Fame 2019 - Articles Page 2

Run Time:
2 hours, 20 minutes (including intermission)
Opened: September 11, 2019
Closing: October 19, 2019

Fame - 2019 - West End History , Info & More

Peacock Theatre
Portugal St, Holborn London

The definitive 30th anniversary tour of Fame the Musical, starring Keith Jack and Jorgie Porter with Mica Paris, leaps on to the West End stage in September 2019.



Based on the 1980 phenomenal pop culture film, Fame The Musical is the international smash hit sensation following the lives of students at New York's High School For The Performing Arts as they navigate their way through the highs and lows, the romances and the heartbreaks and the ultimate elation of life.



This much loved classic has seen seven West End runs since opening on Broadway in 1988. Featuring the Oscar-winning title song and an outstanding cast of outstanding dancers, singers, musicians and actors, Fame The Musical will indeed live forever!

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Interview: Deon Releford-Lee of TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Ohio Theatre
by Paul Batterson - Apr 24, 2024


“People know me as this light, fun person. They have a hard time seeing me play a character like that because it’s so different from (who I am).” Deon Releford-Lee

JOURNEY and TOTO Come to Charlestron Coliseum in September
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2024


Journey will bring the Freedom Tour 2024 with special guest TOTO to Charleston Coliseum in September. The performance is on September 29, 2024.

Regina Spektor Reveals Limited-Run of Summer Tour Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2024


Regina Spektor, the acclaimed singer-songwriter, has announced a special series of performances set to grace stages this summer – An Evening with Regina Spektor. Produced by Live Nation, the eight city tour kicks off on July 24 at The Egg* in Albany, NY making stops across North America in Toronto, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Montclair, Boston, and Portland (Maine) before wrapping up in Stamford, CT at The Palace Stamford on August 3.

Peter Frampton Will Be Inducted Into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2024
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2024


Grammy Award-winning guitarist Peter Frampton will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s Class of 2024. Frampton, whose nomination marked his first appearance on the ballot to be considered for induction, will be amongst those honored at the ceremony in Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland this fall.

MEAN GIRLS, ANNIE & More Set for Pikes Peak Center 24-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2024


The 24–25 Season for Pikes Peak Center has been revealed. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Adam Guettel, Austin Pendleton and More Will Be Honored with Dramatists Guild Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 19, 2024


The Dramatists Guild previously announced that playwright Christopher Durang will receive a Lifetime Achievement award at this year’s ceremony. He will be joined by two additional recipients, George C. Wolfe and Emily Mann.

Keen Company to Present DIRECTORFEST in May At Theatre Row
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2024


Discover the talents of two emerging directors as Keen Company collaborates with The Drama League for DIRECTORFEST at Theatre Row. Learn more!

Video: Music Director & Conductor Alan Everman on La Mirada's JERSEY BOYS
by Joshua Wright - Apr 18, 2024


Go inside rehearsals with music director Alan Everman of 3-D Theatricals in association with La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts & McCoy Rigby Entertainment's production of JERSEY BOYS.

HADESTOWN, DEAR EVAN HANSEN, and More Set For the 2024-25 Season at the Robinson Center
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2024


Celebrity Attractions has announced the lineup for the 2024-25 season at the Robinson Center. The season kicks off in September 2024 with Peter Pan and continues through April 2025.

Dionne Warwick Comes to Soka Performing Arts Center in September
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2024


Dionne Warwick will perform one concert only at Soka Performing Arts Center on Sunday, September 29th, 2024, at 5 p.m. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, April 17 at 12 noon.

MEAN GIRLS, AIN'T TOO PROUD And More Announced for Broadway At Pikes Peak Center 2024-25 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2024


Discover the exciting new season lineup for the 24-25 Broadway at Pikes Peak Center series.

TINA �" THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Opens in Indianapolis April 30th
by Joshua Wright - Apr 16, 2024


Broadway in Indianapolis announced today that tickets for the national tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical are on sale now for 8 performances from April 30 - May 5, 2024.

MEAN GIRLS, AIN'T TOO PROUD And More Announced for Broadway In Thousand Oaks 2024-25 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2024


Discover the exciting new season lineup at 24-25 Broadway in Thousand Oaks. Get ready for a riveting mix of classic and contemporary performances that will captivate all theater enthusiasts.

AIN'T TOO PROUD, BEETLEJUICE & More Set for North Charleston Performing Arts Center 24-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2024


Discover the 2024 - 2025 Best of Broadway Season lineup at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.

Don McLean Drops Latest Single 'The Gypsy Road' From Forthcoming 'American Boys' Album
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2024


The Gypsy Road, the latest single from Grammy-award honoree Don McLean, is available to stream now. The album is available for pre-order, along with “The Gypsy Road” and the title track, which features Home Free. Paying tribute to his rock and roll heroes, McLean's new single honors those who paved the way. With thirteen tracks, American Boys is exactly what every Don McLean fan has been waiting for. Listen to the song here!

Laibach Share Two Track Single 'Opus Dei Live 1987-1989 PT. 1'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2024


LAIBACH has released a new two-track single, “Opus Dei Live 1987 - 1989 pt.1”,  featuring two unreleased live recordings: “Leben heisst Leben (Opus Dei)”  Live from London, Queen Elizabeth Hall, 1987 and “F.I.A.T. (Let It Be)”  Live from Paris, Espace Ornano, 1992. Both tracks are from the expanded edition of their 1987 album, Opus Dei, which is set to be released digitally on Mute on May 10, 2024. Listen to the tracks here!

Betty Buckley, Darren Criss and More To Headline Provincetown BROADWAY SERIES
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2024


Betty Buckley and Darren Criss will headline Town Hall performances as part of a revived and expanded Broadway music series produced by the Grammy and Emmy Award-winning artist John McDaniel. Find out the full schedule of Broadway stars

HADESTOWN, BACK TO THE FUTURE And More Announced for Hult Center Broadway In Eugene 24/25 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 11, 2024


The Hult Center for the Performing Arts has just announced its biggest ever season of the Broadway in Eugene series, featuring more shows and performances than ever before, as well as its first ever “first-run” presentation, featuring Back To The Future: The Musical straight from Broadway.

Video: Go Inside Rehearsals of JERSEY BOYS at La Mirada Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Apr 11, 2024


Go inside rehearsals for 3-D Theatricals in association with La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts & McCoy Rigby Entertainment's production of JERSEY BOYS, with book by Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice, music by Bob Gaudio, lyrics by Bob Crewe, musical direction by Allen Everman, choreography by Dana Solimando, and direction by T.J. Dawson.

Jonas Brothers Reschedule European Leg of 'The Tour'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 10, 2024


Important news for international Jonas Brothers fans! Due to unforeseen scheduling conflicts, the Jonas Brothers are shifting the European leg of THE TOUR to start in September. The full list of rescheduled European dates is available below. All previously purchased tickets will be honored for the new dates and additional tickets are on sale now.

THE BOOK OF MORMON, MEAN GIRLS And More Announced for 2024�"2025 Broadway Season At Fox Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2024


Discover the upcoming season at the Fox in Riverside, featuring a line-up of dazzling Broadway shows. Get the latest news and updates about the theater's 24-25 season.

Bryson Tiller and Elle King Added to Atlantic Union Bank After Hours 2024 Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2024


Two new shows have been added to the 2024 Concert Season at Atlantic Union Bank After Hours at the SERVPRO Pavilion in Doswell, Virginia. Bryson Tiller, R&B singer and rapper, is coming on Saturday, June 8, 2024 and country pop singer, Elle King, performs on Sunday, June 23, 2024.

Bernadette Peters & Lea Salonga Will Lead STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS in LA and on Broadway
by Joshua Wright - Apr 8, 2024


Center Theatre Group (CTG) announced today the North American premiere of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring Bernadette Peters (Gypsy, Annie Get Your Gun) and Lea Salonga (Miss Saigon, Here Lies Love), and directed by Sir Matthew Bourne (Swan Lake, My Fair Lady), playing at the Ahmanson Theatre from February 8—March 9, 2025. 

SC New Play Festival to Present Works From Gwon, Grays, Cabaret from Boykin, and More
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 6, 2024


The South Carolina New Play Festival has announced the 3rd annual festival. It will take place over four days, starting on Thursday, August 8, and will feature a wide range of musicals, plays, town halls, an outdoor variety stage, and will culminate in a Cabaret featuring Tony-nominee Phillip Boykin (Hadestown) on August 11.  

BWW Q&A: caryn desai of What the Constitution Means to Me at International City Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Apr 4, 2024


International City Theatre will present the fun, personal, and thought-provoking play that has been buzzing across America since its first premiere in March of 2019 on Broadway. Come join ICT from May 1-19 for this unforgettable theatrical event you don’t want to miss! International City Theatre is located at the Beverly O’ Neill Theater on 330 East Seaside Way in Long Beach.

Fame FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Fame and what's the order?
Pray I Make P.A.
Hard Work
I Want to Make Magic
Can't Keep It Down
Tyrone's Rap
Let's Play a Love Scene
There She Goes!
Fame
Bring on Tomorrow
The Teachers' Argument
I Gotta Find a Way
Think of Meryl Streep
Dancin' on the Sidewalk
These Are My Children
Lemme Out!
The Pas-de-Deux
In L.A.
Like Carmen, Not Me!
Mabel's Prayer
Hard Work
I Want To Make Magic
There She Goes/Fame
Let's Play A Love Scene
Bring On Tomorrow
The Teacher's Argument
Think Of Meryl Streep
Mabel's Prayer
Dancin' On The Sidewalk
These Are My Children
In L.A.

Other Productions of Fame

1989   Regional (US) World Premiere
Regional (US)
1995   West End Original London Production
West End
1999   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
2003   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Production
Off-Broadway
2009   2009 Motion Picture
2019   West End West End Production
West End

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