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Date of Death: August 23, 1960 (65)

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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Music Theater Heritage Opens Season With R&H: UNPLUGGED
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2023


Music Theater Heritage has announced the cast and creatives for its 2023 Season opener, R&H: Unplugged. This MTH original production features the timeless music of Rodgers & Hart and Rodgers & Hammerstein, reimagined with only stringed acoustic instruments.

Ivoryton Playhouse to Hold Auditions for 2023 Season This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 11, 2023


The Ivoryton Playhouse will be holding local auditions for Equity and non Equity actors for the 2023 season. Auditions will be held at the Ivoryton Playhouse on Friday, January 20th from 11am – 7pm, and on Saturday, January 21 from 10 – 6pm.

Tickets on Sale For THE SOUND OF MUSIC International Tour in Manila
by Stephi Wild - Jan 4, 2023


The international tour of Rodgers & Hammerstein's THE SOUND OF MUSIC, produced by Broadway International Group will arrive in Manila from March 7th to March 26th 2023. The brand new international production is set to be staged at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater in in Circuit Makati. 

Manila-Bound, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, Releases Tickets
by Oliver Oliveros - Jan 4, 2023


Broadway International Group and Broadway Asia’s international touring production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s beloved classic 'The Sound of Music' has released tickets for its March 2023 run at the Samsung Performing Arts Theatre at Circuit Makati. These tickets are now available for purchase at TicketWorld.com.ph or TicketWorld outlets.

'Puttin' on the Ritz', 'Ol' Man River' and More Enter the Public Domain
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2023


January 1, 2023 was Public Domain Day, when copyrighted works from 1927 entered the US public domain.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC Will Air on ABC This Weekend For 20th Year
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2022


Rodgers & Hammerstein’sThe Sound of Music will be broadcast on ABC this Sunday, December 18, 2022 at 7/6c

Diamond Head Theatre Presents CINDERELLA Opening January 20
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2022


Diamond Head Theatre has announced a five-performance extension of Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella.

Photos: First Look at Ashley Blanchet, Graham Rowat, Gavin Lee, and More in Paper Mill's THE SOUND OF MUSIC
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 3, 2022


Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee-Producing Artistic Director; Michael Stotts- Managing Director), recipient of the 2016 Regional Theatre Tony Award, has released production photos for The Sound of Music. The show began performances at Paper Mill Playhouse on Friday, December 2 and will play through Sunday, January 1, 2023.

Tickets on Sale Now for Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA at Musical Theatre West
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 29, 2022


Celebrate the holidays with a magical modern twist on history’s most famous fairytale! Long Beach’s premier musical theater company, Musical Theatre West, will debut its production of Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella this December, enchanting audiences of all ages with an updated take on the classic fairytale.

Review Roundup: KPOP Opens on Broadway!
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 27, 2022


Critics have weighed in on KPOP, starring K-pop superstar Luna as MwE, directed by Teddy Bergman, with a book by Jason Kim, and music and lyrics by Max Vernon. KPOP officially opened on Sunday, November 27th at the Circle in the Square Theatre.

Video: CAROUSEL Cast, Musical Director Take Opening Night Bows
by Oliver Oliveros - Nov 27, 2022


Repertory Philippines, one of the country’s pioneering theater companies, officially opened its 85th season with a reimagined production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s classic 'Carousel' on November 26.

Review: Arts Club's THE SOUND OF MUSIC is One of Vancouver's Favourite Things
by Alyson Eng - Nov 27, 2022


“Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens” aren’t my only favourite things about Arts Club’s latest musical, THE SOUND OF MUSIC. Playing at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage from November 10th to December 24th, Arts Club revived this fan-favourite musical once again for audiences to enjoy this holiday season.

Arthur Darvill, Anoushka Lucas, and More Will Reprise Roles in West End Transfer of OKLAHOMA!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 23, 2022


Reprising their roles from the run at the Young Vic are Raphael Bushay (Mike), Arthur Darvill (Curly McLain), James Patrick Davis (Will Parker), Stavros Demetraki (Ali Hakim), Greg Hicks (Andrew Carnes), Rebekah Hinds (Gertie Cummings), Anoushka Lucas (Laurey Williams), Marie-Astrid Mence (Lead Dancer), Liza Sadovy (Aunt Eller) and Patrick Vaill (Jud Fry).

Creede Repertory Theatre Announces Transformational 58th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 10, 2022


Beginning May 19, Creede Repertory Theatre (CRT) will produce its 58th season, which includes comedy, drama, romance, a world premiere and something for the entire family. CRT will continue to champion its thriving educational and audience engagement programming.

REVIEW: The Classic Fairytale Is Given A Contemporary Twist In Rogers And Hammerstein's CINDERELLA
by Jade Kops - Nov 9, 2022


Following on from its 2013 Broadway premiere, Douglas Carter Beane’s (Book) stage adaptation of Richard Rodgers (Music) and Oscar Hammerstein II’s (Lyrics and book) CINDERELLA waltzes onto the Lyric stage to captivate Sydney audiences of all ages.

Weston Friendly Society to Present THE SOUND OF MUSIC in December
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 6, 2022


'The Sound of Music' with music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, and book by Howard Linsday & Russel Crouse will be performed at The Weston Friendly Society of the Performing Arts this December. Coming off of a successful run of their production of Disney's 'Beauty and the Beast' back in May, WFS will open their 137th Season with this classic.

Musical Theatre West to Present Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 1, 2022


History’s most famous fairytale will make its Musical Theatre West debut with a magical modern twist this December! Long Beach’s premier theater company is excited to announce its final show of the season, Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella, will premiere for select nights December 2 - 18, 2022.

Rogers & Hammerstein's CINDERELLA Comes to Main Street Theater
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2022


Main Street Theater (MST) is bringing the delightful musical Cinderella to Houston for the holidays. This Rogers & Hammerstein classic has brought joy to people of all ages over the years. In fact, the 80th anniversary of the partnership of Rodgers & Hammerstein is being celebrated this year.

Young People's Chorus Of New York City Joins Voices Of Ascension In Presentation Of Paola Prestini's THE GLASS BOX
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 26, 2022


The world-renowned Young People's Chorus of New York City (YPC), led by Founder and Artistic Director Francisco J. Núñez, will join fellow Grammy nominee Voices of Ascension, under the direction of Artistic Director and Conductor Dennis Keene, to present Paola Prestini's The Glass Box.

Julie Benko & Jason Yeager to Celebrate Album HAND IN HAND With Two Shows at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 25, 2022


The married musical team of Julie Benko and Jason Yeager will celebrate Hand in Hand – their debut duet album from CLUB44 RECORDS – with two very special New York concerts at 54 Below on Monday, November 7 at 9:30 PM and Sunday, December 4 at 7:00 PM.

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