This, the first musical written by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, came from the Biblical story of Joseph. It was first presented in the form of a cantata that lasted 20 minutes but, thanks to its success, led the duo to release a small album of the show in 1969.

Interestingly, the album didn't do well until Webber and Rice released Jesus Christ Superstar, which was a hit. Its success helped them produce Joseph at a professional level on Broadway in 1982. It stayed there for 747 performances!