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Fame 2009

Opened: September 25, 2009

Fame - 2009 History , Info & More

A reinvention of the original Oscar®-winning hit film, Fame follows a talented group of dancers, singers, actors, and artists over four years at the New York City High School of Performing Arts, a diverse, creative powerhouse where students from all walks of life are given a chance to live out their dreams and achieve real and lasting fame...the kind that comes only from talent, dedication, and hard work.



The cast includes Asher Book as Marco, Kristy Flores as Rosie, Paul Iacono as Neil, Paul McGill as Kevin, Naturi Naughton as Denise, Kay Panabaker as Jenny, Kherington Payne as Alice, Collins Pennie as Malik, Walter Perez as Victor, and Anna Maria Perez de Tagle as Joy. Their instructors include Debbie Allen as Principal Simms, Charles S. Dutton as Alvin Dowd, Kelsey Grammer as Joel Cranston, Megan Mullally as Fran Rowan, and Bebe Neuwirth as Lynn Kraft.


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Flushing Town Hall's Queens Jazz Orchestra to Honor Phil Schaap and Charlie Parker with BIRD FLIGHT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2022


On Friday, June 17, 2022, Flushing Town Hall’s Queens Jazz Orchestra will return live to the stage with 'Bird Flight,' a special tribute program honoring Phil Schaap and the genius of Charlie Parker.

37 Musicals and Movies Streaming Now on HBO Max!
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 28, 2020


HBO Max, now Max, has a slew of musicals, plays and films for theater fans of all ages and we've got a complete guide to all theatre available on the streaming service.

VIDEO: Watch Broadway Veteran Dan Domenech Explain How He Was Stranded at Sea!
by Nicole Rosky - May 1, 2020


When Broadway veteran Dan Domenech joined the performing company of a cruise ship, he didn't know he'd be quarantined at sea for two months. Watch as he tells the tale of being stuck for 50 days with other cast and crew members due to the health crisis.

The Modern Movie Musical- Rotten or Fresh?
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 25, 2018


Ever since Chicago hit the big screen in 2002, Hollywood has re-embraced the movie musical. On October 5, a new title joins the genre when A Star Is Born, starring Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga, is released. At least for now, the film is Certified Fresh, with a Rotten Tomatoes score of 95%, but will it hold up?

Hulu Releases New List of Titles Coming This April!
by Macon Prickett - Mar 16, 2018


Hulu has released a plethora of titles coming to the streaming giant this April! Hulu is the only pay-TV service to offer live and on demand channels, original series and films, and a library of premium streaming TV shows and movies, all in one place. This includes content from the four major broadcast networks, ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC, with local live broadcast affiliate programming immediately available in many markets, with more to follow; the biggest live sporting events from top pro and college leagues on channels including CBS Sports, ESPN, FOX Sports, NBC Sports and TNT, as well as regional sports networks available in many markets; top news channels CNN, CNBC, FOXNews, FOX Business and MSNBC; popular lifestyle programming from Bravo, E!, Food Network, HGTV and Travel Channel; and fan favorites like A&E, Cartoon Network/Adult Swim, Disney Channel, Freeform, FX, HISTORY, Lifetime, National Geographic, TBS, USA Network, Viceland and more.

Award Winning Music Artist, Jon Bon Jovi and Acclaimed French Winemaker, G'rard Bertrand Join Forces to Launch a Premium Ros' Wine
by Marina Kennedy - Jan 25, 2018


Award winning music icon, Jon Bon Jovi and acclaimed French winemaker, Grard Bertrand, have joined forces to launch a premium ros wine label, Diving into Hampton Water, soon to be available in the US market.

The Pierre Celebrates The Best Of Broadway With New Monthly Cabaret Series
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2018


The Pierre New York is bringing the best of Broadway to guests and local residents alike with its popular new cabaret series, Broadway At The Pierre. On Today January 24th, the hotel is teaming up with award-winning Broadway Sings For Pride creative director Neal Bennington for a special evening with some of Broadway's brightest stars.

The Pierre Celebrates The Best Of Broadway With New Monthly Cabaret Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 19, 2018


The Pierre New York is bringing the best of Broadway to guests and local residents alike with its popular new cabaret series, Broadway At The Pierre. On Wednesday January 24th, the hotel is teaming up with award-winning Broadway Sings For Pride creative director Neal Bennington for a special evening with some of Broadway's brightest stars.

CCNY Jazz Festival Returns with Dr. Lonnie Smith Trio, Free Master Classes & More
by Julie Musbach - Apr 22, 2017


The City College Center for the Arts (CCCA) and the City College of New York Jazz Program present the 2017 CUNY Jazz Festival featuring Hammond Organ guru Dr. Lonnie Smith.

Ramsey Lewis & John Pizzarelli Sing Nat King Cole at Bay Area Cabaret Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Mar 21, 2015


Bay Area Cabaret, the organization dedicated to presenting world renowned artists who expand the definition of cabaret, presents multi-Grammy-Award winning jazz pianist/composer Ramsey Lewis and jazz guitarist/vocalist John Pizzarelli in Straighten up and Fly Right: A Tribute to Nat King Cole.

Ramsey Lewis & John Pizzarelli to Sing Nat King Cole at Bay Area Cabaret, 3/21
by BWW News Desk - Feb 19, 2015


Bay Area Cabaret, the organization dedicated to presenting world renowned artists who expand the definition of cabaret, presents multi-Grammy-Award winning jazz pianist/composer Ramsey Lewis and jazz guitarist/vocalist John Pizzarelli in Straighten up and Fly Right: A Tribute to Nat King Cole.

Stephen Schwartz, Leslie Uggams, Sierra Boggess and More Highlight Bay Area Cabaret's 2014-15 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Aug 4, 2014


Bay Area Cabaret, devoted to presenting audiences with top performers who expand the definition of cabaret, enters its 11th season this fall with a sparkling lineup at the Fairmont San Francisco's historic Venetian Room. The new season features a star-studded lineup of performers making their Bay Area Cabaret debuts, as well as the return of a few favorites. The season kicks off on Saturday, September 27, 2014 with a tribute to songwriter Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Pippin, Godspell, Pocahontas, Enchanted, Prince of Egypt), starring Mr. Schwartz, SNL's Ana Gasteyer, Broadway's Liz Callaway and Michael McCorry Rose. The season continues November 2 with Tony winner Leslie Uggams (Hallelujah, Baby!, Beulah, Roots) and December 7 with Andrew Lloyd Webber protege and star of Broadway's Phantom of the Opera and Little Mermaid Sierra Boggess.

Joe's Pub Presents Little Anthony Singing TEARS ON MY PILLOW and More, Today
by BWW News Desk - Jun 17, 2014


On Today evening, June 17th Joe's Pub will present Little Anthony, a piano, a few microphones, some R&B hits like 'Hurt So Bad', audience questions and 55 years of show business remembrances.

Joe's Pub Presents Little Anthony Singing TEARS ON MY PILLOW and More, 6/17
by Courtnie Mele - Jun 14, 2014


On Tuesday evening, June 17th Joe's Pub will present Little Anthony, a piano, a few microphones, some R&B hits like 'Hurt So Bad', audience questions and 55 years of show business remembrances.

Grounded Aerial Brings EMOTIONALLY CHARGED CHOREOGRAPHY AMPLIFIED INTO THE AIR to the Lehman Center Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jan 25, 2014


Artistic Director Karen A. Fuhrman announced that GROUNDED AERIAL, a visceral aerial Dance Company, will present EMOTIONALLY CHARGED CHOREOGRAPHY AMPLIFIED INTO THE AIR tonight, January 25th at 8pm at the Lehman Center for Performing Arts (250 Bedford Park Boulevard, West Bronx).

Grounded Aerial to Bring EMOTIONALLY CHARGED CHOREOGRAPHY AMPLIFIED INTO THE AIR to the Lehman Center, 1/25
by BWW News Desk - Dec 12, 2013


Artistic Director Karen A. Fuhrman announced today that GROUNDED AERIAL, a visceral aerial dance company, will present EMOTIONALLY CHARGED CHOREOGRAPHY AMPLIFIED INTO THE AIR on Saturday, January 25th at 8pm at the Lehman Center for Performing Arts (250 Bedford Park Boulevard, West Bronx).

Ennio Morricone to Conduct Ensemble of 200 Musicians and Singers 3/20 at Nokia Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Oct 21, 2013


Ennio Morricone, conducting an ensemble of 200 musicians and singers, will have a single performance at Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE on Thursday, March 20, 2014 at 8 pm. This concert marks the legendary Morricone's first Los Angeles performance. Morricone has composed the scores for more than 450 films including five of Sergio Leone's westerns -- A Fistful of Dollars; For a Few Dollars More; The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly; Once Upon a Time in the West and A Fistful of Dynamite - and The Battle of Algiers; Sacco and Vanzetti; Cinema Paradiso; 1900, Malena; The Untouchables; Once Upon A Time in America; The Mission; U-Turn; The Unknown Woman; and The Best Offer, among hundreds of others.

Indie Action-Thriller MISSION PARK Hits Select Theaters Today
by Movies News Desk - Sep 6, 2013


The award-winning indie action-thriller MISSION PARK is hitting select AMC Theatres on September 6th.

Indie Action-Thriller MISSION PARK to Hit Select Theaters 9/6
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 28, 2013


The award-winning indie action-thriller MISSION PARK is hitting select AMC Theatres on September 6th.

Indie Action Thriller MISSION PARK Set for Select AMC Theaters, 9/6
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 31, 2013


Armando Montelongo Productions announce today that award-winning indie action thriller, MISSION PARK, is slated for a national platform release in select AMC Theatres locations on September 6, 2013.

ABC Family Kicks Off 'Summer Crush' Programming Event Today
by TV News Desk - Jul 29, 2013


Today, July 29th, ABC Family launches “Summer Crush,” the network's fifth annual 10-day long summer programming event filled with all-day marathons, movies and all-new episodes of its original series

ABC Family to Kick Off 'Summer Crush' Programming Event, 7/29
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 9, 2013


On Monday, July 29th, ABC Family launches “Summer Crush,” the network's fifth annual 10-day long summer programming event filled with all-day marathons, movies and all-new episodes of its original series

White And Earnshaw To Star In PAYBACK: THE MUSICAL From June
by Carrie Dunn - May 17, 2013


Fresh and funny, Payback The Musical, with a sharp, original script and catchy score, recaptures the excitement of the very best traditional musicals. A new performance for the stage amongst revivals, this 2016 tale of love stretches from Brazil to England. Featuring a blend of jazz, Latin and traditional ballads, it's a wry, contemporary look at today's celebrity and story hungry media culture.

ABC Family Presents 'Spring Crush' Four-Day Event, Beg. Today
by TV News Desk - Apr 18, 2013


ABC Family springs headfirst into love with 'Spring Crush,' a four day celebration of song, dance and a little romance. Starting today, April 18 and running through Sunday, April 21, viewers can catch fan favorite films, plus the world premiere of the ABC Family original movie 'Lovestruck: The Musical,' airing on Sunday, April 21 (8:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) starring Chelsea Kane (ABC Family's 'Baby Daddy'). Plus, the ABC Family premieres of 'Fame' on Thursday, April 18 (8:30-10:30 PM ET/PT) and 'Tangled' on Saturday, April 20 (8:00-10:00 PM ET/PT).

ABC Family to Present 'Spring Crush' Four-Day Event Beg. 4/18
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 25, 2013


ABC Family springs headfirst into love with "Spring Crush," a four day celebration of song, dance and a little romance.

Fame History

Other Productions of Fame

1989   Regional (US) World Premiere
Regional (US)
1995   West End Original London Production
West End
1999   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
2003   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Production
Off-Broadway
2009   2009 Motion Picture
2019   West End West End Production
West End

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