The Sound of Music Revival 1998 - Articles Page 25

Opened: March 12, 1998
Closing: June 20, 1999

The Sound of Music - 1998 - Broadway History , Info & More

Martin Beck 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 - 1998 - Broadway Articles Page 25

Kennedy Center presents The Cripple of Inishmaan in the Eisenhower Theater
by BWW News Desk - Feb 11, 2011


The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts presents DRUID and Atlantic Theater Company's production of The Cripple of Inishmaan running February 8 to 12 in the Kennedy Center Eisenhower Theater.

The Workshop Theater Co Presents KINGS: THE SIEGE OF TROY
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 10, 2011


'KINGS: THE SIEGE OF TROY'- Three theaters team up to present new stage version of 'The Iliad of Homer, Books I & II' as adapted by famed English poet Christopher Logue. Production is adapted for the stage and directed by Jim Milton.

Kennedy Center presents The Cripple of Inishmaan in the Eisenhower Theater
by BWW News Desk - Feb 8, 2011


The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts presents DRUID and Atlantic Theater Company's production of The Cripple of Inishmaan running February 8 to 12 in the Kennedy Center Eisenhower Theater.

Kennedy Center presents The Cripple of Inishmaan in the Eisenhower Theater
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 14, 2011


The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts presents DRUID and Atlantic Theater Company's production of The Cripple of Inishmaan running February 8 to 12 in the Kennedy Center Eisenhower Theater.

SOUND OFF Special Interview: Tom Kitt Talks NEXT TO NORMAL (Stage and Screen), BRING IT ON & More
by Robert Diamond - Jan 7, 2011


Today we are talking to the composer of the Pulitzer Prize-winning rock musical NEXT TO NORMAL, Tom Kitt, about his influences - from Sondheim to Schwartz to Finn to Elton John to some of his own contemporaries - and working with Green Day on AMERICAN IDIOT and his own eponymous band, to the creation of a Broadway phenomenon by tracing the path of the show from FEELING ELECTRIC to NEXT TO NORMAL - plus, the many exciting projects that he has coming up this year and beyond, including a thorough discussion of his upcoming collaboration with Lin-Manuel Miranda, Amanda Green and Jeff Whitty on BRING IT ON: THE MUSICAL and the very first news of a new, original Kitt/Yorkey musical on the horizon - and much, much more.

PTC Closes THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE 12/12
by BWW News Desk - Dec 12, 2010


Philadelphia Theatre Company spells F-U-N when it opens its 35th Anniversary mainstage season with the multiple Tony Award winner The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee with music and lyrics by William Finn, book by Rachel Sheinkin, and conceived by Rebecca Feldman, running November 12-December 12 at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre (Broad and Lombard Streets).

PTC Hosts THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE 11/12-12/12
by BWW News Desk - Nov 12, 2010


Philadelphia Theatre Company spells F-U-N when it opens its 35th Anniversary mainstage season with the multiple Tony Award winner The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee with music and lyrics by William Finn, book by Rachel Sheinkin, and conceived by Rebecca Feldman, running November 12-December 12 at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre (Broad and Lombard Streets).

PTC Hosts THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE 11/12-12/12
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 19, 2010


Philadelphia Theatre Company spells F-U-N when it opens its 35th Anniversary mainstage season with the multiple Tony Award winner The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee with music and lyrics by William Finn, book by Rachel Sheinkin, and conceived by Rebecca Feldman, running November 12-December 12 at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre (Broad and Lombard Streets).

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.

Joe's Pub Announces The Secret Sisters And More
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 24, 2010


Joe's Pub at The Public Theater debuted in October 1998 and has quickly became one of New York City's most celebrated and in-demand showcase venues for live music and performance. With its genre-blind booking and vast diversity of interests, the stage at Joe's Pub gives voice to a world of varied and stellar artists.

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.

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.

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.

Cabrillo Music Theatre's CINDERELLA Runs 7/23-8/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 19, 2010


A pumpkin turns into a carriage, mice become horses, and a young girl becomes a beautiful princess when Cabrillo Music Theatre's production of CINDERELLA weaves a spell on audiences at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza.

Camp Broadway Presents Three Camps at North Shore Music Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jul 19, 2010


Camp Broadway®, Broadway's Original Summer Camp, is presenting three five-day musical theatre camps for children ages 6-9, 10-13 and 14-17 at the North Shore Music Theatre in Beverly, Massachusetts during July and August 2010. New facility owner and producer, Bill Hanney invited Camp Broadway® to offer its acclaimed program at the theatre this summer as the first step in his long-range commitment to restore quality theatre arts programming for young audiences. Registration begins July 19 for more information and to register visit www.CampBroadway.com/NorthShore.

Penn Shakes. Fest Closes THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD, 7/3
by BWW News Desk - Jul 3, 2010


The Irish play that led to riots in the streets of Dublin when it debuted 103 years ago and became a comic masterpiece, The Playboy of the Western World, opens the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival's 19th season. With previews June 16 and 17, the play opens June 18 in the Schubert Theatre and continues through July 3.

Penn Shakes. Fest Opens Season With THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD 6/16
by BWW News Desk - Jun 16, 2010


The Irish play that led to riots in the streets of Dublin when it debuted 103 years ago and became a comic masterpiece, The Playboy of the Western World, opens the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival's 19th season. With previews June 16 and 17, the play opens June 18 in the Schubert Theatre and continues through July 3.

Broadway: The American Musical Returns In Updated Paperback Edition
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 7, 2010


A companion to the Emmy-winning PBS documentary series, Broadway: The American Musical presents the definitive history of the musical, from its roots at the turn of the 20th century through the smashing successes of the new millennium.

OLIVER! Opens At The Benedum Starring Mark Indelicato 6/1-6
by BWW News Desk - Jun 6, 2010


Revisit one of the most-acclaimed musical productions of all time when Pittsburgh CLO kicks off the 64th Summer Season with its production of Oliver!, June 1-6 at the Benedum Center in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh's Cultural District.

Cabrillo Music Theatre's CINDERELLA Runs 7/23-8/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 3, 2010


A pumpkin turns into a carriage, mice become horses, and a young girl becomes a beautiful princess when Cabrillo Music Theatre's production of CINDERELLA weaves a spell on audiences at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza.

OLIVER! Opens At The Benedum Starring Mark Indelicato 6/1-6
by BWW News Desk - Jun 1, 2010


Revisit one of the most-acclaimed musical productions of all time when Pittsburgh CLO kicks off the 64th Summer Season with its production of Oliver!, June 1-6 at the Benedum Center in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh's Cultural District.

Camp Broadway Presents Three Camps at North Shore Music Theatre
by Elisabeth Nebeker - May 28, 2010


Camp Broadway®, Broadway's Original Summer Camp, is presenting three five-day musical theatre camps for children ages 6-9, 10-13 and 14-17 at the North Shore Music Theatre in Beverly, Massachusetts during July and August 2010. New facility owner and producer, Bill Hanney invited Camp Broadway® to offer its acclaimed program at the theatre this summer as the first step in his long-range commitment to restore quality theatre arts programming for young audiences. Registration begins July 19 for more information and to register visit www.CampBroadway.com/NorthShore.

Peter Nero & Philly Pops Present Winding Around the ’60s and ’70s 5/12-16
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2010


From Broadway to Hollywood. On stage and on screen. There is no other voice like the phenomenal Maureen McGovern. With a voice that is a beacon for American song, Ms. McGovern returns to join Peter Nero and the Philly Pops to wind her way around the songs of the 1960s and 1970s.

Peter Nero & Philly Pops Present Winding Around the ’60s and ’70s 5/12-16
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2010


From Broadway to Hollywood. On stage and on screen. There is no other voice like the phenomenal Maureen McGovern. With a voice that is a beacon for American song, Ms. McGovern returns to join Peter Nero and the Philly Pops to wind her way around the songs of the 1960s and 1970s.

The Sound of Music FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in The Sound of Music and what's the order?
The Abbey Bells
Mono Chant
Morning Hymn
Angelus Bells
Alleluia
Nature Music
The Sound of Music
Maria
My Favorite Things
Do-Re-Mi
You Are Sixteen
The Lonely Goatherd
How Can Love Survive?
Grand Waltz
Laendler
So Long, Farewell
Climb Every Mountain
No Way to Stop It
Ordinary Couple
Gaudeamus Omnes in Domino Diem Festum Celebrantes
Processional
Confitemini Domino
A Bell Is No Bell
Edelweiss
I Have Confidence in Me
Something Good

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 - 1998 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1998 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Bruce Coughlin
1998 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Bruce Coughlin
1998 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Actress - Musical Rebecca Luker
1998 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Featured Actress - Musical Jan Maxwell
1998 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Set Design Heidi Ettinger
1998 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Hallmark
1998 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Thomas Viertel
1998 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Steven Baruch
1998 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Richard Frankel
1998 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Jujamcyn Theaters
1998 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical The Rodgers and Hammerstein Organization
1998 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Charles Kelman Productions
1998 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Simone Genatt Haft
1998 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Marc Routh
1998 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Jay Binder
1998 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Robert Halmi Jr.

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