitive StagePlayer app, and consider upgrading to the professional license for creative mapping. Our world-class theatre experts and resources are here to transform your stage, creating an unforgettable experience for your young performers and audience. Embrace the music, wonder, and beloved characters of Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach TYA with Scenic Projections today!

Embark on an enchanting journey with Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach, a heartwarming musical that brings the classic tale to life. Follow young orphan James as he discovers a magical giant peach in his garden, joined by extraordinary insect friends. With a captivating score, this celebration of friendship, adventure, and imagination sees them set sail across the Atlantic, weaving themes of bravery and belonging. This visually stunning musical reminds us that extraordinary things happen when you dare to dream big. Experience the wonder of Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach, a musical that will leave you enchanted and moved.

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We are a small rural school. Digital backdrops were amazing. The support team was awesome. I couldn’t have done this show without the Digital Backdrops! They were fantasmorific for James and the Giant Peach TYA

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Chillicothe Middle School

Our students love having the Mean Girls projections, it’s the one comment they’ve all made!

Haywood Arts Regional Theatre

Thank you for all your help with getting our production rental set up. There were a lot of extra layers to this show with projections, but the projection package from Broadway Media took part of that stress away!

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Arrowhead High School

It worked great for us. Our theater is over 100 years old and is a renovated movie theater with very limited wing space. The projections have opened up a lot of possibilities for future production options. Even by using an old, back of the theater, projector.

Rialto Theater

It was the very first production for Newtown Stage Co and we sold out both performances! We LOVED the slides and plan on using slides for every show moving forward.

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Newtown Stage Company

Everyone at Grande Prairie Live Theatre would like to thank Broadway Media for the excellent background graphics you provided us for our production of Shrek. These were colorful, detailed and very creative. They added to every scene.

Grande Prarie LIve Theatre

Thanks so much for your fabulous images. They really made a huge impact on our show and worked beautifully. Lots of the audience commented on them as we normally have enormous sets and it was a big change.

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Methodist Ladies’ College

We were extremely pleased with the projections for our production of Beauty and the Beast. They added a magical element to the show and helped make the transitions seamless.

North Greenville University

I just wanted to tell you how wonderful our show has been received. With the help of your animated backdrop putting us over the top. Thank you again and again. Looking forward to our next endeavor. 

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Tech support was great and once we had some time with the software, editing and running the show was easy enough.

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