BWW Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC Breathes New Life Into the Hills
by Nancy Grossman - Apr 4, 2016
The National Touring Production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC, directed by three-time Tony Award winner Jack O'Brien, breathes new life into the venerable hills and introduces a star-in-the-making. Vivacious and talented Kerstin Anderson captivates us from the opening strains of the title song, and her passion and energy propel the show forward. More than five decades after its Broadway premiere, the powerful message of the story and the superb Rodgers and Hammerstein score still resonate.
Hubbard Street and The Second City Extend THE ART OF FALLING at Millennium Park
by BWW News Desk - Mar 28, 2016
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Artistic Director Glenn Edgerton, and Erica Daniels, President of Second City Theatricals, are delighted to announce the return by popular demand of Hubbard Street + The Second City's acclaimed collaboration THE ART OF FALLING, at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance in Millennium Park, located at 205 East Randolph Street in Chicago.
The New York Choral Society to Present Handel's ISRAEL IN EGYPT
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 28, 2016
The New York Choral Society will present Handel's biblical oratorio Israel in Egypt under the baton of Music Director David Hayes, on Tuesday evening, May 10th, 2016, 8pm at Carnegie Hall's Stern Auditorium. Composed entirely from selected passages from the Bible's Old Testament, Israel in Egypt relates the harshness of the Israelites' captivity in Egypt and their subsequent triumphant escape from the Pharaoh's oppressive regime. Israel in Egypt is atypical in Handel's choral output, as it contains little solo material and is dominated by large-scale virtuosic choruses that exhibit Handel's mastery as a musical storyteller.
THE SOUND OF MUSIC Coming to Wolverhampton Grand Theatre This Autumn
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 4, 2016
Bill Kenwright's production of one of the greatest family musicals of all time, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, is delighted to announce that the acclaimed tour has been extended and will visit Wolverhampton Grand Theatre this autumn from Tues 4 - Sat 8 October.
THE SOUND OF MUSIC UK Tour Adds Summer, Autumn Dates
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 3, 2016
?Bill Kenwright's production of one of the greatest family musicals of all time, The Sound of Music, is delighted to announce that the tour has been extended into autumn 2016. The tour recommences on Tuesday 18 May at the Aylesbury Waterside Theatre.
BWW Interview: THE SOUND OF MUSIC's Teri Hansen on Rodgers and Hammerstein, Returning to her Orlando Roots
by Matt Tamanini - Jan 5, 2016
When the glorious national tour of the beloved Rodgers and Hammerstein musical THE SOUND OF MUSIC sets up shop at Orlando's Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts tonight, it will be a homecoming of sorts for one of the show's leading ladies. Though Teri Hansen, who plays the Baroness Elsa Schraeder, is a native of Detroit, after earning her degree in Opera at Florida State, she spent a year as an artist in residence with the now closed Orlando Opera.
Full Cast Announced for THE SOUND OF MUSIC UK Tour
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 1, 2015
Produced by Bill Kenwright, directed by Martin Connor, choreographed by Olivier Award winner Bill Deamer, musical direction by David Steadman, this wonderfully lavish staging of the classic musical coincides with the 50th anniversary of the film version - the most successful movie musical in history.
Producers Announce Von Trapp Children Casting in THE SOUND OF MUSIC Brisbane
by Sally Henry Fuller - Nov 29, 2015
Producers Andrew Lloyd Webber, David Ian, John Frost and the Really Useful Group today announced the 18 children who have been cast in the world's favourite musical, The Sound of Music. There will be three different casts alternating in the roles of the six youngest von Trapp children during the Brisbane season.
Ordway Presents THE SOUND OF MUSIC
by Sally Henry Fuller - Nov 13, 2015
This holiday season, Ordway Center for the Performing Arts is excited to present Rodgers & Hammerstein's The Sound of Music, Dec. 10-Jan. 2. Tickets for the Ordway produced family classic start at $37 and can be purchased online at www.ordway.org, by phone at 651-224-4222 or in-person at the Ordway ticket office.
BWW Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Music Hall At Fair Park
by Kyle West - Nov 6, 2015
I think it's safe to say that everyone, by now, has heard that the hills are alive with THE SOUND OF MUSIC. The Broadway musical, which starred Mary Martin in 1959 (and Julie Andrews on film six years later), is easily one of the most familiar titles in the musical theater catalog. With family audiences fawning over more contemporary classics like WICKED, THE LION KING and MATILDA, bringing back an old chestnut comes with a risk.
Gray O'Brien Joins Cast of THE SOUND OF MUSIC UK Tour
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 26, 2015
Award-winning Scottish actor GRAY O'BRIEN joins Bill Kenwright's spectacular five-star production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC as Captain von Trapp, in what will mark his musical theatre debut.
Mariinsky Ballet, Cloud Gate, ABT & More Set for The Music Center's 2015-16 Dance Season
by BWW News Desk - Oct 8, 2015
With the continued growth of its celebrated Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center series, and the success of its highly popular participatory dance experiences, The Music Center has become an important hub for dance in Los Angeles. Its 2015-2016 dance season is a prime example of the commitment of The Music Center to present distinctive dance experiences to Southern California audiences, especially by internationally renowned artists in classical ballet and contemporary expression.
Broadway Dims Its Lights in Memory of Theodore Bikel Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 24, 2015
The Broadway community mourns the loss of acclaimed performer Theodore Bikel, who passed away on July 21, 2015 at age 91. The marquees of Broadway theatres in New York will be dimmed in his memory tonight, July 24, 2015 at exactly 7:45pm for one minute.
Broadway to Dim Lights in Memory of Theodore Bikel Tomorrow
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 23, 2015
The Broadway community mourns the loss of acclaimed performer Theodore Bikel, who passed away on July 21, 2015 at age 91. The marquees of Broadway theatres in New York will be dimmed in his memory on Friday, July 24, 2015 at exactly 7:45pm for one minute.
SOUND OFF Special Edition: Top 10 Favorite Things About THE SOUND OF MUSIC
by Pat Cerasaro - Jul 22, 2015
Rodgers & Hammerstein's THE SOUND OF MUSIC is one of the most oft-produced and popular musicals of all time and this week has welcomed both spectacular news and saddening news regarding the past, present and future of the beloved family-friendly musical. Iconic original leading man Theodore Bikel passed away at the age of 91 earlier this week, forever closing the book on the first man to ever sing 'Edelweiss', one of the score's most beloved gems, not to mention portray Captain Von Trapp in the original Broadway production. Yet, on the horizon looms a brand new national tour of the tuner set to star a brand new discovery named Kerstin Anderson in the role of Maria Von Trapp alongside a fresh-faced cast including Ben Davis, Ashley Brown, Merwin Foard, Dan Tracy and more, all under the direction of Jack O'Brien. Considering the legendary legacy of the beloved title, now is an ideal time to list ten of my personal favorite things pertaining to the rich history of the musical on stages and screens both large and small.
From the Library of Congress Archives: Sister Gregory Duffy's Influence on THE SOUND OF MUSIC
by Nora Dominick - Jul 7, 2015
Some stories are best discovered after the fact. In the case of Sister Gregory of Rosary College, her story and hard work helped create one of the biggest musiclas of a generation, The Sound of Music. According to the Library of Congress, some letters were discovered that were written by Sister Gregory of Rosary College and included correspondances between Sister Gregory and the creators of the 1959 musical The Sound of Music.
STAGE TUBE: Trailer, Behind the Scenes, and Rehearsals With Alan Menken in THE APPRENTICESHIP OF DUDDY KRAVITZ
by Christina Mancuso - Jun 19, 2015
The Segal Centre will close its blockbuster 2014-2015 Theatre Season with The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz: The Musical, a world premiere musical adaptation of Mordecai Richler's novel and the feature film by the same name, from June 7-28, 2015. This new production boasts an original musical score by Alan Menken, the legendary Oscar and Tony winning composer of Beauty and the Beast and Aladdin, with book and lyrics by acclaimed lyricist-librettist David Spencerand direction by American theatre veteran Austin Pendleton. Presented with the generous support of RBC and Muse Entertainment. Check out highlights below!
THE APPRENTICESHIP OF DUDDY KRAVITZ: THE MUSICAL Extends at the Segal Centre
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 11, 2015
The Segal Centre is proud to announce that its world premiere production of The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz: The Musical, set to open today, June 11, will receive a one week extension to meet audience demand. Based on the classic Montreal coming of age novel by Mordecai Richler, with book and lyrics by David Spencer, music by Oscar-winning composer Alan Menken, and directed by Austin Pendleton, The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz: The Musical was officially scheduled to close on Sunday, June 28. It will now run an additional week through Sunday, July 5th. Tickets for these added performances are now on sale.