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Opened: January 28, 2008

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Capitol Theatre
13 Campbell St. Sydney, Australia

Based on the screenplay by Lee Hall

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A.R.T. Names 2023 ACOM Cohort, Launching Learning Intensive for Arts Leaders
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2023


American Repertory Theater has announced the members of the 2023 cohort of its Arts & Cultural Organizational Management (ACOM) program.

Casting Revealed For The World Première of THE THIRD MAN at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2023


As rehearsals begin, the Menier Chocolate Factory has announced full casting for the world première of the new musical, The Third Man. Learn more about who is starring in the show here!

Casting Revealed for The World Premiere of THE THIRD MAN at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2023


As public booking opens, the Menier Chocolate Factory has announced initial casting for the world première of the new musical, The Third Man. Learn more about who will be starring in the show here!

Review: BILLY ELLIOT IL MUSICAL al Teatro Sistina
by Ettore Farrattini - Apr 14, 2023


La favola di Billy Elliot è una storia che si adatta a tutte le età: una storia che emoziona e soprattutto che educa tutte le età.

GYPSY and THE BAND'S VISIT to be Screened at the V&A's 2023 Performance Festival, Celebrating Musical Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Apr 13, 2023


Running from 22 April 2023, the V&A's Performance Festival will 'explore and deconstruct musical theatre, with a wide range of special events taking place throughout the museum.'

Previews: BILLY ELLIOT al TEATRO SISTINA
by Ettore Farrattini - Apr 6, 2023


BILLY ELLIOT al TEATRO SISTINA Con un nuovo cast torna in scena il musical con le musiche di Elton John ispirato al celeberrimo film. In scena a partire dal 13 aprile.

Stephen Schwartz Helmed ASCAP Musical Theatre Workshop Now Accepting Submissions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 4, 2023


Aspiring musical theatre composers have the chance of a lifetime to workshop their new musical with iconic composer/lyricist Stephen Schwartz at the upcoming 2023 ASCAP Foundation/Universal Theatrical Group Musical Theatre Workshop.

Everything We Know About the Competing Fred Astaire Biopics
by Michael Major - Feb 14, 2023


It has been reported that two different Fred Astaire biopics are currently in the works. To make matters even more complicated, both actors playing Astaire on the big screen, Jamie Bell and Tom Holland, have played the title role in Billy Elliot in the past. BroadwayWorld has compiled everything we know about each of them so far.

Tom Holland's Fred Astaire Biopic Will Be Directed By Paul King
by Michael Major - Feb 13, 2023


Paddington director Paul King will direct the upcoming Fred Astaire biopic starring Tom Holland. Billy Elliot writer Lee Hall is writing the film. Holland played the title role in the stage adaptation of Billy Elliot in 2008. Paul King is also directing the upcoming musical movie telling the origin story of Willy Wonka, starring Timothée Chalamet.

Graham Phillips & Krystina Alabado to Star in SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE at Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2023


Pasadena Playhouse has announced the cast for Sunday in the Park with George, the first production of the theater’s six-month-long celebration of Stephen Sondheim. See performances dates and how to purchase tickets!

A Guide to Broadway Guest Stars on BLUE BLOODS
by Michael Major - Feb 20, 2023


While the series' recurring cast includes Tom Selleck, Bridget Moynahan, Donnie Wahlberg, and more, guest stars have included Audra McDonald, Kelli O'Hara, Joanna Gleason, Adrienne Warren, Jinkx Monsoon, Norm Lewis, Norbert Leo Butz, and more. Check out a list of Broadway guest stars on Blue Bloods now!

Exclusive: Hear Two Tracks From the SCROOGE: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Soundtrack
by Michael Major - Dec 15, 2022


The score is by award-winning composer Jeremy Holland-Smith (Musical Director for West End Production of Billy Elliot). BroadwayWorld is exclusively sharing two songs from the soundtrack, 'Ebenezer Are You There' and 'From Present To Future.' Be the first to hear the new tracks from the soundtrack now!

Who Will Win at the 2022 Tony Awards?
by Team BWW - Jun 11, 2022


Which Best Musical and Best Play nominees will win a Tony Award? BroadwayWorld has rounded up the winners of the Tony Awards, the Drama Desk Awards, the Drama League Awards and the Outer Critics Circle Awards for the last fifty years to compare winners year by year.

Industry News: Simon Delany Joins Colin Ingram Ltd As Global Marketing Director
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2022


Simon Delany has been appointed Global Marketing Director of Colin Ingram Ltd, working on the marketing of the Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical Back To The Future the Musical worldwide, Grease in the UK and The Time Traveller's Wife: the Musical. 

UN DÍA COMO HOY: BILLY ELLIOT ganaba 10 Premios Tony
by Nuria Pedret - Jun 7, 2021


La obra estuvo nominada a trece premios, mientras que su gran competidora, NEXT TO NORMAL, lo estuvo a once

UN DÍA COMO HOY: BILLY ELLIOT cierra en Broadway
by Cristina Martinez - Jan 8, 2021


Un ocho de enero de 2012, el niño que quería bailar lo hacía por última vez en Broadway. Tras cuatro años en cartel, 1.312 funciones y 40 previas, BILLY ELLIOT bajaba el telón definitivamente.

Theater Stories: AIN'T TOO PROUD, The Premiere of PIPPIN, The Debut of Mary Martin & More About The Imperial Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2020


This week's Theater Stories features the Imperial Theatre. Learn about the stars and shows to have graced the theatre's stage, including Ethel Merman in Annie Get Your Gun and Gypsy; the Broadway premiere of Mary Martin; the theatre's current show, Ain't Too Proud, and much more!

VIDEO: On This Day, November 13- BILLY ELLIOT Opens On Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2020


Billy Elliot: The Musical is based on the 2000 film of the same name. The show features music by Elton John, and the book and lyrics by Lee Hall, who also wrote the film's screenplay.

BWW Exclusive: The 101 Greatest Musical Theatre Characters (1940-2020)
by Peter Nason - Apr 30, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the best musical theatre characters from 1940-2020; see if your favorites are on our list of the best characters from Broadway musicals.

VIDEO: EVERYBODY DANCE NOW! A Look Back at 'Electricity' From BILLY ELLIOT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2020


In this time of social distancing and remaining responsibly indoors, we are all looking for ways to brighten our days and get moving any way we can! In the spirit of celebrating theater and providing motivation to get up and get shakin', we're taking a look back and paying tribute to some of the greatest dance numbers in musical theater history! Today's number, 'Electricity' from Billy Elliot!

130+ Musicals That You Can Stream Now!
by Team BWW - Apr 4, 2021


Visit our list of the best musicals & shows you can watch from home! We've got you covered with all the must-sees on streaming sites including Tony-award winners, favorite stars and top performances.

Broadway Rewind: BILLY ELLIOT Pirouettes to Broadway in 2008!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 14, 2020


Billy Elliot made a huge splash in London in 2005 before it crossed the Atlantic. The Broadway production opened at the Imperial Theatre on November 13, 2008, where it remained for over three years and 1312 performances. The show made Tony winners of its three pint-sized leading men (David Álvarez, Trent Kowalik and Kiril Kulish) and picked up nine other Tonys that season. The production also notabley starred Haydn Gwynne, Gregory Jbara and a young, future Tony-winner, Santino Fontana.

BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL Opens Tonight In Adelaide
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 30, 2019


Universal Theatrical Group, Working Title Films, Greene Light Stage, Michael Coppel Entertainments and Louise Withers Presents are thrilled that Adelaide audiences will finally have a chance to experience the magic of the multi award-winning smash hit Billy Elliot the Musical for the first time. The show officially opens in Adelaide tonight, December 31, at the Festival Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre.

Summer Flashback: BILLY ELLIOT Opens on Broadway!
by Linnae Medeiros - Jul 12, 2019


We're feeling electricity because we're looking back at the 2009 Tony Award winner for Best Musical, Billy Elliot! Take a look at the show's opening night at Broadway's Imperial Theatre with the show's stars David Alvarez, Gregory Jbara, Santino Fontana, and more! Be sure to check out all the footage!

CABARET To Open At The Ogunquit Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2019


Come to the Cabaret, your table's waiting! Decadent nightlife meets dangerous times at Berlin's alluring Kit Kat Klub in the iconic Broadway musical Cabaret, on stage July 17 through August 10.

Other Productions of Billy Elliot

2005   West End Original London Production
West End
2008   Australian Production
2008   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2010   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
2010   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour

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