Eddie Perfect Responds to KING KONG Musical's Critics
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 17, 2013
In response to Woodhead's comments, Australian theatre star Eddie Perfect took to Facebook, saying: 'I agree with Cameron [Woodhead], and I'd add something further. There's a convenient narrative springing up online (and elsewhere) that the creator's of Kong spent five years of developmental resources on the gorilla but neglected the book, music and lyrics. Without putting it too harshly, I think that's idiotic.'
STAGE TUBE: KING KONG's Adam Lyon Chats at Premiere After Party
by Stage Tube
- Jun 17, 2013
The new stage musical KING KONG just opened this weekend at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne, Australia. As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the show is already casting its eye towards Broadway, with a hopeful launch as early as 2014. The production, which was originally slated to run through July 28, has just extended through August 18. Click below to watch a video interview with star Adam Lyon at the premiere after party!
KING KONG Extends Through August 18 in Melbourne
by Nicole Rosky
- Jun 17, 2013
The new stage musical KING KONG recently opened at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne, Australia. As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the show is already casting its eye towards Broadway, with a hopeful launch as early as 2014. The production, which was originally slated to run through July 28, has just extended through August 18. For tickets, visit http://www.ticketmaster.com.au
Review Roundup: KING KONG Opens in Australia
by Review Roundups
- Jun 16, 2013
The new stage musical KING KONG just opened last night, June 15, at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne, Australia. As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the show is already casting its eye toward Broadway, with a hopeful launch as early as 2014. Let's see what the critics had to say...
KING KONG Musical Invades Australia, Opening Tonight at Melbourne's Regent Theatre
by BWW
- Jun 15, 2013
The new stage musical KING KONG - one of the greatest love stories ever told - features an all-Australian lead cast and a line-up of International Artists contributing to the score. One of the most ambitious shows to be staged in Australia, KING KONG premieres tonight, 15 June 2013, for an exclusive, Melbourne-only season at the Regent Theatre.
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights from KING KONG in Australia!
by Nicole Rosky
- Jun 14, 2013
The new stage musical KING KONG just opened last night, June 13 at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne, Australia. As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the show is already casting its eye towards Broadway, with a hopeful launch as early as 2014. Below, check out highlights from the new musical!
VIDEO: Sarah McLachlan Performs KING KONG's 'What's It Gonna Take'
by Tyler Peterson
- May 28, 2013
The new stage musical KING KONG began previews this weekend for an exclusive season at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne, Australia, with an official opening night of June 13. As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the show is already casting its eye towards Broadway, with a hopeful launch as early as 2014. Below, check out Sarah McLachlan take to the piano to perform the song she wrote for the show, 'What's It Gonna Take!'
KING KONG Begins Previews Today at Melbourne's Regent Theatre
by Tyler Peterson
- May 28, 2013
One of the best kept secrets in show business has finally been revealed - Creature Designer Sonny Tilders' incredible 6 metre, 1.1 tonne silverback King Kong made his public debut today (28 May) at Melbourne's Regent Theatre at his first preview performance 28 May.
TV Must Watch: KING KONG Makes His Debut on Australian Stage at Melbourne's Regent Theatre!
by Robert Diamond
- May 27, 2013
One of the most anticipated stage debuts in recent Australian history has just been revealed as creature Designer Sonny Tilders' incredible 6 metre, 1.1 tonne silverback King Kong made his public debut today at Melbourne's Regent Theatre ahead of his first preview performance on 28 May. Check out two numbers below form the press preview, including 'Full Moon Lullaby' featuring Kong and Esther Hannaford as Ann Darrow Music by Marius de Vries and Lyrics by Michael Mitnick, and 'The Chase' featuring Kong with Music by Marius de Vries sampling Justice's 'Genesis'.
VIDEO: Behind-the-Scenes of KING KONG; Previews Begin Tonight at Melbourne's Regent Theatre
by Tyler Peterson
- May 26, 2013
The new stage musical KING KONG begins previews tonight for an exclusive season at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne, Australia, with an official opening night of June 13. As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the show is already casting its eye towards Broadway, with a hopeful launch as early as 2014. Below, check out a report from Australia's news program SUNDAY NIGHT, which features a behind-the-scenes look at the show's rehearsals!
Watch KING KONG Cast Prep for Melbourne Premiere!
by Nicole Rosky
- May 3, 2013
The new stage musical KING KONG, premieres 15 June 2013 for an exclusive season at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne, Australia. As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the show is already casting its eye towards Broadway, with a hopeful launch as early as 2014. CLICK HERE to watch a video of the Australian cast in action!
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Melbourne's KING KONG Musical!
by Tyler Peterson
- Feb 23, 2013
He's been in the Global Creatures West Melbourne maternity ward for nearly five years, but earlier this month King Kong arrived at the Regent Theatre for rehearsals, ahead of the 15 June opening of the epic music theatre event that bears his name. Today, the first glimpse of Kong has been released! Check him out in the video below!
Tim Minchin & More Celebrate Roald Dahl's Charity
by Caryn Robbins
- Nov 8, 2012
Tuesday night Tim Minchin, Quentin Blake and Heston Blumenthal joined Samantha Cameron at Number 10 Downing Street to celebrate the work of Roald Dahl's Marvellous Children's Charity, helping to support seriously ill and disabled children around the UK.
Melbourne Theatre Company's THE DROWSY CHAPERONE Featuring Geoffrey Rush Now Playing Thru 2/27
by BWW News Desk
- Feb 27, 2010
Whatever happened to those toe-tapping, audience-grabbing musicals of yesteryear - like The Drowsy Chaperone? You remember it - it's the one where the Broadway star wants to leave the show because she's fallen for some oil-rich lummox, so the producer hires a gigolo to woo the girl and put the kibosh on the nuptials. With chorus girls and gangsters and an aviatrix and, of course, the 'drowsy' chaperone!
Melbourne Theatre Company's THE DROWSY CHAPERONE Featuring Geoffrey Rush Now Playing Thru 2/27
by BWW News Desk
- Jan 27, 2010
Whatever happened to those toe-tapping, audience-grabbing musicals of yesteryear - like The Drowsy Chaperone? You remember it - it's the one where the Broadway star wants to leave the show because she's fallen for some oil-rich lummox, so the producer hires a gigolo to woo the girl and put the kibosh on the nuptials. With chorus girls and gangsters and an aviatrix and, of course, the 'drowsy' chaperone!
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