The Sound of Music at the Chicago Lyric Opera – April 27

The Sound of Music is coming to the Chicago Lyric Opera on April 27. Get your tickets now for this classic musical.

Introduction

The Sound of Music is a Rodgers and Hammerstein musical based on the book The Story of the Trapp Family Singers by Maria von Trapp. It premiered on Broadway in 1959 and was made into a 1965 film starring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer. The story follows the von Trapp family as they escape Nazi-occupied Austria during World War II.

The Sound of Music will be performed by the Chicago Lyric Opera at the Civic Opera House from April 27-May 21, 2017. The production will be conducted by David Chase and directed by Gary Griffin.casting has not been announced yet.

The Sound of Music

The Sound of Music is a Rodgers and Hammerstein musical with an incredible history. The story is set in Austria during the Anschluss in 1938. The original Broadway production opened in 1959 and the film version, starring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer, was released in 1965. The Lyric Opera of Chicago will be putting on their production of The Sound of Music from April 27-May 21.

The Story

The Sound of Music is a musical with music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II and a book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse. It is based on the memoir of Maria von Trapp, The Story of the Trapp Family Singers. Many songs from the musical have become standards, such as “Edelweiss”, “My Favorite Things”, “Climb Ev’ry Mountain”, “Do-Re-Mi”, and “Sixteen Going on Seventeen”.

The original Broadway production, starring Mary Martin and Theodore Bikel, opened on November 16, 1959. The show has enjoyed numerous productions and revivals since then. It was adapted as a 1965 film musical starring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer, which won five Academy Awards. The Sound of Music was the last musical written by Rodgers and Hammerstein; Oscar Hammerstein died of cancer nine months after the Broadway premiere.

The Music

The music of The Sound of Music was composed by Richard Rodgers with lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II. The musical is based on the book The Story of the Trapp Family Singers by Maria von Trapp. It contains some of the most famous and well-loved Rodgers and Hammerstein songs, including “Edelweiss”, “My Favorite Things”, “Climb Ev’ry Mountain” and, of course, “The Sound of Music”.

The original Broadway production opened in 1959 and won five Tony Awards, including Best Musical. The 1965 film version, starring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer, was a blockbuster hit and won five Academy Awards, including Best Picture. The Sound of Music remains one of the most popular musicals of all time.

The Chicago Lyric Opera

The Chicago Lyric Opera will be performing The Sound of Music at the Civic Opera House on April 27. The Sound of Music is a Rodgers and Hammerstein musical based on the memoir of Maria von Trapp. It tells the story of the von Trapp family and their escape from Austria during the Nazi annexation.

The Venue

The Chicago Lyric Opera is located in the heart of downtown Chicago, just steps away from Millennium Park and the Magnificent Mile. The 2,500-seat theater is one of the largest in the world and features state-of-the-art acoustics and production facilities. The Chicago Lyric Opera is home to the Lyric Opera of Chicago, one of the world’s leading opera companies.

The History

The Chicago Lyric Opera is one of the world’s leading opera companies. It was founded in 1954 by Carol Fox, Nicholas Granoff, andArdis Krainik. The Lyric is dedicated to producing and performing grand opera with a commitment to the highest artistic standards.

The company’s artists have included some of the most acclaimed singers from around the globe. In recent years, they have included sopranos Angela Gheorghiu, Eva-Maria Westbroek, Nadine Sierra, and Jamie Barton; mezzo-sopranos Virginie Verrez and Emily Magee; tenors Matthew Polenzani, Juan Diego Flórez, Vittorio Grigolo, and Brandon Jovanovich; baritones Quinn Kelsey and Marco Armiliato; basses James Morris and Eric Owens; contraltos Delores Ziegler and Elizabeth Bishop; countertenors Anthony Roth Costanzo and David Daniels; and bass-baritones Bruno Praticò and Christopher Purves.

The Lyric’s music directors have included Sir Andrew Davis, Harry Bicket, Sir Mark Elder, Antonio Pappano, Daniel Barenboim, Zubin Mehta, Richard Vogt, Georg Solti, Carlo Maria Giulini, Christoph Eschenbach, Daniel Oren.(4)

The Chicago Lyric Opera has been a long time supporter of new works having commissioned or co-commissioned over 30 new operas including: Nico Muhly’s Two Boys (2013), Kevin Puts’ Silent Night (2011), Jeanine Tesori and Tony Kushner’s Caroline, or Change (2005), Philip Glass’ Akhnaten (1984), Harrison Birtwistle’s The Minotaur (2008), Elliot Goldenthal’s Grendel (2006)and Aaron Jay Kernis’ Musica Celeste (2000). In recognition of its commitment to new operatic works the company was awarded the 2006 Regional Theatre Tony Award.

The Performance

The Sound of Music will be performed at the Chicago Lyric Opera on April 27. This will be a special performance, and tickets are sure to sell out quickly. The Sound of Music is a classic musical that tells the story of a family in Austria during World War II. If you’re a fan of musicals, this is a performance you won’t want to miss.

The Cast

The Lyric Opera of Chicago announced today the full cast for their upcoming production of The Sound of Music, set to run from April 27 to May 21, 2017. The much-anticipated show will feature Soprano Maria Von Trapp, played by Kate Royal in her Lyric Opera debut; Captain Georg Von Trapp, played by Gavan O’Herlihy; and Liesl Von Trapp, played by Brenna Meeks. The full cast list is as follows:

Soprano Maria Von Trapp – Kate Royal
Captain Georg Von Trapp – Gavan O’Herlihy
Liesl Von Trapp – Brenna Meeks
Friedrich Von Trapp – Willrelated Johnson
Louisa Von Trapp – Kitty McNamee
Kurt Von Trapp – Ben Michael
Brigitta Von Trapp – Liesel Matthews
Marta VonTrapp – Haley Cardenas-Fickes
Gretl von Trapp – malia kaia wouldrelated
Rolf Gruber – Robert Stephan

Frau Schmidt – Mary Beth Peil
Max Detweiler – Ed Dixon
Herr Zeller – Robert Russell

The Set

The set for The Sound of Music at the Chicago Lyric Opera is incredibly detailed and accurate to the film. It features the von Trapp family house, the gazebo, the Abbey, and more. The set also features a moving backdrop that makes it look like the characters are outside in the foothills of the Alps.

Conclusion

The Sound of Music at the Chicago Lyric Opera is a must-see for fans of the classic film and those who appreciate excellent opera performances. The production is true to the film while still feeling fresh and new, and the cast delivers stellar vocal and acting performances. If you have the opportunity to see The Sound of Music at the Chicago Lyric Opera, don’t miss it!