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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

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

[Replacement]

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

[Replacement]

Awards and Nominations

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

Boy George, Taboo


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Lyrics

Boy George, Taboo


winner
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


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
Photos: ROMERO & JULIET Gets Concert Premiere at The Cutting Room
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 3, 2025

The new zombie rock musical ROMERO & JULIET had its New York City concert premiere on November 2 (The Day of the Dead) at The Cutting Room. Check out photos of the event!
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.
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.
Andy Bell to Embark on First Solo Tour of North America
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 13, 2025

After tours of the UK and Europe, Andy Bell will be embarking on his first-ever solo tour of North America beginning October 3rd. The tour follows the release of his album, Ten Crowns, in May of this year. 
Video: Apple TV+ Drops Trailer for Star-Studded K-Pop Song Battle Series KPOPPED
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 1, 2025

Apple TV+ has debuted the trailer for the upcoming eight-part song battle series “KPOPPED,' starring PSY and Megan Thee Stallion. The show brings together some of the biggest names in Western music and top K-pop idols for new reinterpretations of iconic hits. Watch the trailer now!
Interview: 'I'm Going Full Out With London!': John Cameron Mitchell on His Debut West End Show, JOHN CAMERON MITCHELL: LIVE IN LONDON
by Kat Mokrynski - Jul 1, 2025

John Cameron Mitchell, known as the writer, director and star of Hedwig and the Angry Inch, will be making his West End debut at the Adelphi Theatre in his own concert, John Cameron Mitchell: Live in London. Recently, we had the chance to talk with John Cameron Mitchell about his upcoming London concert. We discussed what it’s like to put on concerts around the world, a bit of his creative process and even some of the guests who will be taking part in the show!

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 1 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?

Boy George has won the Drama Desk Awards for Outstanding Lyrics and Outstanding Music for the Broadway show Taboo.

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