Natalie Girard
Latest News on Natalie Girard:
BWW Interview: Sarah Smith Talks RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA at The Fox Theatre - It's Incredible Magic! (Mar 27, 2019)
BWW Review: Rodgers & Hammerstein's CINDERELLA Performs at The Landmark Theatre (Feb 14, 2019)
BWW Review: RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA at Work Light Productions, A Lovely Night of Theatre (Feb 6, 2019)
BWW Interview: Sarah Smith Talks RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA at The Fox Theatre - It's Incredible Magic! (Mar 27, 2019)
BWW Review: Rodgers & Hammerstein's CINDERELLA Performs at The Landmark Theatre (Feb 14, 2019)
BWW Review: RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA at Work Light Productions, A Lovely Night of Theatre (Feb 6, 2019)
BIO
Natalie Girard is an Ohio native and graduate of Wright State University. She received a B.F.A. in Acting and Musical Theatre emphasis. Natalie made her national tour debut as step-sister Gabrielle in Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella.
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BWW Interview: Sarah Smith Talks RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA at The Fox Theatre - It's Incredible Magic!
by Katie Laban - Mar 27, 2019
Rodger's + Hammerstein's Cinderella, the 2013 Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, is here this weekend for a limited engagement at the Fox Theatre in Detroit as part of the Fox Theatre Series. With its fresh new take on the beloved tale of a young woman who is transformed from a chambermaid into a princess, this hilarious and romantic Cinderella combines the story's classic elements - glass slippers, pumpkin, and a beautiful ball along with some surprising twists. More than just a pretty face with the right shoe size, this Cinderella is a contemporary figure living in a fairytale setting. She is a spirited young woman with savvy and soul who doesn't let her rags or her gowns trip her up in her quest for kindness, compassion and forgiveness. She longs to escape the drudgery of her work at home and instead work to make the world a better place. She not only fights for her own dreams, but forces the prince to open his eyes to the world around him and realize his dreams too. BroadwayWorld Detroit had a moment to speak with Sarah Smith, currently on the road with Cinderella, about her character and the magical show. Read our conversation with her below to get excited when Rodger's Hammerstein's Cinderella comes to Detroit for a magical time this weekend!
by Katie Laban - Mar 27, 2019
Rodger's + Hammerstein's Cinderella, the 2013 Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, is here this weekend for a limited engagement at the Fox Theatre in Detroit as part of the Fox Theatre Series. With its fresh new take on the beloved tale of a young woman who is transformed from a chambermaid into a princess, this hilarious and romantic Cinderella combines the story's classic elements - glass slippers, pumpkin, and a beautiful ball along with some surprising twists. More than just a pretty face with the right shoe size, this Cinderella is a contemporary figure living in a fairytale setting. She is a spirited young woman with savvy and soul who doesn't let her rags or her gowns trip her up in her quest for kindness, compassion and forgiveness. She longs to escape the drudgery of her work at home and instead work to make the world a better place. She not only fights for her own dreams, but forces the prince to open his eyes to the world around him and realize his dreams too. BroadwayWorld Detroit had a moment to speak with Sarah Smith, currently on the road with Cinderella, about her character and the magical show. Read our conversation with her below to get excited when Rodger's Hammerstein's Cinderella comes to Detroit for a magical time this weekend!
BWW Review: Rodgers & Hammerstein's CINDERELLA Performs at The Landmark Theatre
by Natasha Ashley - Feb 14, 2019
No doubt you will see tiaras, beautiful ball gowns, slippers made of glass, pumpkins, a Prince, and a clock striking midnight in the current touring production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella. Yes, the modern production keeps all those familiar things from the fairytale and the original 1957 musical starring Julie Andrews intact. However, this production - like the most recent Broadway revival on which it is based - features a new book by Douglas Carter Beane (2013 adaptation). He gives the audience new characters and a more sympathetic stepsister. He also provides the Prince with a story/personality and grants Cinderella the power to decide her own destiny. Put succinctly, there are many socio-political undertones within the story and the characters that inhabit it.
by Natasha Ashley - Feb 14, 2019
No doubt you will see tiaras, beautiful ball gowns, slippers made of glass, pumpkins, a Prince, and a clock striking midnight in the current touring production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella. Yes, the modern production keeps all those familiar things from the fairytale and the original 1957 musical starring Julie Andrews intact. However, this production - like the most recent Broadway revival on which it is based - features a new book by Douglas Carter Beane (2013 adaptation). He gives the audience new characters and a more sympathetic stepsister. He also provides the Prince with a story/personality and grants Cinderella the power to decide her own destiny. Put succinctly, there are many socio-political undertones within the story and the characters that inhabit it.
BWW Review: Touring CINDERELLA Charms and Delights with its Modern Political Messages
by Roy Berko - Jan 16, 2019
Richard Rogers and Oscar Hammerstein II, the fathers of the modern American musical, were advocates of social responsibility. In OKLAHOMA, they stressed the building of community. In SOUTH PACIFIC they pegged prejudice. In THE KING AND I, the duo examined intercultural understandings.
by Roy Berko - Jan 16, 2019
Richard Rogers and Oscar Hammerstein II, the fathers of the modern American musical, were advocates of social responsibility. In OKLAHOMA, they stressed the building of community. In SOUTH PACIFIC they pegged prejudice. In THE KING AND I, the duo examined intercultural understandings.
Cain Park Opens 2017 Season with ROCK OF AGES
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2017
The City of Cleveland Heights announces the regional premiere of ROCK OF AGES will be produced in the Alma Theater June 8-25 as part of Cain Park?s 2017 season. Newly appointed Cain Park Theater Artistic Director Joanna May Hunkins will direct, with music direction by Jordan Cooper. ROCK OF AGES is a Tony-nominated Broadway musical that features a book by Chris D'Arienzo, arrangements and orchestrations by Ethan Popp and the classic rock hits of bands including Bon Jovi, Styx, Journey, Whitesnake, Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, and others.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2017
The City of Cleveland Heights announces the regional premiere of ROCK OF AGES will be produced in the Alma Theater June 8-25 as part of Cain Park?s 2017 season. Newly appointed Cain Park Theater Artistic Director Joanna May Hunkins will direct, with music direction by Jordan Cooper. ROCK OF AGES is a Tony-nominated Broadway musical that features a book by Chris D'Arienzo, arrangements and orchestrations by Ethan Popp and the classic rock hits of bands including Bon Jovi, Styx, Journey, Whitesnake, Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, and others.
Mid-Day Arts Café Begins Seventh Season with Sneak Peek at VTA 2016-2017 Shows!
by BWW News Desk - Oct 11, 2016
Victoria Theatre Association (VTA) begins the seventh season of the successful lunchtime arts preview series, Mid-Day Arts Cafe, Today, Sept. 20, 2016 in the Mathile Theatre, located inside the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center. September's Mid-Day Arts Cafe features a preview of Victoria Theatre Association's 2016-2017 Season showcasing Wright State University's (WSU) Department of Theatre, Dance and Motion Picture students.
by BWW News Desk - Oct 11, 2016
Victoria Theatre Association (VTA) begins the seventh season of the successful lunchtime arts preview series, Mid-Day Arts Cafe, Today, Sept. 20, 2016 in the Mathile Theatre, located inside the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center. September's Mid-Day Arts Cafe features a preview of Victoria Theatre Association's 2016-2017 Season showcasing Wright State University's (WSU) Department of Theatre, Dance and Motion Picture students.
Mid-Day Arts Café Begins Seventh Season with Sneak Peek at VTA 2016-2017 Shows!
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 30, 2016
Victoria Theatre Association (VTA) begins the seventh season of the successful lunchtime arts preview series, Mid-Day Arts Cafe, Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2016 in the Mathile Theatre, located inside the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center. September's Mid-Day Arts Cafe features a preview of Victoria Theatre Association's 2016-2017 Season showcasing Wright State University's (WSU) Department of Theatre, Dance and Motion Picture students.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 30, 2016
Victoria Theatre Association (VTA) begins the seventh season of the successful lunchtime arts preview series, Mid-Day Arts Cafe, Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2016 in the Mathile Theatre, located inside the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center. September's Mid-Day Arts Cafe features a preview of Victoria Theatre Association's 2016-2017 Season showcasing Wright State University's (WSU) Department of Theatre, Dance and Motion Picture students.
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