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The touring production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's CINDERELLA is a magical showcase of the new Broadway adaptation, filled with whimsy and lush beauty.

RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA, the 2013 Tony Award-winning Broadway musical from the creators of The King & I and The Sound of Music, will play the Palace Theater in Waterbury February 24 - 26 for four performances, including two matinees.

This is not the CINDERELLA from our childhood. Wise people reconfigured the fantasy tale into a lavish contemporary production that coalesced with gorgeous and stunning technical aspects that make this a memorable theatrical experience for any age.

The Playhouse on Rodney Square, 'Prom'iere 2017, and the company of Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA are pleased to announce that February 7 through February 12, donations of gowns, tuxes, costume jewelry and accessories for young women and young men who might otherwise stay home from prom because they can't afford formal wear will be accepted in The Playhouse lobby during box office hours.

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RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA, the 2013 Tony Award-winning Broadway musical from the creators of The King & I and The Sound of Music, will play the Palace Theater in Waterbury February 24 - 26 for four performances, including two matinees.

The Playhouse on Rodney Square, 'Prom'iere 2017, and the company of Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA are pleased to announce that February 7 through February 12, donations of gowns, tuxes, costume jewelry and accessories for young women and young men who might otherwise stay home from prom because they can't afford formal wear will be accepted in The Playhouse lobby during box office hours.

Rodgers & Hammerstein's CINDERELLA is a 2013 Tony Award winning stage adaptation of the 1957 musical for television starring Julie Andrews, with music by Richard Rodgers and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II. The new book by Douglas Carter Beane is based partly on Hammerstein's original 1957 book. The piece was remade twice for television, once in 1965 and again in 1997, and was adapted for the stage in various versions prior to the 2013 Broadway adaptation. The 2013 score features several Rodgers and Hammerstein songs that weren't in any previous version, including one trunk song originally written for, but eventually cut from, South Pacific. The new songs include 'Me, Who Am I?', 'Now Is the Time', 'The Pursuit', 'Loneliness of Evening' and 'There's Music in You'.

Once upon a time in 1957 there was a helpless young damsel who toiled tirelessly in rags while her cruel stepmother and self-centered stepsisters forced her into a life of servitude. One day, however, her Prince Charming swept her off her feet and she lived happily ever after, all with the help of a fairy godmother and a glass slipper left behind. Fast forward. It's now 2016 and gone are the days when a meek would-be princess sits around waiting for her prince to come, let alone even thinking about leaving a Venetian glass slipper behind.

With ROGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA playing to sold-out audiences on their current North American Tour, it's no wonder so many have been singing the praises of the fantastic cast who is working hard to entertain. As the tour continues, it will soon be making a stop in Austin, Texas to thrill theater goers at Bass Concert Hall. Leslie Jackson currently plays the role of Marie and is excited to return to the state of Texas where she was raised to perform in this iconic musical that has been loved by so many. BWW caught up with Leslie as she continues to enjoy the part and share her talents with so many.

It's a lovely, lovely night at the Hippodrome with Rodgers and Hammerstein's CINDERELLA

Hello Broadway World! I'm am finally back for another blog after a long summer of theatre withdrawals. I have been so busy since the beginning of school, with college applications, homework, and just senior year in general. However, now that the applications are in, and my Broadway series tickets have begun, I went and saw Rodger's and Hammerstein's Cinderella Saturday night. It was the national touring cast, and the roles were casted perfectly. It encompassed the spirit of the original Cinderella story while also adding in some comic relief. Tatyana Lubov and Hayden Stanes shined as Cinderella and Prince Topher. It was very interesting to see that Rodger and Hammerstein decided to have one of the step sisters,Gabrielle played by Mimi Robinson, become Cinderella's friends rather than having them both be against her. Although that was the case, the other step sister, Charlotte played by Joanna Johnson, stole the show with her comedy and her Stepsister's Lament. Chris Woods also had the audience's attention with his great performance as Jean-Michel. The Fairy Godmother, Leslie Jackson, had a beautiful voice, which was showcased in "There's Music In You". The dancers were the highlight of the show for me. The choreography and the costumes took the show to a whole new level and made the props and scenery come to life. At some points I found myself watching the dancers more than the actual story because they had been trained so well. I had been in a school production of Rodger's and Hammerstein's Cinderella and it is interesting to see the huge differences between the actual Broadway musical script and the teen version. Also, there is nothing like going to a show at night. You can feel the excitement throughout the lobby and in the audience. Everybody is dressed up and ready to see the show. That's the magic of theatre.

The national tour of the Tony Award-winning musical Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA welcomes Tatyana Lubov, stepping into the glass slippers in the title role of Cinderella, and Hayden Stanes plays the role of Prince Topher, Cinderella's dashing love interest. Click below to watch highlights of the new touring company onstage!

The national tour of the Tony Award-winning musical Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA welcomes Tatyana Lubov, stepping into the glass slippers in the title role of Cinderella, and Hayden Stanes plays the role of Prince Topher, Cinderella's dashing love interest. BroadwayWorld has an enchanting first look at the new touring company in action below!

There is a plethora of young girls in frilly dresses and tiaras here. They laugh and run. They giggle and blush. They are joyful and their parents beam with pride. There are also many tween and young teen females wandering around. They are in notably LESS frilly dresses, yet they too, giggle and blush This is Cinderella.

Work Light Productions, producer of the Tony® Award-winning musical Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA, is pleased to announce casting for the national tour coming to The Broward Center for the Performing Arts, December 13 to 25, 2016.

Work Light Productions, producer of the Tony Award-winning musical Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA, has just announced casting for the national tour launching in September 2016.

Work Light Productions, producer of the Tony Award-winning musical Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA, celebrates the show's national tour, launching tonight in South Carolina.

Work Light Productions, producer of the Tony Award-winning musical Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA, has announced casting for the national tour launching in September 2016.

Work Light Productions, producer of the Tony Award-winning musical Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA, celebrates the official opening of the national tour tonight, September 27.