James Canning
Latest News on James Canning:
Original GREASE Cast Members Unite For Benefit At Urban Stages (Dec 4, 2024)
Cabaret Photographers: Bobby Patrick (Dec 29, 2023)
BWW Review: 50 YEARS Later - It's Still Greased Lightning In TELL ME MORE, TELL ME MORE: THE GREASE 50TH REUNION At 54 Below (Jun 9, 2022)
Original GREASE Cast Members Unite For Benefit At Urban Stages (Dec 4, 2024)
Cabaret Photographers: Bobby Patrick (Dec 29, 2023)
BWW Review: 50 YEARS Later - It's Still Greased Lightning In TELL ME MORE, TELL ME MORE: THE GREASE 50TH REUNION At 54 Below (Jun 9, 2022)
BIO
Canning made two appearances on the CBS-TV series M*A*S*H, first as Corporal Marsh in the Season 5 episode titled "Exorcism" and then as Captain Simmons, a brash young surgeon who lectures the 4077th medical staff, in the Season 7 episode 'titled "The Young and The Restless". James, a Chicago, IL, native, has made numerous guest appearances in such popular TV shows as Family, the 1970s CBS Saturday morning series Isis, and the 1980s ABC series Hardcastle & McCormick. James is best known for his roles in the films The Fog (1980), The Boys in Company C (1978) and Elvis (1979).
He has not acted in a Hollywood film or TV project since his appearance on NBC-TV's Law and Order in 1991.
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TV EXCLUSIVE: GYPSY OF THE YEAR - Original Cast of GREASE Highlights
by Robert Diamond - Dec 6, 2011
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Original GREASE Cast Members Unite For Benefit At Urban Stages
Carole Demas, Ilene Kristen, James Canning and Ray DeMattis, members of the original Broadway cast of GREASE, will unite for a benefit for Urban Stages as part of the Winter Rhythms series.
Carole Demas, Ilene Kristen, James Canning and Ray DeMattis, members of the original Broadway cast of GREASE, will unite for a benefit for Urban Stages as part of the Winter Rhythms series.
Cabaret Photographers: Bobby Patrick
Broadway World Cabaret gets photographic content from some of the best shutterbugs in the business. Here's a look at some of the captures they've shared with us.
Broadway World Cabaret gets photographic content from some of the best shutterbugs in the business. Here's a look at some of the captures they've shared with us.
BWW Review: 50 YEARS Later - It's Still Greased Lightning In TELL ME MORE, TELL ME MORE: THE GREASE 50TH REUNION At 54 Below
It Was Sandy, And Doody, And Rizzo, And Marty Too!
It Was Sandy, And Doody, And Rizzo, And Marty Too!
Photos: GREASE Celebrates 50th Broadway Anniversary
Earlier this week, company members from Grease gathered at Sardi's to celebrate the show's 50th Bradway anniversary.
Earlier this week, company members from Grease gathered at Sardi's to celebrate the show's 50th Bradway anniversary.
See Marilu Henner, THE GREASE 50TH REUNION, a Tony Awards Viewing Party & More at Feinstein's/54 Below Next Week
Next week, FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. To
Next week, FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. To
FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW Releases Programming Through June 5th
Next week, FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com or call (646) 476-3551.
Next week, FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com or call (646) 476-3551.
Marilu Henner & James Canning to Present TELL ME MORE, TELL ME MORE: THE GREASE! 50 REUNION
Marilu Henner and James Canning have announced that their special evening Tell Me More, Tell Me More: The Grease 50 Reunion will play two nights at Feinstein’s 54 Below, Wednesday, June 1 and Monday, June 6 with shows at 7:00 pm.
Marilu Henner and James Canning have announced that their special evening Tell Me More, Tell Me More: The Grease 50 Reunion will play two nights at Feinstein’s 54 Below, Wednesday, June 1 and Monday, June 6 with shows at 7:00 pm.
Feinstein's/54 Below Will Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of GREASE
Feinstein's/54 Below will welcome cast members from Grease to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the hit musical in Tell Me More, Tell Me More: The Grease 50th Reunion on June 1 and 6 at 7:00pm.
Feinstein's/54 Below will welcome cast members from Grease to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the hit musical in Tell Me More, Tell Me More: The Grease 50th Reunion on June 1 and 6 at 7:00pm.
Skylight Run Productions to Host Benefit Concert for Ukraine
SING FOR UKRAINE, a benefit concert, takes place live From Skylight Run on Friday, April 29th, 7:30 PM ED. In dark times we come together. Ukraine needs our help. We want to do our part. All of us at Skylight Run Productions offer our heartfelt music to shift your mood and lift your spirits. Let this group of original Broadway Stars alter your state of mind and help Ukraine at the same time. All profits will be donated to International Rescue Committee, a trusted, effective organization with infrastructure in place providing shelter, first aid and protective kits, food, medicine, and other aid to Ukrainians. The first $1,000 of ticket sales before April 30, will be matched with an equal contribution.
SING FOR UKRAINE, a benefit concert, takes place live From Skylight Run on Friday, April 29th, 7:30 PM ED. In dark times we come together. Ukraine needs our help. We want to do our part. All of us at Skylight Run Productions offer our heartfelt music to shift your mood and lift your spirits. Let this group of original Broadway Stars alter your state of mind and help Ukraine at the same time. All profits will be donated to International Rescue Committee, a trusted, effective organization with infrastructure in place providing shelter, first aid and protective kits, food, medicine, and other aid to Ukrainians. The first $1,000 of ticket sales before April 30, will be matched with an equal contribution.
Three Original GREASE Stars & Original Producer Now Taking Part in WE GO TOGETHER
THIS YEAR to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the show’s Broadway Opening, and their friendship, JAMES CANNING joins Ilene and Carole for a fun get-together, bringing music of the season plus stories, laughs and songs saluting the iconic GREASE they originated. PLUS, Broadway GREASE Producer, KEN WAISSMAN, joins us with insider tales to tell.
THIS YEAR to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the show’s Broadway Opening, and their friendship, JAMES CANNING joins Ilene and Carole for a fun get-together, bringing music of the season plus stories, laughs and songs saluting the iconic GREASE they originated. PLUS, Broadway GREASE Producer, KEN WAISSMAN, joins us with insider tales to tell.
Original Stars of GREASE on Broadway to Join WE GO TOGETHER
THIS YEAR to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the show’s Broadway Opening, and their friendship, JAMES CANNING joins Ilene and Carole for a fun get-together, bringing music of the season plus stories, laughs and songs saluting the iconic GREASE they originated. Music Direction by Ian Herman. Engineered by Stuart Allyn.
THIS YEAR to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the show’s Broadway Opening, and their friendship, JAMES CANNING joins Ilene and Carole for a fun get-together, bringing music of the season plus stories, laughs and songs saluting the iconic GREASE they originated. Music Direction by Ian Herman. Engineered by Stuart Allyn.
James Canning Joins Carole Demas and Ilene Kristen for WE GO TOGETHER
What’s more fun than two original GREASE cast members? 3 is! Last year we brought you two: Carole Demas and Ilene Kristen. This year, to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the show’s Broadway Opening, and their friendship, James Canning joins Ilene and Carole for a fun get-together, bringing music of the season plus stories, laughs and songs saluting the iconic GREASE they originated.
What’s more fun than two original GREASE cast members? 3 is! Last year we brought you two: Carole Demas and Ilene Kristen. This year, to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the show’s Broadway Opening, and their friendship, James Canning joins Ilene and Carole for a fun get-together, bringing music of the season plus stories, laughs and songs saluting the iconic GREASE they originated.
MUSICAL THEATRE MELODIES to Celebrate 50th Anniversary of GREASE
The next Musical Theatre Melodies broadcast, hosted by Rob Morrison on 96.5 FM on Tuesday, February 1 will mark the 50th anniversary of the Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey musical GREASE from the 1972 original Broadway cast recording starring Barry Bostwick, Carole Demas, Adrienne Barbeau, Don Billett, Walter Bobbie, Jim Borrelli, James Canning, Daniel Deitch, Katie Hanley, Tom Harris, Ilene Kristen, Dorothy Leon, Timothy Meyers, Kathi Moss, Alan Paul, Joy Rinaldi, Marya Small and Garn Stephens.
The next Musical Theatre Melodies broadcast, hosted by Rob Morrison on 96.5 FM on Tuesday, February 1 will mark the 50th anniversary of the Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey musical GREASE from the 1972 original Broadway cast recording starring Barry Bostwick, Carole Demas, Adrienne Barbeau, Don Billett, Walter Bobbie, Jim Borrelli, James Canning, Daniel Deitch, Katie Hanley, Tom Harris, Ilene Kristen, Dorothy Leon, Timothy Meyers, Kathi Moss, Alan Paul, Joy Rinaldi, Marya Small and Garn Stephens.
Photo Coverage: Original Broadway Cast of GREASE Reunites at GYPSY OF THE YEAR
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS' 23rd Annual Gypsy of the Year, which was presented Monday, December 5 and 6, at the New Amsterdam Theatre, featured performances by 17 of the hottest Broadway and Off-Broadway shows, a 40-year reunion of the original Broadway cast of Grease, a tribute to national touring companies and appearances by more than 300 actors, singers and dancers.
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS' 23rd Annual Gypsy of the Year, which was presented Monday, December 5 and 6, at the New Amsterdam Theatre, featured performances by 17 of the hottest Broadway and Off-Broadway shows, a 40-year reunion of the original Broadway cast of Grease, a tribute to national touring companies and appearances by more than 300 actors, singers and dancers.
TV EXCLUSIVE: GYPSY OF THE YEAR - Original Cast of GREASE Highlights
The opening number featured the original Broadway cast of Grease reuniting for a special 40-year anniversary tribute. Among the stars returning to the stage from one of the most popular musicals in Broadway history are Barry Bostwick (Danny), Carole Demas (Sandy), Adrienne Barbeau (Betty Rizzo), Alan Paul (Teen Angel/Johnny Casino) and Walter Bobbie (Roger). Also joining the opening number reunion are original cast members Don Billett (Vince Fontaine), James Canning (Doody), Daniel Douglas (Burger Palace Boy), Katie Hanley (Marty), Tom Harris (Eugene Florczyk ), Ilene Kristen (Patty Simcox), Joy Rinaldi (Pink Lady) and Mews Small (Frenchy). Grease, with book, music and lyrics by Jim Jacobs and WarRen Casey, garnered seven Tony Award nominations and played 3,388 Broadway performances before closing April 13, 1980.
The opening number featured the original Broadway cast of Grease reuniting for a special 40-year anniversary tribute. Among the stars returning to the stage from one of the most popular musicals in Broadway history are Barry Bostwick (Danny), Carole Demas (Sandy), Adrienne Barbeau (Betty Rizzo), Alan Paul (Teen Angel/Johnny Casino) and Walter Bobbie (Roger). Also joining the opening number reunion are original cast members Don Billett (Vince Fontaine), James Canning (Doody), Daniel Douglas (Burger Palace Boy), Katie Hanley (Marty), Tom Harris (Eugene Florczyk ), Ilene Kristen (Patty Simcox), Joy Rinaldi (Pink Lady) and Mews Small (Frenchy). Grease, with book, music and lyrics by Jim Jacobs and WarRen Casey, garnered seven Tony Award nominations and played 3,388 Broadway performances before closing April 13, 1980.
Just In! And the GYPSY OF THE YEAR Winners Are... HOW TO SUCCEED, THE BOOK OF MORMON, and More!
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS' 23rd Annual Gypsy of the Year, which was presented Monday, December 5 and today, Tuesday, December 6 at the New Amsterdam Theatre, featured performances by 17 of the hottest Broadway and Off-Broadway shows, a 40-year reunion of the original Broadway cast of Grease, a tribute to national touring companies and appearances by more than 300 actors, singers and dancers.
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS' 23rd Annual Gypsy of the Year, which was presented Monday, December 5 and today, Tuesday, December 6 at the New Amsterdam Theatre, featured performances by 17 of the hottest Broadway and Off-Broadway shows, a 40-year reunion of the original Broadway cast of Grease, a tribute to national touring companies and appearances by more than 300 actors, singers and dancers.
Hugh Jackman, Bernadette Peters, Daniel Radcliffe & More to Present Gypsy of the Year Awards
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS' 23rd Annual Gypsy of the Year, to be presented Monday, December 5 (4:30 PM) and Tuesday, December 5 (2 PM) at the New Amsterdam Theatre (214 W. 42nd Street), will feature performances by 17 of the hottest Broadway and Off-Broadway shows, a 40-year reunion of the original Broadway cast of Grease, a tribute to national touring companies and appearances by more than 300 actors, singers and dancers.
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS' 23rd Annual Gypsy of the Year, to be presented Monday, December 5 (4:30 PM) and Tuesday, December 5 (2 PM) at the New Amsterdam Theatre (214 W. 42nd Street), will feature performances by 17 of the hottest Broadway and Off-Broadway shows, a 40-year reunion of the original Broadway cast of Grease, a tribute to national touring companies and appearances by more than 300 actors, singers and dancers.
Hugh Jackman, Bernadette Peters, Daniel Radcliffe & More to Present Gypsy of the Year Awards
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS' 23rd Annual Gypsy of the Year, to be presented Monday, December 5 (4:30 PM) and Tuesday, December 5 (2 PM) at the New Amsterdam Theatre (214 W. 42nd Street), will feature performances by 17 of the hottest Broadway and Off-Broadway shows, a 40-year reunion of the original Broadway cast of Grease, a tribute to national touring companies and appearances by more than 300 actors, singers and dancers.
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS' 23rd Annual Gypsy of the Year, to be presented Monday, December 5 (4:30 PM) and Tuesday, December 5 (2 PM) at the New Amsterdam Theatre (214 W. 42nd Street), will feature performances by 17 of the hottest Broadway and Off-Broadway shows, a 40-year reunion of the original Broadway cast of Grease, a tribute to national touring companies and appearances by more than 300 actors, singers and dancers.
Original GREASE Cast to Reunite at 2011 GYPSY OF THE YEAR; Set for 12/5-6
The original Broadway cast of Grease will reunite next month for a special 40-year anniversary tribute during the opening number of the 23rd Annual Gypsy of the Year, produced by and benefiting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
The original Broadway cast of Grease will reunite next month for a special 40-year anniversary tribute during the opening number of the 23rd Annual Gypsy of the Year, produced by and benefiting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
Photo Coverage: Opening Night of The Property Known as Garland
On March 23rd, Billy Van Zandt's play The Property Known as Garland --starring Adrienne Barbeau--opened off-Broadway
On March 23rd, Billy Van Zandt's play The Property Known as Garland --starring Adrienne Barbeau--opened off-Broadway
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has James Canning been in?
James Canning has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has James Canning been in?
James Canning has not appeared in the West End.
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