BYE BYE BIRDIE The Metropolitan Musical Theatre Company of SA Inc (aka “The Met”) The Arts Theatre Musical -- Note this is an archived listing for performances in the year 2017 -- Written By: Book by MICHAEL STEWART Music by CHARLES STROUSE Lyrics by LEE ADAMS Originally produced by EDWARD PADULA by arrangement with Hal Leonard Australia Pty Ltd Directed By: Gordon Combes Musical Director: Paul Sinkinson Choreographer: Carmel Vistoli The MET very proudly presents an all-time favourite Bye Bye Birdie in October 2017. Set at the height of the rock 'n' roll era, Bye Bye Birdie takes us to Sweet Apple, Ohio, where hip-thrusting rock 'n' roll heartthrob Conrad Birdie is scheduled to give a lucky Sweet Apple lady "One Last Kiss", who to the dismay of his fans, is being drafted into the Army. Conrad's rock 'n' roll ways send the small town reeling, giving the teens Birdie fever, shocking the parents with moral indignation, jealous boyfriends, and placing songwriter/agent Albert Peterson along with his savvy sweetheart, Rosie, right in the thick of things. The story was inspired by the incredible popularity of Elvis Presley and his induction into the Army in 1957. The MET welcomes Gordon Combes in his first role as Director, Paul Sinkinson as Musical Director and Carmel Vistoli as Choreographer. Director, Gordon Combes says: “I am excited to be directing this bright and fast paced musical that will leave the audience with a smile on their face and humming the well-known tunes. Bye Bye Birdie is a celebration of song and dance, paying homage to 1950’s American pop culture.” The upbeat score of Bye Bye Birdie features songs such as “Put On A Happy Face”, “A Lot of Livin’ To Do”, “The Telephone Hour”, “Kids” and “One Last Kiss”. Bye Bye Birdie was the winner of 4 Tony Awards, including Best Musical. If you loved Hairspray, you won’t want to miss Bye Bye Birdie. It’s fun loving, hilarious and wildly entertaining. Approx. Running Time: 2.5 hours Suitable for ages: Suitable for all ages Performance Dates: -- Note this is an archived listing for performances in the year 2017 -- 12-14 & 17-21 October 2017 – Evenings at 8 pm Special Price Night on Tuesday 17 October at 8 pm Matinee Saturdays 14 and 21 October at 2 pm Venue: The Arts Theatre, 53 Angas Street, Adelaide Bookings: -- Note this is an archived listing for performances in the year 2017 -- Website Bookings: www.metmusicals.com.au Phone Bookings: ring Carolyn on 0407 457 821 Pricing: Adults $34, Concession $28, Special Price Night ALL TICKETS $26 booking fee applies Group Bookings: 10+ Tickets $26.50 / Special Price Night $24.50 booking fee applies