BWW Interview: Dennis DeYoung, Legendary Voice of STYX, Talks His Musical HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME and Composing for Musical Theatre
by Kevin Pollack
- Jun 2, 2022
Dennis DeYoung is a singer-songwriter, musician and producer. He is a founding member of the rock band Styx as primary songwriter, lead vocalist and keyboardist, a tenure that lasted from 1970 until June, 1999. Styx has sold 30 million records worldwide and is the only band to have four triple platinum albums in a row. His song 'Babe' went to number one on the Billboard charts, won Songwriter Magazine's song of the year and was also rewarded the People's Choice award for best song in 1980. He has also penned eight top ten singles in America and had four number ones in Canada. They include 'Come Sail Away', 'Lady', 'Best of Times', 'Mr. Roboto', 'Desert Moon', 'Show Me the Way', and 'Don't Let it End'. He starred in the 20th anniversary tour of Jesus Christ Superstar with Ted Neeley, Carl Anderson and Irene Cara for which he received a Joseph Jefferson nomination in Chicago for Best Supporting Actor. He has not only written the score for The Hunchback of Notre Dame, but also composed a new score for a version of 101 Dalmatians that toured in 2009 directed by Tony Award winning director Jerry Zaks. His Hunchback also won a Joseph Jefferson award for Best Musical in 2009.
Skylight Music Theatre Announces Cast & Creative Team for HUNCHBACK
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Mar 15, 2022
Skylight Music Theatre today announced the partial cast, creative team and a one-day sale for the Wisconsin premiere of Dennis DeYoung’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame, running May 20 through June 12, 2022. Performances take place in the beautiful Cabot Theatre at the Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway, in Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward.
Skylight Night Fundraiser Starring Stephanie J. Block Raises Record Amount
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Dec 7, 2021
Skylight Music Theatre held its annual Skylight Night fundraiser on Saturday, November 6, 2021 with entertainment by Broadway star and Tony Award winner Stephanie J. Block. The gala evening raised more than $65,000 to support Skylight Music Theatre, the highest amount since 2009.
Luminare Announces 2021 Concert Tour Coming To Marcus Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi
- Oct 6, 2021
Experience a Christmas Concert Event that will take you on a powerful visual and musical journey. Re-imaginings of Christmas Classics as well as brand new music will arouse your senses and emotions, leaving you feeling the joy and majesty of the most wonderful time of the year!
Styx Fans Petition Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame To Induct Superstars
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Aug 3, 2021
A group of Styx fans have organized an online petition lobbying the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to recognize the '70s and '80s superstars by inducting them. Styx released their self-titled debut album in 1972 and first became eligible for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1997.
Mayo Performing Arts Center Announces 2021-2022 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Jun 1, 2021
Mayo Performing Arts Center is back and expecting to present events at full capacity this fall, as it announces its 21-22 season schedule. MPAC's season officially kicks off on Friday, September 17 with a performance by Broadway and cabaret favorite Linda Eder.
Doug Kistner Covers Doors Classic 'Crystal Ship'
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Apr 23, 2021
On April 14th, 2021, Kistner released his version of the Doors' classic song, 'The Crystal Ship.' He is joined on the recording by Mike Todd (bass) and Dave Anthony (Dennis DeYoung, John Waite). The session was engineered by Marc Battaglia.
Doug Kistner Releases Two New Singles
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Mar 2, 2021
Doug Kistner is a renowned touring keyboard player and vocalist from Verona, NJ. Doug has performed with some of the biggest names in music, including Trans Siberian Orchestra, John Waite, Blood Sweat and Tears, and Chicago's Danny Seraphine.
RAVINIA TV Season Finale Airs Sept. 25
by Sarah Jae Leiber
- Sep 23, 2020
The thirteenth and final episode of this summera??s first season of RaviniaTV airs this Friday, September 25, at 7 p.m. CDT on Raviniaa??s YouTube channel and Facebook page.
Skylight Music Theatre Announces Revised 2020-2021 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Aug 31, 2020
Skylight Music Theatre today unveiled their revised 2020-21 season, with a new line-up of outstanding music theatre addressing the realities of presenting live performances in the time of Covid-19. Skylight is Milwaukeea??s professional music theatre company and located at 158 N. Broadway in Milwaukeea??s Historic Third Ward.
Chicago's Special Events Management Announces Two Virtual Festivals With Tom Green And Dennis DeYoung
by A.A. Cristi
- May 20, 2020
In an effort to bring festival fun to the homes of people across the country, Special Events Management, known for producing top street festivals and run/walks, today announced two virtual summer festivals to be hosted in June. The two new festivals include FEED Chicago Virtual Summer Fest, a free benefit for the Greater Chicago Food Depository featuring Dennis DeYoung of Styx and Jim Peterik of Survivor, which will be held on Thursday, June 4 and Drafts & Laughs Virtual Beer & Comedy Festival, a beer and comedy festival headlined by Comedian Tom Green, on Friday, June 12. The schedule for each event is as follows.
Kate Baldwin to Perform at SKYLIGHT SINGS: A VIRTUAL CONCERT
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- May 11, 2020
Skylight Music Theatre will bring outstanding talent together -- while staying apart -- in an exclusive fundraising event, Skylight Sings: A Virtual Concert, on Thursday, May 21 at 7 p.m. (CDT) to benefit Skylight Music Theatre.
Styx's Dennis DeYoung Joins SKYLIGHT SINGS: A VIRTUAL CONCERT
by A.A. Cristi
- May 8, 2020
Skylight Sings: A Virtual Concert will feature performances by Skylight favorites, special guests and a few surprises. This week we spotlight Dennis DeYoung, lead singer and songwriter of the legendary rock group Styx. Skylight's 2020-21 season will include The Hunchback of Notre Dame, based on the novel by Victor Hugo, with book and original score composed by DeYoung.
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