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Julie Andrews on Tour
Julie Andrews is one of the most beloved actresses and singers of all time. She's also a children's book author, with 2010's The Very Fairy Princess hitting No. 1 on the New York Times best-seller list; a co-creator of the Netflix show Julie's Greenroom; and more recently an engaging live speaker. Although in the past she embarked on traditional concert tours, she now tends to hit the road as a storyteller. In 2019, Andrews supported her second autobiography, Home Work: A Memoir of My Hollywood Years, with dates during which she discussed her illustrious acting days.
About Julie Andrews
Born in 1935 in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, Julie Andrews was a vocal prodigy with a four-octave voice. Naturally, she started singing professionally as a child, as her mom and stepfather were also performers. Andrews famously sang the opera aria "Je suis Titania" at age 12 and performed for King George VI and Queen Elizabeth at age 13.
Andrews turned her attention to the stage and, specifically, Broadway, debuting there at age 18 and then landing the role of Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady. Television work followed, as did more stage musicals, although Andrews became a global superstar thanks to her film work. Most notably, she won the 1965 Academy Award for Best Actress and a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Comedy or Musical for portraying the whimsical Mary Poppins. She then portrayed plucky Maria von Trapp in the movie adaptation of The Sound of Music.
In the ensuing decades, Andrews worked steadily, alternating between film and TV roles, although she returned to Broadway for 1995's Victor/Victoria. She was introduced to a whole new generation of fans by portraying Queen Clarisse Renaldi in the Anne Hathaway hit The Princess Diaries and providing the voice of Queen Lillian in Shrek 2. Awards also poured in: In 2000, Queen Elizabeth II recognized her performing arts career by making Andrews a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire; the following year, Andrews received Kennedy Center Honors; and in 2011, she earned a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. In a full-circle moment, she directed a production of My Fair Lady in 2016 at the Sydney Opera House.
Seeing Julie Andrews anywhere is a dream come true! But The Chicago Theater location was perfect. Within 1/2 a block from a great parking garage and Macy’s, and a block from dinner! Loved it!!
While Julie I thought was absolutely wonderful. I would have preferred to just listen to her tell her stories. Maybe even a sneak peek into the book - heck I would have loved to have been able to purchase the book onsite. The moderator asked the most irrelevant questions. "what was it like working with XXX" - What on earth is she going to say? Oh him? he was a jerk? or her? she was a pain? - Julie Andrews is a professional she is not about to bad mouth another person on stage. When she was able to tell a story, about Carol B, or her husband Blake - she lit up & was simply lovely. I wanted more of that & less of the nonsense questions.
Julie is a legend and it was great to see and hear her talk about her career.
Julie Andrews was phenominal. I saw her once before many years ago in another Q & A. This was so much better. She was so down to earth and open about her life & career. It was well worth the price of admission!!!
Dame Julie Andrews was engaging and lovely and warm and an inspiration. Life doesn’t end when apart of our life ends. We rediscover ourselves and reinvent ourselves. We stay true to ourselves and those we love.
Loved Julie Andrews! Dean Richards was an excellent “interviewer” - they seemed very comfortable talking to each other and the audience. My only suggestion...they needed comfortable chairs to sit in - not high director chairs!
Julie Andrews was an absolute joy. She was full of life and fun and very down to earth and open about sharing her life that wasn't always sunshine and roses. She told some great stories and felt like she really wanted to be there. The screen they used really helped to make sure everyone could see her and the program was a good amount of time and didnt feel rushed. All of the staff of the theater were very kind, helpful and efficient. Worth the money. Thank you!
Nothing can compare to spending an evening with the legendary Julie Andrews! Her humorous stories about her films & plays were a delight, her passion for causes close to her heart are inspiring. How she balances work & home life make her seen so real.... in fact, as she talked one forgets she’s a superstar and feels you are chatting with a friend, especially as she answered questions from the audience. Her daughter Emma ( co-authorif Julie’s new big) did a great job in organizing the questions with such a good flow. The montage of scenes from her work over the years was fantastic, especially the music we all enjoy. The tribute to husband Blake brought us all to tears. I’ve seen Julie in concert twice and attended 3 of her talking engagements over the years and each of these events are memories I’ll treasure forever. It was heartwarming to see how much love & respect everyone has for Julie.
First of all the venue was gorgeous. Very 'glamorous' old Hollywood feeling. Nice bathroom facilities. And the staff were all SO nice and helpful. And of course Miss Andrews was unbelievable as I knew she would be. I've loved her forever and my 26 year old daughter also fell in love with her and insisted we attend. She feels like your best friend as she was asked questions from the audience and just told stories like it was the two of you sitting over dinner and drinks. So witty and clever and the stories were so interesting. And I'm amazed at what all she can remember considering all the life experiences she has had. It was one of the most wonderful events I've ever been to and I would certainly go again if I had the chance.
So glad to share this once in a lifetime evening with my mother and friends. It was magical.
Julie Andrews was delightful! Such an engaging and natural speaker, she had no trouble answering questions generated by the crowd just prior to the show. She was witty and personal, and so very charming! Her daughter made a nice “straight man” - feeding her the questions, keeping them on track, and only occasionally interjecting her own thoughts. The montage clips were a nice touch; although not a replacement for her live singing, it was still quite moving. The venue was perfect, and the crowd was energized and interactive. It was a lovely evening.
Julie Andrews is a true gem! Loved hearing the stories from her amazing career along with stories from her daughter. The format of questions from the audience was great because it was many of the same questions I had!
Wonderful evening. Greatest actress of all time. The world loves this woman. Pure elegance. She was graceful and thankful. I’ve been in love with her my whole life.
Julie Andrews was well worth the cost of tickets. She was delightful- one of our last iconic entertainers!
This event was wonderful! It was delightful to hear Julie humbly share her memories of such a diverse and acclaimed career. She seems so down to earth despite the fame she has achieved, which makes her accomplishments even more outstanding. I love that she responded to questions that she has probably been asked many times before so graciously and as if they had never been asked before. I cannot wait to read her new book. While she may no longer sing, she can still perform and she can certainly write. I love her even more after this event!
Ms. Andrews and her daughter were an absolute delight! It felt as though they were having you over for tea and a nice chat after a too long absence. She was everything I dreamed and more! As my friend said, “A little sassy and super classy!” Also, the venue was beautiful - nearby (reasonably priced!) parking, not overly crowded, and accessible facilities. I will certainly visit there again!
I was seated on the 2nd balcony, which was up very high , but I could see very well, and the video screen helped so much for seeing Julie up close !
What a great event! It was great to see Julie Andrews as her authentic self!
Julie Andrews has always been a good interview--elegant, classy, funny with a touch of naughty and bawdy. That combination, along with her seemingly endless acting, singing and writing talents, is why she's been an international treasure for so many years. Mary McNamara's questions delving into Andrews' Hollywood years (featured in her latest book, HOME WORK), were perfect set-ups for witty and insightful responses into a fascinating life and career. The audience at the sold-out Orpheum Theatre could not have been more loving and appreciative.
Mary McNamara and Julie Andrews gave a very entertaining and enlightening talk on Nov 18 at the Orpheum Theater. I enjoyed the questions asked by Mary and Julie's answers were funny and poignant. A very enjoyable evening. Thanks to you both.
