Daddy Cool

Opened: September 21, 2006

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Shaftesbury Theatre
Holborn end of Shaftesbury Avenue London

The music of Frank Farian tells the story of Sunny, a young man who lives for his music. Caught up in a local rivalry between East and West London crews, he meets and falls in love Rose, daughter of the East End’s notorious club owner, Ma Barker. Echoing Romeo and Juliet, the lovers’ relationship fuels the hostility between the two gangs, leaving their famlies face to face with past secrets and forcing them to confront their future.

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Exclusive: The 40 Greatest Songs by THE BEACH BOYS Ranked - The Perfect Playlist for Your Summer Vacation
by Peter Nason - Jun 14, 2023

'Good Vibrations'? 'California Girls'? 'I Get Around'? See where your favorite Beach Boys songs land on the list!

Broadway Buying Guide: March 27, 2023
by Team BWW - Mar 27, 2023

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, March 27, 2023.

Darryl 'DMC' McDaniels, Chuck D, Big Daddy Kane & Eric B. Up Next On Tom Needham's SOUNDS OF FILM NEW YEAR'S EVE SPECIAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 28, 2020

Long Island Music Hall of Fame Inductees Darryl 'DMC' McDaniels, Chuck D, Big Daddy Kane & Eric B. join Tom Needham on THE SOUNDS OF FILM NEW YEAR'S EVE SPECIAL. The radio special airs before the Long Island Music Hall of Fame's Best of the Awards Galas TV show on News 12+.

BWW Exclusive: The 101 Greatest MOVIE MUSICALS of All Time
by Peter Nason - Mar 30, 2020

BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the best film musicals since the sound era began; see if your favorites made the list!

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.

Fat Joe Shares Vevo Ctrl Performance Video 'Heaven & Hell'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 29, 2020

Vevo announces Fat Joe as the next artist in their Ctrl series with a performance of 'Heaven & Hell' premiering today. 

Darryl 'D.M.C.' McDaniels & Kurtis Blow Are KRUSH GROOVIN' On TOM NEEDHAM'S SOUNDS OF FILM
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 15, 2019

The legendary stars of the hip hop classic, KRUSH GROOVE, Darryl 'D.M.C.' McDaniels and Kurtis Blow, are Tom Needham's special guests on Thursday, August 25th at 6 pm on WUSB's THE SOUNDS OF FILM.

Darryl 'D.M.C.' McDaniels and Kurtis Blow Are Next Up on Tom Needham's SOUNDS OF FILM
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2019

The legendary stars of the hip hop classic, KRUSH GROOVE, Darryl 'D.M.C.' McDaniels and Kurtis Blow, are Tom Needham's special guests on Thursday, August 25th at 6 pm on WUSB's THE SOUNDS OF FILM.

Oily Cart's HIPPITY HOP Opens Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2018

After its sell-out success over a decade ago, Oily Cart is just one week away from the return of its not too cool for pre-school show - HIPPITY HOP. Running from 11 to 31 December at artsdepot, North Finchley followed by a national UK tour from January 11, this hip 'n' happening, multi-sensory musical is back to meet and immerse a new generation of hip young things into the magical world of theatre.

Oily Cart Presents HIPPITY HOP This Christmas
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2018

After its sell-out success over a decade ago, Oily Cart is delighted to announce the return of its not too cool for pre-school show - HIPPITY HOP. Running from 11 to 31 December at artsdepot, North Finchley followed by a national UK tour from January 11, this hip 'n' happening, multi-sensory musical is back to meet and immerse a new generation of hip young things into the magical world of theatre.

Freeform Releases its New Lineup of TV and Movie Offerings for August 2018
by Macon Prickett - Jul 27, 2018

Freeform announces its programming schedule for August 2018, which includes the season two premiere of the Freeform comedy “Alone Together” and the summer finales of the critically acclaimed series “Marvel's Cloak & Dagger” and “The Bold Type.”

Roger Bart, Ali Stroker & More Complete Cast of Hollywood Bowl's ANNIE
by Julie Musbach - Jul 5, 2018

Casting is now complete for the Hollywood Bowl's upcoming production of Annie. The new cast members are Roger Bart as Daniel 'Rooster' Hannigan, Kaylin Hedges as Annie, Ali Stroker as 'Star-to-Be,' Amir Talai as Bert Healy, Marlow Barkley as Kate, Amadi Chapata as Pepper, Noe Lynds as July, Rae Martinez as Tessie, Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja as Molly, and Olivia Zenetzis as Duffy.

Find Out What Is Coming To Hulu In January
by Tori Hartshorn - Dec 15, 2017

TV Guide shared the list of what is all coming to Hulu next month. Read the full article here!

Linda Eder, Sleeping Beauty, Elvis Show and More Set for THE CENTER's 2017-18 Season in Coral Springs
by BWW News Desk - Oct 14, 2017

THE CENTER, formerly known as the Coral Springs Center for the Arts, is launching a music-packed 2017-18 season next month with an exciting, diverse, audience-wowing array of concerts, shows and events.

Linda Eder, Sleeping Beauty, Elvis Show and More Set for THE CENTER's 2017-18 Season in Coral Springs
by BWW News Desk - Sep 22, 2017

THE CENTER, formerly known as the Coral Springs Center for the Arts, is launching a music-packed 2017-18 season next month with an exciting, diverse, audience-wowing array of concerts, shows and events.

Los Lobos, Lalah Hathaway and More to Bring Holiday Shows to City Winery Chicago
by BWW News Desk - Dec 1, 2016

City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, Chicago, has announced its 2016 holiday lineup. 

Candlebox, Stephen Lynch, Josh Ritter & More On-Sale at City Winery Chicago
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2016

City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, announces an intimate acoustic duo performance by '90s Seattle rock & roll band Candlebox, comedian, musician and Tony Award-nominated actor Stephen Lynch, contemporary folk artist Josh Ritter andmore. The following shows go on sale to the public on Thursday, December 1, at noon at citywinery.com/chicago.

Los Lobos, Lalah Hathaway and More to Bring Holiday Shows to City Winery Chicago
by BWW News Desk - Nov 2, 2016

City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, Chicago, has announced its 2016 holiday lineup. 

La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts to Present Green Day's AMERICAN IDIOT
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 12, 2016

LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS presents the fourth production in its innovative and award-winning ONSTAGE Series with the Tony award-winning rock musical, AMERICAN IDIOT, music by Green Day, lyrics by Billie Joe Armstrong, book by Billie Joe Armstrong and Michael Mayer, musical direction by David O, choreography by Dana Solimando and directed by Brian Kite. AMERICAN IDIOT will preview on Friday, April 29 (with a press opening on Saturday, April 30 at 8pm) and will run through Sunday, May 15 - ONSTAGE at LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 14900 La Mirada Blvd. in La Mirada.

Theatre Royal Plymouth Sets Full Cast of MONSTER RAVING LOONEY
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 8, 2016

Theatre Royal Plymouth Artistic Director Simon Stokes today announces the full cast for his production of James Graham's Monster Raving Loony.  Samuel James takes the role of Screaming Lord Sutch, with Joseph Alessi, Camilla Beeput, Joanna Brookes, Jack Brown playing a number of different characters. The production opens on Wednesday 10th February, with previews from Saturday 6th February, and runs until Sat 27th February.

DMX and More Set for MASTERS OF CEREMONY! at NJPAC Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 4, 2015

New Jersey Performance Arts Center (NJPAC) announces Masters of Ceremony! Some of the best rappers of the 90's that influences today's music, don't miss this hip-hop greats DMX ('Party Up'), EPMD ('So Watcha Sayin'), Rakim ('Guess Who's Back'), Big Daddy Kane ('Ain't No Half-Steppin'), Slick Rick ('Children's Story'), Kid Capri ('Like That') and surprise guests tonight, April 4th at 8PM.

BALLROOM WITH A TWIST Comes to San Diego, Today
by BWW News Desk - Feb 28, 2015

Gentlemen, here's the ideal Valentine's Day gift for your ladies: tickets to romantic Ballroom with a Twist, coming to the Poway Center for the Performing Arts today, February 28, 2015 at 8pm. Combine this star-studded event with a starlit Dinner on the Plaza and you have the perfect date night.

BALLROOM WITH A TWIST Comes to San Diego, 2/28
by BWW News Desk - Jan 30, 2015

Gentlemen, here's the ideal Valentine's Day gift for your ladies: tickets to romantic Ballroom with a Twist, coming to the Poway Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, February 28, 2015 at 8pm. Combine this star-studded event with a starlit Dinner on the Plaza and you have the perfect date night.

DMX and More Set for MASTERS OF CEREMONY! at NJPAC, 4/4
by BWW News Desk - Jan 21, 2015

New Jersey Performance Arts Center (NJPAC) announces Masters of Ceremony! Some of the best rappers of the 90's that influences today's music, don't miss this hip-hop greats DMX ("Party Up"), EPMD ("So Watcha Sayin'"), Rakim ("Guess Who's Back"), Big Daddy Kane ("Ain't No Half-Steppin'"), Slick Rick ("Children's Story"), Kid Capri ("Like That") and surprise guests on Saturday, April 4th at 8PM.

BWW Interviews: Lena Hall Talks Tony Award, HEDWIG, and The Deafening
by David Clarke - Sep 19, 2014

Exciting. Electric. Exhilarating. Rocking. Phenomenal. All of these words have been used to describe HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH on Broadway. And, one of Broadway's hottest talents is helping to ensure that these adjectives are justified. The incomparably charming and charismatic Tony Award Winner Lena Hall, co-starring as Yitzhak, recently talked to me about her Tony win, HEDWIG, and her band, The Deafening.

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