Hugh Wheeler News

East West Players (EWP), the nation's largest producing organization of Asian American artistic work and the longest-running professional theatre of color in the country, has joined in community partnership with Academy for New Musical Theatre (ANMT) and the LA Opera Education and Community Programs. “We are very excited to partner with ANMT and the LA Opera for this production,” says EWP producing artistic director Tim Dang. “The goal of this community partnership is to bring greater awareness of the missions of our respective organizations, all of which are connected to promoting the performing arts, and what better way than through musical theatre.” (more...)

With the 2012 election coming up in November, political parodies are everywhere, and it's about time that some gave the race a Broadway twist. In the video below, Roy Zimmerman puts a different spin on SWEENEY TODD with 'Romney Mitt, the Demon Barber of Wallstreet.' (more...)

Sweeney Todd, the Tony Award-winning musical, sails into Unity May 18 to June 2, 2012. Based on a version of Sweeney Todd by Christopher Bond, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by Hugh Wheeler, it's a tragicomic tale of murder, mayhem, and meat pies. (more...)

As we move into the middle of May and beyond, I trust you will want to consider attending at least a couple of the numerous productions currently (or soon to be) playing at any one of the numerous theatre and live performance establishments here on the AMAZING California Central Coast! (more...)

Sweeney Todd, the Tony Award-winning musical, sails into Unity May 18 to June 2, 2012. Based on a version of Sweeney Todd by Christopher Bond, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by Hugh Wheeler, it's a tragicomic tale of murder, mayhem, and meat pies. (more...)

Musical Theater Heritage presents SWEENEY TODD the musical, starring Don Richard & Cathy Barnett April 12-29. Performances are Thursdays at 7pm, Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 2pm & 8pm, and Sundays at 2pm. (more...)

Take a trip back to the 1970's with two vintage commericals from musical theatre favorites SWEENEY TODD and CHICAGO! Check out the original TV spots below! (more...)

The Sioux Empire Community Theatre will present Stephen Sondheim and James Wheeler's SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET from May 4th through 20th. The production will be directed by Larry B. Etten. (more...)

East West Players (EWP), the nation's largest producing organization of Asian American artistic work and the longest-running professional theatre of color in the country, concludes its 46th Anniversary season, themed Languages of Love, with Stephen Sondheim and Hugh WheelerÂ’s A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, directed by Tim Dang and choreographed by Reggie Lee. (more...)

Bernadette Peters, the Emmy-nominated, Tony-winning star of Broadway, returns to Music HallÂ’s stage in her first appearance with the Pops in two decades. (more...)

One of Broadway's masterpieces, the romantic A Little Night Music deals with the universal subject of love. It is an award winning musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Hugh Wheeler. Performing in the Gyder Theater from March 16th - April 7th tickets are $31 / adult and $21 / student. Tickets are on sale now! (more...)

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. Theo Ubique's "Piazza," "Motherhood," Team StarKid's latest, tribute concerts at Ravinia and Mayne Stage, Ramin Karimloo's arrival, plus Loop musicals and more.... (more...)

Los protagonistas de la opereta Candide, Cunegunda y Cándido se han paseado con Paco Mir por el estanque del madrileño Parque del Retiro para presentar la obra que estará en los Teatros del Canal el 11, 14, 16 y 18 de marzo. Después se han unido el director del teatro Albert Boadella y el director musical Manuel Coves, para contarnos más detalles sobre este libreto, basado en una obra de Voltaire y sobre su magnífica partitura, con música de Leonard Bernstein. (more...)

One of Broadway's masterpieces, the romantic A Little Night Music deals with the universal subject of love. It is an award winning musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Hugh Wheeler. Performing in the Gyder Theater from March 16th - April 7th tickets are $31 / adult and $21 / student. Tickets are on sale now! (more...)

The Dramatists Guild of America presents its In the Room series, broadcasting archived audio, unheard by the public since their original recording. In the Room features some of the most influential and celebrated playwrights, composers and lyricists in American theatre, sharing their insight to craft, process and personal stories behind creating some of their most celebrated work. Featured this week is a vintage interview with theatre legend Stephen Sondheim as he chats about lyrics back in 1971. (more...)

The Crown Center has announced the following upcoming events. (more...)

Today in 1973, A Little Night Music opened at the Shubert Theatre, where it ran for 601 performances. A Little Night Music is a musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Hugh Wheeler. Inspired by the Ingmar Bergman film Smiles of a Summer Night, it involves the romantic lives of several couples. Since its original 1973 Broadway production, the musical has enjoyed professional productions in the West End, by opera companies, in a 2009 Broadway revival, and elsewhere, and it is a popular choice for regional groups. It was adapted for film in 1977, with Harold Prince directing and Elizabeth Taylor, Len Cariou, Lesley-Anne Down and Diana Rigg starring. (more...)

Writers’ Theatre continues its 20th Anniversary Season with A Little Night Music, music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by Hugh Wheeler, directed by William Brown. The production runs May 1 – July 8, 2012 at Writers’ Theatre, 325 Tudor Court in Glencoe. The press opening is May 10, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. (more...)

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The Crown Center has announed their upcoming schedule of events from February 2012 - December 2012. (more...)