Art theater to screen ‘Sound of Music,’ O'Keeffe documentary

The Rehoboth Beach Film Society will host screenings of “The Sound of Music,” Rodgers & Hammerstein's iconic film, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 12 and 13, at the Cinema Art Theater. 

Meticulously restored and remastered in 4K for its 60th anniversary, the beloved classic is more brilliant than ever, with pristine picture and sound.

In the true-life story, Julie Andrews lights up the screen as Maria, a spirited young woman who leaves the convent and becomes a governess to the seven unruly children of Captain von Trapp (Christopher Plummer). Her warmth, charm and songs soon win the hearts of the children and their father. But when the threat of war rises, Maria is forced to attempt a daring escape with her new family. 

“The Sound of Music” features unforgettable treasures like “Edelweiss,” “My Favorite Things,” “Climb Ev’ry Mountain” and “Do-Re-Mi.”

The film society will also host screenings of “Georgia O’Keeffe: The Brightness of Light” Sunday, Sept. 14, and Thursday, Sept. 18. The compelling documentary explores the life and art of O'Keeffe, one of the most important artists of the 20th century. She became famous for her paintings of flowers and emerged as an iconic role model for women.

Following the film, Jamie Moore from the Rehoboth Art League will host a question-and-answer session. 

To learn more, go to rehobothfilm.com.