1.First, Julie Andrews was always at the top of the list for the role of Maria von Trapp. According to The Sound of Music: The Making of America's Favorite Musical, writer Ernest Lehman said, "As far ...

When The Sound of Music premiered in 1965, fans across the globe were enchanted by the von Trapp family’s catchy tunes and impeccably coordinated outfits. The film — available to stream on Disney+ — ...

Though it may be one of the most acclaimed movie musicals of all time, The Sound of Music is not without its controversy. Released in 1965, the film tells the story of Maria (Julie Andrews), a flighty ...

The opening lyrics to “The Sound of Music” are more than just artful phrases set to lovely music for Kara Staiger. It’s a link to her past. “My family still owns this piece of property where one of my ...