Callum Francis
Latest News on Callum Francis:
Photos: Inside THE NOTEBOOK Opening Night Party (Mar 18, 2024)
Photos: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of THE NOTEBOOK (Mar 18, 2024)
John-Andrew Morrison, Angie Schworer, Gizel Jiménez, and Elizabeth Teeter Will Lead Reading of New Musical SALEM (Jan 16, 2024)
Photos: Inside THE NOTEBOOK Opening Night Party (Mar 18, 2024)
Photos: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of THE NOTEBOOK (Mar 18, 2024)
John-Andrew Morrison, Angie Schworer, Gizel Jiménez, and Elizabeth Teeter Will Lead Reading of New Musical SALEM (Jan 16, 2024)
BIO
Callum opened in the Australian tour of KINKY BOOTS direct from the original London production at the Adelphi Theatre.
Callum won the best male actor in a musical at the 2017 Helpmann Awards. Previous to this Callum also won The Green Room award for Male Lead for the same role in KINKY BOOTS
After a phenomenal run in Australia Callum returned to the Uk to open the Uk Tour for a short period. In January 2019 Callum starred as Lola where it all began, at the Al Hirschfeld theatre on Broadway before ending his run as Lola at Stage 42 in NYC.
He is the only actor to play the role on 3 continents over 5 different companies.
Callum's other credits include Joe Scott in GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY. Roaul in THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. Cameron Mackintosh's London revival of MISS SAIGON and other West End productions such as Disney's THE LION KING, GHOST and NAKED BOYS SINGING.
Internationally Callum has toured with HAIR the musical and opened the Shanghai Culture Square with ULTIMATE BROADWAY.
Preceding his professional debut, Callum trained at Laine Theatre Arts, Epsom, Uk. Graduating in 2010.
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STAGE CREDITS
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Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical
Callum Francis, Kinky Boots
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Lead Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical
Callum Francis, Kinky Boots
The Lortels - 2023 - Outstanding Lead Performer in a Musical
Callum Francis, Kinky Boots
winner
Theatre World Awards - 2023 - Theatre World Awards
Callum Francis, Kinky Boots
Videos
VIDEO: KINKY BOOTS Off-Broadway Cast Performs 'Land Of Lola' on THE TODAY SHOW
by Michael Major - Oct 12, 2022
Photos & Video: First Look at Callum Francis, Christian Douglas & More in KINKY BOOTS Off-Broadway
by Show Highlights - Aug 25, 2022
VIDEO: KINKY BOOTS and NYC's Youth Pride Chorus Perform 'Everybody Say Gay!'
by Stephi Wild - Jun 27, 2022
VIDEO: Andrew Lloyd Webber Talks THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Sydney & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2022
VIDEO: Shoshana Bean, George Salazar, and More Broadway Stars Perform 'Seasons of Love' in Honor of World Pride
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2019
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at Australian Premiere of KINKY BOOTS; Opening Oct. 12
by Christina Mancuso - Sep 12, 2016
News
Photos: Inside THE NOTEBOOK Opening Night Party
The Notebook officially opened at the Schoenfeld Theatre last week. Following the show's opening, the cast celebrated the big night at an after party at Tavern on the Green. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the celebration, and you can check out photos here!
The Notebook officially opened at the Schoenfeld Theatre last week. Following the show's opening, the cast celebrated the big night at an after party at Tavern on the Green. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the celebration, and you can check out photos here!
Photos: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of THE NOTEBOOK
The Notebook officially opened at the Schoenfeld Theatre last week. Opening night was held on March 14th, and BroadwayWorld was there! Check out photos of the VIPs arriving at the big night here!
The Notebook officially opened at the Schoenfeld Theatre last week. Opening night was held on March 14th, and BroadwayWorld was there! Check out photos of the VIPs arriving at the big night here!
John-Andrew Morrison, Angie Schworer, Gizel Jiménez, and Elizabeth Teeter Will Lead Reading of New Musical SALEM
Tony nominee John-Andrew Morrison (A Strange Loop) and Angie Schworer (Some Like It Hot, The Prom,) lead the cast of Salem, a new musical comedy.
Tony nominee John-Andrew Morrison (A Strange Loop) and Angie Schworer (Some Like It Hot, The Prom,) lead the cast of Salem, a new musical comedy.
Photos: Inside the Opening Night Celebration For HERE LIES LOVE
Here Lies Love, the new musical from David Byrne and Fatboy Slim, officially opened on Broadway Thursday, July 20, at the Broadway Theatre. Check out photos from the show's opening night celebrations here!
Here Lies Love, the new musical from David Byrne and Fatboy Slim, officially opened on Broadway Thursday, July 20, at the Broadway Theatre. Check out photos from the show's opening night celebrations here!
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet on HERE LIES LOVE Opening Night
Check out photos of Dylan Mulvaney, Spike Lee, H.E.R., Stephen Colbert, and more on the Here Lies Love opening night red carpet!
Check out photos of Dylan Mulvaney, Spike Lee, H.E.R., Stephen Colbert, and more on the Here Lies Love opening night red carpet!
Photos: Stars Walk the Pink Carpet at ONCE UPON A ONE MORE TIME Opening Night!
Check out photos of Laura Benanti, Jane Krakowski, Telly Leung, Adrienne Warren, Tituss Burgess, and more as they walk the 'pink' carpet here!
Check out photos of Laura Benanti, Jane Krakowski, Telly Leung, Adrienne Warren, Tituss Burgess, and more as they walk the 'pink' carpet here!
Photos: Go inside The 77th Annual Theatre World Awards
The Theatre World Awards were presented Monday night, June 5. Julie Benko received the 14th Annual Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater, and 2023 TWA Special Award Honorees, Marilyn Caserta for Outstanding Swing and Dale Badway for Outstanding Contribution to the Theatre World. Check out photos here!
The Theatre World Awards were presented Monday night, June 5. Julie Benko received the 14th Annual Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater, and 2023 TWA Special Award Honorees, Marilyn Caserta for Outstanding Swing and Dale Badway for Outstanding Contribution to the Theatre World. Check out photos here!
SOME LIKE IT HOT, PARADE, and More Take Home 2023 Drama Desk Awards; Full List of Winners!
Winners for the 67th Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced today. Among the big winners were Some Like It Hot, Parade, and more.
Winners for the 67th Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced today. Among the big winners were Some Like It Hot, Parade, and more.
SOME LIKE IT HOT, LEOPOLDSTADT & More Win 2023 Outer Critics Circle Awards
The Outer Critics Circle (OCC), the official organization of writers on New York theatre for out-of-town newspapers and national publications, is pleased to announce the winners of the 72nd Annual Outer Critics Circle Awards, honoring the 2022-2023 Broadway and Off-Broadway season. Find out who won here!
The Outer Critics Circle (OCC), the official organization of writers on New York theatre for out-of-town newspapers and national publications, is pleased to announce the winners of the 72nd Annual Outer Critics Circle Awards, honoring the 2022-2023 Broadway and Off-Broadway season. Find out who won here!
WOLF PLAY, TITANIQUE & More Win at the 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards
The 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were handed out this evening to recipients in 15 categories, with four honorary awards also bestowed. The Awards were distributed in a ceremony at NYU Skirball hosted by stars of stage and screen: Kevin Cahoon (Tony nominee, 'Shucked'), D'Arcy Carden ('The Thanksgiving Play'), Crystal Lucas-Perry (Tony nominee, 'Ain't No Mo''), Bonnie Milligan (Tony nominee, 'Kimberly Akimbo'), Arian Moayed (Tony nominee, 'A Doll's House'), and Tamara Tunie (The New Group's 'Bernarda's Daughters'). The Lucille Lortel Awards are produced by the Off-Broadway League and Lucille Lortel Theatre, with additional support provided by TDF.
The 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were handed out this evening to recipients in 15 categories, with four honorary awards also bestowed. The Awards were distributed in a ceremony at NYU Skirball hosted by stars of stage and screen: Kevin Cahoon (Tony nominee, 'Shucked'), D'Arcy Carden ('The Thanksgiving Play'), Crystal Lucas-Perry (Tony nominee, 'Ain't No Mo''), Bonnie Milligan (Tony nominee, 'Kimberly Akimbo'), Arian Moayed (Tony nominee, 'A Doll's House'), and Tamara Tunie (The New Group's 'Bernarda's Daughters'). The Lucille Lortel Awards are produced by the Off-Broadway League and Lucille Lortel Theatre, with additional support provided by TDF.
Photos: On the Red Carpet at the 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards
The 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were given last night, May 7, to recipients in 15 categories, with four honorary awards also bestowed. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the red carpet here!
The 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were given last night, May 7, to recipients in 15 categories, with four honorary awards also bestowed. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the red carpet here!
WOLF PLAY, TITANIQUE & More Win at the 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards
The 38th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were presented on, Sunday, May 7, 2023 at NYU Skirball beginning at 7:00pm EST. Check out the winners here!
The 38th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were presented on, Sunday, May 7, 2023 at NYU Skirball beginning at 7:00pm EST. Check out the winners here!
Julie Benko, Jodie Comer & More Will Receive 2023 Theatre World Awards
The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors has announced the 2023 Honorees for the Theatre World Award for an Outstanding Debut Performance in a Broadway or Off-Broadway Production. See the full list!
The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors has announced the 2023 Honorees for the Theatre World Award for an Outstanding Debut Performance in a Broadway or Off-Broadway Production. See the full list!
SHUCKED, SOME LIKE IT HOT Lead Nominations for 2023 Drama Desk Awards
Nominations for the 67th Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced today and BroadwayWorld has the full list here!
Nominations for the 67th Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced today and BroadwayWorld has the full list here!
NEW YORK, NEW YORK; SOME LIKE IT HOT; & More Lead Nominations for Outer Critics Circle Awards
The Outer Critics Circle has announced the nominees for the 72nd Annual Outer Critics Circle Awards, honoring the 2022-2023 Broadway and Off-Broadway season. Leading the pack with the most honors of the season is the Broadway musical New York, New York, with twelve nominations. Check out the full list of nominations here!
The Outer Critics Circle has announced the nominees for the 72nd Annual Outer Critics Circle Awards, honoring the 2022-2023 Broadway and Off-Broadway season. Leading the pack with the most honors of the season is the Broadway musical New York, New York, with twelve nominations. Check out the full list of nominations here!
WOLF PLAY, TITANIQUE, HARMONY & More Nominated for 38th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards - See the Full List!
Nominations for the 38th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway have been announced! See the full list!
Nominations for the 38th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway have been announced! See the full list!
Photos: Jeremy Jordan & More Broadway Stars Attend SPINNING GOLD Premiere
Spinning Gold, the new film starring Jeremy Jordan, premiered at the Roxy Cinema in New York City. Check out photos of Jordan at the screening, joined by Tony winners Lena Hall, Michael Mayer & Diane Paulus, Bryan Batt, Krysta Rodriguez, Orfeh, Andy Karl, Callum Francis, and more.
Spinning Gold, the new film starring Jeremy Jordan, premiered at the Roxy Cinema in New York City. Check out photos of Jordan at the screening, joined by Tony winners Lena Hall, Michael Mayer & Diane Paulus, Bryan Batt, Krysta Rodriguez, Orfeh, Andy Karl, Callum Francis, and more.
Australian Musical Theatre Festival Announces Lineup Set For This May
Australian Musical Theatre Festival Artistic Director Tyran Parke has announced the line-up for the fourth Australian Musical Theatre Festival that he has curated. The 2023 Festival will be held in various locations around Launceston from 17 – 21 May.
Australian Musical Theatre Festival Artistic Director Tyran Parke has announced the line-up for the fourth Australian Musical Theatre Festival that he has curated. The 2023 Festival will be held in various locations around Launceston from 17 – 21 May.
Chloe Zuel, Ainsley Melham, and More Added To DISNEY 100: THE CONCERT
Sydney audiences have embraced this once-in-a-lifetime centenary celebration with the 4 shows at the iconic Sydney Opera House officially sold out. Gold Coast audiences can be a part of the magic for 2 performances on the 31 March and 1 April at the Home Of The Arts (HOTA) Outdoor Stage and in Perth at the Riverside Theatre (PCEC) for 3 performances on the 21 and 22 April.
Sydney audiences have embraced this once-in-a-lifetime centenary celebration with the 4 shows at the iconic Sydney Opera House officially sold out. Gold Coast audiences can be a part of the magic for 2 performances on the 31 March and 1 April at the Home Of The Arts (HOTA) Outdoor Stage and in Perth at the Riverside Theatre (PCEC) for 3 performances on the 21 and 22 April.
Photos: See Cameron Crowe, Solea Pfeiffer & More on the ALMOST FAMOUS Red Carpet
Almost Famous, the new musical with book and lyrics by Academy Award and Grammy Award winner Cameron Crowe, based on his iconic film, is now open on Broadway! See photos of the stars of the show and more on the red carpet here!
Almost Famous, the new musical with book and lyrics by Academy Award and Grammy Award winner Cameron Crowe, based on his iconic film, is now open on Broadway! See photos of the stars of the show and more on the red carpet here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Callum Francis been in?
Callum Francis has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Callum Francis been in?
Callum Francis has appeared on London's West End in 3 shows.
What was Callum Francis's first West End show?
Callum Francis's first West End show was Miss Saigon which opened in 2014
What awards has Callum Francis been nominated for?
Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Kinky Boots, Outstanding Lead Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Kinky Boots, Outstanding Lead Performer in a Musical (The Lortels) for Kinky Boots and Theatre World Awards (Theatre World Awards) for Kinky Boots.
What awards has Callum Francis won?
Callum Francis has won a Theatre World Award for his performance in Kinky Boots.
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