The Sound of Music 1959 - Articles Page 23

Opened: November 16, 1959

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

Mark Hellinger Theatre
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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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THE SOUND OF MUSIC Celebrates One Year in Toronto With Free Lunch Time Concert At Nathan Phillips Square 10/2
by BWW News Desk - Oct 2, 2009


Andrew Lloyd Webber, David Ian and David Mirvish's lavish, Dora Award-winning production of the timeless classic THE SOUND OF MUSIC will enjoy its 1st Anniversary - a full year on stage at the Princess of Wales Theatre - this Friday, October 2.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC Celebrates One Year in Toronto With Free Lunch Time Concert At Nathan Phillips Square 10/2
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 30, 2009


Andrew Lloyd Webber, David Ian and David Mirvish's lavish, Dora Award-winning production of the timeless classic THE SOUND OF MUSIC will enjoy its 1st Anniversary - a full year on stage at the Princess of Wales Theatre - this Friday, October 2.

Melissa Peterman Hosts Sing-A-Long Sound of Music at Hollywood Bowl September 26
by BWW News Desk - Sep 25, 2009


The Hollywood Bowl transforms into the world's largest movie theater when the perennially popular Sing-A-Long Sound of Music returns for the eighth time on Saturday, September 26, 2009, at 7:30 p.m., with the event's signature costume parade hosted by actress-comedienne Melissa Peterman at 6 p.m.

Melissa Peterman Hosts Sing-A-Long Sound of Music at Hollywood Bowl September 26
by Robert Diamond - Sep 8, 2009


The Hollywood Bowl transforms into the world's largest movie theater when the perennially popular Sing-A-Long Sound of Music returns for the eighth time on Saturday, September 26, 2009, at 7:30 p.m., with the event's signature costume parade hosted by actress-comedienne Melissa Peterman at 6 p.m.

THE AFTER PARTY Welcomes WICKED's Chelsea Krombach & More 8/14
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 14, 2009


Friday August 14th THE AFTER PARTY is thrilled to welcome Wicked's CHELSEA KROMBACH

'The Diary of Anne Frank 50th Anniversary Edition' Released on Blu-ray and DVD 6/16
by BWW News Desk - Jun 16, 2009


Few stories have captured a significant historical experience and continue to make an impact to this day than The Diary of Anne Frank. On June 16, 2009, four days after what would have been Anne Frank's 80th birthday, Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment will release a 50th Anniversary Edition on Blu-ray (BD) and DVD of the cinematic classic based on the young Jewish girl's experience during the Holocaust.

James M. Keller To Curate And Host MUSIC IN THE TIME OF WAR An Insights Series Event 6/2
by BWW News Desk - Jun 2, 2009


New York Philharmonic Program Annotator and Leonard Bernstein Scholar-in-Residence James M. Keller will curate and host ?Music in Time of War,? a multimedia Insight Series event, Tuesday, June 2, 2009, at 6:30 p.m., in the Stanley H. Kaplan Penthouse, Rose Building, 65th Street and Amsterdam Avenue. The lecture will include musical examples that trace the relationship between composers and war over the centuries, and archival footage of Leonard Bernstein and the New York Philharmonic?s 1959 tour to the Soviet Union.

Praed Joins Fisher In New THE SOUND OF MUSIC UK Tour
by Charlie Piane - May 1, 2009


Michael Praed will star as 'Captain Von Trapp' alongside Connie Fisher as 'Maria' in the National UK tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber, David Ian and The Really Useful Group's smash hit production of the legendary Rodgers and Hammerstein musical 'THE SOUND OF MUSIC' opening at the Wales Millennium Centre, Cardiff on 26 July 2009, where it will play until 29 August 2009 (Box Office: 08700 40 2000). Full tour details at www.thesoundofmusictour.com.

James M. Keller To Curate And Host MUSIC IN THE TIME OF WAR An Insights Series Event 6/2
by Reynard Loki - Apr 29, 2009


New York Philharmonic Program Annotator and Leonard Bernstein Scholar-in-Residence James M. Keller will curate and host ?Music in Time of War,? a multimedia Insight Series event, Tuesday, June 2, 2009, at 6:30 p.m., in the Stanley H. Kaplan Penthouse, Rose Building, 65th Street and Amsterdam Avenue. The lecture will include musical examples that trace the relationship between composers and war over the centuries, and archival footage of Leonard Bernstein and the New York Philharmonic?s 1959 tour to the Soviet Union.

STAGE TUBE: THE SOUND OF MUSIC 's 'Do Re Mi' Performed at Central Station Antwerp
by Eddie Varley - Apr 13, 2009


More than 200 dancers performed a specially directed version of 'Do Re Mi', in the Central Station of Antwerp. It is reported that there were only two rehearsals for this wonderful stunt

'The Diary of Anne Frank 50th Anniversary Edition' Released on Blu-ray and DVD 6/16
by Eddie Varley - Apr 6, 2009


Few stories have captured a significant historical experience and continue to make an impact to this day than The Diary of Anne Frank. On June 16, 2009, four days after what would have been Anne Frank's 80th birthday, Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment will release a 50th Anniversary Edition on Blu-ray (BD) and DVD of the cinematic classic based on the young Jewish girl's experience during the Holocaust.

See the Sound of Music in Toronto and get a Great Dinner and Accomodation Package!
by Kelly Cameron - Mar 21, 2009


The Canadian Smash Hit the Sound of Music is now offering fantastic dinner and overnight accomodation packages for those wanting to see this excellent production!

Ross, DeSare & More Bring 'American Songbook' to Pizza in the Park 3/3
by Eddie Varley - Mar 3, 2009


Jeff Harnar's American Songbook in London at Pizza On The Park will be permanently reopens on March 3. Upcoming artists and performers include Jeff Harnar, Liliane Montevecchi, Steve Ross, Tony DeSare, KT Sullivan, Paula West, Maureen McGovern, Andrea Marcovicci, and Maude Maggart. On the website Jeff Harnar states: IT IS WITH GREAT excitement we announce that my American Songbook in London has taken a residency at Pizza on the Park. That much beloved music room on Hyde Park Corner will officially re-open on 3 March, 2009 with entertainment nightly, 7 nights a week, and with it, our vision to make it The Supperclub of London.

'THE SOUND OF MUSIC' Sings Final Song 2/21/09
by BWW News Desk - Feb 21, 2009


'THE SOUND OF MUSIC' has announced it will be closing on February 21, 2009. The Andrew Lloyd Webber production will be on national tour with Connie Fisher playing the role of Maria. She was the original casting for this role.

Northrop at the University of Minnesota Announces Second Half of Season
by Robert Diamond - Feb 13, 2009


Northrop at the University of Minnesota continues is 08|09 season with strong performances providing the Twin Cities a global experience from four prominent international choreographers and jazz leaders revisiting the work of renowned legends such as John Coltrane and Thelonius Monk.

'THE SOUND OF MUSIC' Annouces Closing Date Of 2/21/09
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 4, 2008


'THE SOUND OF MUSIC' has announced it will be closing on February 21, 2009. The Andrew Lloyd Webber production will be on national tour with Connie Fisher playing the role of Maria. She was the original casting for this role.

59E59 Theaters Launches Cabaret with THE 1959 BROADWAY SONGBOOK
by Robert Diamond - Nov 6, 2008


59E59 Theaters (Elysabeth Kleinhans, Artistic Director; Peter Tear, Executive Producer) welcomes Jeff Harnar with critically acclaimed cabaret show THE 1959 BROADWAY SONGBOOK.

Review: 'The Sound of Music'
by Mark Andrew Lawrence - Oct 24, 2008


A fine cast, brisk direction and some spectacular production values overcome the deficiencies in the original 1959 script to make this a moving and enjoyable production. * * * * 1/2 (out of 5)

Simon MacCorkindale Is West End's New Captain Von Trapp
by BWW News Desk - Aug 25, 2008


Simon MacCorkindale will star as 'Captain Von Trapp' opposite Summer Strallen playing 'Maria' in the smash hit West End musical 'THE SOUND OF MUSIC' at the London Palladium from Monday 25 August.

Simon MacCorkindale Is West End's New Captain Von Trapp
by Faetra Petillo - Jul 29, 2008


Simon MacCorkindale will star as 'Captain Von Trapp' opposite Summer Strallen playing 'Maria' in the smash hit West End musical 'THE SOUND OF MUSIC' at the London Palladium from Monday 25 August.

Mirvish Season incl. 'Sound of Music, 'Spring Awakening, 'A Chorus Line'
by BWW News Desk - Feb 5, 2008


David Mirvish is delighted to present a total of eight shows in the new 2008/2009 Mirvish Theatre Season. Six of the shows - five acclaimed musicals and one classic drama - will be available in a subscripton package. Two bonus shows, both musicals, round out the season.

'Sound of Music' Premieres in Toronto 08; TV Casts Maria
by BWW News Desk - Sep 25, 2007


Andrew Lloyd Webber and David Ian's smash-hit new London production of The Sound of Music will make its North American premiere beginning September 2008 at The Princess of Wales Theatre in Toronto. Role of 'Maria' to be cast by Canadian TV public audiences.

Simon Burke to Join Fisher in London 'The Sound of Music'
by BWW News Desk - Aug 15, 2007


Simon Burke will star as 'Captain Von Trapp' in The Sound of Music at the London Palladium from 24 September, joining Connie Fisher, who stars as 'Maria' for six performances a week, with Aoife Mulholland playing the role on Monday evenings and Wednesday matinees

TV On The Spot Video Exclusive: B'way By The Year (1959)
by Craig Brockman - May 3, 2007


Broadway By The Year, an extremely popular series of concerts held at The Town Hall, tackled the year 1959 on April 30th. BroadwayWorld.com was there to capture all the fun as several Broadway performers took to the stage to sing songs from The Sound of Music, Gypsy, Fiorello!, Take Me Along, Once Upon a Mattress and more! We are pleased to bring you where no cameras have ever been allowed before in this Video Exclusive!

Photo Coverage: The Broadway Musicals of 1959
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 2, 2007


A cast of Broadway stars performed in Broadway by the Year: The Broadway Musicals of 1959, presented by The Town Hall, on Monday April 30 at 8 PM.

The Sound of Music FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Sound of Music have there been?
The Sound of Music has had 18 productions including Broadway which opened in 1959, Broadway which opened in 1959, US Tour which opened in 1961, West End which opened in 1961, Australia which opened in 1961, US Tour which opened in 1962, US Tour which opened in 1963, Regional (US) which opened in 1964, Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 1979, Off-Off-Broadway which opened in 1979, West End which opened in 1981, Off-Broadway which opened in 1990, Broadway which opened in 1998, Broadway which opened in 1998, Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 2003, West End which opened in 2006, Motion Picture which opened in 2013 and US Tour which opened in 2015.
What Tony Awards has The Sound of Music been nominated for?
Best Musical , , Best Conductor and Musical Director for Frederick DvonchBest Direction of a Musical for Vincent J. Donehue and Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Oliver Smith.
What Tony Awards has The Sound of Music won?
Best Musical, Best Conductor and Musical Director for Frederick Dvonch, Best Direction of a Musical for Vincent J. Donehue, Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Oliver Smith, .
What awards has The Sound of Music been nominated for?
The Sound of Music has been nominated for the Performance category at the Theatre World Awards for Lauri Peters.
What awards has The Sound of Music won?
The Sound of Music has won several awards, including a Performance award for Lauri Peters at the Theatre World Awards.

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