THE SOUND OF MUSIC

BDT STAGE: 4/29 -8/19

BDT Stage’s production of the perennial favorite THE SOUND OF MUSIC is the Hottest Ticket in Town for Denver families this summer! It was the most requested musical by the patrons of this beloved theatre, and BDT Stage has given those patrons an experience to remember! This musical is so universally loved, and the emotions run so high during this production, it will, I am certain, prove to be an unforgettable evening of familial bonding. 

     Under the astute directorial eye of Alicia K. Meyers (she also plays Elsa,) BDT Stage has taken this musical from an out-to-pasture old war-horse to a coltish, fresh-feeling and healing experience. It’s one we all need after Covid and the political travesties of the last several years. 

     McKayla Marso McDonough is a Maria for the ages! This beautiful actor has a soprano to die for and blesses us with a Maria that is not only innocent, but the embodiment of real ‘goodness.’  Her singing of the title song, “My Favorite Things,” and “Confidence,” stun!

     Scott Severtson gives us one of the most endearing performances of Georg ever! “Something Good,” his duet with Ms. McDonough, enchants.

     As the Mother Abbess, Colorado favorite    Tracy Warren’s singing of “Climb Every Mountain,” will lift you out of your seat!  A shining musical moment indeed!

     Bob Hoppe plays an exceptionally animated Matt Dettweiler. He’s at his best leading the Von Trapp children singing “The Lonely Goatherd.”

       In their delightful duet “Sixteen Going on Seventeen,” Claire Leon is an adorable Liesl, and Chris Warren, a strong Rolf.      

     All the young actors who act and sing the parts of the Von Trapp children are excellent. Their “So Long, Farewell” and “Edelweiss,” most memorable.

     Under the baton of Music director Neal Dunfee, the scrumptions BDT Stage orchestra sounds better than ever.

     The morphing of Amy Campion’s scenic design from the Abbey to the Von Trapp family’s mansion is sheer magic.

    The traditional choreography of this piece by Tracey Dennig, is spot on.

    Wayne Kennedy’s sound design is outstanding. 

     The lighting design by Brett Maughan is the professional work we have all come to expect from him.

     The projection design by Tom Quinn gives us glorious views of the stained glass rose window in the Abbey as well as views of the soaring mountainous landscape at the top of the show.

     

     As devastated as we all are to have heard that this much loved 45-year-old dinner theatre is closing due to some people from another state buying her, there is, I am told, some hope. There are rumors flying everywhere! It is to be hoped that there will at least be an extension of time. If so, the theatre’s creator, Ross Haley is surely blessing us once more. This time from Heaven.

    

     And “Wonder of wonders, Miracle of miracles,” It’s just come across the internet! BDT gets one more production. FIDDLER ON THE ROOF with WAYNE KENNEDY reprising his outstanding portrayal of Tevye  from September 9 to January 13, 2024. The show will be directed by Colorado favorite, Kenny Moten. 

 

                           GRATEFUL!

 

For tickets call 303-449-6000 or go online at bdtstage.com