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Opened: April 30, 1958

My Fair Lady - 1958 - West End History , Info & More

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Adapted from "Pygmalion" by George Bernard Shaw

My Fair Lady is a musical based upon George Bernard Shaw's Pygmalion and with book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner and music by Frederick Loewe. The story concerns Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney flower girl who takes speech lessons from professor Henry Higgins, a phoneticist, so that she may pass as a well-born lady. The musical's 1956 Broadway production was a hit, setting what was then the record for the longest run of any major musical theatre production in history. It was followed by a hit London production, a popular film version, and numerous revivals. It has been called "the perfect musical".

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My Fair Lady - 1958 - West End Articles Page 8

MY FAIR LADY Comes to San Bernardino, 1/26
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 6, 2011


Lerner and Lowe's classic stage musical "My Fair Lady," a Cockney flower girl who takes speech lessons to become a proper lady, comes to the California Theatre for one performance only on Jan. 26, 2012.

Theatre on Fire and the Charlestown Working Theater to Present MOJO
by BWW News Desk - Nov 19, 2011


Theatre on Fire opens its seventh season at the Charlestown Working Theater with the rock n' roll rhythm of MOJO.

The Colony Theater Presents TRAVELS WITH MY AUNT
by BWW News Desk - Nov 9, 2011


The Colony Theatre is thrilled to present the fourth production of its 37th season of shows - the Los Angeles Premiere of TRAVELS WITH MY AUNT, written by Graham Greene, adapted for the stage by Giles Havergal, and directed by David Dean Bottrell.

The Colony Theater Presents TRAVELS WITH MY AUNT
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 7, 2011


The Colony Theatre is thrilled to present the fourth production of its 37th season of shows - the Los Angeles Premiere of TRAVELS WITH MY AUNT, written by Graham Greene, adapted for the stage by Giles Havergal, and directed by David Dean Bottrell.

Theatre on Fire and the Charlestown Working Theater to Present MOJO
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 25, 2011


Theatre on Fire opens its seventh season at the Charlestown Working Theater with the rock n' roll rhythm of MOJO.

The Colony Theater Presents TRAVELS WITH MY AUNT
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 12, 2011


The Colony Theatre is thrilled to present the fourth production of its 37th season of shows - the Los Angeles Premiere of TRAVELS WITH MY AUNT, written by Graham Greene, adapted for the stage by Giles Havergal, and directed by David Dean Bottrell.

Adam Driver, Michael Siberry et al. Complete Cast for Frank Langella-Led MAN & BOY this Fall
by Jessica Lewis - Jul 25, 2011


Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the full cast joining star and three-time Tony Award winner Frank Langella as 'Gregor Antonescu' in Terence Rattigan's drama Man and Boy, directed by Maria Aitken.

THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES Comes To Saint Michael’s Playhouse
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 22, 2011


A high-spirited musical, THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES, will be staged at the Saint Michael's Playhouse August 3-13 in the McCarthy Arts Center on the campus of Saint Michael's College.

Asolo Rep Announces Change in 11-12 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 15, 2011


Michael Donald Edwards, Producing Artistic Director of Asolo Repertory Theatre and Steven High, Executive Director of The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art announced today that a co-production of John Logan's Tony Award winning drama, Red will play March 30-April 22, 2012 in the Ringling Museum's Historic Asolo Theater.

Irons, Barbour & Errico Star in CAMELOT at Irish Rep, 6/6
by BWW News Desk - Jun 6, 2011


Off-Broadway's acclaimed Irish Repertory Theatre presents its 2011 Annual Benefit Gala, a concert performance on Broadway of Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe's CAMELOT - the beloved musical that defined an age with its lush romantic score that soars above the legendary tale of idealism, passion and betrayal - on Monday, June 6 at The Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Street) in Manhattan. Charlotte Moore, who directed last year's acclaimed concert staging of BRIGADOON on Broadway and helms the Irish Repertory's current production of Dion Boucicault's THE SHAUGHRAUN, directs a cast of Broadway stars.

Photo Flash: MSMT Presents THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 31, 2011


Maine State Music Theatre opens its 53rd season with an Off-Broadway musical comedy hit, THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES, which runs from June 8th through June 25th at the Pickard Theater in Brunswick.

Melissa Errico, James Barbour Join Jeremy Irons In Irish Rep's CAMELOT; Full Cast Announced
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 27, 2011


Off-Broadway's Irish Repertory Theatre presents its 2011 Annual Benefit Gala, a concert performance on Broadway of Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe's CAMELOT - the beloved musical that defined an age with its lush romantic score that soars above the legendary tale of idealism, passion and betrayal - on Monday, June 6 at The Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Street) in Manhattan.

Jeremy Irons to Star in CAMELOT at Irish Rep, 6/6
by Nicole Rosky - May 6, 2011


Off-Broadway's acclaimed Irish Repertory Theatre presents its 2011 Annual Benefit Gala, a concert performance on Broadway of Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe's CAMELOT - the beloved musical that defined an age with its lush romantic score that soars above the legendary tale of idealism, passion and betrayal - on Monday, June 6 at The Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Street) in Manhattan. Charlotte Moore, who directed last year's acclaimed concert staging of BRIGADOON on Broadway and helms the Irish Repertory's current production of Dion Boucicault's THE SHAUGHRAUN, directs a cast of Broadway stars.

Roundabout Welcomes Frank Langella Back to Broadway in MAN AND BOY
by Jessica Lewis - May 5, 2011


Roundabout Theatre Company has announced that three-time Tony Award winner Frank Langella will star as 'Gregor Antonescu' in Terence Rattigan's drama Man and Boy on Broadway, directed by Maria Aitken.

CAMELOT Returns to Broadway in Irish Rep. Benefit Concert, 6/6
by Jessica Lewis - Apr 18, 2011


Off-Broadway's acclaimed Irish Repertory Theatre presents its 2011 Annual Benefit Gala, a concert performance on Broadway of Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe's CAMELOT - the beloved musical that defined an age with its lush romantic score that soars above the legendary tale of idealism, passion and betrayal - on Monday, June 6 at The Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Street) in Manhattan. Charlotte Moore, who directed last year's acclaimed concert staging of BRIGADOON on Broadway and helms the Irish Repertory's current production of Dion Boucicault's THE SHAUGHRAUN, will direct.

Morello to Head Cast of THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES at Maine State Music Theatre, 6/8 - 25
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 7, 2011


Maine State Music Theatre (MSMT) is pleased to announce the four actresses playing Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Suzy and Missy, otherwise known as 'The Marvelous Wonderettes,' in the theatre's opening show of the 2011 season. The show is slated to star Brittney Morello, Lara Seibert,Danielle Erin Rhodes and Morgan Smith. THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES

American Heartland's 25th Season to Include WONDERETTES, BINGO!, & More
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 31, 2011


American Heartland Theatre in Crown Center has announced its 2011-2012 Season, celebrating the theatre's 25th season of productions. To commemorate AHT's silver anniversary, they have proudly continued the tradition of providing variety in live theatre by showcasing three Kansas City Premiere musicals, two World Premiere plays and one classic theatrical masterpiece.

Lerner & Loewe's Gigi Onstage @ Reprise Theatre Company
by Don Grigware - Feb 19, 2011


It is practically impossible to get the images of Leslie Caron, Louis Jourdan, Maurice Chevalier and Hermione Gingold out of one's mind when seeing Gigi, as they, in the original film (1958) lifted the musical to a higher, more colorful level of interest. It's not that the musical isn't in some ways delightful, but it is certainly not on a par with Lerner and Loewe's triumph My Fair Lady. The stage musical came along long after the movie (1973), and this version has been scrupulously improved by director David Lee who bases the script on the 1985 West End production. All this considered, the current cast @ Reprise and director Lee are all top pros who do their best to make Gigi a pleasurable experience.

Cabrillo Music Theatre Presents THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES, Closes 2/13
by BWW News Desk - Feb 13, 2011


Cabrillo Music Theatre is thrilled to present the Off-Broadway and Los Angeles smash-hit musical, THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES. THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES closes Sunday, February 13, at the 1,800-seat Kavli Theatre at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, located at 2100 Thousand Oaks Boulevard in Thousand Oaks.

Julie Andrews, Dolly Parton & More to Receive 2011 GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Awards
by BWW News Desk - Feb 13, 2011


The Recording Academy® announced its Special Merit Awards recipients and this year's group includes: Julie Andrews, Roy Haynes, Juilliard String Quartet, The Kingston Trio, Dolly Parton, Ramones, and George Beverly Shea as Lifetime Achievement Award honorees.

Cabrillo Music Theatre Presents THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES 2/4-13
by BWW News Desk - Feb 4, 2011


Cabrillo Music Theatre is thrilled to present the Off-Broadway and Los Angeles smash-hit musical, THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES.

Cabrillo Music Theatre Presents THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES 2/4-13
by BWW News Desk - Feb 4, 2011


Cabrillo Music Theatre is thrilled to present the Off-Broadway and Los Angeles smash-hit musical, THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES.

Chuck Cooper, Daniel Breaker to star in Encores! Lost in the Stars 2/3-6
by BWW News Desk - Feb 3, 2011


Chuck Cooper, Daniel Breaker, Patina Miller, Sharon Washington, Daniel Gerroll, John Douglas Thompson and Sherry Boone have been cast in Lost in the Stars, the second Encores! production of the New York City Center season, running February 3 - 6 at City Center.

Cabrillo Music Theatre Presents THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES 2/4-13
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 31, 2011


Cabrillo Music Theatre is thrilled to present the Off-Broadway and Los Angeles smash-hit musical, THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES.

Chuck Cooper, Daniel Breaker to star in Encores! Lost in the Stars 2/3-6
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 10, 2011


Chuck Cooper, Daniel Breaker, Patina Miller, Sharon Washington, Daniel Gerroll, John Douglas Thompson and Sherry Boone have been cast in Lost in the Stars, the second Encores! production of the New York City Center season, running February 3 - 6 at City Center.

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