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Billy Boyle is an Irish actor and singer on British film, television and stage. His recording career included five 45rpm singles for the Decca and Columbia labels, including the novelty song "My Baby's Crazy 'Bout Elvis" (Decca F 11503) in 1962. He is a veteran of the West End stage, having played leading roles in over 15 hit shows.

In his first West End musical, Maggie May, he was nominated as best newcomer. He went on to play leading roles in No Sex Please, We're British, Billy, What's a Nice Country, The Rivals, Love, Lust, & Marriage, Some Like It Hot, Disney's Beauty and the Beast, and in the original cast of Dirty Dancing. Lately he has appeared as Grandpa George and Grandpa Joe in Charlie and The Chocolate Factory at Drury Lane. In 2010, he was the Mysterious Man in the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre production of Into the Woods.

In 2016, he was Major Bouvier and Norman Vincent Peale in the smash hit Grey Gardens. He followed this playing Arvide in Guys and Dolls at the Phoenix Theatre in the West End. He has had his own very successful television series in Ireland, It's Billy Boyle, as well as leading roles in Trail of Guilt, the award-winning The Grass Arena and The Bretts, as well as many guest appearances in EastEnders, The Professionals, Coronation Street, Father Ted, etc.

In the late 1970s, Boyle was cast as Ronald McDonald in the European TV commercials and in all print media for the fast-food chain McDonald's. He was the last 'straight man' to Basil Brush on BBC1's The Basil Brush Show and later presented Dance Crazy for ITV, on the history of dance, with Lesley Judd. He was seen in Dirk Gently and Lead Balloon.

His films include Stanley Kubrick's Barry Lyndon, Groupie Girl, Side by Side, Wild Geese II, The Scarlet and the Black, Round Ireland with a Fridge and A United Kingdom.

Billy Boyle STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
London Return Engagement, 2019
Theodore Whitman

[West End]
National Theatre Premiere, 2017
Theodore Whitman

[West End]
Original London Production, 2006
Mr. Schumacher

[West End]
London Revival, 1992
Performer

[West End]
Original London Production, 1974
Performer

[West End]
Original London Production, 1968
Absalon

The Clerk of Oxford

The Young Knight

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1938
Boy [Replacement]

Dictator [Replacement]

Private Gams [Replacement]


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2018 FOLLIES Cast Recording is Now Available At The NT Bookshop


Following the final performance of Follies in the Olivier on 11 May, the National Theatre announces the CD release of Stephen Sondheim's legendary musical Follies - 2018 National Theatre Cast Recording this Friday, 17 May.

Last Chance To See Stephen Sondheim's FOLLIES At The National Theatre


Follies returns to the NT for its final eight performances at the National Theatre on 6 May. Stephen Sondheim's legendary musical includes such classic songs as 'Broadway Baby', 'I'm Still Here' and 'Losing My Mind'. Featuring a cast of 40 and an orchestra of 21, Follies is directed by Dominic Cooke.

National Theatre Announces Listings For May - October 2019


National Theatre has announced its listings for May - October 2019. Check out the full lineup below!

What Did Critics Think of the National's FOLLIES?


After a sold-out run, Follies returns to the NT in 2019. Let's see what the critics had to say.

Photo Flash: First Look at National Theatre's FOLLIES


After a sold-out run, Follies returns to the NT in 2019. Stephen Sondheim's legendary musical includes such classic songs as 'Broadway Baby', 'I'm Still Here' and 'Losing My Mind'. Featuring a cast of 40 and an orchestra of 21, Follies is directed by Dominic Cooke. Tracie Bennett, Janie Dee and Peter Forbes return to reprise their roles, with Alexander Hanson and Joanna Riding joining the cast as Ben and Sally.

Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal For The National Theatre's FOLLIES


After a sold-out run, Follies returns to the NT in 2019. Stephen Sondheim's legendary musical includes such classic songs as 'Broadway Baby', 'I'm Still Here' and 'Losing My Mind'. Featuring a cast of 40 and an orchestra of 21, Follies is directed by Dominic Cooke. Tracie Bennett, Janie Dee and Peter Forbes return to reprise their roles, with Alexander Hanson and Joanna Riding joining the cast as Ben and Sally.

Warner Classics and National Theatre Present the FOLLIES 2018 Cast Recording


WARNER CLASSICS and the NATIONAL THEATRE announce the digital download and streaming release of Stephen Sondheim's legendary musical FOLLIES - 2018 National Theatre Cast Recording today.

National Theatre Announces Lineup For First Half of 2019


The National Theatre has announced its upcoming lineup for the first half of 2019.

Full Cast Announced for FOLLIES at National Theatre


After a sold-out run, Follies returns to the NT in 2019. Stephen Sondheim's legendary musical includes such classic songs as 'Broadway Baby', 'I'm Still Here' and 'Losing My Mind'. Featuring a cast of 40 and an orchestra of 21, Folliesis directed by Dominic Cooke. Tracie Bennett, Janie Dee and Peter Forbes return to reprise their roles, with Alexander Hanson and Joanna Riding joining the cast as Ben and Sally.

National Theatre Announces Casting for MACBETH, THE GREAT WAVE, JOHN and More


Dates and casting have announced for new National Theatre season!

VIDEO: Behind the Scenes with FOLLIES - What Is Sondheim's Classic Musical About?


Including such classic songs as Broadway Baby, I'm Still Here and Losing My Mind, Stephen Sondheim's legendary musical FOLLIES is being staged for the first time at the National Theatre. Tracie Bennett, Janie Dee and Imelda Staunton play the magnificent Follies in this dazzling new production. Featuring a cast of 37 and an orchestra of 21, the production is directed by Dominic Cooke (Ma Rainey's Black Bottom). In the video below, get a look behind the scenes with the company talking about what this classic musical is about!

Photo Flash: First Look At FOLLIES At The National Theatre!


1971, New York. There's a party on the stage of the Weissman Theatre. Tomorrow the iconic building will be demolished. Thirty years after their final performance, the Follies girls gather to have a few drinks, sing a few songs and lie about themselves. See production pictures!

Stephen Sondheim to Visit National Theatre Ahead of FOLLIES Production Next Week


Ahead of the NT's dazzling new production of Follies, multi-award-winning composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim talks to Jeremy Sams about his legendary musical on Tuesday 22 August, 6pm at Dorfman Theatre.

Photo Flash: In Rehearsals for FOLLIES at National Theatre


1971, New York. There's a party on the stage of the Weissman Theatre. Tomorrow the iconic building will be demolished. Thirty years after their final performance, the Follies girls gather to have a few drinks, sing a few songs and lie about themselves.

National Theatre Announces June 2017-January 2018 Season


National Theatre has announced today the new season for June 2017 - January 2018. Take a look at the shows coming to the theatre!

Full Casting Announced for FOLLIES at National Theatre


1971, New York. There's a party on the stage of the Weismann Theatre. Tomorrow the iconic building will be demolished. Thirty years after their final performance, the Follies girls gather to have a few drinks, sing a few songs and lie about themselves.

OSLO, JANE EYRE, and More Part of National Theatre's Newest Season


National Theatre has just announced its newest season line-up. Check out what's coming below!

BWW Interview: Russell Grant Talks STRICTLY and THE GOLDEN AGE OF DANCE


Since winning hearts during his stint on Strictly Come Dancing, partnered by Flavia Cacace, actor and astrologer Russell Grant has starred in Hairspray, Grease and The Wizard of Oz. He's now hosting The Golden Age of Dance, a celebration of great dance numbers from classic films like Top Hat, Follow the Fleet, Swing Time and Shall We Dance, featuring a company of West End dancers and The Novello Orchestra. The show is at Theatre Royal Drury Lane on 13 November and Wales Millennium Centre on 15 November.

Nigel Lindsay to Replace Richard Kind in GUYS AND DOLLS in the West End, Performances Begin Tonight


Nigel Lindsay will take over for Richard Kind as 'Nathan Detroit' in GUYS AND DOLLS at the Phoenix Theatre, beginning tonight May 24, the Daily Mail reports.

Billy Boyle FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Billy Boyle been in?

Billy Boyle has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Billy Boyle been in?

Billy Boyle has appeared on London's West End in 8 shows.

What was Billy Boyle's first West End show?

Billy Boyle's first West End show was Canterbury Tales which opened in 1968

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