The Sound of Music Revival 1981 - Articles Page 2.6

Opened: August 17, 1981
Closing: September 18, 1982

The Sound of Music - 1981 - West End History , Info & More

Apollo Victoria Theatre
(Victoria) 17 Wilton Road London

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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Feinstein's to Present Craig A. Meyer - REMEMBER WHEN ROCK WAS YOUNG �" THE ELTON JOHN EXPERIENCE on New Year's Eve
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 20, 2023


Ring in the New Year at Feinstein’s with the amazing Craig A. Meyer - REMEMBER WHEN ROCK WAS YOUNG – THE ELTON JOHN EXPERIENCE. Enjoy two great shows featuring Meyer's strong vocals and incredible talent.

BrightSide Theatre Presents CHESS In Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2023


BrightSide Theatre Presents CHESS In Concert, a professional theatre performance in Naperville's Historic Downtown District. Don't miss this captivating production of Chess in Concert.

BAM Sets 2024 Winter/Spring Season Featuring New Rock Opera From Taylor Mac & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2023


BAM ushers in 2024 by presenting a season that honors the power of artistic community. See program details and learn how to purchase tickets!

Photos: RED BUCKET FOLLIES Raises $4,553,203 For Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2023


An exultant and effervescent Red Bucket Follies returned after a four-year, pandemic-induced hiatus to celebrate six weeks of enthusiastic and dedicated fundraising. The star-studded variety show, performed December 4 and 5, 2023, honored 46 Broadway, Off-Broadway and national touring companies that participated in fall fundraising for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. See photos from the show below!

The Milt Hinton Institute For Studio Bass At NJPAC To Welcome Young Musicians For Summer Program At Montclair State University
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2023


The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) will host the Milt Hinton Institute for Studio Bass, an exceptional summer music education program for teens, in residence at Montclair State University, in July 2024. 

NJPAC to Host The Milt Hinton Institute for Studio Bass Summer Music Education Program for Teens
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2023


The Milt Hinton Summer Camp is all about that bass! Join us for a summer experience dedicated to the famous bass player, Milt Hinton. Learn from top-notch instructors and immerse yourself in the world of bass playing.

STYX And FOREIGNER, With Very Special Guest John Waite, Announce 'Renegades & Juke Box Heroes' Tour
by Michael Major - Dec 1, 2023


FOREIGNER and STYX are ready to rocket across North America starting June 11, 2024 in Grand Rapids, MI at the Van Andel Arena. Nothing sounds more like summer than collective feel-good anthems such as “Come Sail Away,” “Feels Like The First Time,” “Renegade,” “Juke Box Hero,” “Mr. Roboto,” and “I Want To Know What Love Is.”

Craig Wedren (Shudder To Think, 'Yellowjackets') Shares New Single 'Play Innocent'
by Michael Major - Nov 29, 2023


The Shudder to Think frontman and prolific film & television composer – with credits ranging from School of Rock, Wet Hot American Summer and Laurel Canyon to Showtime's recent hit YELLOWJACKETS – shares the album's the latest track, “Play Innocent,” along with the roller skating-filled video.

The Wooster Group to Present the Premiere of GET YOUR ASS IN THE WATER AND SWIM LIKE ME at The Performing Garage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 27, 2023


The Wooster Group will present the premiere of Get Your Ass in the Water and Swim Like Me, an original work for theater that explores a distinctive genre of Black American storytelling called Toasts.

Broadway Legend Jennifer Holliday Performs With New West Symphony December 2 & 3
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2023


New West Symphony presents a holiday extravaganza featuring Broadway legend Jennifer Holliday in a rare west coast appearance.

O Positive and 3 Colors Reunite For 'With A Little Help From My Friends - A Benefit Concert For A Friend In Need'
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2023


O Positive and Three Colors, two of the premier bands that helped make the Boston music scene legendary in the 1980s, are reuniting at the Paradise Rock Club on Friday, January 19 (doors open at 7pm, show at 8pm) for WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM MY FRIENDS-A Benefit Concert For A Friend In Need. 

Album Review: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Announces And Releases Cast Album In Same Night
by Erin Samms - Nov 15, 2023


In a matter of hours the album was announced and released, and Sondheim fans can breathe a sigh of relief.

First Two Titles Announced for Royal Albert Hall's 2024 Films in Concert
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Nov 15, 2023


Two titles have been announced for the Royal Albert Hall’s Films in Concert series in 2024 – Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark™ Live in Concert, and the world premiere of Top Gun: Maverick in Concert. 

Way Off Broadway to Hold Auditions For DIANA - THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2023


Way Off Broadway announces auditions for its regional theatre premiere production of Diana - The Musical. Auditions will be held on December 11th. The show tells the story of Princess Diana and her impact on England.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC Global Tour to Launch Second Season in Shanghai, China
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 9, 2023


THE SOUND OF MUSIC Global Tour - Second Season Launches in Shanghai, China. Broadway International Group and Broadway Asia are launching a second season of the international tour of Rodgers & Hammerstein's THE SOUND OF MUSIC.

Cast and Creative Team Set for Holiday Production of AS YOU LIKE IT at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 9, 2023


Shakespeare Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creative team for the holiday production of As You Like It, playing in STC's Harman Hall DEC 2 – 31.

THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY Reveals 2024 North American Tour Dates
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2023


The Simon & Garfunkel Story has revealed 2024 North American tour dates. Tickets on sale now. Authentic and exciting, a real treat.

Sydney Festival Launches 2024 Program
by Stephi Wild - Oct 26, 2023


The mainstay of Sydney’s high summer season, Sydney Festival, sails back this January with a first class line-up of World Premieres, extraordinary immersive experiences, cutting-edge public art, Australian exclusives, free events, trailblazing First Nations programming and an epic live music offering. 

Glimmerglass Film Days to Present 25 Films, Talks, Food & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2023


Experience the magic of Glimmerglass Film Days in Cooperstown NY from November 9-13. Immerse yourself in 25 feature films, filmmaker talks, food and film pairings, an art exhibit, and more. Discover the theme 'Messengers' and be inspired by stories of change and creating a better world.

The Retaliators Releases Acoustic Version of Theme Song
by Michael Major - Oct 20, 2023


Horror thriller 'The Retaliators' releases an acoustic version of its theme song featuring Asking Alexandria, Ice Nine Kills, and From Ashes to New. The acoustic version of the film's theme song, “The Retaliators Theme Song (21 Bullets)” which was written by Nikki Sixx and features ASKING ALEXANDRIA, ICE NINE KILLS and FROM ASHES TO NEW.

Incognito Release 19th Studio Album 'Into You'
by Michael Major - Oct 20, 2023


Jean-Paul ‘Bluey' Maunick, the driving force of Incognito, aspired for Into You to bring the band into a new space, keeping the band's music relevant and forward-looking, taking inspiration from the likes of Silk Sonic – finding the balance between tapping into classic funk, soul and jazz, but doing so without losing their own identity. 

San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus To Celebrate The Historic GrAnd Opening Of The Pansy L. Chan And Terrence D. Chan National Queer Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 19, 2023


Following a three-year, $15 million capital campaign, San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus (SFGMC) Chief Executive Officer Chris Verdugo and Artistic Director Jacob Stensberg today announced the grand opening of their new home, The Pansy L. Chan and Terrence D. Chan National Queer Arts Center (The Chan).

THE ADDAMS FAMILY Extended at Wheelock Family Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 19, 2023


The Addams Family has been extended at Wheelock Family Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets!

ABBA Celebrates the 40th Anniversary of 'The Visitors'
by Michael Major - Oct 18, 2023


On March 16, 1981, Björn, Benny and their four trusted backing musicians – Lasse Wellander (guitar), Rutger Gunnarsson (bass), Ola Brunkert (drums), and Åke Sundqvist (percussion) -– entered Polar Music Studios together with engineer Michael B. Tretow to start work on the first batch of backing tracks for ABBA’s eighth studio album.

The Alexander String Quartet to Release Third Volume of Mozart Chamber Music Recordings
by Michael Major - Oct 17, 2023


The Alexander String Quartet continues its series of Mozart's chamber music with Volume Three, featuring the String Quintets with the ASQ's violist emeritus Paul Yarbrough. This installment follows the 2018 and 2019 releases of the late string quartets and piano quartets (with Joyce Yang).

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 - 1981 West End Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1981 Olivier Awards Actress of the Year in a Musical Petula Clark

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