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Carole King

Birth Place: Brooklyn, NY, USA

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The inspiration behind the Tony-winning musical "Beautiful," Carole King is one of popular music's most beloved singer-songwriters. Pop music would be very different without the contributions of Carole King, who wrote her first #1 hit at age 17 with Gerry Goffin, "Will You Love Me Tomorrow," for the Shirelles. The dozens of chart hits Goffin and King wrote during this period became legendary, but it was 1971's Tapestry that took King to the pinnacle, speaking personally to her contemporaries and providing a spiritual musical backdrop to the decade. More than 400 of her compositions have been recorded by over 1,000 artists, resulting in 100 hit singles and 6 Grammys.


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Broadway Production, 1993
Mrs. Johnstone [Replacement]

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BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Comes to The Wick Theatre

The Tony and Grammy Award-winning show, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, will grace the stage of The Wick Theatre. This inspiring true story charts Carole King's journey from teenage songwriter to Rock & Roll Hall of Fame icon.
BEAUTIFUL Comes to the Lyric Theatre in July

Beautiful is coming to the Lyric Theatre this summer. Experience the inspiring true story that created the soundtrack of a generation! Beautiful traces music hit-maker Carole King's journey from teenage songwriter to chart-topping solo artist.
Drury Lane Theatre Presents BEAUTIFUL- THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Beginning January 29

Drury Lane Theatre has announced casting for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, a heartwarming journey through Carole King's inspirational life story, where her music shines as a beacon of hope and personal growth, playing January 29 – March 23, 2025.
Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Awards

Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Central New York Awards

Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central New York Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
Chicago Theatre Week Tickets on Sale Today

Tickets will go on sale at 10am on Tuesday. January 7, 2025, for Chicago Theatre Week (#CTW25), an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago during which visitors and residents can access value-priced tickets.
Taylor Iman Jones, Alex Wyse, Jade McLeod And More To Be Featured On WINNER Concept EP

New York Theatre Barn's record label, Theatre Barn Records, will record a concept EP of the original musical Winner, featuring Taylor Iman Jones (Six, Head Over Heels), Jade McLeod (Jagged Little Pill), and Alex Wyse (Good Night, Oscar, Spring Awakening).
Cast Set for HEARTBREAK HOTEL at The John W. Engeman Theater

The John W. Engeman Theater has revealed the cast and creative team of HEARTBREAK HOTEL. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets to the production.
Bob Dylan Items Seen in A COMPLETE UNKNOWN Going Up for Auction

Coinciding with the new film, Julien's Auctions is hosting an auction event with Bob Dylan items previously preserved in the Al Aronowitz Archive. Highlights from the collection include typewritten drafts of the lyrics to “Mr. Tambourine Man,' an early Dylan oil painting, early vintage photographs, and more.
Exclusive: Sara Bareilles Reflects on Kennedy Center Concert, New Experiences, and the Year Ahead

Ahead of Sara Bareilles' PBS concert, BroadwayWorld sat down with the performer and songwriter to discuss planning the concert, performing with her musical heroes, and her thoughts as she looks ahead to a new year.
Chicago Theatre Week Tickets On Sale In January

Tickets go on sale at 10am on Tuesday. January 7, 2025, for Chicago Theatre Week (#CTW25), an annual celebration of the rich tradition of theatre-going in Chicago during which visitors and residents can access value-priced tickets. Chicago Theatre Week is February 6-16, 2025. 
THE ROCKY HORROR SKIVVIES SHOW Comes To Laguna Playhouse This January

“The Skivvies” return to Laguna Playhouse with this concert celebration of the 1973 cult musical, The Rocky Horror Show this January.
Theater Director and Producer Bobby Garcia Dies at Age 55

Bobby Garcia, the celebrated theater director and producer whose works enriched stages across Asia and Canada, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, in Vancouver, Canada. He was 55 years old.
TITANIQUE Extends at Toronto's CAA Theatre

The all-Canadian production of Titanîque began performances at Toronto’s CAA theatre on December 5, and has now been extended. Learn more about how to get tickets here!
Cory Jeacoma, Aaron Arnell Harrington, And Karl Josef Co To Star In S.I.M.P.S. " A New Musical

Self Improvement and Male Preservation Society, or S.I.M.P.S. – A New Musical has announced the star-studded cast for its limited engagement at IRT Theater (154 Christopher Street, 3rd Floor, New York, NY) in Manhattan's West Village from Friday, January 24 – Sunday, Feb 2, 2025. 
Say Darling, Kathleen Parks & More Are Coming to The Spire Center

The Spire Center for Performing Arts in Plymouth, Massachusetts has revealed four new shows, including Kathleen Parks and many more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets!
Kyra Kennedy to Reprise Her Role as Carole King in BEAUTIFUL at Axelrod PAC

Kyra Kennedy will reprise her starring role in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, which runs at the Axelrod Performing Arts Center. The production, originally slated for a three-week run, has just been extended for an additional week. Learn more!
Broadway Buying Guide: December 16, 2024- WICKED and HAMILTON Are on Top

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 16, 2024.
FUNNY GIRL Comes to the Overture Center This Month

FUNNY GIRL is coming to Overture Center for the Arts in Madison, Wis., for a limited one-week engagement beginning December 31. Learn more about about the musical and find out how to get tickets here!
Review: A VERY NAUGHTY CHRISTMAS at Alex Theatre, St Kilda

What did our critic think of A Very Naughty Christmas at Alex Theatre, St Kilda?

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Carole King been in?

Carole King has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Carole King been in?

Carole King has not appeared in the West End.

How many shows has Carole King written?

Carole King has written 3 shows including Really Rosie (Composer), Tapestry: The Music of Carole King (Lyricist), Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Composer).

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