Fame 2019 - Articles Page 11

Run Time:
2 hours, 20 minutes (including intermission)
Opened: September 11, 2019
Closing: October 19, 2019

Fame - 2019 - West End History , Info & More

Peacock Theatre
Portugal St, Holborn London

The definitive 30th anniversary tour of Fame the Musical, starring Keith Jack and Jorgie Porter with Mica Paris, leaps on to the West End stage in September 2019.



Based on the 1980 phenomenal pop culture film, Fame The Musical is the international smash hit sensation following the lives of students at New York's High School For The Performing Arts as they navigate their way through the highs and lows, the romances and the heartbreaks and the ultimate elation of life.



This much loved classic has seen seven West End runs since opening on Broadway in 1988. Featuring the Oscar-winning title song and an outstanding cast of outstanding dancers, singers, musicians and actors, Fame The Musical will indeed live forever!

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Kristin Chenoweth to Join Shoshana Bean For Holiday Show at the Apollo
by Michael Major - Nov 7, 2023


Shoshana and Kristin’s enduring friendship dates back to 2003 when their paths crossed at Broadway’s Wicked. The two have maintained an off-stage friendship since and recently connected on the green carpet for Wicked’s 20th Anniversary celebration.  In 2019, Shoshana joined Kristin as her special guest in her Broadway residency “For the Girls”.

Hootie & The Blowfish Return In 2024 With 43-City 'Summer Camp With Trucks Tour'
by Michael Major - Nov 7, 2023


Iconic pop-rock band Hootie & the Blowfish return in 2024 with the Summer Camp with Trucks Tour, featuring special guests Collective Soul and Edwin McCain. This marks their first full tour since 2019, celebrating their 30th anniversary. Mark Bryan, Dean Felber, Darius Rucker and Jim “Soni” Sonefeld are back!

Tickets To TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Bass Performance Hall On Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2023


Get your tickets now for TINA - The Tina Turner Musical and experience the incredible music and story of Tina Turner live on stage. Don't miss this limited engagement - book your seats today before they sell out!

Boy George Will Join MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL on Broadway as 'Harold Zidler'
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2023


Boy George is making his return to Broadway in Moulin Rouge! The Musical. The Tony Award-winning musical will welcome the global icon and Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and trailblazer in the role of “Harold Zidler” beginning Tuesday, February 6.

Christopher O'Riley to Perform Music of Radiohead and J.S. Bach at Kennedy Center on Monday
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 5, 2023


Celebrated concert pianist Christopher O'Riley will perform his own arrangements of British band and Grammy winner Radiohead followed by Johann Sebastian Bach's iconic Preludes and Fugues, Numbers I though XII, on Monday, Nov. 6 at 7:30 p.m. at the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater.

Harrisburg, PA's The Jellybricks Release New Single and Video 'Monday's Never'
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 4, 2023


Harrisburg, PA's The Jellybricks Release New Single and Video 'Monday's Never' featuring Guided By Voices' Doug Gillard on lead guitar.

Segerstrom Center For The Arts Announces 2023 Holiday Concerts Featuring Megan Hilty and More
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 3, 2023


Segerstrom Center for the Arts will present an incredible lineup of festive performances to make this season merry and bright, including international music sensations, timeless dance, esteemed recording artists, lively outdoor activities, and a Christmas Broadway classic. Find out about the upcoming concerts here!

The Joyce to Present DANCING WITH GLASS: THE PIANO ETUDES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 2, 2023


The Joyce presents 'Dancing with Glass: The Piano Etudes' featuring Lucinda Childs, Justin Peck, Chanon Judston, Leonardo Sandova, and more.

The Drama Book Shop Announces Upcoming Author Events
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 2, 2023


The Drama Book Shop presents a series of events featuring new theatrical literary works by authors and playwrights. Join them for inspiring discussions and celebrations of the power of American theater. Reserve your seat on their website.

Philly Premiere of AIN'T TOO PROUD �" THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS Comes to Kimmel Cultural Campus
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 2, 2023


The Kimmel Cultural Campus and The Shubert Organization will present the first national tour of Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of the Temptations for the first time in Philadelphia. The Broadway smash hit musical will play at the Campus' Academy of Music January 3 - 21 as part of the 2023-24 Broadway series.

THE BUTTCRACKER: A NUTCRACKER BURLESQUE Introduces 2023 Soloists
by Stephi Wild - Nov 2, 2023


 The Buttcracker: A Nutcracker Burlesque has shared featured soloists' biographies and special events for the 2023 engagement.

Aurora Theatre Company Announces New O+G Commission, Showcase Planned For Late November/Early December
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 1, 2023


Aurora Theatre Company announces the company's 2023 Originate+Generate (O+G) commission, Bay Area hip hop music and theater collective Felonious, comprised of members Carlos “Infinite” Aguirre, Keith Pinto, Tommy Shepherd (a.k.a. Emcee Soulati), and Dan Wolf. 

Leslie Odom, Jr., Patti LuPone And More Announced for Staller Center Spring 2024 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 1, 2023


This spring, it's your chance to experience an incredible array of performances at the Staller Center for the Arts. The new season contains a vast lineup from high-profile musical artists and world-renowned dance troupes to fun-filled family shows and side-splitting comedians!

Second Stage Theater to Present The Next Stage Festival Supporting Early Career Playwrights
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 1, 2023


Second Stage Theater will present its first ever NEXT STAGE FESTIVAL. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

Ballet Hispánico to Celebrate Eduardo Vilaro's 15th Season With a World Premiere & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 1, 2023


Ballet Hispánico celebrates Eduardo Vilaro's 15th season with a program featuring the world premiere of Vilaro's 'Buscando a Juan,' Annabelle Lopez Ochoa's 'Mad'moiselle,' and Gustavo Ramírez Sansano's '18+1.'

Review: AIN'T TOO PROUD - THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS at Broadway San Jose
by Linda Hodges - Nov 1, 2023


What did our critic think of AIN'T TOO PROUD - THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS at Broadway San Jose?

Sarah Brightman Brings A Christmas Symphony to State Theatre New Jersey
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2023


State Theatre New Jersey presents the world's biggest-selling soprano and legendary Grammy Award-nominated artist Sarah Brightman in A Christmas Symphony on Sunday, November 26 at 7:30pm.

SONS OF SERENDIP Comes to The Sieminski Theater This Weekend
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2023


The Sieminski Theater has announced an enchanting evening with America's Got Talent finalists, Sons of Serendip. Join in on November 4 at 7:30 PM for an extraordinary performance that will captivate your heart and soul.

Chloe Flower Unveils First-Ever Holiday Album 'Chloe Hearts Christmas'
by Michael Major - Nov 1, 2023


Chloe Flower unveils her first-ever holiday album, 'Chloe Hearts Christmas,' featuring festive music for the season.

Tapestry Dance Company to Present THE PRECIOUS PRESENT - LISTEN in Austin
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2023


Don't miss Tapestry Dance Company's performance of 'The Precious Present -- Listen' in Austin at the Austin Ventures Studio Theatre. Get ready for an unforgettable night of dance and music. Find out more details he

Two World Premiere Musicals & More Set for La Jolla Playhouse 2024/2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2023


La Jolla Playhouse has unveiled its 2024/2025 season, featuring two world-premiere musicals. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

Cancer Survivor And Artist Beth Nielson Chapman Set To Perform At Spire Center On November 17
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2023


Singer-songwriter Beth Nielson Chapman will perform music from her expansive years of work at the Spire Center for Performing Arts in Plymouth, MA on November 17.

CMA Presents Jeannie Seely With 2023 Joe Talbot Award
by Michael Major - Oct 30, 2023


Celebrated for revolutionizing the perception of female Country artists, Seely was surprised with the award on-stage at the Grand Ole Opry during her performance. Following the surprise presentation by CMA Board President Kella Farris, audience members rose to their feet with applause for Seely. 

Sam Grow Announces New Album; Shares Focus Track 'Loretta'
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 28, 2023


Sam Grow has announced the release of his new album and shares the focus track 'Loretta'.

Perelman Performing Arts Center to Present IS IT THURSDAY YET? & More Dance Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2023


The Perelman Performing Arts Center will present Is It Thursday Yet?, The March, and Motion/Matter: Street Dance Festival at the new performing arts center at the World Trade Center site in Lower Manhattan. 

Fame FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Fame and what's the order?
Pray I Make P.A.
Hard Work
I Want to Make Magic
Can't Keep It Down
Tyrone's Rap
Let's Play a Love Scene
There She Goes!
Fame
Bring on Tomorrow
The Teachers' Argument
I Gotta Find a Way
Think of Meryl Streep
Dancin' on the Sidewalk
These Are My Children
Lemme Out!
The Pas-de-Deux
In L.A.
Like Carmen, Not Me!
Mabel's Prayer
Hard Work
I Want To Make Magic
There She Goes/Fame
Let's Play A Love Scene
Bring On Tomorrow
The Teacher's Argument
Think Of Meryl Streep
Mabel's Prayer
Dancin' On The Sidewalk
These Are My Children
In L.A.

Other Productions of Fame

1989   Regional (US) World Premiere
Regional (US)
1995   West End Original London Production
West End
1999   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
2003   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Production
Off-Broadway
2009   2009 Motion Picture
2019   West End West End Production
West End

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