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Fame

Run Time:
2 hours, 20 minutes (including intermission)
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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THE 20TH ANNUAL NOTABLE OCCASION Will Come to Carnegie Hall
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2026


Nicola and Beatrice Bulgari will host the Carnegie Hall Notables—a membership program for music enthusiasts in their 20s and 30s—for the 20th Annual Notable Occasion.

The Prince Fellowship to Open Applications for 2026 Program
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026


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by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026


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Randy Travis Will Conclude 'More Life Tour' with Final Dates This Fall
by Josh Sharpe - May 26, 2026


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by Josh Sharpe - May 21, 2026


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ACHY BREAKY BRIDE Will Return to St Helens Theatre Royal
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026


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Linda Perry to Join Indigo Girls on Tour This Fall
by Josh Sharpe - May 20, 2026


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J'Nai Bridges, Misty Copeland and Donna McKechnie to Receive Honorary Degrees at MSM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2026


Manhattan School of Music will confer Honorary Doctor of Musical Arts degrees on mezzo-soprano J'Nai Bridges, Misty Copeland, Donna McKechnie, Jane Chu, and Jason Moran at its annual Commencement Ceremony at The Riverside Church in New York City.

Queen Latifah to Join THE VOICE as a Coach for Season 30
by Josh Sharpe - May 12, 2026


Queen Latifah, the musician and actress who appeared onscreen in the films of Chicago and Hairspray, will join season 30 of NBC’s Emmy Award-winning musical competition series “The Voice” as a coach this fall.

Full Cast Set for JERSEY BOYS 20th Anniversary UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026


The full cast has been announced for the 20th anniversary UK and Ireland tour of JERSEY BOYS, led by Luke Baker as Frankie Valli, with the production opening at New Wimbledon Theatre and booking through 2027.

Punch Brothers to Perform at Boch Center Shubert Theatre for New Album
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2026


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Julian Clary Will Return to Edinburgh Fringe After 17 Years With FULLY DILATED
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026


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A History of Musicals About Friendship
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 10, 2026


Friendship is nearly always a side element in musicals. From the comic sidekick of the leading character to the backup pals who provide background vocals, friends are part of the fabric of many shows—but rarely are they the main event. 

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by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2026


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by Nicole Rosky - Apr 29, 2026


NEW YORK CITY CENTER announced programing for the 2026 –2027 Season—the largest in the institution’s history. It will include Encores! productions of Kiss of the Spider Woman, Hallelujah Baby, You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, and more.

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by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2026


The Seattle Symphony will present two intimate chamber music performances spotlighting Chickasaw American composer Jerod Impichchaachaaha' Tate at Octave 9: Raisbeck Music Center, featuring works inspired by Pacific Northwest and American Indian traditions.

Betty Buckley Will Release 'Enough' Single, From Sara Bareilles' THE INTERESTINGS Musical
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 24, 2026


Tony Award–winning stage and screen icon Betty Buckley releases her  new single, “Enough,” written by GRAMMY® Award-winning singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles. Watch in this video as she explains more about what fans can expect from the album.

FIGHTING WITH MY FAMILY Musical in Development; Dwayne Johnson to Produce
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 21, 2026


A stage musical adaptation of FIGHTING WITH MY FAMILY is in development with Seven Bucks Productions, co-founded by Dwayne Johnson. The project will feature a book by Jon Brittain and music by Miranda Cooper and Nick Coler.

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2026


Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation has named acclaimed director JoAnne Akalaitis as the recipient of its 2025 Gordon Davidson Award, recognizing her lifetime achievement and enduring impact on the national nonprofit theatre landscape.

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by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026


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by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026


Overture Center in Madison, Wis. announced its 2026/27 season, featuring eight Broadway productions including Wisconsin premieres of MAYBE HAPPY ENDING and DEATH BECOMES HER, plus over 30 Overture Presents performances.

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2026


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by Nicole Rosky - Apr 9, 2026


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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
2019   West End West End Production
West End

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