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BIO

After creating and starring in the show Taboo in 2002, in both London and on Broadway, Boy George returned to Broadway in Moulin Rouge! The Musical in a limited engagement in 2025, and then returned later in the year.


Born George O'Dowd in 1961, Boy George rose to fame as the lead singer of the iconic band Culture Club. First appearing on “Top of the Pops” with Culture Club in 1982, he instantly had people talking. The pop sensations went on to achieve seven UK Top 10 singles, nine Top 10 singles in the USA, and nine Top 20 singles in Australia - including “Karma Chameleon” and “Do You Really Want to Hurt Me,” and have sold in excess of 100 million singles and 50 million albums. Attracting high praise from a variety of publications that include Rolling Stone and MTV and having gained truly global recognition, the Grammy Award winning singer has created a World-wide presence that transcends age, race, colour, creed, nationality and even religion. George remains the most colourful pop star in British History. He’s ever present and relevant in today’s World with sell out worldwide tours, a new Album, numerous TV shows and a global audience who love the British National Treasure and Global Icon that is Boy George.

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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
2026
King Herod

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2019
Harold Zidler [Replacement]

[West End]
Original London Production, 2002
Leigh Bowery [Replacement]

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Boy George, Taboo


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Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Lyrics

Boy George, Taboo


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Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Music

Boy George, Taboo

Olivier Awards - 2003 - The Hilton Award for Best New Musical

Boy George, Taboo

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News


Henry Patterson Will Perform One-Night-Only Concert at PizzaExpress Live Soho
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2026

Henry Patterson announced a one-night-only concert at PizzaExpress Live Soho, performing songs from his debut album BROADWAY MAYBE with guest vocalist Roxy Yarnold and the Sam Every Big Band.
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at London Palladium Releases £25 On-Stage Standing Tickets
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2026

For the first time in The London Palladium's history, audiences can stand on stage during JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, with tickets priced at £25 available now.
Julian Clary Will Return to Edinburgh Fringe After 17 Years With FULLY DILATED
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026

Julian Clary will return to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe for the first time in 17 years with FULLY DILATED, a limited ten-show run at Assembly Rooms' Music Hall, promising intimate revelations and his signature camp comedy.
Interview: 'This Is A Dream': Musician & Lyricist Drew Gasparini On Bringing THE KARATE KID THE MUSICAL To The UK
by Kat Mokrynski - May 12, 2026

Recently, we had the chance to speak with Drew Gasparini, who wrote the music and lyrics for The Karate Kid. We discussed what his creative process has been like for the show, what it’s like to write for an adaptation versus an original piece of work and even how he didn’t actually want to be a part of the Karate Kid musical in the first place!
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at The London Palladium Finds Full Cast
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026

The complete cast for JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at The London Palladium has been announced, led by Sam Ryder as Jesus alongside Tyrone Huntley as Judas, with six performers rotating as King Herod.
John Partridge Will Star as Hannibal Lecter in World Premiere UK Tour of THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2026

John Partridge, known for EastEnders and West End roles, will star as Dr. Hannibal Lecter in the world stage premiere of THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS, adapted by Gina Gionfriddo and directed by Nikolai Foster.
Tyrone Huntley, Desmonda Cathabel, and David Thaxton Join the Cast of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at The London Palladium
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2026

Further casting has been announced for Jesus Christ Superstar at The London Palladium this summer. The cast will include Tyrone Huntley, Desmonda Cathabel, and David Thaxton.
Aton Blankson-Wood and Kevin McHale Will Lead Private Industry Readings of SA•PI•O•SEX•U•AL
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2026

Jim Kierstead will present two private industry readings (by invitation only) of sa•pi•o•sex•u•al, a new play by Aurin Squire. Directed by Christopher Renshaw, the readings will be held on Friday, March 27 @ 11am and 2pm.
Boy George, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, and More Will Share The Role of King Herod in JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026

Further casting has been announced for Jesus Christ Superstar at The London Palladium this summer. Joining the previously announced Sam Ryder as Jesus are an all-star line-up of six performers sharing the role of King Herod.
Ricky Rojas to Return to MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL as 'Santiago'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 8, 2026

Moulin Rouge! The Musical original Broadway cast member Ricky Rojas will return to the role of 'Santiago'. Ricky Rojas created the role of Santiago in Moulin Rouge! The Musical for the show’s Broadway premiere in 2019.
Grammy Winner Avery Sunshine To Perform At New Jersey Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2026

Avery Sunshine will perform in concert at New Jersey Performing Arts Center’s Victoria Theater. The GRAMMY Award–winning singer brings her progressive R&B sound to Newark as part of NJPAC’s concert programming.
ROMERO & JULIET World Premiere Opens At The Greer Cabaret Theatre In February
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2025

Matt Kontur and Makayla Wynn will star as the titular characters in the world premiere of the new zombie rock musical ROMERO & JULIET. The show will open at The Greer Cabaret Theatre in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in February on Friday the 13th and conclude its limited engagement with two additional shows on Valentine's Day
ROMERO & JULIET to Have World Premiere at Pittsburgh’s Greer Cabaret
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 3, 2025

A new rock musical, Romero & Juliet, will have its world premiere at the Greer Cabaret in Pittsburgh on Friday, February 13. Set in Verona, Pennsylvania, the show merges Shakespeare’s classic tragedy with George Romero’s Night of the Living Dead.
Michael Longhurst Will Direct New Version of Boy George's TABOO
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025

Michael Longhurst has joined the creative team for the new version of Boy George's hit musical Taboo, that Thomas Hopkins Productions (THP) has had in development for the past few years. 
John Bolton Joins Cast of ROMERO & JULIET in Concert
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2025

John Bolton, a Tony Award nominee for A CHRISTMAS STORY, has joined the cast of ROMERO & JULIET in Concert as Uncle Larry (aka Friar Lawrence.)
Video: Billy Porter, Hugh Bonneville, & More Star in New Trailer for CHRISTMAS KARMA Musical
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2025

Christmas Karma, a new Bollywood-inspired musical take on Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, has released its first trailer, featuring Tony Award winner Billy Porter, Downton Abbey star Hugh Bonneville, and more. Watch it now!
Avery Sunshine Comes to NJPAC in January
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2025

New Jersey Performing Arts Center will present Avery Sunshine, a singer known for her captivating music that resonates with audiences everywhere. Learn more here!
Thomas Hopkins Productions Launches 'End Card' Screen Division with Paul McKenzie and Gio Messale
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 4, 2025

Thomas Hopkins Productions (THP), the award–winning company renowned for its work across theatre and live performance, has announced the launch of its screen-focused division End Card.
The Belfast Ensemble Will Perform DUBLIN JACK
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2025

In a work which further showcases Conor Mitchell as one the UK and Ireland's most exciting composers, The Belfast Ensemble are presenting the first two-acts in concert of his major new work.
ROMERO & JULIET Concert Comes to the Cutting Room NYC
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2025

Chad Marge and Delilah Jane Dunn will star as Romero and Juliet, alongside Tony nominee Steven Skybell as Uncle Larry (Friar Lawrence) in a concert presentation of the new zombie rock musical ROMERO & JULIET in Concert at the Cutting Room NYC.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Boy George been in?

Boy George has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Boy George been in?

Boy George has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.

What was Boy George's first West End show?

Boy George's first West End show was Taboo which opened in 2002

What awards has Boy George been nominated for?

Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Taboo, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Taboo, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Taboo and The Hilton Award for Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for Taboo.

What awards has Boy George won?

Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Taboo and Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Taboo.

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