The original cast recording of 'Napoleon' written by Timothy Williams and Andrew Sabiston is to be re-released to mark its 15th year anniversary. Originally staged in 1994 at the Elgin Theatre, Toronto - the show starred Jerome Pradon as Napoleon and Aline Mowat as Josephine. The original cast album from 1994 is to be re-released by Stage Door Records in the United Kingdom to coincide with the shows 15th anniversary and a brand new concert version of the show will be presented in Barrie, Ontario between April 16 -18 at TIFT.
'Napoleon' was later staged in London's West End at the Shafestbury Theatre in 2000. The new CD features a 35 piece orchestra and a cast of 32, the album was recorded in the days leading up to the world premiere of 'Napoleon' in March 1994.
The album has been digitally remastered from the original master tapes and features brand new artwork based on the writers original production designs. The score features 'The Dream Within', 'On That First Night' and 'Sweet Victory Divine'.
'Napoleon' is released by Stage Door Records on June 1st, 2009.
Further information is available on the Stage Door Records website: http://www.stagedoorrecords.com/stage9015.html Napoleon In Concert - Gryphon Theatre, Barrie, Ontario - April 16 - 18: http://talkisfreetheatre.com/napoleon.htm
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