The Sound of Music at Kennedy Center Opera House

Following its 1959 premiere, it became clear that Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II’s very last masterpiece, created alongside playwrights Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse, was meant for nothing but greatness.

A musical with a more substantial amount of well-known numbers is yet to be written; no musical has ever been able to remain relevant despite its age as ‘The Sound Of Music’; and a tale as wonderful, yet filled with major social issues, is yet to be created.

No other musical has been revived as many times, had more performances around the globe, and has been received with more acclaim than ‘The Sound Of Music’. Since its premiere in 1959, it has received five Tony Awards, a Theatre World Award, and an Outer Critics Circle Special Award, alongside plenty of nominations. ‘The Sound Of Music’ has also been adapted into an award-winning film that has been enjoyed all around the globe for generations.

‘The Sound Of Music’, inspired by Maria von Trapp’s ‘The Story of the Trapp Family Singers, follows the tale of Maria, a free-spirited nun, who after stepping in as the governess of the seven children of Captain Georg von Trapp, brings back music and happiness to the family. The family is faced with many troubles - from the threat the annexation of Austria into Nazi Germany to the romance brewing between Captain von Trapp - an engaged-to-be-married man, and Maria, a nun.

The truth is that there is plenty to love about ‘The Sound Of Music’: from the incredible expertise of the oldest nun right down to the youngest Von Trapp child, to the timeless, wonderful music that you’ll remember for years to come; from the glorious orchestral delivery to the sets that change effortlessly from a grey cathedral to the old Austrian grandeur of the Von Trapp house; from the nostalgic tale about overcoming hardship and memorable tale that has been teaching the world to sing and believe in love and music for decades to the powerhouse cast that carries their parts with excellence, masterfully delivers the much-adored music, and steals hearts from the get-go.

’The Sound Of Music’ is indeed as the popular song describes: it will fill your heart with the sound of music.

‘The Sound Of Music’ coming to town is an absolute highlight on any venue’s calendar, and as usual, audiences in District Of Columbia can look forward to the Kennedy Center Opera House being transformed into a space where musical magic is at the forefront. Boasting first-class sound and lighting, pin-drop acoustics, superior amenities, ample parking, and comfortable seating spread across different levels to ensure crystal-clear sight-lines, every seat is a great seat at Kennedy Center Opera House!

Tickets are priced to go from as low as $81, and can be acquired directly from the Kennedy Center Opera House’s box office, our trusted partner, TicketSqueeze.com, or if you prefer to purchase them from the comfort of your home, simply click the ‘Buy Tickets’ button to secure your tickets now!