The Sound of Music Revival 1981 - Articles Page 10

Opened: August 17, 1981
Closing: September 18, 1982

The Sound of Music - 1981 - West End History , Info & More

Apollo Victoria Theatre
(Victoria) 17 Wilton Road London

Based on The Trapp Family Singers by Maria Augusta Trapp

Based on an inspiring true story, “THE SOUND OF MUSIC” is one of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s most beloved musicals. Set in Austria on the brink of WWII, Maria a postulant, proves too high-spirited for the religious life and is dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of a widowed naval Captain. Her growing rapport with the youngsters, coupled with her generosity of spirit, gradually captures the heart of the stern Captain.

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The Sound of Music - 1981 - West End Articles Page 10

Mac Powell And The Family Reunion, The Ides Of March, And More At City Winery Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2019


City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, announces Grammy Award-winning artist Mac Powell and his band The Family Reunion, iconic rock group The Ides of March and more. The following shows go on sale to the public on Friday, December 20 at noon. Tickets will be available at citywinery.com/chicago.

Jazz At MOCA To Feature Miami Big Sound Orchestra On December 27
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2019


The Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami (MOCA) is thrilled to welcome back Miami Big Sound Orchestra as part of the monthly a?oeJazz at MOCAa?? series on Friday, Dec. 27. Known as downtown Miami's resident Latin Jazz big band since 2006, Miami Big Sound Orchestra combines 21st-century big band jazz with Afro-Cuban and Brazilian music, funk and soul. Their repertoire includes original compositions by Rafael a?oeCalia?? Valencia, legendary Miami bassist/composer; Chino Nunez, GRAMMY Award-winning producer; and Jaui Schneider, former pianist/composer of Ray Barretto; along with classics from legends such as the great Mario Bauzá.

BWW Exclusive: Ben Rimalower's Broken Records with Special Guest, Laura Benanti
by Ben Rimalower - Dec 9, 2019


In this episode, Ben and Daniel talk to Tony-winning Broadway star Laura Benanti about Tori Amos's 1992 album 'Little Earthquakes.' They also discuss Patti LuPone, Arthur Laurents, Joni Mitchell, Elaine Stritch, Liza Minnelli, Marni Nixon, Lizzo, Brandi Carlile, and Julie Andrews. Laura talks about her starring roles in Broadway hits such as 'The Sound of Music,' 'Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown,' 'Gypsy,' 'She Loves Me,' and 'My Fair Lady.' She shares stories from her career, including her 'up-the-octave' portrayal of Dolly Levi in high school. In addition to the theater, Laura has appeared on TV in 'Supergirl,' 'Nashville,' and 'The Sound of Music Live' opposite Carrie Underwood. She is also a regular on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,' and has tickled viewers nationwide with her hilarious portrayal of Melania Trump.

Baryshnikov Arts Center Announces Jennifer Tipton as Recipient of 2019�"20 Cage Cunningham Fellow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2019


Baryshnikov Arts Center (BAC) has announced the recipient of the 2019-20 Cage Cunningham Fellow, lighting designer Jennifer Tipton. This is the fourth award of BAC's distinguished fellowship established in 2015 to support artists who embody John Cage and Merce Cunningham's commitment to artistic innovation.

THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY Returns to Broadway In Chicago's CIBC Theatre For One-Week Engagement
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2019


Broadway In Chicago has announced that THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY will return for a limited one-week engagement May 12 - 17, 2020 at Broadway In Chicago's CIBC Theatre (18 W. Monroe). THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY is now playing at Broadway In Chicago's Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place (175 E. Chestnut) through December 8, 2019. Tickets for the return engagement are now on sale.

Broadway Night Will Host MT Shorts to Celebrate the Release of New Musical Short Film JUMP
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2019


Broadway Night, the monthly musical theatre cabaret, will host MT Shorts to celebrate the release of their new musical short film JUMP, filmed in partnership with Atlanta Workshop Players (AWP) and penned by 2019 Jonathan Larson Grant Recipient Andy Roninson at Prohibition on Sunday November 24th at 8:30 PM.

National Tour Of THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY Comes to The CCA
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2019


The internationally-acclaimed hit theater show a?oeThe Simon & Garfunkel Storya?? will stop by the Capitol Center for the Arts (Concord, NH) for one night only on Wed, January 22, 2020 during the North American tour. The immersive concert-style theater show chronicles the amazing journey of folk-rock duo Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. It tells the story from their humble beginnings as Tom & Jerry to their incredible success as one of the best-selling music groups of the '60s to their dramatic split in 1970. The show culminates with the famous a?oeThe Concert in Central Parka?? reunion in 1981, with more than half a million fans in attendance.

THE SIMON AND GARFUNKEL STORY Extends By Popular Demand
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2019


Broadway in Chicago is delighted to announce the internationally-acclaimed hit theatre show THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY is extended through December 8. Additional tickets will go on sale at 10 AM CT on Friday, October 11. THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY will play at Broadway In Chicago's Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place (175 E. Chestnut) November 19 through December 8, 2019.

Photos/Video: First Look at Playhouse on the Square's ON GOLDEN POND
by Stephi Wild - Sep 20, 2019


Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with An Anonymous Company and super sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff, present the theatre classic originally produced in the New Apollo Theatre and the Century Theatre in 1979, running for 382 performances.

What's Inside Ozzy Osbourne's 'See You on the Other Side' Boxset
by Abigail Charpentier - Sep 19, 2019


Rock fans can now get an inside look at the SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE box set, the definitive vinyl collection of all of OZZY OSBOURNE's original solo material. Due out Friday, November 29 on Sony Legacy, this set marks the first-ever all-vinyl collection of all the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and Grammy®-winning singer and songwriter's career music. 

THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY Returns for New North American Tour Dates
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 10, 2019


The internationally-acclaimed hit theater show The Simon & Garfunkel Story will criss-cross the U.S. to more than 50 cities on national tour beginning September 27 in Idaho Falls, Idaho. The immersive concert-style theater show chronicles the amazing journey shared by the folk-rock duo, Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. It tells the story from their humble beginnings as Tom & Jerry to their incredible success as one of the best-selling music groups of the '60s to their dramatic split in 1970. It culminates with the famous a?oeThe Concert in Central Parka?? reunion in 1981 with more than half a million fans in attendance. Visit www.thesimonandgarfunkelstory.com for more information and tickets.

Tickets on Sale Friday for THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY
by Julie Musbach - Sep 3, 2019


Broadway In Chicago announces tickets for the Chicago Premiere of the internationally-acclaimed hit theater show THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY go on sale on Friday, September 6. THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY will play at Broadway In Chicago's Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place (175 E. Chestnut) for a limited two-week engagement November 19 through December 1, 2019.

Ladies of Soul Rule September with Martha Reeves and the Vandellas, Oleta Adams, Jody Watley and Many More at Blue Note
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Aug 29, 2019


September brings some of music's most iconic female performers including Motown stars Martha Reeves and the Vandellas, Lady of Soul Oleta Adams and '80s icon Jody Watley. Local artists include the Honolulu Jazz Quartet, Henry Kapono presenting his Artist 2 Artist Concert Series featuring Blayne Asing, Elijah Sky and Mike Lewis's 2nd Annual Tribute to the Great City of New York. The Blue Note Comedy Series continues with comedian Esther Ku and '90s Alternative super group 10,000 Maniacs makes their Blue Note debut. We're celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Eddie Ortiz & Son Caribe and Yvette Moore presents a tribute to Gloria Estefan. Stef Mariani's invites you to her album release celebration of 'Highway of Love' and local favorites Good Foot Hawaii! take the stage. The Hawaii News Now Jazz Legends Series continues with Keiko Matsui and Lightnin' Larry Dupio presents an eclectic night of traditional and original Big Island blues. Willie K returns, electric blues guitar powerhouse Robben Ford takes the stage and the month rounds out with singer-songwriter Jon McLaughlin.

Playhouse on the Square Revives ON GOLDEN POND
by Julie Musbach - Aug 27, 2019


Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with An Anonymous Company and super sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff, present the theatre classic, originally produced in the New Apollo Theatre and the Century Theatre in 1979, running for 382 performances.

The SIMON & GARFUNKEL Story Heads to Boise
by Julie Musbach - Aug 12, 2019


The internationally-acclaimed hit theater show The Simon & Garfunkel Story will stop by the Morrison Center on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 during the North American tour.

THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY Announced At Broadway San Diego
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 8, 2019


Broadway San Diego is delighted to announce the internationally acclaimed hit theater show The Simon & Garfunkel Story will stop by The Balboa Theatre for two performances on February 18-19, 2020.  during the North American tour. The immersive concert-style theater show chronicles the amazing journey shared by the folk-rock duo, Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. It tells the story from their humble beginnings as Tom & Jerry to their incredible success as one of the best-selling music groups of the '60s to their dramatic split in 1970. It culminates with the famous a?oeThe Concert in Central Parka?? reunion in 1981 with more than half a million fans in attendance. 

Fscj Artist Series Presents THE SIMON AND GARFUNKEL STORY for One Performance Only
by Sarah Hookey - Aug 6, 2019


 The internationally-acclaimed hit theater show The Simon & Garfunkel Story returns by popular demand to Jacksonville's Times-Union Center on November 8 for one performance only during the North American tour.

THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY Announced At Live at the Eccles
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 5, 2019


The internationally-acclaimed hit theater show The Simon & Garfunkel Story will stop by Eccles Theater on October 2nd, 2019 during the North American tour. The immersive concert-style theater show chronicles the amazing journey shared by the folk-rock duo, Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. It tells the story from their humble beginnings as Tom & Jerry to their incredible success as one of the best-selling music groups of the '60s to their dramatic split in 1970. It culminates with the famous a?oeThe Concert in Central Parka?? reunion in 1981 with more than half a million fans in attendance. Go to www.thesimonandgarfunkelstory.com for on sale dates and ticket information.

THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY Comes To The North Charleston PAC
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2019


The internationally-acclaimed hit theater show The Simon & Garfunkel Story will stop by the North Charleston Performing Arts Center on Friday, November 1 during the North American tour. The immersive concert-style theater show chronicles the amazing journey shared by the folk-rock duo, Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. It tells the story from their humble beginnings as Tom & Jerry to their incredible success as one of the best-selling music groups of the '60s to their dramatic split in 1970. It culminates with the famous a?oeThe Concert in Central Parka?? reunion in 1981 with more than half a million fans in attendance. The show is presented by Best of Broadway.

Theatre You Can Experience From The Comfort of Your TV!
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 3, 2019


This has been one of the hottest summers on record, but don't let the rising temperatures get you down! BroadwayWorld is here to remind you of some amazing musicals and plays that you can watch from the comfort of your couch (with the AC blasting)! From Netflix to BroadwayHD to On Demand, there's an option for everyone!

BMI Continues It's Support Of The Acclaimed Sundance Institute Film Music and Sound Design Lab
by Tori Hartshorn - Jun 25, 2019


Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI), is proud to continue its support of the Sundance Institute Film Music and Sound Design Lab for more than two decades. The Lab returns to the Skywalker Sound legendary facilities for the seventh year from July 9-22. This year's international group of fellows include Ho-Ling Tan, Jorge Aragon, Brito Gene Back, Ghiya Rushidat, Aska Matsuyami, Ozie Cargile, Sara Broshofske and Emily Rice, who represent a variety of countries from Cuba, Hong Kong, Japan, Saudi Arabia, the UK and the U.S.A.

Chris Botti to Perform Under the Stars at Montalvo on Aug 22
by Julie Musbach - Jun 25, 2019


Continuing its Summer Nights Series, Montalvo Arts Center hosts An Evening with Chris Botti. Back by popular demand, this Grammy Award-winning jazz artist returns for a starlit concert in the outdoor Lilian Fontaine Garden Theatre. Since the release of his 2004 critically acclaimed album When I Fall in Love, Botti has become one of the largest-selling American instrumentalists of all time.

Photo Coverage: The Company of THE FERRYMAN Celebrates Their Tony Victory!
by Monroe George - Jun 11, 2019


The cast of the Tony Award-winning Best Play, The Ferryman celebrated their four Tony wins today with a celebratory cake! See the cast, babies and bunnies included, living it up below!

The Simon & Garfunkel Story Comes To The VETS
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2019


The internationally-acclaimed hit theater show The Simon & Garfunkel Story will stop at The VETS in Providence on January 19, 2020 at 7pm during the North American tour. The immersive concert-style theater show chronicles the amazing journey shared by the folk-rock duo, Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. It tells the story from their humble beginnings as Tom & Jerry to their incredible success as one of the best-selling music groups of the '60s to their dramatic split in 1970. It culminates with the famous "The Concert in Central Park" reunion in 1981 with more than half a million fans in attendance.

Fulton Theatre Presents SOPHISTICATED LADIES And THE PRINCESS AND THE PEA
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2019


The nationally regarded Fulton Theatre, in association with Maine State Music Theatre is proud to present the dance and music-filled Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies, May 2 through May 25, with Previews April 30 and May 1. Three acclaimed choreographers, Broadway's Mark Stuart, Broadway's Kenny Ingram and Lancaster's own Marc Robin, have joined to make this one memorable celebration! 

Other Productions of The Sound of Music

1959   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1961   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
1961   West End London Production
West End
1961   Australia Australian Production
Australia
1962   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour
1963   US Tour 3rd National Tour
US Tour
1964   Regional (US) Regional Revival
Regional (US)
1979   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
1979   Off-Off-Broadway Equity Library Theatre Revival
Off-Off-Broadway
1981   West End London Revival
West End
1990   Off-Broadway New York City Opera Revival
Off-Broadway
1998   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2003   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
2006   West End London Revival
West End
2013   Motion Picture NBC Live Televised Production
Motion Picture
2015   US Tour 2015 National Tour
US Tour

The Sound of Music - 1981 West End Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1981 Olivier Awards Actress of the Year in a Musical Petula Clark

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