House Lights Down, Cue Orchestra. The Curtain Rises. Broadway Season Kicks Off in Dayton!
It’s that magical time of year again… when the stage lights warm up, the orchestra tunes, and the stories we love come alive right before our eyes. The Broadway in Dayton season begins this week, opening with a timeless favorite: The Sound of Music. Whether you’ve seen it a dozen times or you’re hearing “Do-Re-Mi” for the first time in a theatre, there’s nothing quite like experiencing it live… the music, the emotion, the collective hush before the curtain rises.
What’s even more magical? You can actually step into the world of The Sound of Music in real life. The beloved film was shot throughout Salzburg, Austria, and travelers today can visit many of those iconic locations — from the Mirabell Gardens, where the Von Trapp children sang “Do-Re-Mi,” to the majestic lakes and hills that inspired Julie Andrews’ unforgettable opening scene. While the movie took a few creative liberties from the real Von Trapp family’s story, the essence of courage, love, and music remains beautifully true.
If you’ve ever dreamed of walking in the footsteps of Maria and Captain Von Trapp, Mayfield & Co. Travel can make it happen. We design personalized or group tours through Austria, Germany, and all the must-see European destinations — whether you want to explore history, architecture, or, of course, the melodies that have inspired generations. Let’s talk about Adventures by Disney. They offer a Danube River cruise, that I have done… the entire experience was fantastic. Of course since the rights belong there, why not tie all of the storytelling into your vacation with the best storyteller there is.
The start of a new theatre season here in Dayton reminds us just how important the arts are — not only to our local community, but to the soul of travel itself. Supporting the performing arts whether local productions, national tours, or the bright lights of Broadway… keeps creativity thriving and stories alive for the next generation.
At Mayfield & Co. Travel, we know that for some, theatre is the destination. We love crafting custom itineraries for travelers heading to New York City, weaving in several shows to feed that hunger for live performance. From Wicked to Hamilton, Moulin Rouge! to the next breakout hit, we’ll help you build a getaway that hits all the right notes.
So as The Sound of Music opens here in Dayton, let it be your invitation to embrace the arts — from our hometown stage to the hills of Austria and the heart of Broadway.
Because at Mayfield & Co. Travel, we believe the world is your stage — and the show must go on.
