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Neil was born in Liverpool England. He started his career at the young at of 10. In his early years, Neil's focus was evenly split between TV and Musical Theater. At 22 years of age Neil joined the UK touring production of "Ferry Cross The Mersey". He then made his West End debut with the same show. After leaving that show, Neil spent the next 12 years in the West End of London in productions like "The Buddy Holly Story" "Starlight Express" "Les Miserables" and "Miss Saigon". Whilst performing in the West End Neil got the opportunity to direct Multiple fund raising concerts with both the cast of Les Miserables and Miss Saigon. He also spent two years as dance captain in Les Miserables. Neil has personally performed for the Queen of England and President Jacques Chirac at Windsor Castle UK. Since his arrival in the USA he has launched a successful acting and coaching career in Los Angeles. Neil's most recently directed an award winning production of "Miss Saigon" for which he personally received the Best Direction of a Musical (Local Production) from broadwayworld.com and the show received an additional 5 awards including Best Musical (Local Production).



Neil is now in the process of directing a production of "Your A Good Man Charlie Brown" which opens in the Banshee Theater Burbank, CA. January 18th 2012.

Neil's theater credits in America include "Cats" "Miss Saigon" "Phantom Of The Opera" "The Drowsy Chaperone" "Evita" "God Spell" "Titanic" " Man Of La Mancha" "All Shook Up" "Bell's Are Ringing" and "Gippetto's Dream".

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Cast Announced For San Diego Regional Premiere Of JERSEY BOYS At CCAE Theatricals

The San Diego Regional Premiere of JERSEY BOYS will be at the Center Theater at The California Center for the Arts, Escondido from September 13 to October 6, 2024. Cast and creative team announced.
ONCE to be Presented at California Center For The Arts, Escondido

A testament to the transcendent power of love and music takes center stage at California Center for the Arts, Escondido with the multi-award-winning ONCE. The musical-book by Enda Walsh; music and lyrics by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová-is based on John Carney's Academy Award-winning indie film of the same name.
BWW Review: JUKEBOX HERO at San Diego Musical Theatre

JUKEBOX HERO is the new fun and frothy concert fundraiser streaming from San Diego Musical theatre.
San Diego Musical Theatre Announces New Education Program

San Diego Musical Theatre announced today their new educational outreach program 'SDMT Academy' and the hiring of a new Director of Education, Shauna Markey.
San Diego Musical Theatre Shares Cast and Creative of YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN

San Diego Musical Theatre announced today the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of Young Frankenstein.
Photo Flash: First Look At HAIRSPRAY At San Diego Musical Theatre

Here is a first look at production photos for San Diego Musical Theatre's production of the Tony-Award winning Broadway musical HAIRSPRAY, which opened on Saturday night!
San Diego Musical Theatre Announces Cast And Creative Team For HAIRSPRAY

San Diego Musical Theatre announced today the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of Hairspray. Hairspray, winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Original Book, is a family-friendly musical, piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance and deliriously tuneful songs. Music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman, and book by Mark O'Donnell and Thomas Meehan. Hairspray will be directed by J. Scott Lapp (SDMT's First Date), with choreography by Jill Gorrie (SDMT's Singin' in the Rain, 42nd Street, Damn Yankees), and music direction by Don LeMaster. Hairspray runs August 3 - September 2, 2018 at the historic Horton Grand Theatre, with press opening on Saturday, August 4 at 8:00 PM.
Photo Flash: Bethany Slomka & John Massey In HAIRSPRAY At San Diego Musical Theatre

San Diego Musical Theatre invites you to take a special sneak peek at the cast of it's upcoming production of Hairspray. Hairspray, winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Original Book, is a family-friendly musical, piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance and deliriously tuneful songs. Music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman, and book by Mark O'Donnell and Thomas Meehan. Hairspray will be directed by J. Scott Lapp (SDMT's First Date, The Prince of Egypt, Bonnie & Clyde), with choreography by Jill Gorrie (SDMT's Singin' in the Rain, 42nd Street, Damn Yankees), and music direction by Don LeMaster. Hairspray runs August 3 - September 2, 2018 at the historic Horton Grand Theatre, with press opening on Saturday, August 4 at 8:00 PM.
San Diego Musical Theatre Announces Cast And Creative Team For HAIRSPRAY

San Diego Musical Theatre announced today the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of Hairspray. Hairspray, winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Original Book, is a family-friendly musical, piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance and deliriously tuneful songs. Music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman, and book by Mark O'Donnell and Thomas Meehan. Hairspray will be directed by J. Scott Lapp (SDMT's First Date), with choreography by Jill Gorrie (SDMT's Singin' in the Rain, 42nd Street, Damn Yankees), and music direction by Don LeMaster. Hairspray runs August 3 - September 2, 2018 at the historic Horton Grand Theatre, with press opening on Saturday, August 4 at 8:00 PM.
Review Roundup: THE FULL MONTY at San Diego Musical Theatre

The reviews are in for THE FULL MONTY at San Diego Musical Theatre, which opened on January 26th and is set to run through February 25th. The musical comedy features Music and Lyrics by David Yazbek and Book by Terrence McNally, and is based off of the 1997 comedy film of the same name.
Photo Coverage: Have a Look at THE FULL MONTY at San Diego Musical Theatre!

THE FULL MONTY opened on January 26th and is set to run through February 25th at San Diego Musical Theatre. The musical comedy features Music and Lyrics by David Yazbek and Book by Terrence McNally, and is based off of the 1997 comedy film of the same name. THE FULL MONTY follows six men recently laid off from their jobs working at a Steel Mill. Desperate to earn some cash to help support their families, they note how much the women in their lives enjoy a Chippendales act, and how willing they are to give their money to them. Inspired, the guys decide to take it a step further: they'll do a strip-tease act, but they'll go THE FULL MONTY.
San Diego Musical Theatre Announces Cast and Creative Team for THE FULL MONTY

San Diego Musical Theatre announced today the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of The Full Monty. With a mix of raucous humor and an audacious pop-rock score, this Americanized stage version of the hit 1997 hit film features a book by Terrence McNally (Kiss of the Spiderwoman, Ragtime, Catch Me If You Can) with music and lyrics by David Yazbek (Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown). The Full Monty will be directed by Neil Dale (SDMT's Billy Elliot), with Music Direction by Don LeMaster, and choreography by Paul David Bryant (SDMT's Ragtime). The Full Monty runs January 26 - February 25, 2018, at the historic Horton Grand Theatre, with press opening on Saturday, January 27 at 8:00 p.m.
VIDEO: Peek Inside the Rehearsal Room for San Diego Musical Theatre's THE FULL MONTY

THE FULL MONTY, a musical with Music and Lyrics by David Yazbek and Book by Terrence McNally, opens on January 26th and is set to run through February 25th at San Diego Musical Theatre. The musical comedy follows six friends recently laid off from their Steel Mill jobs. In need of money to support their families, these 'average joes' decide to turn to a more unassuming way to make some extra cash: stripping.
San Diego Musical Theatre Announces Cast and Creative Team for THE FULL MONTY

San Diego Musical Theatre announced today the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of The Full Monty. With a mix of raucous humor and an audacious pop-rock score, this Americanized stage version of the hit 1997 hit film features a book by Terrence McNally (Kiss of the Spiderwoman, Ragtime, Catch Me If You Can) with music and lyrics by David Yazbek (Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown). The Full Monty will be directed by Neil Dale (SDMT's Billy Elliot), with Music Direction by Don LeMaster, and choreography by Paul David Bryant (SDMT's Ragtime). The Full Monty runs January 26 - February 25, 2018, at the historic Horton Grand Theatre, with press opening on Saturday, January 27 at 8:00 p.m.
Photo Flash: First Look at SDMT's MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET: A LIVE MUSICAL RADIO PLAY

Returning for the second year in a row, this heartwarming holiday classic is retold in the tradition of a live 1940's era radio broadcast. When a department store Santa claims he's the real Kris Kringle, his case gets taken all the way to the Supreme Court. Watch the miracle unfold when the belief of a little girl makes all the difference in this iconic story. Staged with live Foley effects and a score of favorite holiday tunes, Miracle on 34th Street is sure to melt even the most cynical of hearts. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action at San Diego Musical Theatre below!
Cast, Creative Team Set for San Diego Musical Theatre's MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET

San Diego Musical Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for its holiday production of Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play.
Cast, Creative Team Set for San Diego Musical Theatre's MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET

San Diego Musical Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for its holiday production of Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play.
Regional Roundup: Top New Features This Week Around Our BroadwayWorld 10/6 - HAIR, BILLY ELLIOT, and More!

BroadwayWorld presents a comprehensive weekly roundup of regional stories around our Broadway World, which include videos, editor spotlights, regional reviews and more. This week, we feature HAIR, BILLY ELLIOT, and More!
BWW Review: BILLY ELLIOT at San Diego Musical Theatre Shines

BILLY ELLIOT at San Diego Musica Theatre proves that no matter how crazy the dream, all you really have to do is shine. Don't miss it at San Diego Musical Theater through October 8th at the Spreckels Theatre.
VIDEO: Behind The Scenes Look At BILLY ELLIOT At San Diego Musical Theatre!

Watch director Neil Dale, choreographer Jared Nelson, and actress Joy Yandell (Mrs. Wilkinson) as they discuss BILLY ELLIOT!

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