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John Barrowman

Date of Birth: March 11, 1968 (55)

Birth Place: Glasgow, SCOTLAND

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John Barrowman landed his first professional role, starring as Billy Crocker opposite Elaine Paige in the Cole Porter musical Anything Goes. Since then, John's career as a leading man in musical theatre has seen him star in many West End shows, including Matador, Miss Saigon, The Phantom Of The Opera, and Sunset Boulevard. John made his Broadway debut in the role of Joe Gillis in Sunset Boulevard. He then returned to Broadway starring in Stephen Sondheim's Putting it Together with Carole Burnett. Sam Mendes' UK premiere of The Fix at The Donmar Warehouse garnered John an Olivier Award nomination as Best Actor in a Musical. He appeared in the West End most recently as Albin/Zaza in the Menier Chocolate Factory's award-winning production of La Cage Aux Folles, performing to full houses for nine weeks in 2009. This role won John the 2010 What's On Stage award for Best Take-over in a Role. In HM The Queen's Birthday Honours 2014, John was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for services to entertainment and to charity. www.johnbarrowman.com

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John Barrowman STAGE CREDITS

[London Fringe]
London Revival, 2005
Prince Charming

[London Fringe]
London Revival, 2004
Performer

[West End]
Royal National Theatre Production, 2002
Billy Crocker

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Sondheim Festival Production, 2002
Robert

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1999
The Younger Man

[Los Angeles]
Los Angeles Revival, 1998
Barry

[West End]
Original London Production, 1997
Cal Chandler

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1994
Joe Gillis [Replacement]

[West End]
London Revival, 1993
Performer

[West End]
Original London Production, 1993
Joe Gillis [Replacement]

[West End]
Original London Production, 1991
Performer

[West End]
Original London Production, 1989
Chris [Replacement]

[UK Tour]
National Tour, 1994
Alex Dillingham


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Lorna Dallas Returns To NYC Stage With GLAMOROUS NIGHTS AND RAINY DAYS at The Laurie Beechman Theatre

Award winner Lorna Dallas is making a welcome return to the New York Stage in Barry Kleinbort/Christopher Denny helmed new musical cabaret.

Lorna Dallas to Bring GLAMOROUS NIGHTS AND RAINY DAYS to The Laurie Beechman Theatre

The Laurie Beechman Theatre will present Lorna Dallas in her latest musical feast, “Glamorous Nights and Rainy Days,” in a two-night engagement - Saturday, May 13 and Wednesday, May 17 - both shows at 7pm.

Miracle Chance, Ellis Kirk & More to Join HEATHERS at The Other Palace This Month

Heathers the Musical, will be ushering in a new cast from 21st February at The Other Palace, with the show now booking until 3 September 2023.

Album Review: With His New Album, John Barrowman Sings From CENTRE STAGE With The Royal Philharmonic

An album we will return to over and over again, through the years, to listen to, sigh a little, and lift our spirits when we’re blue.

Ann Kittredge to Perform at The Laurie Beechman Theatre and The New York Cabaret Convention in October

Ann Kittredge will return to The Laurie Beechman Theatre (407 West 42nd Street – between 9th & 10th Avenues) on Sunday, October 23rd at 7pm with her Musical Director Christopher Denny (piano), Sean Harkness (guitar), Mary Ann McSweeney (bass), Rex Benincasa(drums) and special guests Robbie Kondor and Steve Ross.

John Barrowman Announces New Album Ahead of UK Tour Dates

Released ahead of John’s nine-date UK tour in February 2023, Centre Stage features ten of John’s personal favourites from musicals such as Sunset Boulevard, Anything Goes, Funny Girl, The Bridges of Madison County, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory and Godspell, amongst others.

Jane Krakowski Joins 'Seth Rudetsky's Broadway' at The Town Hall Next Month

The Town Hall & Mark Cortale continue with the latest installment of the internationally acclaimed concert series Seth Rudetsky's Broadway, hosted and music directed by Sirius/XM Radio star Seth Rudetsky at The Town Hall (123 W. 43rd Street).

Ann Kittredge's Debut Album 'reIMAGINE' Available on All Digital Platforms Today

It's today! Award-winning vocalist Ann Kittredge's debut recording reIMAGINE, a specially curated collection of songs uniquely re-imagined and produced by award-winning songwriter and record producer Paul Rolnick, is available on all digital platforms as of today, May 16, 2022.

Ann Kittredge To Celebrate Release of Debut Album reIMAGINE at The Laurie Beechman Theatre

In celebration of her soon to be released album Ann Kittredge:reIMAGINE(Jazzheads, Inc./King Kozmo Music), a specially curated collection of songs uniquely re-imagined, Ms. Kittredge, will appear at The Laurie Beechman Theatre (407 West 42nd Street – between 9th & 10th Avenues) on Thursday, May 26th at 7pm.

Opening Celebration, Celebrity & Industry Sessions Highlight Programming At FAN EXPO New Orleans

Celebrity Q&As, industry and meet up panels are among the dozens of programming options in more than a dozen locations at FAN EXPO New Orleans, Friday through Sunday at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.

John Barrowman Will Tour I AM WHAT I AM, Including West End Date

John Barrowman will return to tour with his new show 'I Am What I Am' in 2022. The tour launches on Saturday 30 April, 2022 at Southend's Cliff's Pavilion and visit 16 venues including the Adelphi Theatre in the West End on Tuesday 24 May.

Elaine Paige, Samantha Barks & More to Appear on ALL STAR MUSICALS: CHRISTMAS

Elaine Paige, Samantha Barks, and Trevor Divon Nicolas will host All Star Musicals: Christmas, in which celebrities will embark on a musical theatre masterclass, competing to be voted All Star Musicals Champion. The full lineup of celebrity contestants has been announced, as well as new performances throughout the night!

World Premiere of CHEEK TO CHEEK: IRVING BERLIN IN HOLLYWOOD to be Presented by The York Theatre Company

The York Theatre Company in association with Riki Kane Larimer, will present the world premiere of Cheek to Cheek: Irving Berlin in Hollywood, a song and dance celebration featuring the music and lyrics of the legendary Irving Berlin, with book by Barry Kleinbort, music direction by David Hancock Turner, and directed by Randy Skinner.

Bobby Crush, Sabrina Washington and Ricky K Join New Theatre Peterborough Pantomime ALADDIN

Producers at RED Entertainment in association with Prime Pantomimes & the New Theatre, Peterborough have announced a further three stars for this year’s high flying pantomime adventure, Aladdin.

Exclusive: Mark Read Will Perform 'Stop the Show' at West End Live 2021

A1’s, Mark Read, injects pandemic support to performers and bubbling break-through artists with the release of his first official solo single, exactly 20 years after winning Brit Award for British Breakthrough Act; in support of charity, Acting For Others. 

Town Hall Sets Jane Krakowski, Vanessa Williams & Brian Stokes Mitchell Concerts with Seth Rudetsky

Producer Mark Cortale and The Town Hall have announced the season schedule for Seth Rudetsky's Broadway, taking place at The Town Hall (123 W. 43rd Street). Each evening, music director and host Seth Rudetsky welcomes the greatest Broadway performers for an up-close and personal conversation and concert.

Charleston Light Opera Guild Will Return to Live Performances With PUTTING IT TOGETHER This Week

The 1 hour 40 minute production showcases Sondheim music from 'Sunday in the Park with George,' 'Merrily We Roll Along,' 'Follies,' 'Into the Woods,' 'A Little Night Music,' 'Company,' 'Sweeney Todd,' 'Assassins,' 'Anyone Can Whistle,' 'The Frogs,' 'A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,' 'Dick Tracy,' and 'Do I Hear a Waltz?'

Casting Announced For SNOW WHITE at The Bristol Hippodrome

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs opens on Saturday 4 December 2021 at Bristol Hippodrome and tickets are on sale now.

DOCTOR WHO Audio Story with David Tennant and John Barrowman Canceled

A new audio adventure based on the fantasy series Doctor Who, has been scrapped by its publisher Big Finish.

David Bradley and John Barrowman Will Feature in Pre-Recorded Cameos For DOCTOR WHO TIME FRACTURE

Following last week's cast announcement, more details are today revealed about the immersive theatrical adventure Doctor Who Time Fracture.

John Barrowman FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

John Barrowman has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

John Barrowman has appeared on London's West End in 6 shows.

John Barrowman's first West End show was Miss Saigon which opened in 1989

Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Company and Best Actor in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for The Fix .

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