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The Sound of Music Revival (1979 Off-Off-Broadway)

Opened: September 20, 1979
Closing: unknown

The Sound of Music - 1979 Off-Off-Broadway History , Info & More

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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BOOKS ABOUT The Sound of Music

THE CRAMPS' Lost Album GRAVEST GRAVY Released on Vengeance Records
by Rachel Stone - Aug 21, 2026


GRAVEST GRAVY, a previously unreleased 1977 album by THE CRAMPS produced by Alex Chilton, has been released by The Cramps Inc. on Vengeance Records in vinyl, CD, and digital formats.

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.

Dave Alvin's BLACKJACK DAVID to Return in Deluxe Reissue
by Rachel Stone - Aug 18, 2026


Craft Recordings and HighTone Records will reissue Dave Alvin's 1998 album BLACKJACK DAVID with bonus tracks, including the previously unreleased Angel On Your Shoulder, on 2-LP, CD, and digital.

Interview: Peter Danish Honors Klaus Nomi in BC/EFA Benefit at The Green Room 42
by Rebecca Kaplan - Aug 17, 2026


The 8/30 show is a tribute to Nomi, the first major artist to succumb to HIV/AIDS, whose incredible legacy continues to this day. Danish is currently working on a musical about Nomi's life and work

THE ROOM to Release Single Ahead of DOOM POP! Album
by Rachel Stone - Aug 11, 2026


Liverpool band THE ROOM released the single THINGS HAVE LEARNT TO WALK THAT OUGHT TO CRAWL along with a video, ahead of its forthcoming album DOOM POP! via 9x9 Records.

Steve Rawlins to Release New Album WORD ON THE STREET
by Rachel Stone - Aug 10, 2026


Pianist and composer Steve Rawlins will release WORD ON THE STREET, an album of original compositions featuring Southern California musicians and members of his own family.

THE COTTAGE to Close Out Season at Stage West
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2026


Stage West Theatre in Fort Worth will present THE COTTAGE as its season-closing comedy, featuring Natalie Young and Parker Davis Gray.

& JULIET Tickets to Go on Sale for Popejoy Hall Run
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2026


Tickets for the North American tour of & JULIET will go on sale for an eight-performance engagement at Popejoy Hall in Albuquerque, producers announced.

CLASSIC ALBUMS LIVE Series to Continue at Bilheimer Capitol Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 27, 2026


Four tribute performances celebrating albums by LED ZEPPELIN, PINK FLOYD, AC/DC and VAN HALEN will take place at the Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre, with single tickets and series packages set to go on sale this week.

Julie Andrews Documentary to Stream on Disney+
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2026


A feature documentary on Julie Andrews, covering her career from stage to screen, is set to stream on Disney+. The film will draw on Andrews' personal archive and new interviews.

ALIVE AND KICKING: Chamaco Ramírez's 1979 Solo Debut to Return to Vinyl
by Joshua Wright - Jul 22, 2026


Fantasy Records announced a vinyl reissue of Chamaco Ramírez's 1979 solo debut, ALIVE AND KICKING, bringing the classic recording back to physical format for collectors and fans.

Macy Gray and More Set for The Assembly Leamington Spa 100th Anniversary Concert Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2026


AGMP Concerts will present a series of performances at The Assembly in Leamington Spa to mark the venue's 100th anniversary, featuring Macy Gray, The Blockheads, Trevor Horn & His Band, Incognito, and The Ordinary Boys.

2026 Dora Mavor Moore Awards Winners Announced; See the Full List
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 29, 2026


TAPA announced the recipients of the 46th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards at a ceremony at Meridian Hall in Toronto, with multiple wins going to THROUGH THE EYES OF GOD, THE DIVISION, and NARNIA, among others.

Review: The Mac-Haydn’s 9 TO 5 Clocks In and Gets Even
by Steven Favreau - Jun 29, 2026


Dolly Parton’s office revenge comedy makes a fast, funny, gratifying summer night in Chatham, New York. The production runs now through July 5.

Rodgers & Hammerstein Shows By the Numbers
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 27, 2026


Lincoln Center Theater will revive The Sound of Music in 2027, marking the second ever revival of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II's beloved musical. Director Lear deBessonet returns to the  Beaumont with the first Broadway revival of The Sound of Music in nearly 30 years,  starring Tony Award nominee Jasmine Amy Rogers and choreographed by  Christopher Gattelli. This will be the first Rogers & Hammerstein Broadway revival since Oklahoma! in 2019.

WARRIORS: Everything You Need to Know About Lin- Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis' New Broadway-Bound Musical
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2026


Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis bring WARRIORS to Broadway in 2027! Everything you need to know about the new musical at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre.

Programming Set for Chinese Arts Week, Part of Lincoln Center's Summer for the City Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2026


This July, Lincoln Center will shine a spotlight on the rich cultural artistry of China with a week-long showcase of programs highlighting the depth and diversity of Chinese culture.

Eventim Apollo Unveils OPEN Series with Special Events in Summer 2026
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 2, 2026


Eventim Apollo, the London live entertainment venue, will launch Eventim Apollo: OPEN this summer, a special series giving the public the chance to experience the Apollo in a new way through three events: Centre Stage, H+F Spotlight and Venue Tours.

Review: SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET at Little Theatre Of Mechanicsburg
by Andrea Stephenson - May 30, 2026


This production of Sweeney Todd at Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg is the perfect mix of comedy and spine-tingling horror. The intimate setting at LTM suits the atmosphere of the show, making the audience feel as though they are part of the story.

Video: Julie Andrews Makes Surprise Virtual Appearance at World Parkinson Congress
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 26, 2026


Icon Julie Andrews made a virtual appearance in a video message that played for attendees at Sunday's World Parkinson Congress in Phoenix, an annual event aimed at combatting the progressive movement disorder. Watch the video here!

Charles Dennis, Co-Founder of P.S. 122 and Avant-Garde-Arama, Dies
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2026


Charles Dennis, interdisciplinary artist and co-founder of P.S. 122 and AVANT-GARDE-ARAMA, has died at his home in Hurley, NY. He performed in Robert Wilson's EINSTEIN ON THE BEACH and championed experimental arts in the Hudson Valley.

CHICAGO Original Broadway Cast Recording Joins National Recording Registry
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026


Broadway’s original cast album of “Chicago” is among the selections joining the National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress in 2026. Learn more about the full list here!

Patchogue Theatre Will Present WELCOME BACK MY FRIENDS - AN EVENING WITH EMERSON, LAKE & PALMER
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026


Patchogue Theatre announced WELCOME BACK MY FRIENDS - AN EVENING WITH EMERSON, LAKE & PALMER, combining archival Royal Albert Hall footage of Emerson and Lake with Carl Palmer and his ELP Legacy band performing live in sync.

WELCOME BACK MY FRIENDS - AN EVENING WITH EMERSON, LAKE & PALMER is Coming to Patchogue Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2026


Patchogue Theatre will present Welcome Back My Friends - An Evening with Emerson, Lake & Palmer, combining archival Royal Albert Hall footage of Emerson and Lake with Carl Palmer and his ELP Legacy band performing live in sync.

Teddy Abrams & The Louisville Orchestra Release 'The Year Of Silence'
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2026


The Louisville Orchestra with Music Director Teddy Abrams, Dashon Burton, and Jeffrey Kahane will release The Year of Silence, featuring commissioned works by Christopher Cerrone and Andrew Norman.

The Sound of Music History

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)
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
2025   US Tour North American Tour
US Tour
2027   Broadway
Broadway

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