The Sound of Music is an old tale that ran its first show in 1959. This play was shown at the Belk Theater at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. It included two acts with a twenty minutes intermission between the two acts. The Sound of Music is a musical that has music by Richard Rodgers. The play follows Maria von Trapp’s life, it starts with her life at an Abbey trying to join the monastic life. The nuns from the Abbey do not feel that she is quite ready for the monastic life because of how
The Sound of Music debuted in 1965 thanks to the music of Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, and direction of Robert Wise. The Sound of Music originally premiered on Broadway in 1959, but Robert Wise produced and directed the 1965 film version. The lyrics featured in the 1965 version are hardly changed from the original. The popularity of the 1965 film allowed for the soundtrack to live a life of its own with many of the songs being released as singles. Even the song “Sixteen Going
The Sound of Music Movie Review The musical film “The Sound of Music” based on the true story of the actual “Von Trapp Family Singers”, set in Salzburg in the late 1930’s before WWII, it has become a time honored classic for it’s heartwarming story and beautiful soundtrack. It was directed by Robert Wise and written by George Hurdalek who uses the book Maria von Trapp wrote about her life and experiences. While the story in the movie strays from what happened in real life it does make it more
gaining opposition among the younger generation, the film The Sound of Music was released. Directed by Robert Wise and released in 1965, The Sound of Music features musical numbers accompanied by the movement and dancing of the von Trapp family. The setting of the film is Salzburg, Austria in 1938 immediately following the start of German occupation due to the Anschluss. Ultimately, the reprise of “So Long, Farewell” in The Sound of Music subverts governmental authority over war by portraying a movement
The Sound of Music was a 1965 American musical film. It was produced and directed by Robert Wise the main actors were starring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer, Richard Haydn and Eleanor Parker. The film is an rendition of 1959s Broadway musical that had the same name. The music was composed by Richard Rodgers and lyrics were by Oscar Hammerstein. The film's screenplay was written by Ernest Lehman, taken from the stage musical book by Lindsay and Crouse. Based on the narrative The Story of the
stereotypes. The Sound of Music is a classic film from 1965, which is known for its portrayal of the Von Trap Family Singers preceding World War II. Although the film has multiple serious elements it is also refreshingly humorous to see the main character Marie stick out wherever she goes with her unique take on life. The iconic film starring Julie Andrews has many parallels with the story of Heloise because both these women broke the parameters of feminism during their time. The Sound
The Sound of Music was released in 1965. Robert Wise directed it. It starred Julies Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Eleanor Parker, Peggy Wood, and Richard Haydn. The movie is based on the book The Story of the Trapp Family Singers, which was written by the real Maria von Trapp in 1949. The location was of course Austria and the movie was set in the 1930s during the time when the Nazi rule was taking over Austria. According to IMDB (international movies data base), the film’s budget was $8,200,00
many governesses with their misbehavior and it isn’t until later that they begin to treat Maria with the same kindness she treats them with. When a thunderstorm scares the children, Maria sings the song “My Favorite Things” to comfort them. Through music and dancing, Maria brings joy back into the household. Meanwhile, the Captain becomes engaged to a Baroness even though he is falling in love with Maria. In spite of that, the Captain does not approve of Maria’s behavior and fires her. However,
because producers and directors are using different techniques that will enhance their ability to entertain. The Sound of Music is taking numerous ideas and is integrating them together. To fully understand what is happening, there will be an examination of the film and various concepts. This will be accomplished by focusing on: the storytelling, acting, cinematography, editing, sound, style / directing, impact of the film on society / vice versa, genre, application of at least one approach and overall
Executive Summary Chart: Highlights 1.1 Objectives Wondermusic is a non-profit organization that promotes young music talent by creating a free educational and musical guidance program. Establish a space to provide musical educational programs, sound proof rooms, recording studios and a private stage to promote their talent. Organize music festivals and theater appearances around the city, as a performing experience and has an educational, social and recreational alternative, and also to create