Ravinia 2025 Issue 6

PAVILION 6:00 PM THURSDAY, AUGUST 28, 2025 The Sound of Music (Act I) –Intermission– The Sound of Music (Act II) Pre-ShowFeatures KATIE GALETTI, host Welcome to Rodgers &Hammerstein's The Sound of Music Sing-A-Long ! Get ready to interact with these memorable moments throughout the movie. Nowwarm up your vocal cords and enjoy the film! 1. CHEER : When you first see Maria during the title song, “The Sound of Music.” 2. AWWWW : When Gretl is introduced for the first time. 3. BOOOO : When you see Rolf onscreen. 4. HISS : Whenever the Baroness appears onscreen. 5. CELLPHONELIGHT : Turn on your mobile flashlight and start to sway when “Edelweiss” begins. 6. WAVE : When the guests say goodbye to the von Trapp children at the end of the song “So Long, Farewell.” 7. APPLAUD : Clap to celebrate when Maria and the Captain finally kiss! 8. SHHHH : When the von Trapps are sneaking out before the festival. SHARE YOUR DROP OF GOLDEN SUN: Facebook  @TheSoundOfMusic @RodgersAndHammerstein  • Twitter (X)  @SoundOfMusic @RnH_Legacy Instagram  @SoundOfMusic @RodgersAndHammerstein  • TikTok  @RodgersAndHammerstein Threads  @SoundOfMusic  • Hashtag  #SoundOfMusic RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN Richard Rodgers (composer, 1902–1979) and Oscar Hammerstein II (librettist/lyricist, 1895–1960) joined forces in 1943 to create the most successful partnership in American musi- cal theater. Prior to their collaboration, Rodgers paired with lyricist Lorenz Hart to create dozens of musical comedies that epitomized wit and sophistication ( Pal Joey , On Your Toes , Babes In Arms , and more), while Hammerstein worked with several composers, bringing new life to operetta with Sigmund Romberg and Vincent Youmans, and crafting the groundbreaking clas- sic Show Boat with Jerome Kern. Oklahoma! , the first Rodgers & Hammerstein musical, revolu- tionized live theater, introducing an integrated form that became known as “the musical play.” The team went on to create a string of hits, in- cluding the stage musicals Carousel , South Pa- cific , The King and I , and The Sound of Music , the film State Fair , and the record-breaking television special Cinderella . Rodgers & Ham- merstein’s musicals have earned Tony, Oscar, Grammy, Emmy, Pulitzer, and Olivier Awards, and their work continues to thrive in theaters, concert halls, and cinemas around the world. The Sound ofMusic NorthAmerican Tour Coming this October to Chicago! For 65 years, The Sound of Music has been one of our “favorite things.” With its timeless story and irresistibly charming score, this Rodgers & Hammerstein classic isn’t just meant to be en- joyed—it’s meant to be shared. Now, a critically acclaimed North American stage tour brings the cherished musical to Chicago’s James M. Neder- lander Theatre from October 21 to November 2 to teach a new generation to sing. Directed by three-time Tony Award winner Jack O’Brien ( Hairspray ), this vibrant and romantic tale of Maria and the von Trapp family will captivate audiences with its universal themes of love, re- silience and the power of music. The Sound of Music features music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, and book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse, suggested by The Trapp Family Singers by Maria Augusta Trapp. Learn more at BroadwayInChicago.com RAVINIA.ORG  • RAVINIAMAGAZINE 81 COURTESYOFTHERODGERS&HAMMERSTEINORGANIZATION,ACONCORDCOMPANY