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In 1995, lyricist Michael Porter and composer Phil Black teamed to write a full-length Broadway style stage musical, "The Book of Esther." Based on the Old Testament story, Porter wrote the libretto and lyrics, and Black composed and arranged the score. The musical held its world premiere in March 1995 at the Memphis Jewish Community Center Theatre. The production (which featured 21 songs and more than 50 cast members) enjoyed a highly successful two-week run to excellent reviews and sold-out houses.