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Petula Clark

Birth Place: Ewell, Surrey, ENGLAND

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Petula Clark BIO

Petula became a star in the UK at nine years old, singing for the troops stationed in England during the Second World War. Many years later she moved to France and soon became a European star recording in English, French, Italian, German and Spanish. While still living in Paris, English songwriter Tony Hatch presented her with his new composition, ‘Downtown’, which became a worldwide hit and led to a string of top-10 records, winning her two Grammy Awards and making her an international star. She later met with Charlie Chaplin who penned one of her further major hits This Is My Song. She has performed in her own TV shows in the UK, the US and France and has starred in the iconic films Finian’s Rainbow with Fred Astaire and Goodbye Mr Chips with Peter O’Toole. She has been seen on stage in the West End and on Broadway, and has recently finished a triumphant US tour. During her extensive career, spanning eight decades, she sold more than 70 million records. Clark was made a Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 1998 and was installed as a Commander of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres of France in 2012.

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Petula Clark STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
West End Revival, 2021
Bird Woman

[West End]
2021
Bird Woman [Replacement]

[London Fringe]
London Concert Revival, 2004
Norma Desmond

[US Tour]
2nd National Tour, 1998
Norma Desmond

[West End]
Original London Production, 1993
Norma Desmond [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 1993
Mrs. Johnstone [Replacement]

[West End]
London Revival, 1981
Maria Rainer

Writing


Petula Clark Awards and Nominations

Olivier Awards - 1981 - Actress of the Year in a Musical

Petula Clark, The Sound Of Music

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Interview: Makambe K. Simamba of THREE SISTERS at Soulpepper


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A SIGN OF THE TIMES to Offer $19.65 Limited-Time In-Person Rush Tickets


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Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of A SIGN OF THE TIMES at New World Stages


See photos from opening night of A Sign of the Times at New World Stages.

Photos: Inside Opening Night of A SIGN OF THE TIMES


Check out photos from inside opening night of the new musical A Sign of the Times, running off-Broadway at New World Stages.

Review Roundup: A SIGN OF THE TIMES Opens At New World Stages


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SHOUT! The Mod Musical Comes to the Johnson County Arts and Heritage Center in March


'SHOUT! The Mod Musical' is hitting the stage at the Johnson County Arts and Heritage Center next month. 

FOREVER PLAID, FULLY COMMITTED & More Set for Florida Repertory Theatre 2024-25 Season


Florida Repertory Theatre has unveiled its 27th Season in the Historic Arcade and ArtStage Studio Theatres which opens to previews on September 17. See which shows are a part of the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: First Look at Chilina Kennedy and More in A SIGN OF THE TIMES


 All new photos have been released from A Sign of the Times, a new musical featuring the songs of Petula Clark, Lesley Gore, Dusty Springfield, and more! Check out the photos here!

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The Park Theatre announced the lineup of entertainment for its third annual Shamrock Fest.

Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for 60s Musical A SIGN OF THE TIMES


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Photo: Rehearsals Begin for A SIGN OF THE TIMES at New World Stages


A Sign of the Times will play at New World Stages this winter. See a photo from the first rehearsal below!

A SIGN OF THE TIMES to Play at New World Stages Starring Chilina Kennedy, Justin Matthew Sargent & More


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Interview: Theatre Life with Faith Seetoo


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Relive the Music of Petula Clark, Dusty Springfield, Connie Francis, and Lesley Gore at the OFC Creations Theatre Center


All 4 Love Tribute Concert! Experience a nostalgic tribute to the music of Petula Clark, Dusty Springfield, Connie Francis, and Lesley Gore. Sing along to iconic hits from the 1960s and relive the joy and heartache of love. Don't miss this all-ages celebration of timeless music.

Petula Clark FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Petula Clark been in?

Petula Clark has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Petula Clark been in?

Petula Clark has appeared on London's West End in 4 shows.

What was Petula Clark's first West End show?

Petula Clark's first West End show was The Sound of Music which opened in 1981

What awards has Petula Clark been nominated for?

Petula Clark has been nominated for Actress of the Year in a Musical at the Olivier Awards for her role in The Sound Of Music.

How many shows has Petula Clark written?

Petula Clark has written 1 shows including Someone Like You (Composer).

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