Noun: a person who loves musical theatre to the point of obsession over musicals and
showtunes.
Musical theatre kids will likely stream and download showtunes more often than 'regular music' or songs by popular artists. They will often make musical references in everyday conversations, whether or not the person they are talking to recognizes it. They spent a good amount of time memorizing showtunes from their favorite musicals, and nothing will stop them from singing along once they do so. One must be careful when approaching a
musical theatre kid, for even the most offhand comment can
spark an immediate reaction that will usually comprise of a full performance of the show referenced. Many musical theatre kids find themselves constantly discovering new musicals, resulting in the pain they feel when being forced to choose their favorite. Common traits musical theatre kids share are creativity, determination, and freedom of expression.
Person: (meaning to ask: how does a player with so little experience in soccer manage to score a perfect goal?) How does a-
Musical theatre kid: BASTARD, ORPHAN (proceeds to sing entire Hamilton soundtrack)
Person: Why must you always interrupt me like that?
Musical theatre kid: (singing) SORRY-NOT-SORRY...
Another
musical theatre kid: 'BOUT
WHAT I SAID...
Person: This is going to take a while (walks away)