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Date of Death: July 11, 1989 (82)

Birth Place: Dorking, Surrey, ENGLAND

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TV: Michael Ball Talks CHESS with Neil Sean!
by Nicole Rosky - May 3, 2018

West End and recording star Michael Ball earned Olivier Awards for Hairspray and Sweeney Todd. Now starring in the new version of the 80's mega smash " Chess" by the Abba boys Benny & Bjorn plus Sir Tim Rice in this new and exclusive interview he reveals all about Chess, interviewing Hollywood legend Doris Day, turning Down Sunset Boulevard and so much more!

On This Day, April 5- What's New, Broadway? EVITA Opens at the Marquis Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2018

On this day 2012, the first Broadway revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's acclaimed musical, Evita opened at the Marquis Theater.

April 1 - THE LION KING Will Become First Musical to Play Seven Continents- Antarctic Production Will Open in 2019!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 31, 2018

For the first time, Disney's legendary stage musical, The Lion King, goes where no musical has gone before. The seventh continent. The Lion King has played on every continent except one. Opening on April 1st 2019, in a 2000 seat ice theatre, in Antarctica. Below, watch as the team behind Disney's The Lion King takes you behind the scenes as it plans its most challenging production ever. 

TV: Cuba Gooding Jr, Ruthie Henshall & More Talk CHICAGO
by Jamie Body - Mar 22, 2018

BroadwayWorld recently attended a special press launch for Chicago. Following a successful UK and international tour, and after a 5½-year absence from London, the musical will open on 11 April, following previews from 26 March. It was also recently announced that the booking period has now been extended till October 6, 2018. Watch the cast discussing the show's return below!

VIDEO: Get A First Look At Hal Prince's EVITA International Tour
by Alan Henry - Jan 30, 2018

BroadwayWorld has a first look at the new international tour of EVITA, using Hal Prince's original direction and staging. Check out video of the cast, led by Emma Kingston as Eva Peron, below!

VIDEO: Michael Ball and Alfie Boe Perform at the Royal Variety
by Julie Musbach - Dec 26, 2017

Iconic pair Michael Ball and Alfie Boe took to the stage at the Royal Variety this December to sing a heartfelt duet of 'The Prayer'. They then closed the show with 'Bring Me Sunshine'. Watch the performances below!

VIDEO: THE LION KING Cast Members Perform Dual-Language 'Can You Feel The Love Tonight' For 20th Anniversary
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2017

In honor of the show's 20th anniversary, The Lion King cast members Adrienne Walker, who's been playing Nala on Broadway since July of 2016, and Agust n Arg ello, currently starring as Simba in Mexico City's production, released a performance of 'Can You Feel the Love Tonight' in Spanish and English. EW exclusively released the video, which you can watch here.

VIDEO: Behind the Success and Journey of THE LION KING
by Julie Musbach - Dec 10, 2017

20 landmark years on Broadway, The Lion King continues ascendant as one of the most popular stage musicals in the world. CBS Sunday Morning takes viewers on a journey back into building this massive production. Hear from Thomas Schumacher, Julie Taymor, Elton John and more below.

VIDEO: It's a 'Beautiful City' When Ramin Karimloo is in Town! Watch Him Sing the GODSPELL Hit
by Julie Musbach - Aug 12, 2017

Ramin Karimloo shared him singing 'Beautiful City' from Godspell on YouTube today. Check out him singing the hit below!

VIDEO: Ramin Karimloo Sings 'It All Fades Away' from THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY
by BWW News Desk - Aug 7, 2017

Ramin Karimloo shared him singing 'It All Fades Away' from The Bridges of Madison County on YouTube yesterday. Check out him singing the Jason Robert Brown hit below!

VIDEO: In Rehearsal with Ramin Karimloo for B.B. King Blues Club Concert
by Julie Musbach - Jul 22, 2017

Ramin Karimloo shared a rehearsal video via Facebook in preparation for his upcoming appearance at B.B. King Blues Club in New York City this coming Sunday and Monday. Check out his tune from Godspell below!

VIDEO: BWW Exclusive: Ethel Merman Performs GYPSY Showstopper on PBS' JFK: THE LOST Inaugural Gala
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 6, 2017

Below, BWW has an exclusive sneak peek clip from the upcoming PBS broadcast, featuring Ethel Merman performing 'Everything's Coming Up Roses.'

VIDEO: First Look - Two-Part Finale of Showtime's Limited Event Series GUERRILLA
by Caryn Robbins - May 11, 2017

The critically acclaimed SHOWTIME limited event seriesGUERRILLA will air its final two episodes back-to-back on Sunday, May 14 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on air, on demand and over the internet.

VIDEO: On This Day, March 30- THE LION KING Plays 1,000 Broadway Performances
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 30, 2017

On this day in 2000, The Lion King,reached its 1,000th performance at the New Amsterdam Theatre. Based on the animated film of the same name,  the show opened on Broadway November 13, 1997 and won the 1998 Tony Award for Best Musical.

VIDEO: Teacher Uses 3D Printer to Create Masks for School Production of THE LION KING
by BWW News Desk - Mar 22, 2017

Teacher Ashley Ricart was recently featured on the YouTube series 'MatterHackers Minute' for using 3D printing in the classroom for a variety of subjects, including creating amazing masks for her school's production of The Lion King. Learn more in the video below!

VIDEO: WHEEL OF FORTUNE Contestant Has Epic Fail with Classic Drama
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 22, 2017

On last night's WHEEL OF FORTUNE, contestant Kevin had an unfortunate epic fail when he was not able to solve a puzzle missing just one letter.

STAGE TUBE: Margherita's Hillary Clinton Sends Out a Message to Trump Supporters: 'You'll Be Back'
by Julie Musbach - Feb 19, 2017

Lesli Margherita always has something amazing up her sleeve and this time she has pulled together a scathing and hilarious re-write of HAMILTON's 'You'll Be Back'. Addressed to Trump supporters feeling that buyer's remorse as the presidential administration draws constant attention for gaffs and bumps, Margherita as Hillary Clinton lounges in a pantsuit and fuzzy hot pink slippers and reminds the country what could have been. 

Video: First Look at Scenes from the Canadian Premiere of MY NIGHT WITH REG
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2017

David Mirvish is delighted to present the Studio 180 Theatre production of MY NIGHT WITH REG, by Kevin Elyot, directed by Joel Greenberg. MY NIGHT WITH REG plays February 10 to 26 at the Panasonic Theatre.

TV: Watch a Sexy Sneak Peek of Deborah Cox & More in Rehearsal for THE BODYGUARD!
by TV - On the Road - Nov 11, 2016

Deborah Cox and Judson Mills will soon lead the North American tour of THE BODYGUARD, which plays first at Millburn New Jersey's Paper Mill Playhouse. Performances are set to begin Friday, November 25, 2016, for a limited run through Sunday, January 1, 2017, prior to the official national tour opening at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, MN, on January 10, 2017.

TV Exclusive: BACKSTAGE BITE with Katie Lynch and MATILDA's Lesli Margherita!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 10, 2016

In Backstage Bite with Katie Lynch, come into Katie's kitchen with some of Broadway's brightest as they eat, drink and merrily mix it up. See your favorite stars out of their element as they whip up dishes inspired by their Broadway show. Watch what happens when these actors trade belting for baking! Today, we are excited to bring you the latest episode, featuring MATILDA star Lesli Margherita!

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