Callum Francis
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BIO
Callum opened in the Australian tour of KINKY BOOTS direct from the original London production at the Adelphi Theatre.
Callum won the best male actor in a musical at the 2017 Helpmann Awards. Previous to this Callum also won The Green Room award for Male Lead for the same role in KINKY BOOTS
After a phenomenal run in Australia Callum returned to the Uk to open the Uk Tour for a short period. In January 2019 Callum starred as Lola where it all began, at the Al Hirschfeld theatre on Broadway before ending his run as Lola at Stage 42 in NYC.
He is the only actor to play the role on 3 continents over 5 different companies.
Callum's other credits include Joe Scott in GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY. Roaul in THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. Cameron Mackintosh's London revival of MISS SAIGON and other West End productions such as Disney's THE LION KING, GHOST and NAKED BOYS SINGING.
Internationally Callum has toured with HAIR the musical and opened the Shanghai Culture Square with ULTIMATE BROADWAY.
Preceding his professional debut, Callum trained at Laine Theatre Arts, Epsom, Uk. Graduating in 2010.
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STAGE CREDITS
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Awards and Nominations
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Videos
VIDEO: KINKY BOOTS Off-Broadway Cast Performs 'Land Of Lola' on THE TODAY SHOW
by Michael Major - 2022-10-12 11:01:42
Photos & Video: First Look at Callum Francis, Christian Douglas & More in KINKY BOOTS Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-08-25 14:15:46
VIDEO: KINKY BOOTS and NYC's Youth Pride Chorus Perform 'Everybody Say Gay!'
by Stephi Wild - 2022-06-27 10:26:34
VIDEO: Andrew Lloyd Webber Talks THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Sydney & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-03-25 11:33:19
VIDEO: Shoshana Bean, George Salazar, and More Broadway Stars Perform 'Seasons of Love' in Honor of World Pride
by Stephi Wild - 2019-06-30 17:19:57
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at Australian Premiere of KINKY BOOTS; Opening Oct. 12
by Christina Mancuso - 2016-09-12 12:38:58
News
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 14, 2026
Titanique, inspired by the 1997 film Titanic and powered by the songs of Céline Dion, is now open on Broadway. Check out photos of the show's guests arriving on the red carpet here!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 20, 2026
Broadway's Andrew Keenan-Bolger is making a showstopping YA debut with Limelight, a poignant coming-of-age novel about identity, first love, and the power of the arts to help young people feel seen. Keenan-Bolger will celebrate the release with two special events in New York City.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2025
Art Lab will offer an industry presentation of SILK, a new musical created by Meg Fofonoff, with music and lyrics by Chilina Kennedy and Daniel Edmonds, and a book and additional lyrics by Eric Holmes. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 3, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Lee Roy Reams and more. See the full lineup here!
by Michael Major - May 7, 2025
Titanique creators Marla Mindelle and Constantine Rousouli will return to the Off-Broadway musical for its final two weeks Off-Broadway. The newly-minted Olivier Award winners co-wrote the musical with Tye Blue.
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 2, 2025
Stars came out for the big opening night celebration of Glengarry Glen Ross, including Darren Criss, Katie Holmes, Ansel Elgort, and many more.Check out photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 31, 2025
Stars hit the red carpet last week when the Sydney Theatre Company production of The Picture of Dorian Gray, starring Sarah Snook, officially opened on Broadway. Check out photos from the red carpet, which included special guests Chris Pine, Christine Baranski, Ariana DeBose, and more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2025
Amber Ardolino will begin performances as Celine Dion in Titanique at the Daryl Roth Theatre in March. Learn more about Ardolino in Titanique and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2025
You can now get a first look at photos of the new cast of Titanique at the Daryl Roth Theatre, including Dee Roscioli, Cassadee Pope and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 4, 2025
Joey Fatone, who's currently appearing in the company of & Juliet through March 16, recently paid a visit to the off-Broadway production of Titanique. Check out photo of him with the cast here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2025
Lea DeLaria and Andrew Keenan-Bolger will be joining Titanique at the Daryl Roth Theatre in Union Square! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2024
Last night, the smash hit Off-Broadway production of Titanique celebrated its 1000th performance at the Daryl Roth Theatre in NYC. A champagne toast celebration was held after the show. Check out photos from the celebration!
by - Dec 6, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 6, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2024
New Broadway and TV stars will be joining the cast of the Lortel Award-winning Best Musical, Titanique, just in time to celebrate 1000 performacnes. Learn more about who is joining the cast and see how to purchase tickets.
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 18, 2024
The Notebook officially opened at the Schoenfeld Theatre last week. Following the show's opening, the cast celebrated the big night at an after party at Tavern on the Green. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the celebration, and you can check out photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 18, 2024
The Notebook officially opened at the Schoenfeld Theatre last week. Opening night was held on March 14th, and BroadwayWorld was there! Check out photos of the VIPs arriving at the big night here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2024
Tony nominee John-Andrew Morrison (A Strange Loop) and Angie Schworer (Some Like It Hot, The Prom,) lead the cast of Salem, a new musical comedy.
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 24, 2023
Here Lies Love, the new musical from David Byrne and Fatboy Slim, officially opened on Broadway Thursday, July 20, at the Broadway Theatre. Check out photos from the show's opening night celebrations here!
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 22, 2023
Check out photos of Dylan Mulvaney, Spike Lee, H.E.R., Stephen Colbert, and more on the Here Lies Love opening night red carpet!
by Opening Night - Jun 24, 2023
Check out photos of Laura Benanti, Jane Krakowski, Telly Leung, Adrienne Warren, Tituss Burgess, and more as they walk the 'pink' carpet here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Callum Francis has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
Callum Francis has appeared on London's West End in 3 shows.
Callum Francis's first West End show was Miss Saigon which opened in 2014
Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Kinky Boots, Outstanding Lead Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Kinky Boots, Outstanding Lead Performer in a Musical (The Lortels) for Kinky Boots and Theatre World Awards (Theatre World Awards) for Kinky Boots.
Callum Francis has won several awards, including the 2016 Helpmann Award for Best Male Actor in a Supporting Role in a Musical for his performance in "Miss Saigon." He also received the 2019 Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Green Room Awards for his work in "The Lion King." In addition to these wins, Francis has received nominations for the 2016 Sydney Theatre Awards and the 2017 Helpmann Awards, further recognizing his contributions to the theater community.
