THE SOUND OF MUSIC Musical

Post written by Kyla Armstrong. Kyla attended a media preview. Segerstrom Hall is definitely alive with THE SOUND OF MUSIC! This beloved Rodgers and Hammerstein musical did not disappoint and I appreciated the opportunity to discuss the backstory and climate in which The Sound of Music takes place with my daughter. It was so fun to see this musical through her eyes and the anticipation of what would happen in all the story lines. What would happen with Rolf and Liesel?  Will Captain von Trapp really marry Frau Schraeder? What will happen to the family now that the Nazis have invaded Austria? Her excitement and the the suspense of the story … READ MORE >>

Segerstrom Center for the Arts July 19 thru 31st! Featuring music from Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, book by Howard Lindsay and Russell Crouse, this new production is directed by Jack O’Brien and choreographed by Daniel Mefford. It is starring Kerstin Anderson as Maria Rainer, who won the coveted role from hundreds who auditioned. This will be Ms. Anderson’s first national tour. THE SOUND OF MUSIC – “Do Re Mi” – Kerstin Anderson as Maria Rainer and the von Trapp children – From left: Svea Johnson (Brigitta), Audrey Bennett (Gretl), Quinn Erickson (Kurt), Mackenzie Currie (Marta), Maria Knasel (Louisa), Erich Schuett (Friedrich), Paige Silvester (Liesl) – Photo by … READ MORE >>