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Actors Fund Hosts A BILLY ELLIOT Special Performance 1/25
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 20, 2009


The Actors Fund will host a Special Performance of Billy Elliot which is this Sunday, January 25th at 8 pm at The Imperial Theatre. People can purchase tickets through the box office and telecharge at 212-239-6200. They can purchase premium tickets through The Actors Fund at 212-221-7300 ext. 133. A hit in London and one of the most highly anticipated shows of the season, Billy Elliot officially opened at Broadway's Imperial Theatre last night, Thursday, November 13th. The show will play a special Actor's Fund performance on Sunday, January 25th at 8pm. For tickets call 212-221-7300 ext. 133, email at 'tickets@actorsfund.com. With music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall and directed by Stephen Daldry, this joyful musical lit up Broadway as Elton John joined the cast for the Opening Night bows. BroadwayWorld's cameras caught the exciting moments as the curtain came down on a triumphant evening. Directed by Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot has played over 1,300 performances and recently celebrated its 3rd anniversary in London. Billy Elliot the Musical opened at London's Victoria Palace in May 2005 to unanimous critical acclaim. The production went on to sweep London's nine awards for Best Musical, including the Olivier, Evening Standard and Critics' Circle Theatre Awards. In London, Billy Elliot has now been seen by over 1.5 million people and has grossed over ?65 million. The musical opened to equal acclaim at the Capitol Theatre in Sydney, Australia in December 2007. The two current productions have played to over 2.3 million people.

2008's Ten Memorable Theatre Moments You May Have Missed
by Michael Dale - Dec 30, 2008


After seeing 210 live productions in 2008, Michael Dale picks ten memorable moments some readers may have missed.

BILLY ELLIOT Plays Special Actor's Fund Performance 1/25
by Eddie Varley - Dec 11, 2008


A hit in London and one of the most highly anticipated shows of the season, Billy Elliot officially opened at Broadway's Imperial Theatre last night, Thursday, November 13th. The show will play a special Actor's Fund performance on Sunday, January 25th at 8pm. For tickets call 212-221-7300 ext. 133, email at 'tickets@actorsfund.com.

Billy Elliot Headed BACK to the Big Screen... Eventually
by Robert Diamond - Dec 1, 2008


Baz Bamigboye in the UK Daily Mail spoke with the creative team of BILLY ELLIOT at the show's NY premiere and asked each about the prospect of the film-based stage show going BACK to the big screen.

DVR Alert: World Premiere Of 'FINDING BILLY' Airs On Ch. Thirteen Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Dec 1, 2008


Tune in to Thirteen (WNET/Ch. 13) on Monday, December 1st at 8pm for the world premiere of 'Finding Billy,' a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the nationwide search for the three actors who play the lead role in Billy Elliot the Musical on Broadway. During the broadcast, stars David Alvarez, Trent Kowalik, Kiril Kulish and Carole Shelley will be present in the Thirteen studio to talk about the show.

'Finding Billy' Behind the Scenes Look at BILLY ELLIOT to Air Dec. 1 on PBS
by Robert Diamond - Nov 20, 2008


Tune in to Thirteen (WNET/Ch. 13) on Monday, December 1st at 8pm for the world premiere of 'Finding Billy,' a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the nationwide search for the three actors who play the lead role in Billy Elliot the Musical on Broadway.

Photo Coverage: BILLY ELLIOT Opening Night Party
by Walter McBride - Nov 14, 2008


Broadway's Imperial Theatre shined extra bright last night, Thursday, November 13th as Billy Elliot The Musical celebrated Opening Night. With music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall and directed by Stephen Daldry, this new musical had the first night audience cheering from the very first moments. After the curtain came down, the party got started and BroadwayWorld was there!

Photo Coverage: BILLY ELLIOT Opening Night Curtain Call
by Walter McBride - Nov 14, 2008


A hit in London and one of the most highly anticipated shows of the season, Billy Elliot officially opened at Broadway's Imperial Theatre last night, Thursday, November 13th. With music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall and directed by Stephen Daldry, this joyful musical lit up Broadway as Elton John joined the cast for the Opening Night bows. BroadwayWorld?s cameras caught the exciting moments as the curtain came down on a triumphant evening.

BILLY ELLIOT Earns Cheers on Broadway Opening Night
by Eddie Varley - Nov 14, 2008


Last night in New York, Thursday 13 November, Stephen Daldry's production of Billy Elliot The Musical opened on Broadway at the Imperial Theatre to rave reviews. Haydn Gwynne, who created the role on stage in London of Billy Elliot's dance teacher Mrs Wilkinson, made her Broadway debut and playing the title role of Billy Elliot was 13 year old Trent Kowalik from New York.

Photo Coverage: BILLY ELLIOT Dances to 'The View'
by Eddie Varley - Nov 13, 2008


On Tuesday, November 11th, Billy Elliot the Musical was featured on ABC's 'The View.' Composer Elton John, and stars David Alvarez,Trent Kowalik and Kiril Kulish joined the ladies of 'The View' to discuss the new musical.

Fidelity Investments Becomes Presenting Sponsor of BILLY ELLIOT
by Eddie Varley - Nov 13, 2008


Universal Pictures Stage Productions, Working Title Films and Old Vic Productions in association with Weinstein Live Entertainment, announced today that Fidelity Investments will be presenting sponsor of the highly-anticipated Broadway production of Billy Elliot the Musical, opening tonight Thursday, November 13, at the Imperial Theatre.

Cast of BILLY ELLIOT Featured on THE VIEW 11/11
by BWW News Desk - Nov 11, 2008


On Tuesday, November 11th, Billy Elliot the Musical will be featured on ABC's 'The View.' Composer Elton John, and stars David Alvarez, Trent Kowalik and Kiril Kulish will join the ladies of 'The View' to discuss the new musical.

Cast of BILLY ELLIOT Featured on THE VIEW 11/11
by Faetra Petillo - Nov 10, 2008


On Tuesday, November 11th, Billy Elliot the Musical will be featured on ABC's 'The View.' Composer Elton John, and stars David Alvarez, Trent Kowalik and Kiril Kulish will join the ladies of 'The View' to discuss the new musical.

BILLY ELLIOT Featured on CBS's 'Sunday Morning' 11/9
by BWW News Desk - Nov 9, 2008


On Sunday, November 9th, Billy Elliot the Musical will be featured on CBS 'Sunday Morning.' Composer Elton John, director Stephen Daldry and stars David Alvarez, Trent Kowalik and Kiril Kulish sat down with CBS' Katie Couric to discuss the new musical. 'Sunday Morning' airs locally on channel 2 - WCBS in the tri-state area.

BILLY ELLIOT Featured on CBS's 'Sunday Morning' 11/9
by Faetra Petillo - Nov 7, 2008


On Sunday, November 9th, Billy Elliot the Musical will be featured on CBS 'Sunday Morning.' Composer Elton John, director Stephen Daldry and stars David Alvarez, Trent Kowalik and Kiril Kulish sat down with CBS' Katie Couric to discuss the new musical. 'Sunday Morning' airs locally on channel 2 - WCBS in the tri-state area.

Photo Flash: Sneak Peek of BILLY ELLIOT, Opening on Broadway 11/13
by Reynard Loki - Oct 17, 2008


A hit in London and one of the most highly anticipated shows of the upcoming theatre season, Billy Elliot began preview performances on October 1, 2008. With music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall and directed by Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot the Musical opens at Broadway's Imperial Theatre (240 W 45th St) Thursday, November 13th.

Photo Coverage: First Broadway Preview of 'Billy Elliot'
by Walter McBride - Oct 2, 2008


A hit in London and one of the most highly anticipated shows of the upcoming theatre season, Billy Elliot began preview performances last night, October 1, 2008. With music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall and directed by Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot the Musical opens at Broadway's Imperial Theatre on Thursday, November 13th.

'BIlly Elliot' Celebrates Broadway Premiere in UK by Releasing 300,000 New Tickets
by Faetra Petillo - Oct 1, 2008


To celebrate the show's Broadway premiere, 300,000 new tickets will be released for sale on 1 October for the London production of Billy Elliot the Musical, taking bookings to 24 October 2009.

'Billy Elliot' Soars at the Imperial Starting Tonight, 10/1
by Faetra Petillo - Oct 1, 2008


A hit in London and one of the most highly anticipated shows of the upcoming theatre season, Billy Elliot the Musical begins preview performances tonight, October 1, 2008. With music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall and directed by Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot the Musical opens at Broadway's Imperial Theatre (240 W 45th St) Thursday, November 13th.

Photo Coverage: Cast of 'Billy Elliot' Meet and Greet the Press
by Walter McBride - Jul 29, 2008


On July 29th, 2008 the cast and creative team of the upcoming Broadway musical 'Billy Elliot' met the press. With music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall and directed by Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot the Musical opens at Broadway's Imperial Theatre (240 W 45th St) Thursday, November 13th.

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