Simon Shorten
Latest News on Simon Shorten:
Photos: First Look at REHAB A New Musical at New Venue, Neon 194 (Dec 23, 2023)
Video: Mica Paris & Maiya Quansah-Breed Sing 'Museum of Loss' From REHAB THE MUSICAL (Dec 12, 2023)
REHAB THE MUSICAL Will Transfer to the West End (Oct 19, 2023)
Photos: First Look at REHAB A New Musical at New Venue, Neon 194 (Dec 23, 2023)
Video: Mica Paris & Maiya Quansah-Breed Sing 'Museum of Loss' From REHAB THE MUSICAL (Dec 12, 2023)
REHAB THE MUSICAL Will Transfer to the West End (Oct 19, 2023)
BIO
Training: GSA conservatoire (BA Hons in musical theatre).
Theatre includes: Babet, cover Valjean and Bamatabois in Les Misérables (Queen’s), ensemble, Jack, cover Ugly Sister Dolce, Marigold the Cow in Stephen Fry’s Cinderella (Old Vic), ensemble, Mr Fogg in Sweeney Todd (Royal Festival Hall) and Anatoly Sergievsky in Chess (GSA Conservatoire).
Film and television include: Emmerdale, Adams Family Tree, My Parents are Aliens, The Susan Boyle Story and short film One Flat Note.
Concerts include: Les Misérables 25th Anniversary Concert (The O2), The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber (SPO tour) and Les Mis Gives (Prince of Wales Delfont Room).
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STAGE CREDITS
[West End]
Original London Production, 2021
Performer (Swing) [Replacement]
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Lily-Mae Evans, Kitty Peterkin and Savannah Read Join MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - 2017-09-05 06:32:12
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Photos: First Look at REHAB A New Musical at New Venue, Neon 194
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 23, 2023
Following a frenzied, sold-out and critically-lauded 2022 run at the Playground Theatre, Rehab, the exceptionally-funny, darkly-comic musical, is ready, once again, to sweep you up on an emotional journey through the soaring highs, and tragic lows, of the ‘guests’ of the Glade Rehab Centre – this time at an exciting new venue, Neon 194, 194 Piccadilly, St. James’s, London W1J 9LN from January 12, 2024. See photos of the production!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 23, 2023
Following a frenzied, sold-out and critically-lauded 2022 run at the Playground Theatre, Rehab, the exceptionally-funny, darkly-comic musical, is ready, once again, to sweep you up on an emotional journey through the soaring highs, and tragic lows, of the ‘guests’ of the Glade Rehab Centre – this time at an exciting new venue, Neon 194, 194 Piccadilly, St. James’s, London W1J 9LN from January 12, 2024. See photos of the production!
Video: Mica Paris & Maiya Quansah-Breed Sing 'Museum of Loss' From REHAB THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2023
Get a first look at soul legend Mica Paris and Maiya Quansah-Breed singing 'MUSEUM OF LOSS' from Rehab the Musical. Watch the video ahead of its transfer to a new West End venue.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2023
Get a first look at soul legend Mica Paris and Maiya Quansah-Breed singing 'MUSEUM OF LOSS' from Rehab the Musical. Watch the video ahead of its transfer to a new West End venue.
REHAB THE MUSICAL Will Transfer to the West End
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2023
Following a 2022 run at the Playground Theatre, Rehab, will once again bring you on an emotional journey through the soaring highs, and tragic lows, of the ‘guests' of the Glade Rehab Centre – this time at an exciting new venue
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2023
Following a 2022 run at the Playground Theatre, Rehab, will once again bring you on an emotional journey through the soaring highs, and tragic lows, of the ‘guests' of the Glade Rehab Centre – this time at an exciting new venue
Three Korean Musicals Will Be Showcased in London as Part of the K Musical Roadshow
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2022
Three Korean musicals will be showcased in London for the first time to show the diverse writing talent as part of the first K Musical Roadshow in the UK. The presentation will consist of three 30 minute presentations followed by a drinks and food reception.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2022
Three Korean musicals will be showcased in London for the first time to show the diverse writing talent as part of the first K Musical Roadshow in the UK. The presentation will consist of three 30 minute presentations followed by a drinks and food reception.
Gina Beck, Joanne Clifton, and More Set For WEST END FOR UKRAINE Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2022
A top line-up of West End stars will be taking to the stage at West End for Ukraine on Monday 9 May 2022 at the Charing Cross Theatre. The musical fundraiser is in aid of the UNICEF Ukraine Emergency Appeal, raising vital urgent funds for children in desperate need.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2022
A top line-up of West End stars will be taking to the stage at West End for Ukraine on Monday 9 May 2022 at the Charing Cross Theatre. The musical fundraiser is in aid of the UNICEF Ukraine Emergency Appeal, raising vital urgent funds for children in desperate need.
Royal Shakespeare Company's MATILDA Welcomes New Child Cast Members
by Stephi Wild - Mar 15, 2019
The Royal Shakespeare Company's West End production of Matilda The Musical has announced that Hannah Selk and Zoe Simon will join Isobel Hubble and Francesca McKeown in the title role of Matilda from 19 March 2019.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 15, 2019
The Royal Shakespeare Company's West End production of Matilda The Musical has announced that Hannah Selk and Zoe Simon will join Isobel Hubble and Francesca McKeown in the title role of Matilda from 19 March 2019.
Photo Flash: First Look at Hayden Tee, Gina Beck, and the New Cast of Royal Shakespeare Company's MATILDA
by Stephi Wild - Oct 25, 2018
The Royal Shakespeare Company's Matilda The Musical has released new production images featuring the previously announced new cast of the multi-award winning show, which is now playing its eighth year in the West End having opened at the Cambridge Theatre seven years ago today on 25 October 2011.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 25, 2018
The Royal Shakespeare Company's Matilda The Musical has released new production images featuring the previously announced new cast of the multi-award winning show, which is now playing its eighth year in the West End having opened at the Cambridge Theatre seven years ago today on 25 October 2011.
Hayden Tee, Rob Compton, and Holly Dale Join The Royal Shakespeare Company's MATILDA
by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2018
The Royal Shakespeare Company's Matilda The Musical has announced new casting with Hayden Tee playing Miss Trunchbull alongside Rob Compton and Holly Dale Spencer as Mr and Mrs Wormwood. Gina Beck will continue to play Miss Honey, having joined the company in September 2017. Isobel Hubble and Francesca McKeown will join Sarah Munday and Olivia Wells in sharing the title role of Matilda. The multi award-winning production is currently playing its seventh year in the West End and is booking until 20 October 2019.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2018
The Royal Shakespeare Company's Matilda The Musical has announced new casting with Hayden Tee playing Miss Trunchbull alongside Rob Compton and Holly Dale Spencer as Mr and Mrs Wormwood. Gina Beck will continue to play Miss Honey, having joined the company in September 2017. Isobel Hubble and Francesca McKeown will join Sarah Munday and Olivia Wells in sharing the title role of Matilda. The multi award-winning production is currently playing its seventh year in the West End and is booking until 20 October 2019.
New Children's Cast and Online Lottery Announced For The Royal Shakespeare Company's MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2018
The Royal Shakespeare Company's West End production of Matilda The Musical has announced that Sara Munday and Olivia Wells will join Lily-Mae Evans and Savannah Read in the title role of Matilda from 13 March 2018. Seen by over 7.7 million people across more than 60 cities worldwide, the multi award-winning production is now playing its seventh year in London, booking at the Cambridge Theatre until 10 February 2019.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2018
The Royal Shakespeare Company's West End production of Matilda The Musical has announced that Sara Munday and Olivia Wells will join Lily-Mae Evans and Savannah Read in the title role of Matilda from 13 March 2018. Seen by over 7.7 million people across more than 60 cities worldwide, the multi award-winning production is now playing its seventh year in London, booking at the Cambridge Theatre until 10 February 2019.
Lily-Mae Evans, Kitty Peterkin and Savannah Read Join MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - Sep 5, 2017
The Royal Shakespeare Company's Matilda The Musical has announced that Lily-Mae Evans, Kitty Peterkin and Savannah Read will join Emma Moore in the title role of Matilda from 12 September 2017. The multi award-winning production is about to enter its seventh year in the West End and is booking at the Cambridge Theatre until 27 May 2018.
by BWW News Desk - Sep 5, 2017
The Royal Shakespeare Company's Matilda The Musical has announced that Lily-Mae Evans, Kitty Peterkin and Savannah Read will join Emma Moore in the title role of Matilda from 12 September 2017. The multi award-winning production is about to enter its seventh year in the West End and is booking at the Cambridge Theatre until 27 May 2018.
David Shannon, Gina Beck, Tom Edden, and Marianne Benedict Join MATILDA THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - Aug 7, 2017
The Royal Shakespeare Company's Matilda The Musical has announced its new adult cast with David Shannon playing Miss Trunchbull alongside Gina Beck as Miss Honey and Tom Edden and Marianne Benedict as Mr and Mrs Wormwood. The multi award-winning production is currently playing its sixth year in the West End and is booking until 27 May 2018.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 7, 2017
The Royal Shakespeare Company's Matilda The Musical has announced its new adult cast with David Shannon playing Miss Trunchbull alongside Gina Beck as Miss Honey and Tom Edden and Marianne Benedict as Mr and Mrs Wormwood. The multi award-winning production is currently playing its sixth year in the West End and is booking until 27 May 2018.
Dave Willetts Stars in LOVE BEYOND: A New Musical Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Oct 1, 2014
Commissioned Limited present the official London cast of LOVE BEYOND, a new musical, playing for two special performances only today and tomorrow, 1 and 2 October 2014 at The SSE Arena, Wembley.
by BWW News Desk - Oct 1, 2014
Commissioned Limited present the official London cast of LOVE BEYOND, a new musical, playing for two special performances only today and tomorrow, 1 and 2 October 2014 at The SSE Arena, Wembley.
Dave Willetts to Star in LOVE BEYOND: A New Musical, 1-2 October
by Jillian Gaier - Jul 18, 2014
Commissioned Limited today announce the official London cast of LOVE BEYOND, a new musical, playing for two special performances only on 1 and 2 October 2014 at The SSE Arena, Wembley. Powerful and uplifting, LOVE BEYOND is a unique presentation of the greatest love story ever told, unfolding the entire story of the Bible as never before. A contemporary production, this epic musical re-tells the inspiring stories of lives touched by God, from Genesis to Revelation and puts the focus on their significance to mankind today. LOVE BEYOND promises a sensational production with a host of West End stars, accompanied by one of the biggest live orchestras of any musical theatre show in London, playing a dramatic and original brand new score.
by Jillian Gaier - Jul 18, 2014
Commissioned Limited today announce the official London cast of LOVE BEYOND, a new musical, playing for two special performances only on 1 and 2 October 2014 at The SSE Arena, Wembley. Powerful and uplifting, LOVE BEYOND is a unique presentation of the greatest love story ever told, unfolding the entire story of the Bible as never before. A contemporary production, this epic musical re-tells the inspiring stories of lives touched by God, from Genesis to Revelation and puts the focus on their significance to mankind today. LOVE BEYOND promises a sensational production with a host of West End stars, accompanied by one of the biggest live orchestras of any musical theatre show in London, playing a dramatic and original brand new score.
Lockyer And Thaxton To Star In London LES MISERABLES From June!
by Carrie Dunn - May 21, 2014
There will be major cast changes in the West End production of the 2014 BBC Radio 2 Olivier Audience Award winner "LES MISERABLES" at the Queen's Theatre from 16 June 2014. Joining the company are: Peter Lockyer as 'Jean Valjean'; David Thaxton as 'Javert'; Tom Edden as 'Thenardier'; Celinde Schoenmaker as 'Fantine'; Michael Colbourne as 'Enjolras' and Emilie Fleming as 'Cosette'.
by Carrie Dunn - May 21, 2014
There will be major cast changes in the West End production of the 2014 BBC Radio 2 Olivier Audience Award winner "LES MISERABLES" at the Queen's Theatre from 16 June 2014. Joining the company are: Peter Lockyer as 'Jean Valjean'; David Thaxton as 'Javert'; Tom Edden as 'Thenardier'; Celinde Schoenmaker as 'Fantine'; Michael Colbourne as 'Enjolras' and Emilie Fleming as 'Cosette'.
DELETE dupe LES MISERABLES and PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Play in Charity Football Match Today
by BWW News Desk - Aug 11, 2013
Tonight, 11th August 2013 the casts of the West End musicals 'LES MISERABLES' and 'THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA' swap their costumes for sports kits when they go head-to-head in a charity football match at Bromley Football Club.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 11, 2013
Tonight, 11th August 2013 the casts of the West End musicals 'LES MISERABLES' and 'THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA' swap their costumes for sports kits when they go head-to-head in a charity football match at Bromley Football Club.
DELETE dupe LES MISERABLES and PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Play in Charity Football Match, Aug 11
by Christina Mancuso - Jul 17, 2013
On Sunday 11th August 2013 the casts of the West End musicals 'LES MISERABLES' and 'THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA' will be swapping their costumes for sports kits when they go head-to-head in a charity football match at Bromley Football Club.
by Christina Mancuso - Jul 17, 2013
On Sunday 11th August 2013 the casts of the West End musicals 'LES MISERABLES' and 'THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA' will be swapping their costumes for sports kits when they go head-to-head in a charity football match at Bromley Football Club.
LES MIS V PHANTOM: Charity Football Match Announced For Aug 11
by Carrie Dunn - Jul 17, 2013
On Sunday 11th August 2013 the casts of the West End musicals "LES MISERABLES" and "THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA" will be swapping their costumes for sports kits when they go head-to-head in a charity football match at Bromley Football Club.
by Carrie Dunn - Jul 17, 2013
On Sunday 11th August 2013 the casts of the West End musicals "LES MISERABLES" and "THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA" will be swapping their costumes for sports kits when they go head-to-head in a charity football match at Bromley Football Club.
Photo Flash: Christine Jimenez Presents 25th Anniversary LES MIZ Artwork!
by Jessica Lewis - Oct 1, 2010
On November 9th, 2006, the opening night of Broadway's Les Miserables, BroadwayWorld introduced the artwork of Christine Jimenez. Recently, the talented artist created more caricatures and portraits of Les Miz stars in honor of the show's 25th Anniversary, and is one again pleased to share them with BWW readers.
by Jessica Lewis - Oct 1, 2010
On November 9th, 2006, the opening night of Broadway's Les Miserables, BroadwayWorld introduced the artwork of Christine Jimenez. Recently, the talented artist created more caricatures and portraits of Les Miz stars in honor of the show's 25th Anniversary, and is one again pleased to share them with BWW readers.
NEWSROUND: Jerry Hits Broadway
by Miriam Zendle - Aug 10, 2009
Jerry Springer is Billy Flynn on Broadway, full casting announced for Life Is A Dream and a surfeit of understudies take over the West End. Miriam Zendle reports
by Miriam Zendle - Aug 10, 2009
Jerry Springer is Billy Flynn on Broadway, full casting announced for Life Is A Dream and a surfeit of understudies take over the West End. Miriam Zendle reports
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Simon Shorten been in?
Simon Shorten has not appeared on Broadway.
How many West End shows has Simon Shorten been in?
Simon Shorten has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was Simon Shorten's first West End show?
Simon Shorten's first West End show was The Phantom of the Opera which opened in 2021
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