In this BroadwayWorld Exclusive chat, we sit down with Tim Weil, the original music director of Rent, to talk about his powerful new book, Making Rent: The Story Behind the Music That Changed Broadway. As we approach the 30th anniversary of the show that redefined modern musical theatre, Tim shares firsthand stories of shaping the sound of Rent alongside creator Jonathan Larson, and what it was like to be in the room when history was being made.
We talk about the music, the movement, and the magic that turned a downtown rock opera into a Broadway phenomenon. From early rehearsals to opening night and beyond, Tim offers personal reflections, creative insight, and a deeper understanding of how Rent became more than…
