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Billy Elliot 2008 - Articles Page 4

Run Time:
2 hours and 45 minutes, with one internission
Opened: November 13, 2008
Closing: January 08, 2012

Billy Elliot - 2008 Broadway History , Info & More

Winner of 10 Tony Awards for 2009, including Best Musical! Billy Elliot the Musical is the new show that has captured Broadway’s heart, delighted the critics and swept the awards - winning ten 2009 Tony Awards including Best Musical! Called “Extraordinarily uplifting” by Time Out New York and “Intoxicating” by The New York Times, Billy Elliot is a joyous, exciting and feel-good celebration of one boy following his heart and making his dreams come true.



Based on the critically acclaimed feature film, Billy Elliot is brought to life by the movie’s original creative team – director Stephen Daldry, choreographer Peter Darling and writer Lee Hall – along with music legend Elton John, who has written what the New York Post calls “His best score yet!”



Come discover for yourself why Billy Elliot was the most lauded new Broadway show of 2009.


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BILLY ELLIOT Ballet Girls Host Free Warm-Up 7/31
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2010


The Ballet Girls of Broadway's BILLY ELLIOT will host a free dance warm-up on July 31 to celebrate National Dance Day, the show's official website announces. The warm-up will be held at 12:45pm outside Broadway's Imperial Theatre, 249 West 45th Street (between Broadway and 8th Avenue).

BILLY ELLIOT Ballet Girls To Host Free Warm-Up 7/31
by Abigail Arnold - July 27, 2010


The Ballet Girls of Broadway's BILLY ELLIOT will host a free dance warm-up on July 31 to celebrate National Dance Day, the show's official website announces. The warm-up will be held at 12:45pm outside Broadway's Imperial Theatre, 249 West 45th Street (between Broadway and 8th Avenue).

HALLELUJAH BROADWAY Released On EMI/Manhattan Records 9/14
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 19, 2010


Hallelujah Broadway, the musical extravaganza from Bill Hughes, the producer of The Irish Tenors, is based on the simple premise that powerful songs can bring an audience to their feet, gladden their hearts and give them something to really feel good about.

TV: Bway in Bryant Park - BILLY ELLIOT!
by Robert Diamond - July 16, 2010


The best of Broadway is being presented free on six consecutive Thursdays this summer with '106.7 Lite fm Presents Broadway in Bryant Park 2010' - a lunchtime series which began on Thursday, July 8th at 12:30pm on the Bryant Park Stage. Sponsored by Bank of America, and JCPenney 33rd & 6th, and hosted by Lite fm's on-air personalities, the tenth annual presentation of open-air, On- and Off- Broadway lunch hour performances runs through August 12th.

BILLY ELLIOT Releases Final Block of Chicago Tickets, 7/16
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2010


Universal Pictures Stage Productions, Working Title Films and Old Vic Productions in association with Weinstein Live Entertainment are announcing, with Broadway In Chicago, that tickets for the finAl Block of BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL in Chicago will go on sale Friday, July 16, 2010. After a successful 10-month run, BILLY ELLIOT will play its final Chicago performance on January 15, 2011. This finAl Block of performances runs from October 26, 2010 through January 15, 2011 and includes popular holiday performances.

STAGE TUBE: BILLY ELLIOT Kids Campaign for LeBron James Visit
by Jessica Lewis - July 8, 2010


Only in New York City can LeBron James notch a Triple-Double at Madison Square Garden and watch the Triple-Threat performers of BILLY ELLIOT on the Great White Way in the same night. To persuade LeBron to sign with the Knicks, the stars of BILLY ELLIOT are saving him a front row seat! Check out how the Billys and Ballet Girls dance, dribble and pass the basketball for LeBron by clicking below.

BILLY ELLIOT Plays Chigaco Thru 1/15; Stops in Toronto & San Francisco to Follow
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 7, 2010


Universal Pictures Stage Productions, Working Title Films and Old Vic Productions in association with Weinstein Live Entertainment are announcing, with Broadway In Chicago, that tickets for the finAl Block of BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL in Chicago will go on sale Friday, July 16, 2010. After a successful 10-month run, BILLY ELLIOT will play its final Chicago performance on January 15, 2011. This finAl Block of performances runs from October 26, 2010 through January 15, 2011 and includes popular holiday performances.

BILLY ELLIOT Launches New Podcast Series - BILLY ELLIOT: Express Yourself
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 24, 2010


The 2009 Tony Award winning Best Musical is calling all real life Billy Elliots to participate in the new podcast series, Billy Elliot: Express Yourself. The Broadway Company of Billy Elliot is looking for fans of all ages and backgrounds to tell their personal stories of discovery or triumph-whether it's finding a hidden talent, following their dreams or creating change within their community.

Finneran, LaPaglia, BILLY ELLIOT Honored at Inside Broadway's Beacon Awards 6/17
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 17, 2010


Inside Broadway's 2010 Broadway Beacon Awards will be held at 5:30pm today, June 17th, 2010 at the historic Players Club at Gramercy Park.

Finneran, LaPaglia, BILLY ELLIOT & More Honored at Inside B'way's Beacon Awards
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2010


Tony Award-winners Katie Finneran and Anthony LaPaglia, the current stars of Billy Elliot on Broadway, Nicholas & Lence Communications CEO (and former NYC & Company Director) Cristyne Nicholas, will all be honored at Inside Broadway's 2010 Broadway Beacon Awards, being held at 5:30pm on June 17th, 2010 at the historic Players Club at Gramercy Park.

Photo Flash: Boys Of BILLY ELLIOT Cheer For The Blackhawks
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 10, 2010


The young stars of BILLY ELLIOT were cheering on the Blackhawks last night! The ‘Hawks won just in time for Tommy Batchelor to come out for his final bow with his Blackhawks Hat on, too!

Photo Coverage: Auditions for Billy Elliot Draw from Far and Wide
by Shane Hudson - June 6, 2010


Dozens of boys and girls auditioned this weekend for the chance to be part of the Second National Tour of Billy Elliot which launches at the Durham Performing Arts Center this fall. The auditions took place at the Carolina Dance Center in Raleigh with boys auditioning for the role of Billy on Saturday and girls auditioning for ensemble roles on Sunday.

Camp Broadway Hosts Tony Party with Trent Kowalik & Cast Of BILLY ELLIOT 6/13
by Elisabeth Nebeker - May 28, 2010


Camp Broadway is hosting Broadway-loving kids from around the country at its annual Tony Award celebration. Special guests include 2009 Tony Award-winning 'Billy' Trent Kowalik and his Billy Elliott cast members Thommie Retter and Tessa Netting on Sunday, June 13 at Bond 45 Restaurant. Dressed in their gowns and tuxedos, Broadway's youngest fans, ages 10-17, will gather at 4:00pm for a pre-show mocktail party and dinner prior to attending the Tony Awards presentation at Radio City Music Hall. For more details on attending, call Camp Broadway at 212.575.2929.

Finneran, LaPaglia, BILLY ELLIOT & More Honored at Inside B'way's Beacon Awards
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 20, 2010


Tony Award-winners Katie Finneran and Anthony LaPaglia, the current stars of Billy Elliot on Broadway, Nicholas & Lence Communications CEO (and former NYC & Company Director) Cristyne Nicholas, will all be honored at Inside Broadway's 2010 Broadway Beacon Awards, being held at 5:30pm on June 17th, 2010 at the historic Players Club at Gramercy Park.

BILLY ELLIOT Announces New Performance Schedule Beginning 5/31
by Jessica Lewis - May 17, 2010


Billy Elliot on Broadway will play a new performance schedule beginning May 31, 2010: Wednesday - Saturday at 8pm, Wednesday and Saturday at 2pm, Sunday at 2pm and 7:30pm. In addition, there will be special holiday schedules for July 4th weekend and Labor Day weekend, with information available at www.telecharge.com.

Photo Coverage: Kulish, Alvarez, & Kowalik Reunite for BILLY ELLIOT Celebrity Cook-Off
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 4, 2010


Yesterday evening, May 4, David Alvarez, Trent Kowalik and Kiril Kulish, Tony winners for their performance as Billy in the hit musical Billy Elliot, reunited to support TrueChild in their Celebrity Cook-Off event. TrueChild is a leading national organization that helps all children break through stereotypes so they can be true to themselves and reach their full potential. Alvarez, Kowalik and Kulish were joined by 'Top Chef' season five finalists Carla Hall and Fabio Viviani. BroadwayWorld was on hand to capture the event.

Greg Jbara Returns to BILLY ELLIOT 5/4
by BWW News Desk - May 4, 2010


Universal Pictures Stage Productions, Working Title Films and Old Vic Productions in association with Weinstein Live Entertainment announced today that Gregory Jbara has returned to his Tony winning role as ‘Dad' in Billy Elliot.

Tony Winning BILLYS Re-unite for TrueChild Charity Celebrity Cook-Off Event 5/3
by BWW News Desk - May 3, 2010


David Alvarez, Trent Kowalik and Kiril Kulish, Tony winners for their performance as Billy in the smash hit musical Billy Elliot the Musical, will be reunited to support TrueChild in their Celebrity Cook-Off event on Monday, May 3rd.

Greg Jbara Returns to BILLY ELLIOT 5/4
by Robert Diamond - April 29, 2010


Universal Pictures Stage Productions, Working Title Films and Old Vic Productions in association with Weinstein Live Entertainment announced today that Gregory Jbara has returned to his Tony winning role as ‘Dad' in Billy Elliot.

Elton John to Perform on IDOL GIVES BACK 4/21
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2010


As part of his global effort to raise awareness for and to end HIV/AIDS, Sir Elton John will perform on IDOL GIVES BACK, airing Wednesday, April 21 (8:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) on FOX, on behalf of the Elton John AIDS Foundation. Alicia Keys, Carrie Underwood, The Black Eyed Peas, Annie Lennox, Jeff Beck & Joss Stone and Mary J. Blige & the All-Star Band will also perform.

Billy Elliot History

Other Productions of Billy Elliot

2005   West End Original London Production
West End
2008   Australian Production
2008   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2010   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
2010   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour

Billy Elliot - 2008 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2009 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Book of a Musical Lee Hall
2009 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Choreography Peter Darling
2009 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Direction of a Musical Stephen Daldry
2009 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Featured Actor in a Musical Gregory Jbara
2009 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Featured Actress in a Musical Haydn Gwynne
2009 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Leading Actor in a Musical Kiril Kulish
2009 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Leading Actor in a Musical Trent Kowalik
2009 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Leading Actor in a Musical David Alvarez
2009 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Musical Billy Elliot
2009 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Orchestrations Martin Koch
2009 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Original Score Elton John
2009 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Sound Design Paul Arditti
2009 Drama League Awards Distinguished Production of a Musical 0
2009 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Lee Hall
2009 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Elton John
2009 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreography Peter Darling
2009 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Costume Design Nicky Gillibrand
2009 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Stephen Daldry
2009 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Stephen Daldry
2009 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Gregory Jbara
2009 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Haydn Gwynne
2009 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Carole Shelley
2009 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Lighting Design Rick Fisher
2009 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Broadway Musical 0
2009 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Score 0
2009 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Set Design Ian MacNeil
2009 Outer Critics Circle Awards Special Achievement Award Trent Kowalik
2009 Outer Critics Circle Awards Special Achievement Award Kiril Kulish
2009 Theatre World Awards Performance Haydn Gwynne
2009 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Lee Hall
2009 Tony Awards Best Choreography Peter Darling
2009 Tony Awards Best Costume Design of a Musical Nicky Gillibrand
2009 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Stephen Daldry
2009 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Musical Rick Fisher
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Weinstein Live Entertainment
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Old Vic Productions
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Working Title Films
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Universal Pictures Stage Productions
2009 Tony Awards Best Orchestrations Martin Koch
2009 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Elton John
2009 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Lee Hall
2009 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Gregory Jbara
2009 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical David Bologna
2009 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Kiril Kulish
2009 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Trent Kowalik
2009 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical David Alvarez
2009 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Haydn Gwynne
2009 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Carole Shelley
2009 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Musical Ian MacNeil
2009 Tony Awards Best Sound Design of a Musical Paul Arditti
2008 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Lee Hall
2008 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Choreography Peter Darling
2008 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Stephen Daldry
2008 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lighting Design in a Musical Rick Fisher
2008 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Elton John
2008 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Martin Koch
2008 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Sound Design Paul Arditti

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