The Sound of Music 1959 - Articles Page 5

Opened: November 16, 1959

The Sound of Music - 1959 - Broadway History , Info & More

Mark Hellinger Theatre
237 West 51st St. New York, NY

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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Review: The Goodspeed's GYPSY is a Real Good Time!
by Ariana Straznicky-Packer - May 27, 2023


They say “April showers bring May flowers” and the Goodspeed expertly planted their garden perfectly: This May and June, Everything is coming up roses, with Gypsy!

GYPSY Comes to Music Theater Heritage in June
by Stephi Wild - May 25, 2023


Music Theater Heritage has announced the cast and creatives for its summer production of Gypsy. Famously one of Stephen Sondheim’s earliest works, Gypsy features a book by Arthur Laurents, music by Jule Styne and lyrics by Sondheim. It is based on the memoirs of burlesque performer Gypsy Rose Lee.

GREASE & PIPPIN Set for NTPA 2023 Plano Summer Musicals Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 24, 2023


The award-winning North Texas Performing Arts Repertory Theatre has announced their lineup for the 2023 Plano Summer Musicals Series, including two exciting Broadway musicals sure to entice audiences. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Academy of St Martin in the Fields Returns to QPAC in October
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2023


Queensland Performing Arts Centre presents the return of one of the world’s finest chamber orchestras, Academy of St Martin in the Fields (ASMF), on Wednesday 11 and Thursday 12 October 2023 as part of a national tour.

Photos/Video: Rita Moreno Visits THE SIGN IN SIDNEY BRUSTEIN'S WINDOW
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2023


 Last night, EGOT winner Rita Moreno attended Lorraine Hansberry’s The Sign in Sidney Brustein’s Window after originating the role of “Iris” in the original Broadway production in 1964. This was the first time Ms. Moreno had seen the show from the audience since the original premiere over 50 years ago. Check out photos and video from her visit!

Joshua Bell to Release New Sony Classical Album 'Butterfly Lovers'
by Michael Major - May 12, 2023


Joshua Bell’s forthcoming recording Butterfly Lovers features one of the most renowned works in the Chinese classical violin repertoire, the Butterfly Lovers Violin Concerto. Recorded with the Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO) and conducted by Tsung Yeh, the work is a distinctive adaptation for an ensemble of traditional Chinese instruments.

Casting Revealed For The World Première of THE THIRD MAN at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2023


As rehearsals begin, the Menier Chocolate Factory has announced full casting for the world première of the new musical, The Third Man. Learn more about who is starring in the show here!

GREASE Is The Word As Seniors Take Center Stage In Connecticut Production
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2023


The high school seniors of the fictional Rydell High will be brought to life by actual seniors in an upcoming Connecticut production of the hit musical Grease!

Review: SHE LOVES ME at Palm Canyon Theatre
by Stan Jenson - May 8, 2023


It seems like only a few weeks ago that Palm Canyon Theatre (PCT) began their 26th Season with the magnificent Titanic.  Now that season is coming to an end with a delightful little jewel box called She Loves Me. Canyon Theatre?

Kennedy Caughell, Justin Sargent & More to Star in SUPERYOU at Skylight Music Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 3, 2023


Skylight Music Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for the world premiere developmental presentation of SuperYou.

Casting Revealed for The World Premiere of THE THIRD MAN at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2023


As public booking opens, the Menier Chocolate Factory has announced initial casting for the world première of the new musical, The Third Man. Learn more about who will be starring in the show here!

San Francisco Opera Presents Strauss and Hofmannsthal's 'Die Frau Ohne Schatten' Next Month
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2023


San Francisco Opera Presents Strauss and Hofmannsthal's 'Die Frau ohne San Francisco Opera presents Richard Strauss and Hugo von Hofmannsthal's fairy-tale opera Die Frau ohne Schatten (The Woman Without a Shadow) from June 4–28 at the War Memorial Opera House.

Trinity Rep Presents SWEENEY TODD
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2023


Trinity Repertory Company concludes its 2022-23 Season with the award-winning musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by Hugh Wheeler. Directed by Curt Columbus, Sweeney Todd runs at Trinity Rep in the Dowling Theater from May 25 through June 25, 2023.

Photos: GREASE Opens 2023-2024 Season At Drury Lane Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2023


Drury Lane Theatre opened its incredible 2023-2024 season with the song and dance spectacular Grease, with book, music and lyrics by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey. See photos from the production!

PACIFIC OVERTURES, CLOSE UP - THE TWIGGY MUSICAL, and More Set For Menier Chocolate Factory 2023 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2023


With Marjorie Prime currently running at the company's home base in South London and Funny Girl on Broadway, the Menier Chocolate Factory announced forthcoming programming for 2023. Learn more about the lineup here!

Interview: Carol Burnett at 90 - Looking Back on Broadway, THE CAROL BURNETT SHOW & More
by Michael Major - Apr 25, 2023


We sat down with Carol Burnett to look back on all the laughs she has given us throughout the years, starting with her Broadway debut in Once Upon a Mattress in 1959. Burnett discusses her 'big break,' reveals why she likes doing television more than Broadway, and how Bernadette Peters was the first person she asked to be on The Carol Burnett Show.

CHICAGO Becomes Longest Running Show Now Playing on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2023


The Phantom of the Opera ended its 35-Year Run on Broadway, making Chicago the longest running show now playing on Broadway.

Video: CHICAGO'S New Stars Olivia Holt, Kimberly Marable And More Take Their First Bows!
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2023


Tonight, Chicago welcomed actress and singer Olivia Holt making her Broadway as “Roxie Hart”, Kimberly Marable in the role of “Velma Kelly,” Liam Fennecken in the role of “Amos Hart”, and welcomed back Charity Angél Dawson as “Matron 'Mama' Morton' and Erich Bergen as 'Billy Flynn'. See video of their opening night bows!

CHICAGO Releases New Block Of Tickets Through February 4, 2024
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2023


A new block of tickets is now on sale through February 4, 2024 for the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St., NYC).

JEFF HARNAR & ALEX RYBECK: OUR 40th ANNIVERSARY SHOW Comes To 54 Below This June
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2023


54 BELOW presents JEFF HARNAR & ALEX RYBECK: OUR 40th ANNIVERSARY SHOW on Tuesday June 13th, 2023 at 7pm. Harnar and Rybeck made their cabaret debuts together at Palsson's Supper Club (now The Triad) on June 13th, 1983.

The Limeliters Come to 54 Below Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2023


​​​​​​​When music fans remember 60's folk music, they can't help but treasure the iconic sound of THE LIMELITERS, who have been delighting audiences coast-to-coast with their soaring vocal blend and their original take on folk music since 1959.

Erich Bergen Returns to CHICAGO Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2023


The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago will welcome back Erich Bergen in the role of “Billy Flynn” beginning Monday, April 10, 2023 through Sunday, June 4, 2023.

Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at CM Performing Arts Center
by Jenna Fanelli - Apr 5, 2023


What did our critic think of THE SOUND OF MUSIC at CM Performing Arts Center? When it comes to legendary pieces, the goal (and the massive challenge) is always to achieve storytelling justice. The Sound of Music is certainly no exception, and the cast and crew of the production currently running at the CM Performing Arts Center directed by Jordan Hue are valiant in their efforts to execute this beloved and timeless icon. While everyone in the cast holds their own, Maria (Katie Ferretti) and the adorable, equally talented and lively von Trapp children truly breathe life into this take on the seminal classic.

VIDEO: Jack O'Brien-Directed THE SOUND OF MUSIC Opens in Manila
by Oliver Oliveros - Mar 13, 2023


The North American touring production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s 'The Sound of Music,' directed by Tony winner Jack O’Brien, has reached Manila and plays at the Samsung Performing Arts Theatre at Ayala Malls’ Circuit Makati until March 26, 2023.

The Colony Theatre Brings Back The Latinx Production Of THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK After Sell Out Engagement
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2023


Due to overwhelming response to January's limited run, Burbank's Colony Theatre is bringing back the critically acclaimed 2018 LA production of The Diary of Anne Frank.

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 - 1959 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1960 Theatre World Awards Performance Lauri Peters
1960 Tony Awards Best Conductor and Musical Director Frederick Dvonch
1960 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Vincent J. Donehue
1960 Tony Awards Best Musical Howard Lindsay
1960 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Theodore Bikel
1960 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Kurt Kasznar
1960 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Patricia Neway
1960 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Lauri Peters
1960 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Mary Martin
1960 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Musical Oliver Smith

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