‘Paranormal Activity’ is tops at box office Oct 26, 2009
Composer has cancer Composer Andrew Lloyd Webber has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, his spokeswoman said yesterday. The 61-year-old Lloyd Webber s condition is in its early stages, a statement from his publicists said. (Boston Globe)
Slanguage Dictionary Oct 23, 2009
wicket -- box office (usually foreign); "Queues are forming at the wickets for the new Andrew Lloyd Webber musical.". wrap -- to finish production; "The picture will wrap in the next two weeks.". (Variety)
'Nightmare' is back for Halloween Oct 23, 2009
Elfman, who also provides the singing voice for Skellington, has created a score that is Andrew Lloyd Webber on drugs. You won't be humming the tunes, but will have a hard time getting them out of your head. (Fresno Bee)
Imperial Valley Master Chorale to perform on Sunday Oct 22, 2009
The group will also perform numbers from two of Andrew Lloyd Webber s Broadway musicals, Phantom of the Opera and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. His work combines elements of pop and classical that can appeal to a broad audience, Scott said. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
From Hair to eternity … the first lady of song Oct 20, 2009
An institution in London's West End, Paige worked with the director Joan Littlewood's pioneering Theatre Workshop before making her name in roles created for her by Andrew Lloyd Webber, Tim Rice, Bjorn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson. The roles included Eva Peron in Evita, Grizabella in Cats, Florence in Chess in addition to parts which she made her own: Reno Sweeney in Anything Goes, Anna in The King and I, Piaf in Pam Gems's biographical play and Mrs Lovett in Sweeney Todd. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Stars Hail Gay Boy Band Star at Ireland FuneralElton John, Andrew Lloyd Webber among mourners for Stephen Gately of Boyzone. Oct 18, 2009
Elton John, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Thousands Mourn Boyzone Singer Who Died in Spain. By KENNETH HAYNESOct. (ABC News)
Tributes to 'gentle' star Gately Oct 17, 2009
" ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER AND WIFE MADELEINE "Madeleine and I are shocked and deeply upset by Stephen's untimely death. He was enormously talented and I very much enjoyed working with him on Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat and the Boyzone hit No Matter What. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Fans to gather for Gately funeral Oct 17, 2009
Among those due to pay their respects are members of fellow Irish boy band Westlife, composer Andrew Lloyd Webber, former Irish taoiseach Bertie Ahern and David Furnish, the partner of Sir Elton John. Loudspeakers will relay the ceremony to well-wishers outside. (BBC News -- UK)
An 'X' and the reason why Oct 14, 2009
At least, that is one possible explanation for yesterday's surprising press release from the normally blokey Nationals MP George Souris, which demanded that the State Government take immediate action to bring an Andrew Lloyd Webber musical, Love Never Dies, to Sydney. When it comes to attracting big musical theatre premieres NSW always lags behind Victoria,'' thundered Souris, who happens also to be the Opposition spokesman for tourism and major events. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Sunset & Symphony tickets now on sale Oct 11, 2009
With this year s theme, Fanfare for Opera, the Orlando Philharmonic will perform selections from Candide by Leonard Bernstein, The Phantom of the Opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber, Can Can from Orpheus in the Underworld by Jacques Offenbach, Carmen Suite by Georges Bizet, The Barber of Seville by Gioacchino Rossini along with patriotic favorites and more under the direction of guest conductor Joseph Mechavich. Soprano Janette Zilioli will sing selections from La Boheme by Giacomo Puccini, The Merry... (Lake Wales News, FL)
Pussycat Doll Nicole Scherzinger To Join Andrew Lloyd Webber Musical Oct 10, 2009
Singer's rep confirms involvement in 'Love Never Dies. Opera," and MTV News has confirmed the report that Schzeringer is working with Lloyd Webber on his new play, "Love Never Dies. (VHI.com -- Music News)
"Phantom of the Opera" sequel launched in London Oct 10, 2009
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Lloyd Webber sets 'Phantom' return in Coney Island Oct 9, 2009
Star composer Andrew Lloyd Webber announced Thursday a long-awaited sequel to his massively successful "The Phantom of the Opera," one of the world's best-loved and longest-running musicals. "There's unfinished business," Lloyd Webber told journalists assembled for a teaser - a new song featuring the titular Phantom, played by Iranian-born Canadian Ramin Karimloo, and his love interest, Christine, played by American actress Sierra Boggess. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
'Phantom' back in 2010 Oct 9, 2009
Advertisement Star composer Andrew Lloyd Webber on Thursday announced a long-awaited sequel to his massively successful "Phantom of the Opera," one of the world's best loved and longest running musicals. The new production will be called "Love Never Dies." It is due to open in London in March of next year. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Andrew Lloyd Webber's Phantom returns -- to Coney Island Oct 9, 2009
Andrew Lloyd Webber, left, with stars Sierra Boggess, center, who will play Christine Daae, and Ramin Karimloo, who will portray the Phantom in Love Never Dies. LONDON (AP) The Phantom of the Opera is coming back but this time, he'll be haunting the amusement park at New York's. (USA Today -- Life)
Phantom returning in Lloyd Webber sequel Oct 9, 2009
Matt Dunham / APBritish composer Andrew Lloyd Webber, left, stands with Ramin Karimloo, right, who plays the Phantom, and Sierra Boggess, who plays Christine Daae, as they promote his new production "Love Never Dies" at a theater in London on Thursday ... Now the man behind the phantom phenomenon, Andrew Lloyd Webber, is going to show audiences what happened next ... Star composer Andrew Lloyd Webber announced Thursday a long-awaited sequel to his massively successful "The Phantom of the Opera,"... (MSNBC -- Lifestyle)
Phantom of the Opera fans happy with sequel Oct 9, 2009
Ramin Karimloo, right, who plays the Phantom, and Sierra Boggess, who plays Christine Daae, promote the new Andrew Lloyd Webber production Love Never Dies ... Acclaimed British composer Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber has followed up the phenomenal success of his original Phantom with Love Never Dies, which has its worldwide premiere in London in March ... Ramin Karimloo, right, who plays the Phantom, and Sierra Boggess, who plays Christine Daae, promote the new Andrew Lloyd Webber production Love... (The Age, Australia -- Entertainment)
Cash flows to 'Phantom' 2 Oct 9, 2009
Andrew Lloyd Webber launched "Love Never Dies," his sequel to "The Phantom of the Opera," at a press conference yesterday in London. While the British composer pointedly refused to discuss the budget, I'm hearing the figure could reach $20 million. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Cocoa Village Playhouse opens 20th season with 'Evita' Sep 25, 2009
The soaring musical is written by Andrew Lloyd Webber with lyrics by Tim Rice. It tells, through high concept, the story of a young girl from the streets of Buenos Aires who ascends social and political power as wife of Argentine dictator Juan Peron. (Florida Today)
How Bill Clinton Gave Us George W. Bush Sep 25, 2009
Indeed, like Andrew Lloyd Webber, that great cultural icon of the 1980s and 1990s, O Neill helps us smile at the old days. He lets the memory live again. (The American Conservative)
Curtain Time: Patricia Welch to headline Sept. 11 Palm Desert concert (1) Sep 13, 2009
March 28: Andrew Lloyd Webber at the Pops, featuring Broadway star Kim Huber and Stan Chandler. Tickets, information: (760) 341-2883, ext. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Musical Theatre in Toronto Fall Win... Sep 8, 2009
It's written by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Ben Elton, and runs from September 22 to November 1 at the Royal Alexandra Theatre. The Mirvish season continues with a string of shows that are certain to be popular, beginning with a return of the rough-and-ready dance spectacle Stomp from October 20 to 25 at the opulent Canon Theatre on Yonge Street. (Suite101.com)
Its showtime! Sep 5, 2009
In this staging for the Venetian, Andrew Lloyd Webber himself shortened the original opera-house-spook classic to 95 minutes and added a one-ton chandelier that hurtles to within 10 feet of the audience. msnbc. (MSNBC -- Travel)
* EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT Sep 4, 2009
Classical music Super Time Space Symphony (WT) features the Kaohsiung County Symphony Orchestra (T), which will perform a program that includes easy-listening favorites such as Tchaikovskys 1812 Overture, Mozarts Overture from The Marriage of Figaro, the Star Wars Suite arranged by John Williams and music by Andrew Lloyd Webber. Tomorrow at 7:30pm. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Who Will Be First With Boyle CD? Sep 4, 2009
Boyle has made no secret of her admiration for Paige, known for her association with Andrew Lloyd Webber and her role in his production of Sunset Boulevard. " She has said 00004000 that Paiges music kept her going through many difficult times her in her life. "I have all her albums and love the way she uses every lyric to translate the story," Boyle said. Debuting the album on the radio show would be a way for Boyle to thank Paige for coming to see her live on a U.S. TV show, where the two... (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Supermodelgetaways Aug 14, 2009
Moss isnt the only celebrity in town: Aging A-listers Andrew Lloyd Webber, Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones all own homes here. More from ForbesTraveler. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Supermodel getaways Aug 13, 2009
Moss isn't the only celebrity in town: Aging A-listers Andrew Lloyd Webber, Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones all own homes here. The once-quiet fishing town of Montauk, New York, is another destination rapidly becoming a favorite among fashionistas, with the new Surf Lodge leading the movement. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Local briefs (5) Aug 9, 2009
The Collins Players announce its Oct. 15-19 production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber s Evita. Auditions for the production will be from 6-8 p.m. Saturday, from 2-4 p.m. Sunday and from 2-4 p.m. Aug. 16 at the Collins Theatre. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Young actors tackle 'Evita' Aug 7, 2009
Now CMT is set to open "Evita" -- the classic musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice -- at the Veterans Memorial Auditorium, 2425 Fresno St. The production traces the life of Argentina's Eva Peron and her rise from poverty to a position of unparalleled adulation in the country. The musical, directed by Terry Lewis, opens today and continues through Aug. 15. (Fresno Bee)
Get in on the act: Directors, actors offer advice on auditioning Aug 5, 2009
"I work on an audition piece similar to that style. So I would probably pick another Andrew Lloyd Webber song so (the director) can hear what I sound like.". However, he will avoid watching the movie "Evita" with Madonna and Antonio Banderas, because he worries that another person's performance might affect what he does. (Florida Today)
Community calendar Jul 25, 2009
A CELEBRATION OF APAC AND ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER, a benefit for Aloha Performing Arts, 6 p.m. Aug. 1, Aloha Theatre, Kainaliu, Big Island; elegant evening featuring live and silent auctions, backstage tours, gourmet buffet and open bar and show; tickets $75. Reservations: 808-322-1648 or. (Honolulu Advertiser)
IVC reinstates music courses, funding for ensembles Jul 24, 2009
FILE PHOTO COURTESY OF MIKE NICHOLAS Imperial Valley Master Chorale director Denny Lang directs a rehearsal in late April at Imperial Valley College in preparation for the ensemble s May 3 concert featuring the Faure Requiem and the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber. FILE PHOTO COURTESY OF MIKE NICHOLAS Imperial Valley Master Chorale director Denny Lang directs a rehearsal in late April at Imperial Valley College in preparation for the ensemble s May 3 concert featuring the Faure Requiem and the... (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
* Londons musicals: intimate or outsize? Jul 13, 2009
(The composer Andrew Lloyd Webber these days has been most visible here as a judge on a television reality-show competition for the lead in a West End musical. Mackintosh, though, has hardly given up and is handsomely represented in the West End this season by a revival of the 1960 musical Oliver. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Camped-up 'Joseph' to debut Jul 12, 2009
Though Arner is making his Oyster Mill Playhouse debut as director of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat the musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice based on the biblical story of Joseph and his brothers his reputation precedes him. Im putting a lot of shtick in the show, Arner admits. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Wandering gypsy has world as her stage Jul 3, 2009
Although the songs of Claude-Michel Schonberg and Alain Boublil, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Richard Rodgers, Cole Porter and Lionel Bart are well-represented in Lupone's repertoire, it is the music of Stephen Sondheim to which she most frequently returns. She relished the invigorating and direct approach of the director John Doyle to Sweeney Todd, which he revived on Broadway in 2006. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Ayla Brown kicks off librarys concert series in Sherborn Jul 3, 2009
Brown, who most recently appeared in Reagle Players production of the Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at the Robinson Theatre in Waltham in June, is also set to appear with James Montgomery July 26 at Mohegan Sun. The Summer Concert series is also featuring great local bands such as the jazz quartet Esperanto from Berklee College of Music on July 8, funk-driven horn group The Infractions on July 15, and classic rock band Coffee House Band on... (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
‘Musical of Musicals’ has plenty of songs and laughs Jun 27, 2009
a recent off-Broadway hit enjoying its regional premiere at the Cape Playhouse, composer Eric Rockwell and writer Joanne Bogart render hilarious homage to five pillars of the genre: Rodgers and Hammerstein, Stephen Sondheim, Jerry Herman, Andrew Lloyd Webber (he alone is subjected to real ragging), and Kander and Ebb ... Cue the fog machine, and it can only be Andrew Lloyd Webber, proffering tunes that I made up myself in 1897 ( It may sound a teeny / bit just like Puccini ). (Boston Globe)
Comedy tonight! Jun 22, 2009
by Joanne Bogart and Eric Rockwell uses this plotline to satirize musical theater in the styles of Rodgers and Hammerstein, Stephen Sondheim, Jerry Herman, Andrew Lloyd Webber, and Kander and Ebb. Bogart and Matt Castle star. (Boston Globe)
• Events Calendar Jun 19, 2009
Program highlights include "I Want to Hold Your Hand," "Swahili Folk Hymn," "Trombones Triumphant," "The Magic of Andrew Lloyd Webber," "Fiddler on the Roof" and "King Cotton." Free admission. Planetarium/Twin Falls. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Where celebrities go to get away Jun 5, 2009
Hugh Grant, British billionaire Philip Green, David Frost and Andrew Lloyd Webber have soaked up its sun in recent years. Also on this story. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Ovation for Whoopi's Sister Act Jun 4, 2009
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Gok Wan, Cilla Black and Christopher Biggins were among the guests at the event. Bruce Forsyth, who was also in the audience, said the show was "absolutely tremendous". (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Scoop: Kate and 8 travel without Jon Jun 1, 2009
Plus: Andrew Lloyd Webber has falling out with Susan Boyle ... Susan Boyles first breakupThis past weekend, Susan Boyle didnt just perform in the finale of Britains Got Talent, she also suffered her first breakup with famed British musical-theater composer Andrew Lloyd Webber ... Its safe to say that no one should expect the original hits of Andrew Lloyd Webber from her any time soon. (MSNBC -- News)
Diversity dances rings round Boyle but her dream lives on Jun 1, 2009
Elaine Paige, Boyle's hero, has hinted at possibly singing a duet with her, while Andrew Lloyd Webber has also discussed a collaboration. There is even speculation she could land a role in a major West End show. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Acclaimed Actress Glenn Close Addresses SCAD Graduates May 31, 2009
A Tony, Emmy, Screen Actors Guild and Golden Globe award winner, she began her career on stage with the New Phoenix Repertory Company in 1974, and, by 1980, received her first Tony nomination for her appearance in the Broadway musical, "Barnum." Subsequently, she received three Tony Awards for her performances in "The Real Thing," "Death and the Maiden" and for the musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber, "Sunset Boulevard." Close also won a Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Award, and a Drama-Logue Award... (PR Newswire)
Review: 'Monty Python's Spamalot' May 30, 2009
More than just exploit a film comedy icon, the musical format allows Idle to broaden its satirical scope to take on everything from Andrew Lloyd Webber schmaltz and Broadway shtetl nostalgia to medieval opposition to marriage equality. It also offers the delights of Dandridge's virtuosic jazz riffs and gives us reason, as Jeff Dumas' faithful coconut-clopping Patsy warbles, to "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Susan Boyle's dowdy image fuels fantasy May 28, 2009
Her dream, Boyle said, was to be as popular as the Andrew Lloyd Webber singer, Elaine Paige. Overnight, Paige was eclipsed. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Singer Boyle nears talent show final May 28, 2009
She is reportedly set to sign a record deal, cut an album of show tunes and could even land a role in an Andrew Lloyd Webber musical in London's West End. 2009. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Weekend in Charlotte May 26, 2009
Enjoy a night at the Belk Theater, 130 N. Tryon St. Andrew Lloyd Webber s The Phantom of the Opera is performed June 10-July 5 ($35-$70) and the joyous musical The Color Purple on Aug. 25-30 ($35-$125). For other cultural events, blumenthalcenter. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Best bets for the weekend May 22, 2009
Hear works by Rodgers rstein, Lerner , Stephen Sondheim and Andrew Lloyd Webber, among others. 8 p.m. May 22. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Best song? More like most mediocre May 21, 2009
First, lets talk Learn to be Lonely, composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Charles Hart specifically for the film version of Phantom. This new song arrives during the end credits, when every one is pushing to get out of the theater. (MSNBC -- Academy Awards)
Online with the Eurovision fans May 20, 2009
UK entry Jade Ewen's song was written by Andrew Lloyd Webber. On Saturday, 16,000 people will be watching the 54th Eurovision Song Contest in Moscow's Olimpisky Stadium. (BBC News -- Technology)
Be authoritative,says 'Opera Girl' May 19, 2009
Patchett spoke of her "long, complicated relationship with Andrew Lloyd Webber because he wanted to make a Broadway musical out of it. You want to talk about a decision that will keep you up at night - 1 million. We broke up several times, but the last time I was like 'tell the lawyers I want a restraining order.' (Disney's) Michael Eisner and I also had this thing together for a while. I liked him a lot, but we broke up. I don't like American musical theater. I don't want to see this as an... (Dowagiac News, MI)
Eurovision contest becomes stage for gay protests May 18, 2009
But a campaign of musical diplomacy by composer Andrew Lloyd Webber, who composed the country's offering, may have boosted British chances and has won the country unlikely support from Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin. Bookmakers also were giving highly favorable odds to Greece, which was pinning its hopes on an elaborately choreographed stage performance involving a giant flashing treadmill. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Eurovision 'hero' returns: Fifth place Ewen back in the UK May 18, 2009
Andrew Lloyd Webber thinks Jade is returning to a bright future ... Ewen, whose song was written by Andrew Lloyd Webber, said: "I felt like I couldn't have done any more.". (BBC News -- UK)
* Norwegian wunderkind triumphs at Eurovision May 18, 2009
Britain had been billed as a favorite for the contest, but its entry, singer Jade, could only manage fifth place, despite composer Andrew Lloyd Webber writing her song. Bookmakers had also favored Greece, which was pinning its hopes on a choreographed stage performance involving a giant flashing treadmill. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
B'way ticket availability through Sunday, May 24 May 18, 2009
The Andrew Lloyd Webber musical about a deformed composer who haunts the Paris Opera House is the prime, Grade A example of big Brit musical excess. But all the lavishness does have a purpose in Harold Prince's intelligent production, now the longest-running show in Broadway history. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Spam, Spam, Spam May 18, 2009
One number, a cunningly curdled "The Song That Goes Like This," puts the lyrical battering ram to Andrew Lloyd Webber. Broadway-attuned audiences will pick up hints of "West Side Story," "Fiddler on the Roof," Irving Berlin, Stephen Sondheim and, fittingly enough, "The Producers," as musicalized by Brooks, Thomas Meehan and Glen Kelly. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Eurovision Song Contest 2009 May 17, 2009
The United Kingdom, who entered a song performed by singer Jade Ewen and written by Andrew Lloyd Webber, ranked fifth. Webber also joined Jade on stage on piano. (Suite101.com)
Eurovision contest sparks gay protests May 17, 2009
But a campaign of musical diplomacy by composer Andrew Lloyd Webber, who composed the country's offering, may have boosted British chances and has won the country unlikely support from Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin. Click for related content. (MSNBC -- Music)
Norway voted Eurovision winners May 17, 2009
The UK's Jade Ewen, singing an Andrew Lloyd Webber song, ended in fifth position - a marked improvement on last year's finish at the foot of the table ... Jade Ewan was chosen to represent the UK through a TV talent contest, with the winning song written by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyricist Diane Warren. (BBC News -- UK)
Russia warns against gay protest... May 16, 2009
Britain's entry "It's My Time" has been penned by musical maestro Andrew Lloyd Webber, while France's "Et S'il Fallait Le Faire" will be performed by pop diva Patricia Kaas. Copyright AFP 2008, AFP stories and photos shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium. (The Drudge Report)
Friday's TV: Eurovision semi-finals May 16, 2009
The UK brings out the big guns, with Jade Ewen singing a song written for her by the syrupy master, Andrew Lloyd Webber. Join 100 million people around the globe to watch this cheesefest of kitsch and bad music, which does more than anything else possibly could to undermine the popular image of Europeans as stylish sophisticates. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Eurovision marches to a distant drum May 16, 2009
The British song was written by Andrew Lloyd Webber. Without the sardonic cult figure Wogan, SBS is sending its own commentators, Julia Zemiro and Sam Pang. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Susan Boyle set for stage debut? May 16, 2009
Andrew Lloyd Webber eyes future for Susan Boyle - CNN.com ... Andrew Lloyd Webber eyes future for Susan Boyle ... Andrew Lloyd Webber recently bumped into Simon Cowell. (CNN -- International)
Norton takes mic May 15, 2009
" The new presence in the commentator's role remains optimistic about the introduction of expert juries alongside televoting. Please turn on JavaScript. Media requires JavaScript to play. Norton and Lloyd Webber discuss some of this year's Eurovision songs "Hopefully this year with the new voting there'll be more surprises, and the UK will get more votes because people take us more seriously," Norton predicts. But he is more cautious about the prospects of Jade Ewen and her Andrew Lloyd Webber... (BBC News -- Entertainment)
