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Francis Thomas Avallone (born September 18, 1940), better known as Frankie Avalon, is an American actor, singer, and former teen idol. He had 31 charting U.S. Billboard singles from 1958 to late 1962, including number one hits, "Venus" and "Why" in 1959. He is the earliest surviving singer to have scored a solo number one hit on the Billboard Hot 100.



Avalon started appearing in films in the 1960s; he is well-known for having appeared in the Beach party films of this decade and for a supporting role in the 1978 musical film Grease, in which he sings the song "Beauty School Dropout".

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Alberta Bair Theater Reveals 2024-2025 Season

The stage is alive in 24-25! Alberta Bair Theater has announced its 2024-2025 season packed with top-notch entertainment. Learn more about the full lineup here!
Frankie Avalon Returns to the Studio After 45 Years; New Music Coming May 18

In a remarkable comeback that echoes through the annals of music history, the legendary Frankie Avalon is making an extraordinary return to the recording studio after a hiatus of 45 years. A musical luminary since the late 1950s, Avalon has been an integral part of American pop culture, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment industry.
JERSEY BOYS, THE LITTLE MERMAID & More Set for La Mirada Theatre Spring Lineup

La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts has revealed its spring lineup! Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.
ALWAYS OLIVIA Will Celebrate Olivia Newton-John at the Raue Center

Always Olivia, a tribute to one of the most celebrated and beloved pop culture icons of all time, the late Olivia Newton-John comes to Raue Center on Saturday, May 11 at 7 pm.
Gladys Knight, THE NUTCRACKER & More Set for La Mirada Theatre Holiday & 2024 Programming

Discover the exciting lineup of holiday shows and special events at LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS. Get ready for a season filled with entertainment and mark your calendars for the unmissable performances in 2024.
Feature: AMERIKAANSE GREASE ACTEURS VERRASSEN NEDERLANDSE MUSICALCAST!

De Amerikaanse Grease-acteurs Didi Conn, die in de filmhit de rol van Frenchy speelde, en Frankie Avalon (Teen Angel) hebben de Nederlandse musicalcast verrast en gefeliciteerd met de verkoop van 150.000 kaarten.
Review: New Tampa Players Present GREASE

It's a hit or miss show, but the youthful cast and the new performing arts facility make it worth your while.
Douglas Sills, Kara Lindsay, Beth Malone & More to Star in GENIUS: A NEW MUSICAL COMEDY Staged Reading

Ogunquit Playhouse will present a staged reading of GENIUS: A New Musical Comedy, which will be held on Friday, May 19.
Marcia Milgrom Dodge, John Tartaglia, Lili-Anne Brown & More Join The Muny's 2023 Season

The Muny announced has announced the directors, choreographers and music director/conductors for The Muny’s 2023 Premier Season. See details about The Muny's season, and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: Gleeful GREASE Revs Up Nostalgia in La Mirada

Despite outdated, cringe-inducing tropes, McCoy Rigby Entertainment's new production of this ubiquitous rock-and-roll stage musical---now on stage at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts through February 12---manages to still entertain thanks mostly to the superb musical numbers energetically performed by its talented cast.
Academy of Vocal Arts to Present Production of DON PASQUALE Set In 1960s South Philadelphia

Philadelphia's prestigious Academy of Vocal Arts will present Gaetano Donizetti's 'opera buffa' Don Pasquale this February - with a hometown twist. Audiences will be taken on a sentimental adventure, as the opera will be set in mid-60s South Philadelphia.
BACK TO THE BEACH to Debut On Blu-ray in August

Teen idols Frankie Avalon and Annette Funicello returned to the big screen for a new surf-and-sand adventure with the hip, hilarious 80s update BACK TO THE BEACH. Newly remastered from a new 4K scan of the original film elements, BACK TO THE BEACH is a fan-favorite cult classic that lovingly parodies the quintessential 60s “beach party” films.  
BWW Interview: John Battagliese

John Battagliese is a graduate of the Cincinnati Conservatory with a BFA in Musical Theatre. He was in the first national tour of Cruel Intentions the musical as Greg (u/s Sebastian) and the Las Vegas production of BAZ: Star Cross Love as Romeo, and many other regional productions. He won one of Seth Rudetskys concert series sing-off and his tik-tok video for Bridgerton the musical was featured on NBC News.
The Muny Announces Directors, Choreographers & Music Directors for 2022 season

The Muny announced today the directors, choreographers and music directors for The Muny’s 2022 season, which opens on June 13 with the celebrated return of the 2021 hit that audiences went “Whoopee!” for, the Tony Award-winning Chicago.
Suffolk Theater Presents Frankie Avalon Next Month

If you can't remember a time when Frankie Avalon wasn't a part of your life, you aren't alone. This talented performer can look back on a career that spans three generations of music, motion pictures, and television – proclaimed a 'Teen Idol' and appearing on just about every top variety show, guest-starring on numerous dramatic series, and starring in several of his own specials.
Amanda Kloots Comes in Fourth Place on DANCING WITH THE STARS; Watch All of Her Performances

Throughout the season, Kloots and her partner, Alan Bersten, received praise from the judges and viewers alike, also paying tribute to her late husband, Nick Cordero, who died of COVID-19 in 2020. Watch a complete roundup of her performances on the show, including dances to, Britney Spears, Grease, Janet Jackson, and more!
Wake Up With BWW 10/20: Inside the Reopenings of FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME and AIN'T TOO PROUD, and More!

Today's top stories: Go inside the reopening nights for Ain't Too Proud and Freestyle Love Supreme!
VIDEO: Watch the Performances from GREASE Night on DANCING WITH THE STARS

Last night was Grease Night on Dancing With the Stars! Watch the contestants perform every song from the iconic musical, including Amanda Kloots dancing with 'Beauty School Dropout', sung by Frankie Avalon, who sang the song in the classic 1978 film. Plus, see who was eliminated from the competition!
Olivia Newton-John Will Appear on DANCING WITH THE STARS 'Grease Night' Tonight

Olivia Newton-John will appear on Dancing With the Stars tonight for 'Grease Night,' in which contestants will dance to all of the songs from the 1978 movie musical. She will also be joined by Frankie Avalon, who will sing his hit song 'Beauty School Dropout' as Amanda Kloots and Alan Bersten dance. Watch a new video promo for the episode now!
The East Coast Music Hall Of Fame Shifts Event Dates For Its Second Annual Award Event

The East Coast Music Hall of Fame has announced that due to COVID-19, in the interest of the well-being of all those who will be attending their two-day event, they have rescheduled the Awards Gala and all related activities at Harrah's Resort Atlantic City from its regularly scheduled 2020 date to Monday, June 7th, 2021 & Tuesday, June 8th, 2021.

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