Pittsburgh CLO Premiere 'S WONDERFUL LIFE, 6/17

Pittsburgh CLO is set to host the world premiere of 'S Wonderful, the new musical revue celebrating the work of George and Ira Gershwin, running June 17th through September 5th at the CLO Cabaret.

Pittsburgh CLO is partnering with Maximum Entertainment Productions, and producers Todd Gershwin and Daniel Chilewich of Premiere Media, with direction by Ray Roderick. The Gershwin families have authorized the use of the Gershwin songbook, making 'S Wonderful a brand new, all-inclusive new Gershwin musical.

Incorporating five mini-musicals inspired by the real events occurring in and around the lives of the Gershwin brothers, this new musical theater revue illustrates the impact of their songs both then and now. First it's New York City in 1916 and Paris in the 1930s, followed by Hollywood in the 40s and New Orleans in the 50s. 'S Wonderful takes you on a ride to the different places, times and musical styles that made the Gershwin brothers the most successful songwriting team in the history of popular music.

Like a Technicolor movie musical, 'S Wonderful paints a picture of nostalgia and entertainment while paying tribute to the incomparable songbook of George and Ira Gershwin. Featuring nearly 30 classic hits such as "Let's Call the Whole Thing Off," "Shall We Dance," "Someone to Watch Over Me" and "Rhapsody in Blue."

Orders are now available for groups of 10 or more and may be purchased by calling 412-325-1582. Individual tickets go on sale March 29.

Pittsburgh CLO's critically acclaimed productions have welcomed some of Broadway's brightest stars and launched the careers of numerous talented performers. It counts among its many alumni Kathleen Marsall, Rob Marshall, Rob Ashford and Patrick Wilson, as well as Sutton Foster and Stephen Flaherty. The organization has also received international recognition for establishing the prestigious Richard Rodgers Award for Excellence in Musical Theater. The distinguished recipients of this award include Julie Andrews, Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber, Bernadette Peters and Shirley Jones.

Dedicated to the development of new works and showcase of new talent, recent Pittsburgh CLO productions include the National Tour of Dr. Dolittle, Barry Manilow's Copacabana, Lunch, Casper the Musical starring Chita Rivera and six musicals for the Gallery of Heroes school series, including The Incredibly Innovative Innovators of Pittsburgh, which entertained students in Spring 2008.
Pittsburgh CLO's commitment to the future of the musical theater art form includes programs such as the Pittsburgh CLO Academy of Musical Theater, CLO Mini Stars, the nationally acclaimed Gene Kelly Awards for Excellence in High School Musical Theater, the CLO/CMU New Works Project, the Construction Center for the Arts, and the CLO Cabaret, a unique venue that allows audiences to enjoy CLO-quality entertainment year-round in the Cultural District.

For more information, visit www.pittsburghclo.org.

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