Chitty Chitty Bang Bang 2002 - Articles Page 8.2

Opened: April 16, 2002
Closing: September 05, 2005

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang - 2002 - West End History , Info & More

Based on the film of the same name by Ian Fleming.

Chitty, a magical car, sails the seas and flies through the air carrying its eccentric inventor, Caractacus Potts; his children, Jemima and Jeremy; beautiful Truly Scrumptious; and loony Grandpa Potts as they try to escape from the Baron and the evil Child Catcher.

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang - 2002 - West End Cast

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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang - 2002 - West End Articles Page 8.2

Photo Coverage: THE UMBRELLAS OF CHERBOURG Prepares For London Run
by Carrie Dunn - Feb 21, 2011

After the success of Brief Encounter in the West End and on Broadway, Kneehigh's new adaptation of Jacques Demy and Michel Legrand's The Umbrellas of Cherbourg will arrive at the Gielgud Theatre following a limited run at Curve, Leicester.

Photo Flash: Kneehigh's UMBRELLAS OF CHERBOURG
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 21, 2011

After the success of Brief Encounter in the West End and on Broadway, Kneehigh's new adaptation of Jacques Demy and Michel Legrand's The Umbrellas of Cherbourg will arrive at the Gielgud Theatre following a limited run at Curve, Leicester. The Umbrellas of Cherbourg will begin previews on 5 March, with press night on 22 March and is booking until 1 October 2011. Directed by Emma Rice, with lyrics translated by Sheldon Harnick, designs by Lez Brotherston, lighting by Malcolm Rippeth, sound by Simon Baker and musical supervision by Nigel Lilley, The Umbrellas of Cherbourg will be produced in the West End by Daniel Sparrow and Mike Walsh Productions, Curve Leicester and City Lights International in association with BE MY Productions.

Meet the Cast of ARCADIA Day 3: Raul Esparza
by Charlie Piane - Feb 16, 2011

BroadwayWorld presents the cast of the Broadway revival of ARCADIA! Today we feature Raúl Esparza, who stars as Valentine Coverly. Learn all about him here...

Gemignani, Zien, Parker & More Join Murphy in Roundabout's PEOPLE IN THE PICTURE; Additional Casting Announced!
by Jessica Lewis - Feb 3, 2011

Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director), in association with Tracy Aron, announces additional casting for the new Broadway musical THE PEOPLE IN THE PICUTRE, starring two time Tony® Award-winner Donna Murphy, directed by Leonard Foglia. THE PEOPLE IN THE PICTURE features book & lyrics by Iris Rainer Dart and music by Mike Stoller and Artie Butler.

Photo Flash: THE UMBRELLAS OF CHERBOURG At Gielgud Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 3, 2011

After the success of Brief Encounter in the West End and on Broadway, Kneehigh's new adaptation of Jacques Demy and Michel Legrand's The Umbrellas of Cherbourg will arrive at the Gielgud Theatre following a limited run at Curve, Leicester.

American Repertory Theater Presents PROMETHEUS BOUND 2/25-4/2
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 1, 2011

The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) continues its 2010/11 Season with Steven Sater and Serj Tankian's world premiere rock musical Prometheus Bound, directed by Diane Paulus.

DeLaria, Creel, Cunio, Ebert & More Set for Sater's PROMETHEUS BOUND; Paulus Directs
by Robert Diamond - Feb 1, 2011

Casting has been announced for PROMETHEUS BOUND, a new musical with script and lyrics by Steven Sater (from the play by Aeschylus) with music composed by Serj Tankian and directed by Diane Paulus. The production with run at the American Repertory Theater from February 25 - April 2, 2011.

Olney Theatre's ANNIE Extends Again Thru 1/16
by BWW News Desk - Jan 16, 2011

Leapin' Lizards! Annie has been extended at Olney TheatreCenter for a second time, to Sunday, January 16.

Riding & Meow to Lead West End Legrand’s The Umbrellas of Cherbourg
by Robert Diamond - Jan 14, 2011

After the success of Brief Encounter in the West End and on Broadway, Kneehigh's new adaptation of Jacques Demy and Michel Legrand's The Umbrellas of Cherbourg will arrive at the Gielgud Theatre following a limited run at Curve, Leicester. The Umbrellas of Cherbourg will begin previews on 5 March, with press night on 22 March and is booking until 1 October 2011. Directed by Emma Rice, with lyrics translated by Sheldon Harnick, designs by Lez Brotherston, lighting by Malcolm Rippeth, sound by Simon Baker and musical supervision by Nigel Lilley, The Umbrellas of Cherbourg will be produced in the West End by Daniel Sparrow and Mike Walsh Productions, Curve Leicester and City Lights International in association with Be Yu Productions.

Tiffany & Hogget to Helm ONCE on Bway; Creative Team Announced
by Jessica Lewis - Jan 10, 2011

Smuggler Films partners, John N. Hart & Patrick Milling Smith and film and theatre producers, Fred Zollo and Barbara Broccoli & Michael G Wilson have announced the creative team for upcoming stage adaptation of the 2007 Academy Award-winning film ONCE, coming to Broadway in Fall 2011. The musical will feature the Academy Award-winning music and lyrics of Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová, a book by award-winning Irish playwright & screenwriter, Enda Walsh (Penelope, Hunger, The New Electric Ballroom), direction by the acclaimed Scottish director of Black Watch, John Tiffany, design by five time Tony Award winner Bob Crowley (The Coast of Utopia, Mary Poppins). Steven Hoggett (American Idiot, Black Watch) will provide musical staging and Martin Lowe (Mamma Mia!) is the music director.

ANNIE Extends At The Olney Theater Center Thru 1/9
by BWW News Desk - Jan 9, 2011

Leapin' Lizards! Annie has been extended at Olney Theatre Center to Sunday, January 9.

Crudup, Esparza, Williams & More to Star in ARCADIA; Begins at Barrymore Theatre on Feb. 25
by Robert Diamond - Dec 29, 2010

Telechage.com is now listing Arcadia, a revival of Tom Stoppard's play, will return to New York this spring for a limited engagement in an acclaimed new production directed by five-time Tony Award nominee David Leveaux.

Michael Ball to Launch UK Tour in Spring 2011
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 29, 2010

According to his official website, Michael Ball will tour the UK with his new show; 'Heroes,' beginning in May of 2011. Ball's concerts are set to include the songs which he is famous for, as well as some tributes to other stars.

Olney Theatre's ANNIE Extends Again Thru 1/16
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 16, 2010

Leapin' Lizards! Annie has been extended at Olney TheatreCenter for a second time, to Sunday, January 16.

Osnes, Stone et al. Join Foster & Grey in ANYTHING GOES; Full Cast Announced
by Jessica Lewis - Dec 7, 2010

Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) is pleased to announce the full company of the new Broadway production of Anything Goes, starring Tony Award winner Sutton Foster as 'Reno Sweeney' and Tony and Academy Award winner Joel Grey as 'Moonface Martin.'

ANNIE Extends At The Olney Theater Center Thru 1/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 30, 2010

Leapin' Lizards! Annie has been extended at Olney Theatre Center to Sunday, January 9.

Kudisch Goes Solo with Town Hall Concert, Jan. 2011
by Jessica Lewis - Oct 5, 2010

Scott Siegel has announced via his blog that he will present Marc Kudisch in concert at The Town Hall on January 15, 2011 at 8:00pm. The concert is entitled The Lower Depths: A Concert In Defense of the Baritone Voice.

Jan Maxwell Leads WINGS at Second Stage; Previews Begin Oct. 5, 2010
by Jessica Lewis - Aug 11, 2010

Second Stage Theatre (Carole Rothman, Artistic Director) has announced that Tony Award nominee JAN MAXWELL will star in Arthur Kopit's acclaimed play WINGS this fall. Directed by Tony Award winner John Doyle (Sweeney Todd, Company), WINGS will begin previews at Second Stage Theatre (305 West 43rd street) on Tuesday, October 5. The production will officially open on Sunday, October 24.

Ball-Produced LOVE STORY Transfers to West End
by Nicolas Coburn - Jul 15, 2010

The UK Daily Mail reports that Michael Ball will soon see theatre from a different angle. Ball has decided to assume the role of producer for the first time with LOVE STORY, a musical adaptation of the Erich Segal novel. His investment is estimated to be close to £250,000.

ITV to Present 'The Michael Ball Show'
by Emily Faye Oakley - Jun 28, 2010

According to The Sun ITV has signed on a new daytime talk show for Michael Ball, the show will be entitled 'The Michael Ball Show.'

DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Plays Omaha's Orpheum 6/22-27
by BWW News Desk - Jun 27, 2010

Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the award-winning worldwide smash hit Broadway musical, presented locally by Omaha Performing Arts and Broadway Across America, is coming to Omaha. Produced by NETworks Presentations, this elaborate theatrical production will come to life on stage at the Orpheum Theater, Tuesday, June 22 through Sunday, June 27, 2010.

DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Plays Omaha's Orpheum 6/22-27
by BWW News Desk - Jun 27, 2010

Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the award-winning worldwide smash hit Broadway musical, presented locally by Omaha Performing Arts and Broadway Across America, is coming to Omaha. Produced by NETworks Presentations, this elaborate theatrical production will come to life on stage at the Orpheum Theater, Tuesday, June 22 through Sunday, June 27, 2010.

DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Plays Omaha's Orpheum 6/22-27
by BWW News Desk - Jun 22, 2010

Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the award-winning worldwide smash hit Broadway musical, presented locally by Omaha Performing Arts and Broadway Across America, is coming to Omaha. Produced by NETworks Presentations, this elaborate theatrical production will come to life on stage at the Orpheum Theater, Tuesday, June 22 through Sunday, June 27, 2010.

2010 Tony Awards: Scarlett Johansson Wins 'Featured Actress in a Play'
by Charlie Piane - Jun 13, 2010

The American Theatre Wing's 64th Annual Antoinette Perry 'Tony' Awards were held at Radio City Music Hall on Sunday, June 13, 2010 and broadcast on the CBS Television Network. For more information visit tonyawards.com.

2010 Tony Awards: Neil Austin Wins 'Best Lighting Design of a Play'
by Charlie Piane - Jun 13, 2010

The American Theatre Wing's 64th Annual Antoinette Perry 'Tony' Awards were held at Radio City Music Hall on Sunday, June 13, 2010 and broadcast on the CBS Television Network. For more information visit tonyawards.com.

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the songs are in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and what's the order?
Overture
Opening
You Two
Them Three
Toot Sweets
Hushabye Mountain
Me Ol' Bamboo
Posh!
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
Truly Scrumptious
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (Nautical Reprise)
Finale Act One
Vulgarian Town Square
The Roses of Success
Chu-Chi Face
Teamwork
The Bombie Samba
Doll on a Music Box
What productions of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang have there been?
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang has had 3 productions including West End which opened in 2002, Broadway which opened in 2005 and Broadway which opened in 2005.
What awards has Chitty Chitty Bang Bang been nominated for?
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang has been nominated for several awards. These include the Olivier Awards for Best Performance in a Supporting Role in a Musical or Entertainment, with Nichola McAuliffe being nominated. The show was also nominated for Best Set Design, with Anthony Ward receiving the nomination. Additionally, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang was nominated for The Hilton Award for Best New Musical, with Richard M Sherman being recognized for his work.

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