Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella

Overview

In March 2013, a new Rodgers and Hammerstein musical opened on Broadway. New to Broadway, but based on a TV musical that was first written nearly sixty years before and beloved by audiences all over the world. It was Rodgers + Hammersteins Cinderella which very quickly became the belle of the ball of the Broadway season, winning cheers for its fresh take on a timeless classic.

Authors

Oscar Hammerstein II

Oscar Hammerstein II was born on July 12, 1895 in New York City. His father, William, was a theatre manager and for many years director of Hammerstein's Victoria, the most popular vaudeville theatre of its day. His uncle, Arthur Hammerstein, was a successful Broadway producer ...

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Richard Rodgers

Richard Rodgers' contribution to the musical theatre of his day was extraordinary, and his influence on the musical theatre of today and tomorrow is legendary. His career spanned more than six decades, his hits ranging from the silver screens of Hollywood to the bright light ...

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