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STAGE CREDITS

[Australia]
Australian Revival, 1997
Florence

[West End]
London Revival, 1991
Mrs. Johnstone [Replacement]

[London Fringe]
London Concert, 1984
Performer

[West End]
Original London Production, 1983
Mrs. Johnstone

[West End]
Original London Production, 1974
Performer


Awards and Nominations


winner
Olivier Awards - 2000 - Best Actress in a Musical

Barbara DicksonSpend Spend Spend


winner
Olivier Awards - 1983 - Actress of the Year in a Musical

Barbara Dickson, Blood Brothers

News


Second Single And Video Released From New Upcoming British Musical SOHO DREAMS

Second song and video released from new upcoming British musical SOHO DREAMS. Watch Jessica Pardoe as lead character, Samantha Serraillier sing 'Child'. 'Child' is a moving autobiographical ballad that reflects the dilemma Samantha faces in a changing Soho.
Barbara Dickson Announced for Gordon Castle

Forte Productions is delighted to announce that legendary Scottish singer-songwriter Barbara Dickson will play Gordon Castle in Fochabers this October.
BBC Radio 2 and BBC One's MUSICALS: THE GREATEST SHOW Airs Tonight, Featuring Ramin Karimloo, Michael Ball, Lea Salonga, and More!

BBC Radio 2 and BBC One have announced a show direct from the West End, the US and beyond, featuring a glittering cast of UK and international stars performing songs from the musicals in Musicals: The Greatest Show.
BBC Radio 2 and BBC One Announce MUSICALS: THE GREATEST SHOW, Featuring Ramin Karimloo, Michael Ball, Lea Salonga, and More!

BBC Radio 2 and BBC One have announced a show direct from the West End, the US and beyond, featuring a glittering cast of UK and international stars performing songs from the musicals in Musicals: The Greatest Show.
Capital Theatres And Pitlochry Festival Theatre Announce New Joint Venture, The Musical Commissioning Hub

Capital Theatres and Pitlochry Festival Theatre announce their new joint venture, the Musical Commissioning Hub. The Studio is set to become the home of great new Scottish musicals
VIDEO: Elaine Paige Performs 'I Know Him So Well' With Steph McGovern on THE STEPH SHOW

On today's edition of The Steph Show, Steph McGovern performs a duet with stage Elaine Paige.
The Pheasantry Announces 10th Year Anniversary Shows

Since becoming the successor to the institution that was Pizza on the Park in Knightsbridge 10 years ago, The Pheasantry in Kings Road, Chelsea has played host to some of the finest musicians and singers in the UK. It has attracted big names from the West End and across the pond and some of the best in jazz and New York style musical theatre cabaret.
The Pheasantry Announces 10th Anniversary Shows

Since becoming the successor to the institution that was Pizza on the Park in Knightsbridge 10 years ago, The Pheasantry in Kings Road, Chelsea has played host to some of the finest musicians and singers in the UK. It has attracted big names from the West End and across the pond and some of the best in jazz and New York style musical theatre cabaret.
Full Cast Announced For Kay Mellor's BAND OF GOLD UK Tour

Band of Gold a?" the premiere stage adaptation of Kay Mellor's multi award-winning ITV series, that was one of the most watched shows in television history a?" today announces that Laurie Brett, Gaynor Faye, Kieron Richardson, Shayne Ward, Sacha Parkinson and Andrew Dunn will star in the production and be joined by Emma Osman, Olwen May, Steve Garti, Joe Mallalieu, Mark Sheals, Shareesa Valentine, Virginia Byron and Marc Parry . At the same time, it can also be confirmed that following its World Premiere at Leeds Grand Theatre on Thursday 28 November 2019, Band of Gold will play a ten-week UK Tour in 2020, opening at Nottingham Theatre Royal on Tuesday 14 January 2020.
BAND OF GOLD Announces UK Tour; Casting Confirmed!

Band of Gold a?" the premiere stage adaptation of Kay Mellor's multi award-winning ITV series, that was one of the most watched shows in television history a?" today announces that Laurie Brett, Gaynor Faye, Kieron Richardson, Shayne Ward and Sacha Parkinson, will star in the production. At the same time it can also be confirmed that Band of Gold will play a UK Tour in 2020, opening at Nottingham Theatre Royal on Tuesday 14 January 2020. Band of Gold will make its World Premiere at Leeds Grand Theatre on Thursday 28 November 2019.
Darlington Hippodrome Announces Casting For BAND OF GOLD

Band of Gold, the premiere stage adaptation of Kay Mellor's multi award-winning ITV series, today announced that Laurie Brett, Gaynor Faye, Kieron Richardson, Shayne Ward and Sacha Parkinson, will star in the production which visits Darlington Hippodrome in January next year.
Throwing Out My CDs by Ben Rimalower: CHESS

Well, the next step in my decluttering/digitizing journey is throwing out my Chess CDs, not that they take up much space. I only have the Original Concept Recording and the Broadway cast. I'm going to download the freaking 2008 Royal Albert Hall concert version (with Idina Menzel, Josh Groban and Adam Pascal) to try to keep this column hip. But let's all just remember two things: 1.) I am not hip; and, 2.) I'm just downloading the concert for this column, so it doesn't really count as part of my digitizing.
Rising British Star George Rae Makes His USA Debut

George Rae, one of the rising stars of Musical Theatre in London, is to make his New York City concert debut Monday February 5, 2018 at Feinstein's/54 Below.
George Rae to Bring 'A SCOT IN NEW YORK!' to Feinstein's/54 Below This February

Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents George Rae in Life is a Caba-RAE: A Scot in New York! on Monday February 5, 2018 at 9.30 pm. Recalling anecdotes from his blossoming career beginning as a young Scot in London, George performs songs that have defined him as a personality within the London musical theatre circuit and also some more personal Celtic music.
George Rae to Bring LIFE IS A CABA-RAE: A SCOT IN NEW YORK! to Feinstein's/54 Below

Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents George Rae in 'Life is a Caba-RAE: A Scot in New York!' on Monday February 5, 2018.
George Rae Presents LIFE IS A CABA-RAE! with Special Guest Soophia Foroughi

The West End Frenchies are delighted to invite you to your magnifique monthly rendez-vous, and the last show of the season!
BWW Review: CHESS, Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland's latest ambitious venture is a visually stunning production of Benny Andersson, Bjorn Ulvaeus and Tim Rice's hit 1980s pop musical.
BARBARA DICKSON: THE COMPLETE THEATRE RECORDINGS Out Today

Now, for the first time ever, all of Barbara Dickson's major theatre recordings are released together in a special limited edition CD set.
Elaine Paige Talks EVITA, Tennis Aspirations, Embarrassing Moments, and More

Elaine Paige has graced the West End and Broadway stages in multiple hit musicals, including EVITA and CATS, but the actress originally had her sights set on a completely different profession- sports.
BARBARA DICKSON: THE COMPLETE THEATRE RECORDINGS Out This December

Now, for the first time ever, all of Barbara Dickson's major theatre recordings are released together in a special limited edition CD set.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Barbara Dickson been in?

Barbara Dickson has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Barbara Dickson been in?

Barbara Dickson has appeared on London's West End in 3 shows.

What was Barbara Dickson's first West End show?

Barbara Dickson's first West End show was John, Paul, George, Ringo...and Bert which opened in 1974

What awards has Barbara Dickson been nominated for?

Best Actress in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Spend Spend Spend and Actress of the Year in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Blood Brothers.

What awards has Barbara Dickson won?

Barbara Dickson has won the Best Actress in a Musical award at the Olivier Awards for Spend Spend Spend. She has also received the Actress of the Year in a Musical award at the Olivier Awards for Blood Brothers.

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