Ocean City Theatre Company presents a ‘Grand Night’ of Rodgers & Hammerstein classics Oct. 9 – 18
Ocean City Theatre Company (OCTC) will bring the timeless music of Rodgers & Hammerstein to the stage this Oct. 9-18 with its professional production of “A Grand Night for Singing,” a joyful and romantic musical revue celebrating some of the most beloved songs in Broadway history.
Featuring a talented cast of professional performers, “A Grand Night for Singing” showcases the unforgettable music of legendary songwriting team Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II, whose groundbreaking collaborations helped define the Golden Age of musical theatre.
The production features beloved selections from classic musicals including “Oklahoma!,” “Carousel,” “South Pacific,” “The King and I,” “Cinderella,” “Flower Drum Song” and “State Fair,” along with other Rodgers & Hammerstein favorites.
The revue was conceived by Tony Award-winning director Walter Bobbie, with musical arrangements by Fred Wells. Rather than telling a single story, Bobbie’s concept brings together songs from across the Rodgers & Hammerstein canon and reimagines them in fresh and inventive ways. The original production premiered on Broadway in 1993 and received two Tony Award nominations, including Best Musical. “A Grand Night for Singing” is presented with permission from Concord Theatricals.
“This is a show that reminds us just how extraordinary the Rodgers & Hammerstein songbook is,” said Michael Hartman, OCTC founding artistic director. “These are songs that audiences have grown up with, but ‘A Grand Night for Singing’ allows us to hear them in a fresh and exciting way. It is sophisticated, funny, romantic and filled with beautiful music. We are thrilled to bring a professional production of this wonderful revue to Ocean City.”
Whether audiences are longtime Rodgers & Hammerstein devotees or simply looking for an entertaining outing of live theatre, OCTC’s fall production promises an evening filled with great live music, talented performers and the timeless magic of Broadway.
Performance schedule
Friday, Oct. 9 – 7 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 10 – 7 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 11 – 2 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 16 – 7 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 17 – 7 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 18 – 2 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier – 825 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ
Tickets are 20–25 and are available at oceancitytheatrecompany.com or can be purchased at the door starting 45 minutes prior to curtain.
OCTC, now preparing to celebrate its 20th Anniversary in 2027, has built a reputation for bringing professional musical theatre to the Jersey Shore while providing audiences with opportunities to experience talented performers close to home.
“Part of our mission has always been to bring exceptional musical theatre to Ocean City and create memorable experiences for our audiences,” Hartman added. “‘A Grand Night for Singing’ is a perfect example of that mission. It gives us an opportunity to celebrate some of the greatest songs ever written while showcasing an outstanding professional cast.”
Founded in 2007, Ocean City Theatre Company is a nonprofit professional theatre and performing arts education organization dedicated to bringing high-quality musical theatre and educational opportunities to audiences and students throughout the South Jersey region. OCTC presents professional Broadway-style productions featuring nationally auditioned talent, along with year-round theatre, music and dance education programs for young performers.
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