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Ivor Novello

Date of Death: March 06, 1951 (58)

Birth Place: Wales, ENGLAND

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STAGE CREDITS

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Original London Production, 1949
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Original London Production, 1943
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[West End]
Original London Production, 1936
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[Broadway]
1930
Max Clement

[Broadway]
1930
David Kennard

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KT Tunstall Releases Mixtape of Songs From CLUELESS the Musical
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2025

Multi-award-winning singer-songwriter KT Tunstall has crafted the original score for the new West End production of Clueless, The Musical, which begins performances at London’s Trafalgar Theatre on 15 February.
Little Simz Curates 30th Edition Of Southbank Centre's Meltdown Festival
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2025

The Southbank Centre has announced Little Simz as the curator of the 30th edition of its iconic contemporary music festival, Meltdown. Little Simz will curate the line-up for the eleven day festival as well as performing herself.
Elton John and Brandi Carlile to Release Collaborative Album 'Who Believes In Angels?'
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 5, 2025

Elton John and Brandi Carlile have announced details of their collaborative studio album Who Believes In Angels?, set for release on April 4th. Unveiled ahead of its release is the new single from the album, the eponymous song “Who Believes In Angels?.” Listen to the song here.
Amy Allen Named GRAMMY Songwriter of the Year
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 3, 2025

Singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Amy Allen was named Songwriter of the Year, non-classical at the GRAMMY® Awards at the 67th Annual GRAMMY® Awards last night.
Max Bowden and Paul Jacob French Will Lead Premiere of MIDNIGHT COWBOY Musical
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2025

EastEnders star Max Bowden, Paul Jacob French and Tori Allen-Martin will star as Rico ‘Ratzo' Rizzo, Joe Buck and Cass respectively in the world premiere of MIDNIGHT COWBOY – A NEW MUSICAL.
Video: Franz Ferdinand Release Live Performance of 'Hooked'
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 28, 2025

With their evergreen hit “Take Me Out” having just passed the one billion Spotify streams mark, Franz Ferdinand have shared a live performance video for their latest single, 'Hooked.' Watch it now!
Simple Minds to Embark on Biggest North American Tour in 4 Decades
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 27, 2025

Simple Minds has announced plans for a major North American headline tour – the legendary UK band’s biggest live run across the US and Canada in four decades.
DINNER WITH GAVIN ROSSDALE Sets WatchFree+ Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 23, 2025

VIZIO has announced the exclusive premiere of the celebrity culinary talk series “Dinner with Gavin Rossdale” on WatchFree+, launching February 13th. While Gavin prepares world-class gastronomic delights for their enjoyment, he engages with guests in deeply personal conversations about their lives, careers, and everything in between.
Travis 2025 North American Headline Tour Kicks Off This Month
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 17, 2025

Glasgow’s multiple BRIT and Ivor Novello-winning band Travis are set to embark on their 2025 North American Raze The Bar Tour this month. The tour kicks off on January 21 in Raleigh, NC at The Ritz and visits 22 dates across the US and Canada.
David Gray’s New Studio Album 'Dear Life' Now Available
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 17, 2025

GRAMMY® nominated British singer-songwriter David Gray unveils his thirteenth studio album Dear Life. The release of the project comes ahead of his 2025 “Past & Present” World Tour, which is set to kick off next week. Listen to the album now!
David Gray Unveils New Single 'Fighting Talk'
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 13, 2025

GRAMMY® nominated British singer-songwriter David Gray has released his brand new single “Fighting Talk.' The track serves as the fourth single off David’s highly anticipated thirteenth album Dear Life. Listen to the song now.
Cast Set For THE PARENT AGENCY - THE MUSICAL at Storyhouse Chester
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2025

The full cast has been announced for The Parent Agency – The Musical. This brand new musical is adapted by comedian and author David Baddiel from his best-selling book.
David Gray Unveils New Single 'Singing for the Pharaoh'
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 6, 2024

GRAMMY® nominated British singer-songwriter David Gray releases his brand new single “Singing for the Pharaoh.' The track serves as the third single off David’s highly anticipated thirteenth album Dear Life, out January 17. Listen to it now!
Disclosure Share New Single 'King Steps' With British-Gambian Rapper Pa Salieu
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 27, 2024

Multi-platinum duo Disclosure have shared their new single “King Steps” —a wildly exhilarating collaboration with fast-rising British-Gambian rapper Pa Salieu. Listen to it here!
New Musical MIDNIGHT COWBOY Will Open at Southwark Playhouse in 2025
by Stephi Wild - Nov 27, 2024

The world premiere of MIDNIGHT COWBOY – A NEW MUSICAL will open at Southwark Playhouse Elephant in April 2025. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
Nia Archives Remixes Jamie xx Track 'Waited All Night'
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 25, 2024

Jamie xx has released the first remix of his In Waves album campaign. It comes from the unstoppable Bradford-born, Leeds-raised new-gen junglist Nia Archives, who steps up to remix one of the album’s standout tracks, “Waited All Night.' Listen to it here.
KELI Comes to Scottish Stages in 2025
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2024

Best known as the virtuoso accordionist in the visionary folk trio Lau, Martin Green has spent the past two years on an odyssey deep into the world of brass bands, culminating in this staging of KELI, marking its world premiere as a stage play.
Elton John & Brandi Carlile Unveil New Original Song ‘Never Too Late’
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 15, 2024

Elton John and Brandi Carlile have unveiled their new original song 'Never Too Late (From The Film “Elton John: Never Too Late”)’. The collaboration between the longtime friends is an original composition written for ‘Elton John: Never Too Late’. Listen to it here!
Tears For Fears to Return to Las Vegas for Four 2025 Shows
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 1, 2024

On the heels of selling out all three of their shows at BleauLive Theater inside Fontainebleau Las Vegas this week, iconic British duo Tears For Fears have announced their return to Las Vegas in 2025 with four additional dates for their limited engagement.
New Musical THE PARENT AGENCY Will Open at Storyhouse Chester in February 2025
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2024

Best-selling book The Parent Agency, by comedian and author, David Baddiel, will be brought to the stage next year in a brand-new musical with music and additional lyrics by Dan Gillespie Sells, directed by Tim Jackson.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Ivor Novello been in?

Ivor Novello has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Ivor Novello been in?

Ivor Novello has appeared on London's West End in 3 shows.

What was Ivor Novello's first West End show?

Ivor Novello's first West End show was Careless Rapture which opened in 1936

How many shows has Ivor Novello written?

Ivor Novello has written 19 shows including The Bing Boys Are Here (Composer/Lyricist), Theodore and Co (Composer), Arlette (Composer), A Southern Maid (Composer/Lyricist), A to Z (Composer), André Charlot's Revue of 1924 (Composer), The Rat (Playwright), Charlot Revue (Composer), Symphony in Two Flats (Playwright), The Truth Game (Playwright), A Party (Playwright), Glamorous Night (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), Fresh Fields (Playwright), Careless Rapture (Bookwriter/Composer), The Dancing Years (Bookwriter/Composer), Arc de Triomphe (Composer), Perchance to Dream (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), King's Rhapsody (Bookwriter/Composer), Gay's The Word (Bookwriter/Composer).

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