Ivor Novello
Birth Place: Wales, ENGLAND
Latest News on Ivor Novello:
Uncovered Herbert Kretzmer Letter Reveals He Felt His Work on LES MISERABLES Was Undervalued (Oct 14, 2025)
34 Composers and Librettists Revealed as Ivor Novello Award Nominees (Oct 14, 2025)
Dates Confirmed For David Hare's TEETH 'N' SMILES at Duke of York's Theatre (Oct 1, 2025)
Uncovered Herbert Kretzmer Letter Reveals He Felt His Work on LES MISERABLES Was Undervalued (Oct 14, 2025)
34 Composers and Librettists Revealed as Ivor Novello Award Nominees (Oct 14, 2025)
Dates Confirmed For David Hare's TEETH 'N' SMILES at Duke of York's Theatre (Oct 1, 2025)
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Video: Watch David and Romany Gilmour Perform ‘Between Two Points’ in New Clip From Concert Film
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-09-17 11:06:02
Video: Watch a Clip From David Gilmour LIVE AT THE CIRCUS MAXIMUS, ROME Concert Film
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-08-21 16:32:52
Video: Watch the Trailer for David Gilmour LIVE AT THE CIRCUS MAXIMUS, ROME Concert Film
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-08-06 14:57:36
Video: Watch the Trailer For MIDNIGHT COWBOY at Southwark Playhouse
by Michael Major - 2025-04-23 14:26:28
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VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for MARIAH CAREY'S MAGICAL CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-11-27 09:25:03
TV: Neil Sean Meets Celebrated Film and Stage Composer George Fenton
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-07-13 16:01:00
Supergrass Unveil Previously Unheard Song and Announce Tour Dates
by Abigail Charpentier - 2019-09-09 09:47:33
STAGE TUBE: Watch Gary Barlow and the Cast of THE GIRLS Perform "Sunflower"
by A.A. Cristi - 2017-01-03 22:30:25
BWW Interview: Russell Grant Talks STRICTLY and THE GOLDEN AGE OF DANCE
by Marianka Swain - 2016-10-28 03:00:01
VIDEO: Seal Joins Montreal Street Singer for Impromptu Performance of 'Stand By Me'
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-06-27 11:12:25
STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 3/22/16- Stephen Sondheim & Andrew Lloyd Webber!
by Nicole Rosky - 2016-03-22 09:29:36
VIDEO: Go Behind the Scenes With Leona Lewis' New Music Video 'Thunder'
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STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 3/22/15- Stephen Sondheim & Andrew Lloyd Webber!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-03-22 10:00:01
News
Uncovered Herbert Kretzmer Letter Reveals He Felt His Work on LES MISERABLES Was Undervalued
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 14, 2025
Letters from the late Herbert Kretzmer, recently donated to Cambridge University Library, reveal that the writer, who famously wrote the English-language lyrics for Les Miserables, felt he didn't receive enough credit for his work on the musical masterpiece.
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 14, 2025
Letters from the late Herbert Kretzmer, recently donated to Cambridge University Library, reveal that the writer, who famously wrote the English-language lyrics for Les Miserables, felt he didn't receive enough credit for his work on the musical masterpiece.
34 Composers and Librettists Revealed as Ivor Novello Award Nominees
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2025
The Ivors Academy has announced the 34 composers and librettists who have been nominated for an Ivor Novello Award. The winners will be announced at The Ivors Classical Awards in November, celebrating the best of contemporary classical music.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2025
The Ivors Academy has announced the 34 composers and librettists who have been nominated for an Ivor Novello Award. The winners will be announced at The Ivors Classical Awards in November, celebrating the best of contemporary classical music.
Dates Confirmed For David Hare's TEETH 'N' SMILES at Duke of York's Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2025
Dates have been announced for the 50th Anniversary West End revival of David Hare's rebel play TEETH 'N' SMILES starring Rebecca Lucy Taylor, AKA Self Esteem, in her West End play debut.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2025
Dates have been announced for the 50th Anniversary West End revival of David Hare's rebel play TEETH 'N' SMILES starring Rebecca Lucy Taylor, AKA Self Esteem, in her West End play debut.
BLACK POWER DESK Will Have Its World Premiere at Birmingham Hippodrome
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2025
The world premiere of Black Power Desk, a new Black British musical by critically acclaimed playwright Urielle Klein-Mekongo (Old Vic 12, Roundhouse, Bush Theatre), will take place at Birmingham Hippodrome’s Patrick Studio from Wednesday, October 22 through Saturday, October 25, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2025
The world premiere of Black Power Desk, a new Black British musical by critically acclaimed playwright Urielle Klein-Mekongo (Old Vic 12, Roundhouse, Bush Theatre), will take place at Birmingham Hippodrome’s Patrick Studio from Wednesday, October 22 through Saturday, October 25, 2025.
Video: Watch David and Romany Gilmour Perform ‘Between Two Points’ in New Clip From Concert Film
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2025
To mark the release of David Gilmour's live film LIVE AT THE CIRCUS MAXIMUS, ROME, a new full-song preview has been unveiled of the track ‘Between Two Points’, from the 2024 UK number one album ‘Luck and Strange’. Watch it now!
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2025
To mark the release of David Gilmour's live film LIVE AT THE CIRCUS MAXIMUS, ROME, a new full-song preview has been unveiled of the track ‘Between Two Points’, from the 2024 UK number one album ‘Luck and Strange’. Watch it now!
Mariah Carey Sets 2025 Holiday Residency in Las Vegas
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 15, 2025
Mariah Carey, the best-selling female artist of all time, is coming to Las Vegas with her holiday spectacular, “Mariah Carey’s Christmastime in Las Vegas,” at Dolby Live at Park MGM.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 15, 2025
Mariah Carey, the best-selling female artist of all time, is coming to Las Vegas with her holiday spectacular, “Mariah Carey’s Christmastime in Las Vegas,” at Dolby Live at Park MGM.
Rebecca Lucy Taylor (Self Esteem) Will Lead West End Revival of David Hare's TEETH 'N' SMILES
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2025
The 50th Anniversary West End revival of David Hare's rebel play TEETH 'N' SMILES will be led by Rebecca Lucy Taylor, AKA Self Esteem, in her West End play debut.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2025
The 50th Anniversary West End revival of David Hare's rebel play TEETH 'N' SMILES will be led by Rebecca Lucy Taylor, AKA Self Esteem, in her West End play debut.
Bryan Buckley, Paul Epworth & David Korins Are Developing FYRE FEST Musical
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 8, 2025
Two-time Academy Award nominee Bryan Buckley, producing team Academy Award winner Taika Waititi, international recording artist Rita Ora, Tony Award nominee Matthew Weaver and Hungry Man Productions just announced the development of FYRE FEST THE MUSICAL. We have all of the details!
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 8, 2025
Two-time Academy Award nominee Bryan Buckley, producing team Academy Award winner Taika Waititi, international recording artist Rita Ora, Tony Award nominee Matthew Weaver and Hungry Man Productions just announced the development of FYRE FEST THE MUSICAL. We have all of the details!
Elton John to Release 50th Anniversary Edition of 'Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy'
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 4, 2025
Elton John’s album Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy will receive a 50th Anniversary Edition reissue, featuring the 2016 remaster of the original album, previously unreleased session demos, plus Elton’s live performance of tracks from the album, recorded during 2005 for the album’s 30th anniversary.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 4, 2025
Elton John’s album Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy will receive a 50th Anniversary Edition reissue, featuring the 2016 remaster of the original album, previously unreleased session demos, plus Elton’s live performance of tracks from the album, recorded during 2005 for the album’s 30th anniversary.
Video: Watch a Clip From David Gilmour LIVE AT THE CIRCUS MAXIMUS, ROME Concert Film
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 21, 2025
A new full-song preview from the forthcoming David Gilmour live film LIVE AT THE CIRCUS MAXIMUS, ROME has been unveiled, highlighting the title track from the 2024 UK number one album ‘Luck and Strange’. Watch it now.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 21, 2025
A new full-song preview from the forthcoming David Gilmour live film LIVE AT THE CIRCUS MAXIMUS, ROME has been unveiled, highlighting the title track from the 2024 UK number one album ‘Luck and Strange’. Watch it now.
WODEHOUSE IN WONDERLAND Returns to London's Tabard Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2025
Robert Daws will bring to life the humour and heart of one of Britain’s greatest comic writers when he stars in William Humble’s play Wodehouse in Wonderland, which returns to London’s Tabard Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2025
Robert Daws will bring to life the humour and heart of one of Britain’s greatest comic writers when he stars in William Humble’s play Wodehouse in Wonderland, which returns to London’s Tabard Theatre.
Photos: BLACK POWER DESK In Rehearsal At Brixton House
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2025
Check out brand-new photos from inside the rehearsal room for the world premiere of Black Power Desk, the largest production in Brixton House’s history. Written by critically acclaimed playwright Urielle Klein-Mekongo (Old Vic 12, Roundhouse, The Bush), the new musical will run as part of Brixton House’s Uprising Festival, commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Brixton Uprising.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2025
Check out brand-new photos from inside the rehearsal room for the world premiere of Black Power Desk, the largest production in Brixton House’s history. Written by critically acclaimed playwright Urielle Klein-Mekongo (Old Vic 12, Roundhouse, The Bush), the new musical will run as part of Brixton House’s Uprising Festival, commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Brixton Uprising.
Video: Watch the Trailer for David Gilmour LIVE AT THE CIRCUS MAXIMUS, ROME Concert Film
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 6, 2025
The trailer has been released for LIVE AT THE CIRCUS MAXIMUS, ROME, the forthcoming live film from musician David Gilmour. The movie will be shown in cinemas & IMAX worldwide on 17th September for a limited time only. Watch the trailer here.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 6, 2025
The trailer has been released for LIVE AT THE CIRCUS MAXIMUS, ROME, the forthcoming live film from musician David Gilmour. The movie will be shown in cinemas & IMAX worldwide on 17th September for a limited time only. Watch the trailer here.
David Gilmour's New Concert Film to Hit Global Cinemas in September
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 30, 2025
The forthcoming David Gilmour live film, LIVE AT THE CIRCUS MAXIMUS, ROME, will be shown in cinemas & IMAX worldwide on 17th September for a limited time only.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 30, 2025
The forthcoming David Gilmour live film, LIVE AT THE CIRCUS MAXIMUS, ROME, will be shown in cinemas & IMAX worldwide on 17th September for a limited time only.
Cast Set For BLACK POWER DESK at Brixton House
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2025
Brixton House and PlayWell Productions in association with Birmingham Hippodrome and Salford's Lowry have announced the nine-strong cast for the World Premiere of Black Power Desk.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2025
Brixton House and PlayWell Productions in association with Birmingham Hippodrome and Salford's Lowry have announced the nine-strong cast for the World Premiere of Black Power Desk.
World Premiere BLACK POWER DESK From Brixton House and Playwell Productions
by Emmy Rice - Jun 22, 2025
Brixton House and Playwell Productions in association with Birmingham Hippodrome and Manchester’s Lowry present the World Premiere of Black Power Desk by critically-acclaimed playwright Urielle Klein-Mekongo.
by Emmy Rice - Jun 22, 2025
Brixton House and Playwell Productions in association with Birmingham Hippodrome and Manchester’s Lowry present the World Premiere of Black Power Desk by critically-acclaimed playwright Urielle Klein-Mekongo.
POOR THINGS Composer Jerskin Fendrix Sets, Shares Lead Single 'Beth's Farm'
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 17, 2025
London-based artist & composer Jerskin Fendrix has announced Once Upon A Time. . . In Shropshire, his highly anticipated sophomore album. Listen to the lead single now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 17, 2025
London-based artist & composer Jerskin Fendrix has announced Once Upon A Time. . . In Shropshire, his highly anticipated sophomore album. Listen to the lead single now.
Elton John's Rainbow Theatre Concert Set for First-Ever CD and Digital Release
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 12, 2025
Elton John - Live from the Rainbow Theatre with Ray Cooper will be released on July 25, both digitally and on CD for the first time, alongside a vinyl repress.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 12, 2025
Elton John - Live from the Rainbow Theatre with Ray Cooper will be released on July 25, both digitally and on CD for the first time, alongside a vinyl repress.
MARINA Drops Sixth Studio Album 'Princess Of Power'
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 6, 2025
Internationally acclaimed, award-winning artist and author MARINA has returned with the release of her highly anticipated sixth studio album, PRINCESS OF POWER, out now. Check it out here.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 6, 2025
Internationally acclaimed, award-winning artist and author MARINA has returned with the release of her highly anticipated sixth studio album, PRINCESS OF POWER, out now. Check it out here.
Disclosure Sets 2025 North American Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 5, 2025
Multi-platinum duo Disclosure has announced their 'Fall 2025 - North American Tour,' bringing their epic, acclaimed live show to fans across North America.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 5, 2025
Multi-platinum duo Disclosure has announced their 'Fall 2025 - North American Tour,' bringing their epic, acclaimed live show to fans across North America.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Ivor Novello been in?
Ivor Novello has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Ivor Novello been in?
Ivor Novello has appeared on London's West End in 3 shows.
What was Ivor Novello's first West End show?
Ivor Novello's first West End show was Careless Rapture which opened in 1936
How many shows has Ivor Novello written?
Ivor Novello has written 19 shows including The Bing Boys Are Here (Composer/Lyricist), Theodore and Co (Composer), Arlette (Composer), A Southern Maid (Composer/Lyricist), A to Z (Composer), André Charlot's Revue of 1924 (Composer), The Rat (Playwright), Charlot Revue (Composer), Symphony in Two Flats (Playwright), The Truth Game (Playwright), A Party (Playwright), Glamorous Night (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), Fresh Fields (Playwright), Careless Rapture (Bookwriter/Composer), The Dancing Years (Bookwriter/Composer), Arc de Triomphe (Composer), Perchance to Dream (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), King's Rhapsody (Bookwriter/Composer), Gay's The Word (Bookwriter/Composer).
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