Royal Academy of Music in London to Host Inaugural International Musical Director Symposium
by A.A. Cristi
- Feb 12, 2020
On 19a?"20 July 2020 the Royal Academy of Music in London will host the inaugural International Musical Director Symposium. This exciting event will be the first of its kind in the world, bringing together Musical Directors and leading theatre practitioners to explore the interdisciplinary facets of this unique art form. The keynote speaker will be the renowned Broadway Musical Director, Conductor and Orchestrator Larry Blank.
Up on the Marquee: CAROLINE OR CHANGE
by Walter McBride
- Jan 28, 2020
Roundabout Theatre Company's Caroline, or Change will begin performances on March 13, 2020 and open on April 7, 2020 at Studio 54 on Broadway (254 West 54th Street).
2018 FOLLIES Cast Recording is Now Available At The NT Bookshop
by Stephi Wild
- May 17, 2019
Following the final performance of Follies in the Olivier on 11 May, the National Theatre announces the CD release of Stephen Sondheim's legendary musical Follies - 2018 National Theatre Cast Recording this Friday, 17 May.
Song Insights: 'One More Kiss', FOLLIES
by Rona Kelly
- May 11, 2019
Today is the last day of Follies at the National Theatre, which means we have time for just one more Song Insight before they part, as Nigel Lilley talks 'One More Kiss'.
Song Insights: 'Who's That Woman?', FOLLIES
by Rona Kelly
- May 4, 2019
Lord, lord, lord, how is there only one week left of Follies at the National?! This week, we're looking at a show stopping dance routine from the show with choreographer Bill Deamer and MC Nigel Lilley: 'Who's That Woman?'
Last Chance To See Stephen Sondheim's FOLLIES At The National Theatre
by Stephi Wild
- Apr 24, 2019
Follies returns to the NT for its final eight performances at the National Theatre on 6 May. Stephen Sondheim's legendary musical includes such classic songs as 'Broadway Baby', 'I'm Still Here' and 'Losing My Mind'. Featuring a cast of 40 and an orchestra of 21, Follies is directed by Dominic Cooke.
Song Insights: 'I'm Still Here', FOLLIES
by Rona Kelly
- Apr 17, 2019
Taking us through the gamuts A to Z of 'I'm Still Here', Tracie Bennett and Nigel Lilley breakdown the demands, delivery and tiny details of the number.
Song Insights: 'Buddy's Blues', FOLLIES
by Rona Kelly
- Apr 6, 2019
Hello folks, we're into the Follies! To kick off the new Follies Song Insights, we're looking at the song that kicks off the Follies-style numbers which close the show: 'Buddy's Blues', with Buddy himself Peter Forbes and music director Nigel Lilley.
BWW Interview: Nigel Lilley Talks FOLLIES
by Rona Kelly
- Apr 3, 2019
Nigel Lilley serves as Music Director, part of a team who have worked alongside Stephen Sondheim and Jonathan Tunick on this production. Taking us back to his early experiences of Sondheim, Nigel also shares what it means to work with him and Jonathan today.
CD Review: FOLLIES, 2018 National Theatre Cast Recording
by Marianka Swain
- Mar 11, 2019
The meticulous care of the National Theatre's production is continued in the soundtrack recording, demonstrating the collaborative brilliance of orchestrations from Jonathan Tunick and Josh Clayton, music supervision from Nicholas Skilbeck, and musical direction from Nigel Lilley - the latter conducting an exceptionally disciplined and articulate 21-piece orchestra.
BWW Review: FOLLIES, National Theatre
by Louis Train
- Feb 23, 2019
Follies begins with a gentle piece of music: warm, slow, romantic, that erupts into a jazz and brass extravaganza. Like the show that follows, it is full of highs and lows, big things and small things, pain and longing and fun.
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