Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! returns to its original West End home, Theatre Royal Drury Lane to celebrate its 80th anniversary, this August.

Joining the previously announced Phil Dunster (Ted Lasso) as Curly and Zizi Strallen (Mary Poppins) as Laurey are Christina Bianco (The Rise and Fall of Little Voice) as Ado Annie, Jordan Shaw (Les Misérables) as Will Parker, five-time Olivier Award nominee and two-time Olivier Award winner Joanna Riding (Sondheim’s Old Friends and Carousel) as Aunt Eller, Tosh Wanogho-Maud (The Drifters Girl) as Jud Fry, Irvine Iqbal (The Witches) as Ali Hakim, Nicole-Lily Baisden (Anything Goes) as Gertie and Sebastien Torkia (Guys & Dolls) as Andrew. The cast is completed by George Beet 

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Theatre Royal Drury Lane

Join us for a spectacular evening of music under the stars at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater in Vail, Colorado, as the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, led by the esteemed conductor Fabio Luisi, presents "AMERICAN BROADWAY SONGBOOK Bravo Vail." This unforgettable performance is set for Friday, June 28, 2024, at 6pm, and promises to be a celebration of Broadway classics that have shaped America's musical landscape.

The evening will feature the incredible talents of soprano Karen Slack and tenor Issachah Savage, bringing to life favorites from the American canon, including works by Gershwin, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Ellington, and more. The program not only highlights songs written for the Broadway stage but also includes orchestral works from the 1930s and ’40s by African-American composers such as Duke Ellington, William Dawson, and James P. Johnson, envisaged for concert presentation.

Program Highlights include:
- RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN's "Oh What a Beautiful Morning" from Oklahoma
- GERSHWIN's "My Man's Gone Now" from Porgy and Bess
- ORNADEL's "If I Ruled the World" from Pickwick
- GERSHWIN's "The Man I Love" from Strike Up The Band
- ELLINGTON's "Don't Get Around Much Anymore"
- GERSHWIN's "It Ain't Necessarily So" from Porgy and Bess
- RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN's "People Will Say We're in Love" from Oklahoma
- STYNE's Overture to Gypsy
- DAWSON's Movement II "Hope in the Night" from Negro Folk Symphony
- JOHNSON's "Drums A Symphonic Poem"

For an enhanced experience, Bravo Vail is pleased to offer the lawn screen experience for this evening's concert, allowing more guests to enjoy the performance in a unique and comfortable setting.

Tickets are available now for this must-see event. Don't miss your chance to be part of a night that celebrates the rich heritage of American Broadway music in one of the most beautiful outdoor venues in the country. Get your tickets today and prepare for an evening of unforgettable music and memories.

AMERICAN BROADWAY SONGBOOK Bravo Vail

Vail Recreation District Sports Department - Ford Park

Join us for an enchanting evening under the stars with the "Rodgers & Hammerstein" concert, proudly sponsored by Wells Fargo Advisors. This much-anticipated event is set to take place on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at 6:00 pm, on the picturesque Lawn of First Church of Christ, Congregational, 1652 75 Main Street, Farmington, CT 06032.

The FVSO’s Annual Lawn Picnic Concert promises to be a memorable night, featuring a selection of timeless classics from the legendary duo Rodgers & Hammerstein. Audiences can look forward to iconic pieces from "The Sound of Music," "The King and I," "Carousel: Selections," "State Fair: Highlights," and "Oklahoma." The concert will also pay homage to American heritage with performances of "The Star-Spangled Banner" and "America The Beautiful" by WARD.

Gather your friends and family, bring your picnic blankets, and prepare to be swept away by the magic of Rodgers & Hammerstein's most beloved melodies, performed by the talented musicians of the FVSO. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the joy and splendor of live symphonic music in one of Farmington's most beautiful outdoor settings.

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First Church of Christ, Congregational, 1652

The FVSO concludes its 44th Season with your favorite film and musical scores! Bring your picnic basket and lawn chair, sit back and relax. Once again, we are pleased to welcome the FVSO Jazz Ensemble to mark the official start of summer. Thank you for a wonderful season.

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