Based on the uplifting true story of the Von Trapp family and the good natured Maria, THE SOUND OF MUSIC was the last collaboration between Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II, becoming one of the most successful Oscar-winning film musicals of all time.
This timeless family classic will be directed by Jeremy Sams (Spend Spend Spend, Passion and West End and Broadway productions of Noises Off). He is joined by renowned choreographer and dance expert Arlene Phillips (We Will Rock You, Starlight Express, Grease, Saturday Night Fever) and designer Robert Jones (On the Town, Noises Off and Heroes) to bring this vibrant new production to the London stage.
From 26 February, the worlds of theatre and television collide in a unique life imitating art event as Summer Strallen, from Channel 4’s hit soap Hollyoaks, takes over as Maria in THE SOUND OF MUSIC at the London Palladium.
In reality, Summer is no stranger to the West End stage, having been a leading lady in The Drowsy Chaperone, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, The Boyfriend and Guys and Dolls.
The score for THE SOUND OF MUSIC touches the hearts of all ages and brims over with some of the most memorable songs ever performed on the musical stage including My Favourite Things, Do-Re-Mi, Edelweiss, Climb Ev’ry Mountain, Sixteen Going on Seventeen, The Lonely Goatherd and of course the glorious title song The Sound of Music.
Regrettably babies and toddlers will not be admitted to the theatre. Children aged 5 years and over will be admitted and, more specific age limits may apply depending on the production. Children should be able to sit, unaided, in their own seat and be attentive to the performance so as not to distract other paying members of the audience.
Admittance to the auditorium is always at the discretion of theatre management.
A show that restores one's faith in human nature. I left with a spring in my step and a smile on my face. Suddenly the world seemed a brighter place" - The Daily Telegraph
