The Sound of Music at Durham Performing Arts Center

Ever since Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II, alongside esteemed playwrights Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse, created ‘The Sound Of Music’, it became clear that it has been destined for international triumphs.

No musical can come close to ‘The Sound Of Music’ when it comes to the large amount of much adored hits it contains; 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 rekindled as many times, had more performances around the globe, and has been received with as much triumph as ‘The Sound Of Music’. It landed no less than five Tony Awards, a Theatre World Award, and an Outer Critics Circle Special Award, alongside many nominations. ‘The Sound Of Music’ has also been adapted into a tremendously successful film featuring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer, still being enjoyed to this day.

‘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 being appointed 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 imminent Nazi-threat brought about by the Anschluss to the blooming romance between Captain von Trapp - an engaged-to-be-married man, and Maria, a nun.

It’s undeniable: there is plenty to love about ‘The Sound Of Music’: from the unbelievable musical prowess of stellar cast featuring actors and actresses both young and old, to the classic, delightful music that can get even the most ardent naysayer to hum along; from the lush sounding orchestra to the stunningly handcrafted sets that change effortlessly from a grey cathedral to the old Austrian magnificence of the Von Trapp house; from the heartwarming tale about overcoming hardship and an innocent love that blooms like the Edelweiss itself to the powerhouse cast that embodies their parts with excellence, delivers the music with proficiency, and steals hearts from the first notes.

They were right: the world is indeed alive with ‘The Sound Of Music’.

‘The Sound Of Music’ coming to town is something everybody should diarize, and as usual, theatre-lovers in North Carolina can look forward to the Durham Performing Arts Center coming alive with the sound of music. Boasting top-tier sound and lighting, incredible acoustics, superior amenities, ample parking, and luxurious seating spread across different levels ensuring unobstructed sight-lines, every seat is a great seat at Durham Performing Arts Center!

Tickets are priced to go from as low as $75, and can be obtained directly from the Durham Performing Arts Center’s box office, one of the world’s most trusted online marketplaces, TicketSqueeze.com, or if you prefer to purchase them from the comfort of your home, simply click the ‘Buy Tickets’ button to get your tickets in hand now!