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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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Westport Country Playhouse Closes THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK 10/30
by BWW News Desk - Oct 30, 2010


Westport Country Playhouse will stage the newly revised adaptation of the timeless classic, 'The Diary of Anne Frank,' helmed by award-winning director Gerald Freedman, September 28 through October 30, as part of its 80th Anniversary Season.

The Cabrillo Music Theatre Presents CINDERELLA, HAPPY DAYS et al. in '10-'11 Season
by BWW News Desk - Oct 22, 2010


Cabrillo Music Theatre has announced their upcoming shows in the 2010 - 2011 season. Cabrillo Music Theatre is an Ovation Award Winner and the Resident Musical Production Company at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, the largest theatre between Los Angeles and San Francisco. For over three decades, Cabrillo has enriched life in Southern California, providing extraordinary performing arts through live musical theatre. Cabrillo is a volunteer based non-profit theatre company presenting award-winning musicals with full, live orchestras, lavish sets and costumes, and premier talent. Cabrillo Music Theatre's mission is to introduce the musical theatre experience to socially, culturally, economically diverse, and underserved populations of Southern California. Cabrillo's 2009-2010 Season anticipates reaching more than 100,000 people through our main stage, off-stage, and special productions, as well as our award-winning OUTREACH programs. Since 2005, Cabrillo's OUTREACH programs have included over 27,000 underserved, Title I children, in-need seniors, and active military troops, all free of charge.

Westport Country Playhouse Presents THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK 9/28-10/30
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2010


Westport Country Playhouse will stage the newly revised adaptation of the timeless classic, 'The Diary of Anne Frank,' helmed by award-winning director Gerald Freedman, September 28 through October 30, as part of its 80th Anniversary Season.

Westport Country Playhouse Presents THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK 9/28-10/30
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2010


Westport Country Playhouse will stage the newly revised adaptation of the timeless classic, 'The Diary of Anne Frank,' helmed by award-winning director Gerald Freedman, September 28 through October 30, as part of its 80th Anniversary Season.

Peterman Hosts 'Sond of Music Sing-A-Long,' 9/25
by BWW News Desk - Sep 25, 2010


The perennially popular 'Sing-A-Long Sound of Music' returns to the Hollywood Bowl for the ninth time on Saturday, September 25, 2010, at 7:30 pm. The evening, which traditionally sells-out year after year, also features the signature costume parade hosted by actress-comedienne Melissa Peterman at 6:00 pm.

Westport Country Playhouse Presents THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK 9/28-10/30
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 21, 2010


Westport Country Playhouse will stage the newly revised adaptation of the timeless classic, 'The Diary of Anne Frank,' helmed by award-winning director Gerald Freedman, September 28 through October 30, as part of its 80th Anniversary Season.

BWW Reviews: Casa Manana's THE SOUND OF MUSIC
by Joseph Melnicoff - Sep 16, 2010


Casa Manana presents a simply splendid production of Rodger and Hammerstein's classic musical, The Sound of Music.

Peterman Hosts 'Sond of Music Sing-A-Long,' 9/25
by Molly Hagan - Sep 10, 2010


The perennially popular 'Sing-A-Long Sound of Music' returns to the Hollywood Bowl for the ninth time on Saturday, September 25, 2010, at 7:30 pm. The evening, which traditionally sells-out year after year, also features the signature costume parade hosted by actress-comedienne Melissa Peterman at 6:00 pm.

Westport Country Playhouse Presents THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK 9/28-10/30
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 1, 2010


Westport Country Playhouse will stage the newly revised adaptation of the timeless classic, 'The Diary of Anne Frank,' helmed by award-winning director Gerald Freedman, September 28 through October 30, as part of its 80th Anniversary Season.

Bermudez, Diaz, Lequerica Set For THE CAPEMAN at the Delacorte Theater 8/14-16
by BWW News Desk - Aug 16, 2010


The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis, Executive Director Andrew D. Hamingson) announced initial casting today for the concert version of Paul Simon's THE CAPEMAN, running August 14-16 at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park.

Public's CAPEMAN Concert Opens at the Delacorte, 8/14
by BWW News Desk - Aug 14, 2010


The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis, Executive Director Andrew D. Hamingson) announced complete casting today for the concert version of Paul Simon's THE CAPEMAN, running August 14-16 at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park. Ivan Hernandez completes the cast as Salvador Agrón. All performances for the three night concert version of THE CAPEMAN will be at 8 p.m. Free tickets will be distributed the day of the show.

Cabrillo Music Theatre Announces 2010-2011 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 10, 2010


Carole W. Nussbaum, Cabrillo Music Theatre President and Chief Executive Officer, proudly announces CABRILLO MUSIC THEATRE'S 2010-2011 SEASON.

Hernandez Completes Cast for Public's CAPEMAN Concert at the Delacorte
by Jessica Lewis - Aug 2, 2010


The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis, Executive Director Andrew D. Hamingson) announced complete casting today for the concert version of Paul Simon's THE CAPEMAN, running August 14-16 at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park. Ivan Hernandez completes the cast as Salvador Agrón. All performances for the three night concert version of THE CAPEMAN will be at 8 p.m. Free tickets will be distributed the day of the show.

The Cabrillo Music Theatre Presents CINDERELLA, HAPPY DAYS et al. in '10-'11 Season
by Jonathan Nisman - Jul 28, 2010


Cabrillo Music Theatre has announced their upcoming shows in the 2010 - 2011 season. Cabrillo Music Theatre is an Ovation Award Winner and the Resident Musical Production Company at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, the largest theatre between Los Angeles and San Francisco. For over three decades, Cabrillo has enriched life in Southern California, providing extraordinary performing arts through live musical theatre. Cabrillo is a volunteer based non-profit theatre company presenting award-winning musicals with full, live orchestras, lavish sets and costumes, and premier talent. Cabrillo Music Theatre's mission is to introduce the musical theatre experience to socially, culturally, economically diverse, and underserved populations of Southern California. Cabrillo's 2009-2010 Season anticipates reaching more than 100,000 people through our main stage, off-stage, and special productions, as well as our award-winning OUTREACH programs. Since 2005, Cabrillo's OUTREACH programs have included over 27,000 underserved, Title I children, in-need seniors, and active military troops, all free of charge.

Ogunquit Playhouse Closes THE SOUND OF MUSIC 7/24
by BWW News Desk - Jul 24, 2010


The Sound of Music, the perennial favorite about a problem named Maria, graces the Ogunquit stage from June 30 through July 24.

Cast Announced for THE CAPEMAN Concerts
by Robert Diamond - Jul 22, 2010


The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis, Executive Director Andrew D. Hamingson) announced initial casting today for the concert version of Paul Simon's THE CAPEMAN, running August 14-16 at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park. All performances for the three night concert version of THE CAPEMAN will be at 8 p.m. Free tickets will be distributed the day of the show.

Ogunquit Playhouse Presents THE SOUND OF MUSIC 6/30-7/24, Smith, Bennett To Star
by BWW News Desk - Jun 30, 2010


The Sound of Music, the perennial favorite about a problem named Maria, graces the Ogunquit stage from June 30 through July 24.

Rex Smith to Star in The Sound of Music at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Robert Diamond - Jun 22, 2010


The Sound of Music, the perennial favorite about a problem named Maria, graces the Ogunquit stage from June 30 through July 24. This final collaboration between Rodgers and Hammerstein stars the multi-talented veteran of stage and screen, Rex Smith as Capt. von Trapp. Smith started his career as a 'teen idol' heartthrob with the platinum album hit 'You Take My Breath Away,' then made his stage debut on Broadway at the height of his popularity as Danny Zuko in the original production of Grease. He captivated both critics and audiences and received the Theater World Award for his memorable portrayal of Frederic in The Pirates of Penzance on Broadway. Other starring roles on Broadway include Grand Hotel, Sunset Boulevard, The Scarlet Pimpernel, Annie Get Your Gun and Kiss Me Kate as well as many television and film roles.

Ogunquit Playhouse Presents THE SOUND OF MUSIC 6/30-7/24, Smith, Bennett To Star
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 22, 2010


The Sound of Music, the perennial favorite about a problem named Maria, graces the Ogunquit stage from June 30 through July 24.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC Ends Run At The Princess of Wales Theatre January 10
by BWW News Desk - Jan 10, 2010


The enormously popular production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC cannot seem to satisfy audience demand.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC Extended At The Princess of Wales Theatre Thru January 10; All Seats $30 & $50
by BWW News Desk - Jan 4, 2010


The enormously popular production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC cannot seem to satisfy audience demand. The record-breaking run was scheduled to end on January 3, 2010 after 15 sensational months. But audiences want more, so producers Andrew Lloyd Webber, David Ian and David Mirvish have had to give in and quickly organize one more week of the classic musical. THE SOUND OF MUSIC will enjoy eight more performances, now ending on January 10, 2010.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC Extended At The Princess of Wales Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 23, 2009


The enormously popular production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC cannot seem to satisfy audience demand.

First Staging of THE SOUND OF MUSIC in France Now Playing
by Jeff Dennhardt - Dec 9, 2009


The first ever staging of the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic THE SOUND OF MUSIC is currently playing at the La Mélodie du Bonheur in Paris, France. This follows the recent trend of French theatres as they continue their attempt to rival the West End in the theatre scene.

Burke Replaces 'Burke' as Captain Von Trapp in Toronto's THE SOUND OF MUSIC, 12/8
by BWW News Desk - Dec 8, 2009


Producers Andrew Lloyd Webber, David Ian and David Mirvish have welcomed Simon Burke to their Toronto production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC. Burke, a versatile star of stage and screen originally from Australia but with a large body of work in the U.K., will take over the role of Captain von Trapp, having played the role in the West End London production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC, opposite the 'Marias' of Connie Fisher and Summer Strallen.

Burke Replaces 'Burke' as Captain Von Trapp in Toronto's THE SOUND OF MUSIC, 12/8
by Jessica Lewis - Nov 19, 2009


Producers Andrew Lloyd Webber, David Ian and David Mirvish have welcomed Simon Burke to their Toronto production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC. Burke, a versatile star of stage and screen originally from Australia but with a large body of work in the U.K., will take over the role of Captain von Trapp, having played the role in the West End London production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC, opposite the 'Marias' of Connie Fisher and Summer Strallen.

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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