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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
London Revival, 2011
The Wizard [Replacement]

[West End]
London Production, 2010
Phil [Replacement]


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A Brand New Season Of Shows On Sale At Wolverhampton Grand Theatre

A brand new season of West End musicals, gripping dramas, dynamic dance and one night concerts on sale next week at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre.
Life's No Drag With Cabaret, Burlesque & Nocturnal Delights At Underbelly Festival 2017

Underbelly Festival is up and running on the South Bank and as always will feature a delicious and devilish feast of cabaret, burlesque, drag and every dastardly combination thereof.
A Brand New Season Of Shows On Sale At Wolverhampton Grand Theatre

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Don Maclean and Cast for A GRAND MUSIC HALL Announced

???????Today Wolverhampton Grand Theatre announced the full line up for A GRAND MUSIC HALL on Wednesday 14 June.
Photo Flash: Opening Night of CINDERELLA at the London Palladium

Qdos Entertainment's production of Cinderella opened last night, Wednesday 14 December 2016, and runs over the Festive season, until Sunday 15 January 2017.
Anthony Van Laast Teams Up With Kenneth More For New Musical BOORSKALE

The highly-anticipated professional productions at the Kenneth More Theatre begin this September with Paul Ritchie Tomkinson's musical hit BOORSKALE. 
ANNIE UK Tour & More Coming to Wolverhampton Grand Theatre

A brand new season of West End musicals, gripping dramas, dynamic dance and one night concerts with LESLEY JOSEPH, DERREN BROWN, RUSSELL WATSON, JOE McELDERRY, BRENDAN COLE, PASHA KOVALEV, DES O'CONNOR, JODIE PRENGER, JIM DAVIDSON and BILLY OCEAN.
British Novelist Jackie Collins has Died

BroadwayWorld has learned that author and screenwriter Jackie Collins died this weekend in LA after a battle with breast cancer. She was 77.
Des O'Connor & Jimmy Tarbuck to Perform at the London Palladium in October

Showbiz legends Des O'Connor and Jimmy Tarbuck will perform together on stage for the first time ever on Sunday 4th October at The London Palladium.
Photo Flash: DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS Celebrates West End Opening at Savoy Theatre

Jerry Mitchell's production of the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, opened at the Savoy Theatre 2 April 2014. It stars Robert Lindsay, Rufus Hound, Katherine Kingsley, and Samantha Bond. Check below for photos from the press night!
LOST Theatre to Host CHRISTMAS CABARET, Dec 17-21

In December this year, LOST Theatre presents its Christmas Cabaret, Tuesday 17th December - Saturday 21st December 2013. Celebrating the best of World Class Cabaret featuring Tricity Vogue, Des O'Connor, Mr. B and Marcel Lucont. Details below!
Des O'Connor Stars as The Wizard in THE WIZARD OF OZ from Tonight, May 22

Following a staggering 1,200+ solo appearances at the London Palladium, Des O'Connor is set to star at the world renowned venue for the very first time in a stage musical. He takes over the iconic role of The Wizard in Andrew Lloyd Webber's reimagining of THE WIZARD OF OZ, presented by Bill Kenwright and The Really Useful Group, from tonight, 22 May to the show's final season, booking through 2 September.
Confirmed: Des O'Connor to Star as The Wizard in THE WIZARD OF OZ from May 22; Show to Close in September

ollowing a staggering 1,200+ solo appearances at the London Palladium, Des O'Connor is set to star at the world renowned venue for the very first time in a stage musical. He will take over the iconic role of The Wizard in Andrew Lloyd Webber's reimagining of THE WIZARD OF OZ, presented by Bill Kenwright and The Really Useful Group, from Tuesday 22 May to the show's final season, booking through 2 September.
Des O'Connor to Play The Wizard in THE WIZARD OF OZ?

According to rumours posted on WhatsOnStage.com, Des O'Connor may take over from Russel Grant in the Wizard role of THE WIZARD OF OZ, currently playing at the London Palladium.
Brighton Fringe Brochure Unveiled; DIP YOUR TOE, DES O'CONNOR, SONDHEIM & More Set for May

The 2012 Brochure for England's largest fringe festival was unveiled yesterday with a colourful launch party at Leicester Square Theatre. In the company of participants, supporters, partners and Friends of Brighton Fringe, incoming director Julian Caddy revealed a line-up encompassing over 681 events housed in 193 venues across the city, an array of site-specific work and one of the largest street festivals in the UK. In May, Britain's favourite seaside city will play host to panoply of cultural events from theatre to visual art, from dance to comedy, from music to film. With Citroen as the headline sponsors for the second consecutive year, Brighton Fringe 2012 promises to be the biggest and best yet.
Soho Theatre Autumn/Winter 2011/2012 Season Begins

Soho Theatre's Season begins with a vibrant and packed programme spanning Theatre, Comedy and Cabaret performed across three performane spaces (and the seminar room).
Des O'Connor To Make Musical Theatre Debut In DREAMBOATS AND PETTICOATS From Oct 3

World-renowned entertainer DES O'CONNOR will join the cast of hit West End musical DREAMBOATS AND PETTICOATS from 3 October, for a strictly limited season at The Playhouse Theatre.
Soho Theatre Announces Autumn/Winter 2011/2012 Season

Artistic Director, Steve Marmion has announced the next season at Soho Theatre; with a vibrant and packed programme spanning Theatre, Comedy and Cabaret performed across three performane spaces (and the seminar room).
April 2011 Events Set For Brooklyn Public Library

It's April and spring is in the air. Come experience new sights and sounds at Brooklyn Public Library.
Portland Ovations Welcomes American Violinist Mark O'Connor Tonight

Portland Ovations presents American composer and violin virtuoso Mark O'Connor and his string quartet on Friday, March 4th at Merrill Auditorium.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Des O'Connor been in?

Des O'Connor has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Des O'Connor been in?

Des O'Connor has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.

What was Des O'Connor's first West End show?

Des O'Connor's first West End show was Dreamboats and Petticoats which opened in 2010

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