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Carole King

Birth Place: Brooklyn, NY, USA

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The inspiration behind the Tony-winning musical "Beautiful," Carole King is one of popular music's most beloved singer-songwriters. Pop music would be very different without the contributions of Carole King, who wrote her first #1 hit at age 17 with Gerry Goffin, "Will You Love Me Tomorrow," for the Shirelles. The dozens of chart hits Goffin and King wrote during this period became legendary, but it was 1971's Tapestry that took King to the pinnacle, speaking personally to her contemporaries and providing a spiritual musical backdrop to the decade. More than 400 of her compositions have been recorded by over 1,000 artists, resulting in 100 hit singles and 6 Grammys.

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[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 1993
Mrs. Johnstone [Replacement]

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Westport Country Playhouse Presents Ari Axelrod In A Celebration Of Jewish Broadway On May 8


Join Ari Axelrod at the Westport Country Playhouse on May 8 for a special celebration of Jewish Broadway. Experience a memorable night of music and culture.

FUNNY GIRL Comes to Dallas This Summer


 Broadway Dallas and Broadway Across America (BAA) have announced that FUNNY GIRL, the sensational musical comedy revival, is coming to Dallas’ Music Hall at Fair Park for a limited two-week engagement from August 6 to August 18.

SHUCKED, KIMBERLY AKIMBO And More Announced for Playhouse Square 2024-25 KeyBank Broadway Series


Discover the upcoming 24-25 KeyBank Broadway Series at Playhouse Square.

Desi Oakley to Lead WAITRESS at Ogunquit Playhouse


Ogunquit Playhouse has revealed the cast of their first production of their 2024 season, Waitress. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Tickets to FUNNY GIRL at Atlanta's Fox Theatre to go on Sale in May


Purchase tickets in May for the national tour of Funny Girl at Atlanta's Fox Theatre.

Henry Mancini Family Celebrates Late Composer's 100th Birthday with Tribute Album


The Henry Mancini family continues to celebrate what would have been the late legendary composer’s 100th birthday with the announcement of The Henry Mancini 100th Sessions – Henry Has Company. The album is the latest installment in what will be a year-long endeavor honoring the 20-time GRAMMY® and 4-time Academy Award winner whose centennial is being celebrated on April 16th. The Henry Mancini 100th Sessions – Henry Has Company will be available June 21st via Primary Wave, and the first single, “Peter Gunn,” featuring Quincy Jones, John Williams, Herbie Hancock, and Arturo Sandoval, is out now. Listen to the song here!

Julie White, Abby Mueller & More to Join The Acting Company Gala Honoring Stephen McKinley Henderson


Tony Award winner Julie White will host The Acting Company’s “Fantastic Journeys” Gala honoring Stephen McKinley Henderson. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.

New Cast Members to Join MRS. DOUBTFIRE in the West End


Rehearsals have begun for new cast members who will be joining Mrs. Doubtfire on stage, as the hit family musical enters its second year in the West End. Learn who is joining the cast and see how to purchase tickets!

Argyle Theater Announces The Cast And Creatives For A BRONX TALE


Get the latest updates on the cast and creatives for A BRONX TALE at Long Island's ARGYLE THEATRE, starting April 25, 2024.

Heidi Blickenstaff, GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY And More Honored At 41st Annual Elliot Norton Awards


Discover the winners of the 41st Annual Elliot Norton Awards, celebrating excellence in the Boston theater scene. Stay updated with BroadwayWorld's latest news.

Video: BEAUTIFUL Star Jessie Mueller Joins FLY ME TO THE MOON; Watch New Trailer


Jessie Mueller, known to Broadway fans for her role as Carole King in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, will be appearing in the upcoming film Fly Me to the Moon alongside Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum. See the trailer for the film here!

HAMILTON, SHUCKED, &JULIET, and More Set For the Peace Center's 2024-25 Season


The Peace Center has announced its 2024-25 Broadway Season. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Cast Set For JERRY'S GIRLS at Menier Chocolate Factory


The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced full casting for the revival of Jerry Herman’s JERRY’S GIRLS. Hannah Chissick directs Cassidy Janson, Lyn Paul and Julie Yammanee. 

Abby Mueller to Make NYC Solo Concert Debut at 54 Below This Month


54 BELOW will present Abby Mueller on April 26-27, 2024 at 7pm. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Interview: Shinah Hey of BEAUTIFUL - THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres


Read our interview with Shinah Hey of BEAUTIFUL - THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres.

Cast Set For BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Pitlochry Festival Theatre 


Pitlochry Festival Theatre will premiere a new production of the award-winning West End and Broadway musical Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. 

Singer-Songwriter Liz Lieber Unveils New Single 'Play Pretend'


Discover the new single 'Play Pretend' by renowned singer-songwriter Liz Lieber.

Singer- Songwriter Liz Lieber Unveils Nostalgic New Single 'Play Pretend'


SINGER-SONGWRITER LIZ LIEBER releases her new single 'PLAY PRETEND', a nostalgic track co-written with Eagles hitmaker Jack Tempchin. The song showcases Lieber's exceptional vocal and songwriting talent.

Austin Durant Will Return to MOULIN ROUGE! With Hailee Kaleem Wright Joining the Cast


Moulin Rouge! The Musical will welcome Austin Durant as Harold Zidler beginning Tuesday, May 14 at Broadway's Al Hirschfeld Theatre.

Listen: Chilina Kennedy On THE ART OF KINDNESS Podcast


Broadway star Chilina Kennedy joined The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul podcast for an inspiring and fun interview. The Beautiful: The Carole King musical lead discussed her new musical A Sign of the Times, finding your voice as an artist and more under the kindness sun. 

Carole King FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Carole King been in?

Carole King has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Carole King been in?

Carole King has not appeared in the West End.

How many shows has Carole King written?

Carole King has written 3 shows including Really Rosie (Composer), Tapestry: The Music of Carole King (Lyricist), Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Composer).

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