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Photo Coverage: BILLY ELLIOT Opening Night Curtain Call
by Walter McBride - Nov 14, 2008


A hit in London and one of the most highly anticipated shows of the season, Billy Elliot officially opened at Broadway's Imperial Theatre last night, Thursday, November 13th. With music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall and directed by Stephen Daldry, this joyful musical lit up Broadway as Elton John joined the cast for the Opening Night bows. BroadwayWorld?s cameras caught the exciting moments as the curtain came down on a triumphant evening.

BILLY ELLIOT Earns Cheers on Broadway Opening Night
by Eddie Varley - Nov 14, 2008


Last night in New York, Thursday 13 November, Stephen Daldry's production of Billy Elliot The Musical opened on Broadway at the Imperial Theatre to rave reviews. Haydn Gwynne, who created the role on stage in London of Billy Elliot's dance teacher Mrs Wilkinson, made her Broadway debut and playing the title role of Billy Elliot was 13 year old Trent Kowalik from New York.

Photo Coverage: BILLY ELLIOT Dances to 'The View'
by Eddie Varley - Nov 13, 2008


On Tuesday, November 11th, Billy Elliot the Musical was featured on ABC's 'The View.' Composer Elton John, and stars David Alvarez,Trent Kowalik and Kiril Kulish joined the ladies of 'The View' to discuss the new musical.

Cast of BILLY ELLIOT Featured on THE VIEW 11/11
by BWW News Desk - Nov 11, 2008


On Tuesday, November 11th, Billy Elliot the Musical will be featured on ABC's 'The View.' Composer Elton John, and stars David Alvarez, Trent Kowalik and Kiril Kulish will join the ladies of 'The View' to discuss the new musical.

Cast of BILLY ELLIOT Featured on THE VIEW 11/11
by Faetra Petillo - Nov 10, 2008


On Tuesday, November 11th, Billy Elliot the Musical will be featured on ABC's 'The View.' Composer Elton John, and stars David Alvarez, Trent Kowalik and Kiril Kulish will join the ladies of 'The View' to discuss the new musical.

BILLY ELLIOT Featured on CBS's 'Sunday Morning' 11/9
by BWW News Desk - Nov 9, 2008


On Sunday, November 9th, Billy Elliot the Musical will be featured on CBS 'Sunday Morning.' Composer Elton John, director Stephen Daldry and stars David Alvarez, Trent Kowalik and Kiril Kulish sat down with CBS' Katie Couric to discuss the new musical. 'Sunday Morning' airs locally on channel 2 - WCBS in the tri-state area.

BILLY ELLIOT Featured on CBS's 'Sunday Morning' 11/9
by Faetra Petillo - Nov 7, 2008


On Sunday, November 9th, Billy Elliot the Musical will be featured on CBS 'Sunday Morning.' Composer Elton John, director Stephen Daldry and stars David Alvarez, Trent Kowalik and Kiril Kulish sat down with CBS' Katie Couric to discuss the new musical. 'Sunday Morning' airs locally on channel 2 - WCBS in the tri-state area.

Thousands of Live Design Professionals Attend LDI 2008; Award Winners Announced
by Faetra Petillo - Nov 4, 2008


Thousands of Live Design Professionals Attend LDI 2008; this year's strong attendance reaffirmed LDI's status as the leading US tradeshow and conference for live design professionals. LDI 2008 was held at the Las Vegas Convention Center, October 20-26, 2008 and featured professional training, new product introductions, and the industry's award presentations.

Photo Flash: Sneak Peek of BILLY ELLIOT, Opening on Broadway 11/13
by Reynard Loki - Oct 17, 2008


A hit in London and one of the most highly anticipated shows of the upcoming theatre season, Billy Elliot began preview performances on October 1, 2008. With music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall and directed by Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot the Musical opens at Broadway's Imperial Theatre (240 W 45th St) Thursday, November 13th.

Photo Coverage: First Broadway Preview of 'Billy Elliot'
by Walter McBride - Oct 2, 2008


A hit in London and one of the most highly anticipated shows of the upcoming theatre season, Billy Elliot began preview performances last night, October 1, 2008. With music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall and directed by Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot the Musical opens at Broadway's Imperial Theatre on Thursday, November 13th.

'BIlly Elliot' Celebrates Broadway Premiere in UK by Releasing 300,000 New Tickets
by Faetra Petillo - Oct 1, 2008


To celebrate the show's Broadway premiere, 300,000 new tickets will be released for sale on 1 October for the London production of Billy Elliot the Musical, taking bookings to 24 October 2009.

'Billy Elliot' Soars at the Imperial Starting Tonight, 10/1
by Faetra Petillo - Oct 1, 2008


A hit in London and one of the most highly anticipated shows of the upcoming theatre season, Billy Elliot the Musical begins preview performances tonight, October 1, 2008. With music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall and directed by Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot the Musical opens at Broadway's Imperial Theatre (240 W 45th St) Thursday, November 13th.

12 Year Old Dancer Admitted to Iowa University; Being Eyed for 'Billy Elliot'
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 3, 2008


Alex Ko was recently admitted to Iowa University's dance program at the tender age of 12-years-old.

Holland and Pflueger Are West End's Two New 'Billy Elliots '
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 28, 2008


om Holland (age 12 from Kingston-upon-Thames) and Tanner Pflueger (age 13 from Norfolk, Nebraska, USA) are to join the cast of the Billy Elliot the Musical next month to play the title role following in the footsteps of Jamie Bell who created the iconic role on film, and sixteen other boys who have played Billy on stage at the Victoria Palace Theatre.

Photo Coverage: Cast of 'Billy Elliot' Meet and Greet the Press
by Walter McBride - Jul 29, 2008


On July 29th, 2008 the cast and creative team of the upcoming Broadway musical 'Billy Elliot' met the press. With music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall and directed by Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot the Musical opens at Broadway's Imperial Theatre (240 W 45th St) Thursday, November 13th.

Full Cast Announced for BILLY ELLIOT; Gwynne, Jbara, Shelley
by BWW News Desk - Jul 15, 2008


The full cast of the Broadway production of Billy Elliot the Musical has been announced by Universal Pictures Stage Productions, Working Title Films and Old Vic Productions in association with Weinstein Live Entertainment.

Photo Flash: New West End 'Billy Elliot'
by BWW News Desk - Jun 23, 2008


Today, Monday 23 June 2008, thirteen year-old Fox Jackson-Keen will make his West End Stage debut in the title role in the multi-award winning Billy Elliot the Musical.

Photo Coverage: Preview Performance of 'Billy Elliot'
by Walter McBride - Apr 23, 2008


On April 22nd Broadway's three Billy Elliots, for BILLY ELLIOT- THE MUSICAL were introduced to the public, and gave a special preview performance of the show.

Photo Coverage: 'Billy Elliot' Meet & Greet
by Walter McBride - Apr 23, 2008


On April 22nd the press met David Alvarez, Kiril Kulish and Trent Kowalik the three boys set to alternate the role of Billy Elliot.

Casting Announced For 'Billy Elliot'
by BWW News Desk - Apr 22, 2008


The New York Times has reported that three boys have been chosen to play the title role of Billy Elliot. They are David Alvarez from Montreal, Kiril Kulish and Trent Kowalik. They will alternate performances when the musical opens on October 1st 2008.

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