STAGE TUBE: Constantine Maroulis Performs at D23 Expo

By: Aug. 20, 2011
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Constantine Maroulis, star of ROCK OF AGES and former finalist on American Idol, joinEd Fisher-Price and Disney Consumer Products to perform at D23 Expo in Anaheim, Calif. Maroulis' concert introduced the new Rock Star Mickey interactive feature plush. Maroulis performed on stage with Mickey Mouse. The two have also teamed up for the Rock Star Mickey TV commercial, which is set to air Sept. 6.

"It was awesome to get to rock out with such a beloved, global icon. I know what it takes to get people up on their feet, and Rock Star Mickey really has all the right moves," said Constantine. "As a new dad and a musician who loves to rock, I think it's important to help kids appreciate the magic of music and its impact on their lives."

Rock Star Mickey will retail for $54.99 and will be available on Sept. 6 at retailers nationwide. For additional information, log onto www.RockStarMickey.com. Inspired by Rock Star Mickey, fans can download Constantine's version of the classic rock song that is also featured in the plush, "You Really Got Me," now available for purchase on iTunes.

Constantine Maroulis just finished starring in the acclaimed national tour of the Tony Award Nominated Best Musical, ROCK OF AGES, and received a best actor Tony nomination for his role as Drew while on Broadway. He also helped make American Idol's Season 4 one of the most memorable to date with his delivery of the Queen classic "Bohemian Rhapsody" that electrified audiences and became that year's must-see performance. Mr. Maroulis has a rich history of successful roles on and off Broadway including the lead role of Roger in the national tour of RENT, his Broadway debut in the Tony Nominated 2007 production of "Wedding Singer" and in Off Broadway's critically acclaimed production of "Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris." He made a return to television on CBS's "The Bold and The Beautiful," which featured songs from his debut album "Constantine" released under his own Record Label, "Sixth Place Records" via (SONY/Red). In addition to role as an entertainer, Mr. Maroulis has done extensive work with many charities and non profits including Make-a-Wish, Hellenic Scholarship Fund, The Actors Fund, Broadway Cares and more.



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