Frankie Avalon

Neil Diamond Celebrated In I AM, HE SAID At Alberta Bair Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025

Alberta Bair Theater will welcome Matt Vee and the Killer Vees on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 7:30 PM for “I Am, He Said”- Celebrating Neil Diamond!

Frankie Avalon Will Perform Live at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2024

Poway OnStage will welcome legendary singer and actor Frankie Avalon for an unforgettable night of music on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 7:30 PM. 

Alberta Bair Theater Reveals 2024-2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2024

The stage is alive in 24-25! Alberta Bair Theater has announced its 2024-2025 season packed with top-notch entertainment. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Frankie Avalon Returns to the Studio After 45 Years; New Music Coming May 18
by Josh Sharpe - May 15, 2024

In a remarkable comeback that echoes through the annals of music history, the legendary Frankie Avalon is making an extraordinary return to the recording studio after a hiatus of 45 years. A musical luminary since the late 1950s, Avalon has been an integral part of American pop culture, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment industry.

JERSEY BOYS, THE LITTLE MERMAID & More Set for La Mirada Theatre Spring Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 1, 2024

La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts has revealed its spring lineup! Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.

ALWAYS OLIVIA Will Celebrate Olivia Newton-John at the Raue Center
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2024

Always Olivia, a tribute to one of the most celebrated and beloved pop culture icons of all time, the late Olivia Newton-John comes to Raue Center on Saturday, May 11 at 7 pm.

Gladys Knight, THE NUTCRACKER & More Set for La Mirada Theatre Holiday & 2024 Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2023

Discover the exciting lineup of holiday shows and special events at LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS. Get ready for a season filled with entertainment and mark your calendars for the unmissable performances in 2024.

Feature: AMERIKAANSE GREASE ACTEURS VERRASSEN NEDERLANDSE MUSICALCAST!
by Chantal Kunst - Sep 18, 2023

De Amerikaanse Grease-acteurs Didi Conn, die in de filmhit de rol van Frenchy speelde, en Frankie Avalon (Teen Angel) hebben de Nederlandse musicalcast verrast en gefeliciteerd met de verkoop van 150.000 kaarten.

Review: New Tampa Players Present GREASE
by Peter Nason - Jul 22, 2023

It's a hit or miss show, but the youthful cast and the new performing arts facility make it worth your while.

Douglas Sills, Kara Lindsay, Beth Malone & More to Star in GENIUS: A NEW MUSICAL COMEDY Staged Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2023

Ogunquit Playhouse will present a staged reading of GENIUS: A New Musical Comedy, which will be held on Friday, May 19.

Marcia Milgrom Dodge, John Tartaglia, Lili-Anne Brown & More Join The Muny's 2023 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2023

The Muny announced has announced the directors, choreographers and music director/conductors for The Muny’s 2023 Premier Season. See details about The Muny's season, and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: Gleeful GREASE Revs Up Nostalgia in La Mirada
by Michael Quintos - Jan 27, 2023

Despite outdated, cringe-inducing tropes, McCoy Rigby Entertainment's new production of this ubiquitous rock-and-roll stage musical---now on stage at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts through February 12---manages to still entertain thanks mostly to the superb musical numbers energetically performed by its talented cast.

Academy of Vocal Arts to Present Production of DON PASQUALE Set In 1960s South Philadelphia
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2023

Philadelphia's prestigious Academy of Vocal Arts will present Gaetano Donizetti's 'opera buffa' Don Pasquale this February - with a hometown twist. Audiences will be taken on a sentimental adventure, as the opera will be set in mid-60s South Philadelphia.

BACK TO THE BEACH to Debut On Blu-ray in August
by Michael Major - Jul 20, 2022

Teen idols Frankie Avalon and Annette Funicello returned to the big screen for a new surf-and-sand adventure with the hip, hilarious 80s update BACK TO THE BEACH. Newly remastered from a new 4K scan of the original film elements, BACK TO THE BEACH is a fan-favorite cult classic that lovingly parodies the quintessential 60s “beach party” films.  

BWW Interview: John Battagliese
by Jared Fessler - Mar 30, 2022

John Battagliese is a graduate of the Cincinnati Conservatory with a BFA in Musical Theatre. He was in the first national tour of Cruel Intentions the musical as Greg (u/s Sebastian) and the Las Vegas production of BAZ: Star Cross Love as Romeo, and many other regional productions. He won one of Seth Rudetskys concert series sing-off and his tik-tok video for Bridgerton the musical was featured on NBC News.

The Muny Announces Directors, Choreographers & Music Directors for 2022 season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2022

The Muny announced today the directors, choreographers and music directors for The Muny’s 2022 season, which opens on June 13 with the celebrated return of the 2021 hit that audiences went “Whoopee!” for, the Tony Award-winning Chicago.

Suffolk Theater Presents Frankie Avalon Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 25, 2022

If you can't remember a time when Frankie Avalon wasn't a part of your life, you aren't alone. This talented performer can look back on a career that spans three generations of music, motion pictures, and television – proclaimed a 'Teen Idol' and appearing on just about every top variety show, guest-starring on numerous dramatic series, and starring in several of his own specials.

Amanda Kloots Comes in Fourth Place on DANCING WITH THE STARS; Watch All of Her Performances
by Michael Major - Nov 23, 2021

Throughout the season, Kloots and her partner, Alan Bersten, received praise from the judges and viewers alike, also paying tribute to her late husband, Nick Cordero, who died of COVID-19 in 2020. Watch a complete roundup of her performances on the show, including dances to, Britney Spears, Grease, Janet Jackson, and more!

Wake Up With BWW 10/20: Inside the Reopenings of FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME and AIN'T TOO PROUD, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2021

Today's top stories: Go inside the reopening nights for Ain't Too Proud and Freestyle Love Supreme!

VIDEO: Watch the Performances from GREASE Night on DANCING WITH THE STARS
by Michael Major - Oct 19, 2021

Last night was Grease Night on Dancing With the Stars! Watch the contestants perform every song from the iconic musical, including Amanda Kloots dancing with 'Beauty School Dropout', sung by Frankie Avalon, who sang the song in the classic 1978 film. Plus, see who was eliminated from the competition!