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The Sound of Music Live!

Closing: December 05, 2013

The Sound of Music Live! - 2013 Motion Picture History , Info & More


NBC UNIVERSAL partners with the multitalented Oscar- and Emmy-winning producing team of Craig Zadan and Neil Meron ("Smash," "Chicago") to ring in the holidays with an unprecedented world premiere television event, "The Sound of Music Live!" - a live telecast based on the stage version of the 1959 Rodgers and Hammerstein musical, starring Grammy Award winner Carrie Underwood as Maria and acclaimed British actor Stephen Moyer ("True Blood") as Captain von Trapp.

From Universal Television, "The Sound of Music" is executive produced by Meron and Zadan. Beth McCarthy-Miller and Rob Ashford serve as directors.


The Sound of Music Live! - 2013 - Motion Picture Cast

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Review: THE BOOK OF MORMON at National Theatre
by David Friscic - May 1, 2026


The Book of Mormon continues its robustly quirky, comedic, and intentionally offensive romp as it enjoys a much too-short touring run at the National Theatre in Washington, DC.  Rushing to get tickets to this production would be a wise idea ---the phenomenon that is the Tony-winning The Book of Mormon has taken on new sparkle and sheen and just keeps bouncing along on the pathway of theatrical success.

Joan Almedilla, Michael Canu, Bobby Conte, and More Join SOUTH PACIFIC at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026


The Muny announced the lead cast for its upcoming production of SOUTH PACIFIC, starring Paulo Szot and Taylor Louderman alongside ten additional performers at the outdoor theatre in Forest Park.

Nik Walker, Kara Lindsay, and More Will Lead SHREK THE MUSICAL at the Muny
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026


The Muny announced the lead cast for its upcoming production of SHREK THE MUSICAL, with Nik Walker, Kara Lindsay, and Marcus M. Martin heading the company at Forest Park in St. Louis.

ProMusica Chamber Orchestra Closes 47th Season With Gluzman and Copland
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2026


ProMusica Chamber Orchestra will close its 47th season at the Southern Theatre with Copland's Appalachian Spring and violinist Vadim Gluzman performing Shostakovich's Violin Concerto No. 1.

David Rothenberg Makes 54 Below Debut with NEVER TOO LATE in May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2026


54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, will welcome David Rothenberg on May 3 at 1pm. 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, will welcome David Rothenberg on May 3 at 1pm.

The Kerry Kearney Band to Celebrate 30th Anniversary Gala at LIMEHOF
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2026


The Kerry Kearney Band will mark its 30th anniversary with a two-night gala on May 1st and 2nd at the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame in Stony Brook, NY, featuring music, stories, and special guests.

MEMORY FLEET: STAY IN THE CIRCLE Will Come to the Kelly Strayhorn Theater
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2026


Jasmine Hearn's dance-theater work MEMORY FLEET: STAY IN THE CIRCLE, a tribute to Black mothers and mentors, will be presented at Kelly Strayhorn Theater on April 24-25.

SPRING AWAKENING Original Broadway Cast: Where Are They Now?
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 11, 2026


Two decades after Spring Awakening first premiered on Broadway, BroadwayWorld is taking a look back at what the cast of this era-defining musical, including Lea Michele, Jonathan Groff, and more has been up to.

Video: Go Inside TITANIQUE's First Performance on Broadway
by Michael Major - Mar 27, 2026


Watch Marla Mindelle make her first entrance as Céline Dion in Titanique, when the audience immediately erupted into a standing ovation. Watch the curtain call from the preview, which features the cast belting out 'My Heart Will Go On.'

Meet the Cast of THE LOST BOYS, Now Playing on Broadway!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026


Performances are now underway for the Broadway premiere of the new musical THE LOST BOYS. The production will open on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at The Palace Theatre. Meet the cast of THE LOST BOYS here!

Jennifer Leigh Warren and Michael Thomas Grant Join MILLENNIALS ARE KILLING MUSICALS at The Colony Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2026


Broadway's Jennifer Leigh Warren and Grey's Anatomy and Zoe's Extraordinary Playlist star Michael Thomas Grant have been cast in the world premiere production of Millennials Are Killing Musicals at The Colony Theatre in Burbank, CA.

Broadway Women's Fund Announces 2026's Women to Watch on Broadway
by Gillian Blum - Mar 15, 2026


The Broadway Women's Fund revealed its 2026 Women to Watch on Broadway list, the seventh list from the fund spotlighting women in leadership in theater.

Herbie Hancock Set to Perform at Massey Hall in March 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2026


Jazz legend Herbie Hancock is scheduled to grace the stage at Massey Hall in March 2026. This event marks a significant moment for fans of jazz and Hancock's innovative music style.

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Live performances have been trending upwards in public spaces such as Los Angeles Farmers Markets, Chicago community bandstands, NY parks & recreation and even Dallas airport concourses are discovering authentic music crowds. The Noah Todd Band is an excellent example of high quality performers who just want to make more music but be heard by the masses. 

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2026


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Tomahawk to Play First Live Shows Since 2013
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Ana Navarro Sets One-Night-Only Appearance in BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 20, 2026


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The Sound of Music Live! History

Other Productions of The Sound of Music Live!

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
2025   US Tour North American Tour
US Tour

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