It’s official —America’s English teacher and gym teacher are getting married! Rumor has it they’ve been eyeing houses in Cleveland, so naturally we’re prepped to offer them a warm welcome here at Playhouse Square. And with Taylor’s new album already soundtracking the season, what better housewarming gift than a Broadway wedding playlist fit for celeb royalty? Join us as we parse through some of the most iconic Broadway love songs and why they’d be perfect for the showgirl’s big day.
TILL THERE WAS YOU - The Music Man
We’re still swooning over the golden era pairing of Miriam and “Music Man” Harold Hill. This song, reflecting Miriam’s realization that Mr. Hill is indeed the one, tells a story of unexpected love that is perfect for our pop star/playmaker pairing.
MY GREEN LIGHT- The Great Gatsby
We can’t get enough of The Great Gatsby, and neither can Ms. Swift; she even references a “green light of forgiveness” in her song “Happiness.” Great news, Taylor—there's a showtune for that! “My Green Light” is a beautiful piece about knowing you’re connected to the one you love no matter the distance, maybe even by an “Invisible String."
CAN YOU FEEL THE LOVE TONIGHT - The Lion King
“Can You Feel the Love Tonight” represents the reunion of the young lion lovers Nala and Simba and emphasizes love’s triumph over fear, regret and shame. It’s a love song fit for a king, and considering Travis is Taylor’s “King of My Heart,” we think it’s perfect for the first dance on their big day.
ONLY US - Dear Evan Hansen
This Dear Evan Hansen piece sends a beautiful message that love can heal past wounds. Taylor’s relationships have always played out in the public eye, so “Only Us” is the perfect way to show the world that Travis is the one, and “what came before, won’t count anymore."
FALLING SLOWLY - Once
Once is chock-full of heart wrenching love songs, but we think “Falling Slowly” takes the cake. With a slow tempo and acoustic vibe paralleling some of Taylor’s newer music, this song is perfect for a wedding that makes you think “Today Was a Fairytale.”
WHEN IT’S TIME - American Idiot
An unreleased Green Day song turned Broadway ballad, “When It’s Time” is an homage to the struggles of voicing love and the joy that comes when we finally do. We know Taylor’s had her share of “Champagne Problems” and come out the other side, which is why this piece is the perfect celebration of love despite it all.
ONCE MORE I CAN SEE - Wonderland
Ms. Swift’s earliest songs reflect a sense of childlike wonder about romance, love and the world—so what better way to send her off than with a reminder of when her “heart was young and free?” “Once More I Can See” tells the story of a love that makes you feel like a kid again, or even “So High School.”
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST - Beauty and the Beast
While he isn’t one in appearance, Travis Kelce is undoubtedly a beast on the football field. And what could be more perfect for the two lovebirds than this classic Disney masterpiece? The slow and enchanting melody of “Beauty and the Beast” sets the stage for a classy yet “Fearless” first dance.
