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Fame 2019

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
Run Type Limited Run
Market West End
Previews September 11, 2019
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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BOOKS ABOUT Fame

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by Rachel Stone - Aug 26, 2026


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Ian Noe Releases New Single "Leeann" Ahead of CANYON FALLS TRAILER BAND
by Rachel Stone - Aug 26, 2026


Ian Noe released the single "Leeann" from his forthcoming third studio album, a 16-song concept record centered on a fictional band, out via Thirty Tigers.

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by Rachel Stone - Aug 25, 2026


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Timothy Bloom and Chase Parker Named 2026 Prince Fellowship Recipients
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 25, 2026


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by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2026


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by Rachel Stone - Aug 22, 2026


Theatre Raleigh will open subscription sales for its 2027 Main Stage Season, with early access for current subscribers ahead of public sales and single tickets to follow later.

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by Caryl Kristine Guillermo - Aug 23, 2026


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Jonas Brothers Announce New Single LISTEN WHEN SAD
by Rachel Stone - Aug 21, 2026


JONAS BROTHERS revealed their upcoming single following a sold-out opening night at Madison Square Garden, reuniting with Burnin' Up producer John Fields for the new track.

Ruth Eckerd Hall to Launch 2026-2027 Matinee Collection Series
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2026


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SHELTER INN PLACE to Open at Theater Row In September
by Rachel Stone - Aug 17, 2026


Ego Actus Theatre Company will present Henry Feldman's comedy about a hotel manager trapped with family during a hurricane, directed by Joan Kane at Theater Row.

JONAS BROTHERS Add UBS Arena to THE BURNING UP TOUR ALL OVER AGAIN, Dec. 19
by Rachel Stone - Aug 17, 2026


The Jonas Brothers will expand THE BURNING UP TOUR ALL OVER AGAIN into a 45-city North American run, with a stop at UBS Arena in Belmont Park, NY, on December 19, 2026. General on-sale begins August 21.

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by Rachel Stone - Aug 14, 2026


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CANYON FALLS TRAILER BAND, Ian Noe's Third Album, to Arrive via Thirty Tigers
by Rachel Stone - Aug 13, 2026


Ian Noe will release his third studio album, a 16-song concept record imagining a fictional band's one-night showcase, completing a trilogy rooted in Eastern Kentucky.

Mozart's DON GIOVANNI to Open Lyric Opera of Chicago's 2026/27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2026


Bass-baritone Christian Van Horn will star in Mozart's Don Giovanni, directed by Robert Falls and conducted by Enrique Mazzola, launching Lyric Opera of Chicago's new season.

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The Hermitage Artist Retreat named its 2026-2027 National Curatorial Council, adding Mark Ronson, Will Butler, Bill Rauch, Ian Alteveer, and Justin Torres to the Sarasota County arts organization's roster of nominators.

Photos: Beth Leavel Inducted Into The Muny Hall of Fame
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2026


Tony Award winner Beth Leavel was inducted into the Muny Hall of Fame, honoring her contributions in more than a dozen Muny productions over four decades. See photos from the ceremony!

Brandon Flowers Talks THRASHER, Elvis and MR. BRIGHTSIDE with Anthony Mason
by Rachel Stone - Aug 12, 2026


Brandon Flowers discussed his new solo album THRASHER, his sister's abusive marriage and an imagined encounter with Elvis Presley in a new interview with Anthony Mason.

Antonia Franceschi Named Artistic Director of New York Theatre Ballet
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2026


New York Theatre Ballet has named Antonia Franceschi as its permanent Artistic Director following her tenure as Interim Artistic Director, the company's board chair announced.

Don McLean to Return to Bilheimer Capitol Theatre
by Rachel Stone - Aug 10, 2026


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Beth Leavel Will Be Inducted Into Muny Hall of Fame
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2026


Tony Award winner Beth Leavel, who stars as Katie Connelly in the Muny production of Meet Me In St. Louis, will be inducted into the Muny Hall of Fame, honoring her contributions in more than a dozen Muny productions over four decades.

RON DROTOS AND FRIENDS to Return to Pangea for Two Shows
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2026


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MAKING IT HAPPEN Festival of 15-Minute Musicals Unveils Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2026


The Theater Center selected 12 new musicals for its Making It Happen Festival, with three advancing to a final round to compete for a $5000 grand prize at the Jerry Orbach Theater.

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.

Fame History

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

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