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The Music Man - 1988 New York History , Info & More

From a story by Meredith Willson and Franklin Lacey

You don't want to miss meeting the fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill (starring Marriott favorite Bernie Yvon), as he cons the people of River City, Iowa into buying instruments and uniforms for a boy's band he vows to organize - despite the fact he doesn't know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen. Come join the townspeople of River City in this wonderful slice of Americana as they perform such hummable tunes as "Seventy-Six Trombones," "Gary, Indiana," "Wells Fargo Wagon," "Ya Got Trouble" and "Till There Was You."

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Cast Set For American Ballet Theatre's 2026 Fall Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2026


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by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2026


Arts Ignite has announced the performers and presenters of their 20th Anniversary Gala event, entitled Illuminate, taking place next month. Learn more here.

EVITA Original Broadway Cast: Where Are They Now?
by Michael Gioia - Sep 19, 2026


'Evita' is making its way back to Broadway, but it’s been more than four decades since Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s Tony Award-winning musical first arrived in New York City. BroadwayWorld looks back at the original cast.

WAVES OF KOREAN CONTEMPORARY DANCE to Open at Korean Cultural Center
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2026


WHITE WAVE Young Soon Kim Dance Company, Andamiro Art Company, and choreographer Lee Dongha will present three contemporary works exploring Korean dance across generations and artistic perspectives.

Julie Christensen to Release DON'T YOU PUSH Single and Video
by Rachel Stone - Sep 9, 2026


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Review: PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Keeps Enchanting with Revitalized North American Tour
by Lucía Serrano - Sep 8, 2026


There is a reason The Phantom of the Opera became the longest-running show in Broadway history. And now, San Diegans have a chance to see why.

Kim Carnes to Release UNIVERSAL SONGS 10-CD Box Set
by Rachel Stone - Sep 2, 2026


The 10-disc collection compiles Kim Carnes' recordings for A&M, EMI America and MCA, featuring rare 12-inch dance mixes, bonus duets and a limited autographed print edition.

GEORGE MICHAEL: THE FAITH TOUR Live Album to Release Alongside Film
by Rachel Stone - Sep 2, 2026


George Michael Entertainment and Sony Music Entertainment announced an 18-track live album from the Faith Tour, recorded in Paris in 1988, arriving alongside a companion concert film in North American cinemas.

PLUTO TV to Add MEAN GIRLS, SMILE and Anime Titles This September
by Rachel Stone - Sep 1, 2026


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by Catherine Burford - Aug 22, 2026


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MINISTRY Releases New Single "We Hate" Ahead of Final Album, Adds Australia Dates
by Rachel Stone - Aug 21, 2026


MINISTRY has released the single and video for "We Hate" from its upcoming final album, HATE TO GO (TAKE OUT OR DELIVERY), and added Australia's Good Things Festival to its remaining tour schedule.

Japan Society to Present Film Series on Ryuichi Sakamoto's Music
by Rachel Stone - Aug 18, 2026


Japan Society will host a weekend film series highlighting rare films scored by composer, musician, and producer Ryuichi Sakamoto.

Review: CHOIR BOY at Actor's Express
by Joseph Harrison - Aug 11, 2026


Finding the courage to be yourself is rarely easy. Finding that courage in a place where tradition, expectation, and conformity are woven into the fabric of daily life can feel nearly impossible. That tension sits at the heart of CHOIR BOY, now on stage at Actor's Express. Tarell Alvin McCraney's powerful coming-of-age drama explores what it means to live authentically when doing so comes at a cost. Along the way, it examines friendship, faith, family, masculinity, and identity through characters who feel remarkably real. The result is a production that is both deeply specific in its portrayal of the Black male experience and universally relatable for anyone who has ever felt like they did not quite fit the traditional mold.

SFJAZZ September Lineup to Honor Ray Brown, Coltrane, Miles Davis Centennials
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2026


SFJAZZ will open its 2026-27 season with a September lineup marking centennials for Ray Brown, John Coltrane, and Miles Davis, featuring Christian McBride, Nduduzo Makhathini, and Paul Cornish.

THE CASTELLOWS Join Dan Seals for New ADDICTED Duet
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The Castellows recorded a new version of Addicted with the late Dan Seals, marking the final single ahead of a tribute album celebrating his music.

M. BUTTERFLY To Receive World Premiere Musical Adaptation in Seoul This Fall
by Joshua Wright - Jul 29, 2026


David Henry Hwang's Tony Award-winning play M. Butterfly is being adapted into a musical for the first time, with a Seoul production running September 22 through December 13 at Yes24 Stage Hall 1 in the Daehak-ro theatre district.

Ministry to Release Final Album and Launch Goodbye Tour After 45 Years
by Joshua Wright - Jul 24, 2026


Ministry and Al Jourgensen announced the band's final album, 'Hate To Go (Take Out Or Delivery),' on Cleopatra Records, along with a goodbye tour spanning Europe and the U.S.

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by Kat Mokrynski - Jun 30, 2026


Recently, we had the chance to speak with David Fynn, who plays the titular Beetlejuice, about taking on the iconic role of “The Ghost with the Most” on the West End. We discussed how he first got started in the world of theatre, what it has been like taking on the role and what he hopes audiences take away from the show.

A History of Pop Stars on Broadway
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jun 28, 2026


Much has been written about the proliferation of pop singer-songwriters writing new musicals for Broadway and off-Broadway. Less covered is the trend of pop singers performing on Broadway, which has made for a number of memorable appearances in current and recent seasons. 

Eric Carle Museum to Open Jerry Pinkney Retrospective Exhibition
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026


The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art will present 'Soul, Sound, and Voice: The Art of Jerry Pinkney,' a retrospective of over 75 works exploring music's influence on the late illustrator's career.

New York Festival of Song To Release New Album MY BROTHER'S KEEPER
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026


New York Festival of Song announced the release of MY BROTHER'S KEEPER on NYFOS Records, featuring six leading Black male vocalists co-produced by baritone Justin Austin and GRAMMY-nominated pianist Steven Blier.

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by R. Scott Reedy - May 6, 2026


In most, if not all, other mountings of “Hairspray: The Broadway Musical,” Tracy Turnblad is tucked under her bedcovers when audiences first see the young heroine, ready to show off her high-teased bouffant and let loose with the first notes of the rousing opener, “Good Morning, Baltimore.”

Boz Scaggs Brings Rhythm Review Tour to Ruth Eckerd Hall
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2026


Boz Scaggs will perform at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater on his Rhythm Review 2026 tour. The singer-songwriter, known for 'Silk Degrees' and hits like 'Lido Shuffle,' has tickets starting at $62.75.

A History of Musicals About Friendship
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 10, 2026


Friendship is nearly always a side element in musicals. From the comic sidekick of the leading character to the backup pals who provide background vocals, friends are part of the fabric of many shows—but rarely are they the main event. 

17 Facts You May Not Know About RENT as Jonathan Larson’s Musical Turns 30
by Michael Gioia - Apr 29, 2026


It’s been 30 years since Jonathan Larson’s rock opera Rent opened at the Nederlander Theatre on April 29, 1996, and arguably changed the theatrical landscape of Broadway.

The Music Man History

Other Productions of The Music Man

1957   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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1961   West End London Production
West End
1965   Regional Revival
1965   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1980   Broadway Broadway Revival
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2000   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2019   Washington, DC (Regional) Broadway Center Stage Revival
Washington, DC (Regional)
2022   Broadway Broadway Revival Production
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2026   US Tour
US Tour

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