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BIO

Howar appeared in several Canadian productions of Broadway shows, and can also be heard in the Canadian Cast Recording of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, the original cast recording of "Tonight's The Night" London, and in voiceovers for various commercials and animations such as "Gene Fusion" He then made the step to the UK and London's West End theatre, in the lead role of Peggy Sue Got Married. He later played Roger in the rock opera Rent before being replaced by original Broadway cast member Adam Pascal.



He was formerly the lead singer of the London rock band Van Tramp (previously known as 'El Camino'). In 2010, Howar joined Mike + The Mechanics along with Andrew Roachford. The following year the album, The Road was released featuring Howar and Roachford as lead vocalists.

Tim starred in the London production of Rock of Ages as Stacee Jaxx at the Garrick Theatre. (August 2013) and remained in the show until its closure on 2 November 2013

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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
Original London Production, 2021
The Phantom [Replacement]

[West End]
London Coliseum Revival Production, 2018
Freddie

[West End]
English National Opera Production, 2005
Ozzie

[West End]
Original London Production, 2003
Stuart Clutterbuck

[West End]
Original London Production, 2001
Michael

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1996
Roger Davis [Replacement]

[US Tour]
2nd National Tour, 1988
Marius [Replacement]


News


Mike & The Mechanics Announce April/May 2023 Tour Dates

Mike & The Mechanics, who have sold over ten million records worldwide – announced their ‘Refueled!’ 2023 Tour – all the hits and a drop of Genesis. An epic run of 34 UK concerts in April/May, opening on April 12th at the Barbican, York and including the prestigious Royal Albert Hall on May 18th.
Photo Flash: First Look at THE MUSIC OF ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER by Made at Curve

Leicester’s Curve theatre has released production photos for its Made at Curve production of The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, a celebratory reopening concert featuring the songs that made the musicals and memories from the extraordinary life and career of Andrew Lloyd Webber.
Madalena Alberto, Jessica Daley, Tim Howar & More to Star in THE MUSIC OF ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER Concert

Leicester’s Curve theatre has today announced the full cast and production team for its Made at Curve production of The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, a celebratory reopening concert featuring the songs that made the musicals and memories from the extraordinary life and career of Andrew Lloyd Webber.
VIDEO: Watch Alice Fearn, Sandra Marvin and Tim Howar Sing For Charity In WEST END UNPLUGGED

On 9th September 2020 an intimate concert featuring Alice Fearn, Sandra Marvin, and Tim Howar performing at L-Acoustics Creations sound space in London premiered in support of charities to assist the UK theatre community who has been adversely affected by Covid-19 cancellations.
Mazz Murray, Alice Fearn, Sandra Marvin and More to Perform in WEST END UNPLUGGED

Each Wednesday from 9th to 30th September, a dazzling line-up of the West End's most well-loved singers will perform alongside some of theatre's top musicians in West End Unplugged (live from L-Acoustics Creations in Highgate, London) - a series of four 45-minute charity concerts.
BWW Feature: Do You Miss Stage Door?

The current UK Government guidelines recommend that as theatres reopen, audience members should not be encouraged to hang around the stage door. In the run-up to lockdown, West End shows like Dear Evan Hansen suspended stage door practices.
VIDEO: 70 West End Stars Including Paul Whittaker OBE and More Virtually Perform 'Do You Hear the People Sing?'

70 West End stars have come together to virtually raise their voice in song.  Watch the video below!
Emily Taylor Kaufman To Perform At The 5th Annual Orianne And Phil Collins 'Little Dreams Foundation' Gala

South Florida's 15 year old, singing sensation, Emily Taylor Kaufman will perform this Saturday, November 16, 2019 at the 5th Annual Orianne and Phil Collins 'Little Dreams Foundation' Gala in Miami, Florida with Phil Collins, Richard Marx and the Little Dreamers
Christmas Carol Singalong Comes To Royal Festival Hall This December

Raymond Gubbay Limited is celebrating over 25 years of presenting brilliant season entertainment in 2019, with an incredible line up of Christmas Festivals in London, Manchester, Glasgow, and Birmingham including some iconic favourites a?" which have become UK festive institutions a?" and some exciting new concerts for 2019. Highlights of the new concerts for 2019 are:
See The Current Standings In The 2019 BroadwayWorld UK Awards; Cast Your Vote!

Check out the current standings in the 2019 BroadwayWorld UK Awards and cast your vote!
See The Current Standings In The 2019 BroadwayWorld UK Awards; Cast Your Vote!

Voting continues for the 2019 BroadwayWorld UK Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favourites. Check out the current standings and cast your vote.
Shortlist Announced For The 2019 BroadwayWorld UK Awards; Voting Now Open!

Today, the shortlist is announced for the 2019 BroadwayWorld UK Awards, celebrating the best long-running West End productions and best new productions from around the country. CLICK HERE TO VOTE!
Raymond Gubbay Ltd Celebrates 25 Years Of Seasonal Entertainment With 2019 Christmas Festivals

Raymond Gubbay Limited is celebrating over 25 years of presenting brilliant season entertainment in 2019, with an incredible line up of Christmas Festivals in London, Manchester, Glasgow, and Birmingham including some iconic favourites a?" which have become UK festive institutions a?" and some exciting new concerts for 2019.
BWW Interview: Tim Howar Talks THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA

Canadian actor and singer Tim Howar's past work includes Les Miserables, The Who's Tommy, Chess, and the 10th Anniversary production of Rent. He's also in the band Mike + The Mechanics. Currently, he's tackling one of the most iconic roles in musical theatre: playing the Phantom in the West End production.
Mike + The Mechanics Release OUT OF THE BLUE Today

MIKE + THE MECHANICS released their ninth studio album, OUT OF THE BLUE, today 5 via BMG. It captures the evolution of some of the band's most loved hits throughout their 35-year career with brand new recordings (on deluxe version), as well as introducing fans to the band's future with three brand new tracks: “One Way,” “What Would You Do” and the album's lead single of the title track. A video for “Out Of The Blue” was recently released and can be seen on the band's official YouTube page.
David Thaxon Will Star in PHANTOM OF THE OPERA From December

Andrew Lloyd Webber and Cameron Mackintosh are delighted to announce that David Thaxton will play 'The Phantom' for a limited run from Monday 10 December 2018.
Brief 8/2: Disney Takes Over Broadway in Bryant Park, and More!

Good morning BroadwayWorld! Today's top stories: stars from Frozen, Aladdin, and The Lion King will perform at today's Broadway in Bryant Park, and more!
Tim Howar Will Take Over As The Phantom In THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA - More Casting Announced!

As THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA heads in to its 33rd year, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Cameron Mackintosh have announced that Tim Howar will play 'The Phantom' for an initial run from 3 September - 8 December 2018.
CHESS Enters Final Two Weeks at the Coliseum

The epic musical love story CHESS starring Michael Ball as Anatoly, Alexandra Burke as Svetlana, Cedric Neal as The Arbiter, Tim Howar asFreddie, Cassidy Janson as Florence and Phillip Browne as Molokov has just two weeks remaining of its limited West End season which must end on 2 June 2018.
Mike & The Mechanics Announce 2019 UK Tour Dates

Mike & The Mechanics, who have sold over ten million records worldwide – announce their 2019 nationwide 'Looking Back Over My Shoulder Tour'. An epic run of 34 UK concerts in February/March/April, including the prestigious Royal Albert Hall next year on April 1st, 2019.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Tim Howar been in?

Tim Howar has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Tim Howar been in?

Tim Howar has appeared on London's West End in 5 shows.

What was Tim Howar's first West End show?

Tim Howar's first West End show was Peggy Sue Got Married which opened in 2001

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