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The Sound of Music - 1967 - New York History , Info & More

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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Complete Cast Announced For Pre-Broadway A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL Starring Will Swenson
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2022


Meet the complete cast for A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical, as rehearsals began in New York ahead of the musical's world premiere, pre-Broadway engagement this summer at Boston's Emerson Colonial Theatre.

THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY Comes to the Morris Performing Arts Center Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2022


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. 

THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY is Coming to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 11, 2022


The internationally-acclaimed hit theater show The Simon & Garfunkel Story will perform at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Saturday, Feb. 12 at 8 p.m. during their coast-to-coast tour.

THE SIMON AND GARFUNKEL STORY is Coming To The North Charleston PAC in March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 3, 2022


The internationally-acclaimed hit theater show The Simon & Garfunkel Story will stop by the North Charleston Performing Arts Center on Friday, March 11 during the coast-to-coast U.S. tour.

Frank Carlberg Leads The NEC Jazz Composers' Workshop Orchestra In New Works By NEC Students
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 8, 2021


The NEC Jazz Composers' Workshop Orchestra under the direction of NEC jazz faculty member Frank Carlberg presents a concert of new music by NEC students on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at 7:30 p.m. at Jordan Hall, 290 Huntington Avenue, Boston.

BWW Review: THE BAND'S VISIT at Dolby Theatre
by Cary Ginell - Dec 4, 2021


See what our critic thought of the national tour of 'The Band's Visit' - an inspiring musical about the healing power of music and its ability to show common ground between two historically opposing cultures. The show stars Janet Dacal as the vulnerable cafe owner Dina and Sasson Gabay as Tewfiq, the orchestra leader who has been traumatized by a past tragedy.

BWW Exclusive: A History of ANNIE on Broadway and Beyond
by Jeffrey Kare - Dec 2, 2021


Tonight, NBC will air its sixth live musical production. Following in the footsteps of The Sound of Music, Peter Pan, The Wiz, Hairspray, and Jesus Christ Superstar, the peacock network will be presenting Annie. Based on Harold Gray's comic strip titled Little Orphan Annie, this musical tells the story of a little orphan with equal measures of pluck and positivity who charms everyone's hearts, despite a next-to-nothing start in New York City in the year 1933.

The Public Theater Announces Line-Up for 18th Annual UNDER THE RADAR FESTIVAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 29, 2021


The Public Theater announced the full line-up today for the 18th annual UNDER THE RADAR FESTIVAL, running January 12-30, 2022. The innovative festival of The Public’s winter season returns to in-person performances at The Public Theater and partner venues Mabou Mines and PS21 with work by artists from across the U.S. and around the world.

THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY Comes To Broadway San Jose, January 12
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2021


The internationally-acclaimed hit theater show, The Simon & Garfunkel Story, will make a stop at San Jose's Center for the Performing Arts (255 S. Almaden Blvd.) for one performance only on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at 7:30 pm.

Spoon Covers The Beatles' 'Christmas Time (Is Here Again)'
by Michael Major - Nov 17, 2021


Spoon recently announced the forthcoming release of their tenth studio album, Lucifer On the Sofa. The album was co-produced by Spoon and Mark Rankin (Adele, Queens of the Stone Age) and features contributions from Dave Fridmann and Justin Raisen. The band says that recording the new holiday single put them in the 'Christmas spirit'.

Theatrical Concert THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY Plays Alberta Bair Theater December 2
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 9, 2021


Alberta Bair Theater presents the internationally acclaimed hit theatre concert The Simon & Garfunkel Story, which chronicles the amazing musical journey shared by the folk-rock duo Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel, on Thursday, December 2 at 7:30 p.m.

THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY is Coming to Playhouse Square This January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2021


The internationally-acclaimed hit theater show The Simon & Garfunkel Story will stop by Playhouse Square on January 27, 2022 during the coast-to-coast U.S. tour. The immersive concert-style theater show chronicles the amazing journey shared by the folk-rock duo, Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel.

Coral Springs Center for the Arts Announces STAYIN' ALIVE: Tribute to the BeeGees & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2021


The Coral Springs Center for the Arts and MusicWorks today announced three sensational tribute concerts honoring the kings of rock, pop, and country. Tickets for these three memory-stoking, finger-snapping, and pulse-pounding musical tributes go on public sale today starting at 10 am.

Psychedelic Desert Funk Jamila & The Other Heroes Release 'BORDER SYNDROME احلام بلا حدود' Single
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jul 16, 2021


The five-piece has performed on several notable stages including Fusion Festival 2019, Rudolstadt Festival, the Klangfreunde World Music Festival, the Feminist Chouftouhonna Festival Tunis and supported the famous global pop band Bukahara.

BWW Review: TALES OF THE RESISTANCE : VOLUME 2 PERSISTANCE at SF Mime Troupe
by Steve Murray - Jul 12, 2021


As I reported last year, SF Mime Troupe has revived the good old days of episodic radio serials, a perfect genre for shelter in place entertainment. In the comfort of your home, you can listen to these funny, left-leaning, provocative broadcasts that allow your imaginations to soar.

CARNEGIE HALL SELECTS Launches Friday With Free Streams of Filmed Classical Musical Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2021


Beginning this Friday, May 14, Carnegie Hall will offer weekly free full-length concert streams featuring legendary classical musicians in inspirational performances from some of the finest concert halls around the world.

Wadada Leo Smith's 'Symphony No. 2 Winter' Live Streamed From The New School
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 26, 2021


The inaugural MM Performer-Composer class will perform Wadada Leo Smith's Symphony No. 2 Winter in a live streamed, multi-location presentation.

Student Blog: Zodiac Signs of Tony-Nominated Musicals
by Student Blogger: Madison Moore - Mar 22, 2021


The criteria are that these shows have been nominated for Best Musical from the 3rd Tony Awards (the ceremony that started the Best Musical category) in 1949 to the nominations of what will now be the 74th Tony Awards in 2021. I will be determining their signs based upon their Broadway premiere date. With those rules in mind, here we go!

Celebrating Women's History Month: Women in Theatre Through the Decades: 1960s-1970s
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 8, 2021


With Women in Theatre Through the Decades, we will be highlighting the vital role that women have played in theatre history, showcasing those who paved the way and who continue to make history today. This week, we are highlighting the accomplishments of women in theatre throughout the 1960s and the 1970s!

Nichole Canuso Dance Company Announces Digital Tour Of BEING/WITH: HOME
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 8, 2021


The intimate participatory performance, which explores separation, connection, and the power of listening, will play The John Michael Kohler Arts Center in Sheboygan, Wisconsin from February 11-24, 2021, followed by an engagement at the Bates Dance Festival in Lewiston, Maine from February 25-March 14, 2021.

New and Upcoming Releases For the Week of December 28 - Rebecca Luker and Sally Wilfert's 'All The Girls', and More!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 30, 2020


This week's list includes a new album featuring Rebecca Luker and Sally Wilfert called 'All The Girls.' Also now available this week is the CD debut of The Desert Song 1967 London studio cast recording, a book of Lorraine Hansberry's substantive interviews​​​​​​​, and more!

Theater Stories: AIN'T TOO PROUD, The Premiere of PIPPIN, The Debut of Mary Martin & More About The Imperial Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2020


This week's Theater Stories features the Imperial Theatre. Learn about the stars and shows to have graced the theatre's stage, including Ethel Merman in Annie Get Your Gun and Gypsy; the Broadway premiere of Mary Martin; the theatre's current show, Ain't Too Proud, and much more!

Theater Stories: TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL, Broadway's Most Iconic Stage Couple & More About The Lunt-Fontanne Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2020


This week's Theater Stories features The Lunt-Fontanne Theatre! Learn about the iconic stage couple for whom the theater is named after, the multiple jukebox musicals that have made its home on the Lunt-Fontanne stage and more.

Pink Floyd's 'Delicate Sound of Thunder' Restored & Remixed Released Nov. 20
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Sep 24, 2020


Warner Music [Sony Music outside Europe] today announced the upcoming release of Pink Floyd’s ‘Delicate Sound Of Thunder’ on Blu-ray, DVD, 2-CD, 3-disc vinyl and deluxe 4-disc edition with bonus tracks, on November 20, 2020.

The Cleveland Orchestra Launches 2nd Set of TCO Classics Concerts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2020


Today, The Cleveland Orchestra launches its second collection of concert audio recordings on TCO Classics, featuring performances recorded live at Severance Hall during the Orchestra's celebrated Prometheus Project - a festival dedicated to the exploration of Ludwig van Beethoven's music that closed out the ensemble's Centennial Season in 2018

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

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