The Music Man 1957 - Articles Page 7

Ages: 12+
Opened: December 19, 1957

The Music Man - 1957 - Broadway History , Info & More

Broadway Theatre (Broadway)
1681 Broadway New York, NY

From a story by Meredith Willson and Franklin Lacey

You don't want to miss meeting the fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill (starring Marriott favorite Bernie Yvon), as he cons the people of River City, Iowa into buying instruments and uniforms for a boy's band he vows to organize - despite the fact he doesn't know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen. Come join the townspeople of River City in this wonderful slice of Americana as they perform such hummable tunes as "Seventy-Six Trombones," "Gary, Indiana," "Wells Fargo Wagon," "Ya Got Trouble" and "Till There Was You."

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BWW Exclusive: The 101 GREATEST PLAYS of the Past 100 Years (1920-2020)
by Peter Nason - Apr 7, 2020


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THE MUSIC MAN Revival Still On Schedule for Fall 2020
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2020


The revival of Meredith Willson's beloved classic, The Music Man is still on schedule to hit Broadway this fall.

The 101 Greatest Showtunes from 1920-2020
by Peter Nason - Mar 19, 2020


How do we make a list of the 101 greatest show tunes from the past 100 years? Well, we did the near-impossible task.  Check out our full list here! 

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The Yardbird Suite Releases March Schedule
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 2, 2020


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Review Roundup: WEST SIDE STORY Opens On Broadway - See What the Critics Are Saying!
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2020


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Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Presents THE MUSIC MAN
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2020


It's undoubtedly the most appealing Iowa a?oecorna?? ever served a?" fresh, warm and wrapped in the sweet nostalgia of small-town America. Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (CDT) brings its audiences Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN. a colorful, musical comedy that's all-American as apple pie and a beloved classic for every generation. THE MUSIC MAN opens to a week of previews on February 28 and celebrates its official opening on Friday, March 6, 2020.

Theatre Under The Stars Will Bring THE MUSIC MAN to the Miller Outdoor Theatre in July
by Aaron Kaburick - Feb 14, 2020


After the smashing success of the inaugural TUTS Public Works Houston production of Seussical last year, Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) has announced this summer's production, The Music Man. Performances run July 14 through 19 at Miller Outdoor Theatre and are free to the public. This will mark the 52nd year that TUTS has provided free musicals for Houstonians at Miller. The renowned non-profit theatre company also produces a six-show season of musical theatre classics and contemporary hits at the Hobby Center.

GREAT WHITE WAY: RACE AND THE BROADWAY MUSICAL (2nd Ed.) Now Released
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2020


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Broadway-Bound THE MUSIC MAN Will Hold Open Call for Winthrop Paroo
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 11, 2020


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, The Music Man is coming back to Broadway this fall, starring Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster. The production, directed by four-time Tony Award winner Jerry Zaks, with choreography by Tony Award winner Warren Carlyle, will begin performances on Wednesday, September 9, 2020 and officially open on Thursday, October 22, 2020 at the Winter Garden Theatre. Now the show is on the hunt for its Winthrop Paroo. Telsey + Company will hold an open call for 7-10 year-old boys on Sunday, February 16. Click here for more information.

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by A.A. Cristi - Mar 8, 2020


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THE MUSIC MAN Will Officially Open at the Winter Garden Theatre This Fall
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 6, 2020


Meredith Willson's beloved classic, The Music Man starring two-time Tony Award, Grammy Award, and Emmy Award-winning star Hugh Jackman as Harold Hill and two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster as Marian Paroo, is coming to Broadway. The show will officially open at the Winter Garden Theatre- the current home of Beetlejuice- on October 15, 2020. Previews will begin on September 9.

VIDEO: John Tartaglia Leads THE MUSIC MAN at the Wick Theatre in Boca Raton
by Stephi Wild - Dec 30, 2019


John Tartaglia recently led The Music Man at The Wick Theatre & Costume Museum in Boca Raton, FL. Check out clips from the production!

Something's Coming... What Does 2020 Have in Store For Broadway?
by Stephi Wild - Dec 28, 2019


2019 has come and gone, which means it's time to get excited for the new shows coming in 2020! This year will bring anticipated revivals of Company, West Side Story, and The Music Man, fan favorite Six, brand new musicals Diana, Mrs. Doubtfire, and MJ, and many more.

BWW Review: THE MUSIC MAN at The Wick Theatre And Costume Museum
by David McKibbin - Dec 1, 2019


The Wick has taken some enormous risks in the areas of performance and design when staging The Music Man. While there were some minor technical glitches on opening night, this production will continue to grow as it completes its run which was just extended to December 28.

BWW Review: THE MUSIC MAN at The Wick Theatre And Costume Museum
by David McKibbin - Dec 1, 2019


The Wick has taken some enormous risks in the areas of performance and design when staging The Music Man. While there were some minor technical glitches on opening night, this production will continue to grow as it completes its run which was just extended to December 28.

Four South Florida Shows To Ring In The Holiday Season
by David McKibbin - Nov 20, 2019


With Thanksgiving, Chanukah and Christmas just around the corner, here are some shows that can put you in the holiday spirit. These musicals, ranging from classic fare to recent Broadway hits, are the perfect stocking stuffers for your family, your friends, or even for yourself.

Four South Florida Shows To Ring In The Holiday Season
by David McKibbin - Nov 20, 2019


With Thanksgiving, Chanukah and Christmas just around the corner, here are some shows that can put you in the holiday spirit. These musicals, ranging from classic fare to recent Broadway hits, are the perfect stocking stuffers for your family, your friends, or even for yourself.

John Tartaglia Stars In THE MUSIC MAN At The Wick Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2019


John Tartaglia (Avenue Q, Shrek, Johnny & the Sprites) will lead THE MUSIC MAN (Nov. 29 - Dec. 29, 2019) at The Wick Theatre & Costume Museum in Boca Raton, FL.

VIDEO: Get a First Look at Adam Pascal in 5 Star Theatricals' THE MUSIC MAN
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2019


Tony nominee Adam Pascal stars as Professor Harold Hill in the first show of the 5-Star Theatricals 2019-2020 season, THE MUSIC MAN, featuring book, music and lyrics by Meredith Willson, musical direction by Brad Ellis, choreography by Peggy Hickey and directed by Larry Raben. Get a first look at footage from the production!

BWW Review: THE MUSIC MAN Is What Great Musical Theatre Is All About
by Don Grigware - Oct 22, 2019


What do the 1950s have in common with 1912? Both were ages of innocence. When Meredith Willson wrote his story with Franklin Lacey about a con artist bamboozling an Iowa town in 1912, which formed the substance of his musical The Music Man (1957), the effect became like that of N. Richard Nash's The Rainmaker. People were jubilant, ecstatic and welcomed Professor Harold Hill, as they craved a good old-fashioned love story coated with ironic excitement. He was a charmer, and they saw way past his bad side. Now in a spectacular new production at 5-Star Theatricals, this company headed by Tony nominee Adam Pascal, keeps the show fantastically rousing and musically. almost perfect yet grounding the love story within the realm of  kitchen.sink believability. With splendid director Larry Raben, divine choreographer Peggy Hickey and fab musical director Brad Ellis at the helm, a marvlous 40 member cast takes the The Music Man and offers a much needed take on the way life should be, whether it's 1912, 1955 or 2019.

BWW Photo Exclusive: Adam Pascal Stars In THE MUSIC MAN At 5-Star Theatricals
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 18, 2019


Tony nominee Adam Pascal stars as Professor Harold Hill in the first show of the 5-Star Theattricals 2019-2020 season, THE MUSIC MAN.

VIDEO: Go Behind The Scenes Of 5 Star Theatricals' THE MUSIC MAN With Adam Pascal, Shirley Jones And More!
by Alan Henry - Oct 8, 2019


In this exclusive video go behind the scenes of 5-Star Theatricals, The Music Man with Adam Pascal, featuring book, music and lyrics by Meredith Willson, musical direction by Brad Ellis, choreography by Peggy Hickey and directed by Larry Raben.

BWW Review: THE MUSIC MAN Gets Fresh, Dynamic, Engaging Production at GLT
by Roy Berko - Sep 29, 2019


We are in the midst of 'The Music Man' blizzard. In the last year, Porthouse Theatre and The Shaw Festival have done the show, and a Broadway production starring Hugh Jackman as Harold Hill, will begin performances on October 15, 2020. Two-time Tony Award-winning superstar, Sutton Foster, will co-star as Marian the librarian. The production will be directed by four-time Tony Award winner, Jerry Zaks, with choreography by Tony Award winner Warren Carlyle.

Other Productions of The Music Man

1957   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1961   West End London Production
West End
1965   Regional Revival
1965   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1980   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2000   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2019   Washington, DC (Regional) Broadway Center Stage Revival
Washington, DC (Regional)
2022   Broadway Broadway Revival Production
Broadway

The Music Man - 1957 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1959 Tony Awards Best Stage Technician Sam Knapp
1958 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Meredith Willson
1958 Theatre World Awards Performance Eddie Hodges
1958 Tony Awards Best Choreography Onna White
1958 Tony Awards Best Conductor and Musical Director Herbert Greene
1958 Tony Awards Best Direction Morton da Costa
1958 Tony Awards Best Musical Meredith Willson
1958 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Robert Preston
1958 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical David Burns
1958 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Iggie Wolfington
1958 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Barbara Cook
1958 Tony Awards Best Stage Technician Sammy Knapp

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