Productions [ edit ] London (2009–2013) [ edit ] The Savoy Theatre where the musical was first performed in London. But when Bobby discovers that shy Laura is no slouch on the piano, love and rock ‘n’ roll fame beckons. This edition features an expanded booklet and photography, including liner notes on the era from the author of the 'Dreamboats' book, Brian Southall.

The adventures that Bobby, Laura, Donna and Luke (the group’s manager), and, of course, Norman and Sue go through together, include a season at Butlins, and an appearance at The Eurovision Song Contest – but most of all, it led them straight back into the arms of each other: bringing on back the good times indeed! who reprises his hits, notably the evergreen Venus in Blue Jeans – in a three-song medley that immediately brings to mind coffee bar romances, snogging in the back row of the ‘pictures’, or the downside of all that, standing on the cold stone of the cinema steps, watching the minutes tick by as you slowly and miserably realise you’ve been stood up. Of course this is all a matter of taste, but having seen 'Buddy' and enjoyed it so much saw it twice more, I have never really enjoyed the studio recorded cast recording as it lacks any atmosphere. ISO (International Organization for Standardization) management systems can be valuable tools for small businesses aiming to reach the goal of Net Zero emissions.

He is also a hugely successful music and recording artist, having produced no less than 36 albums, selling over 16 million copies to date, and spending a staggering 117 weeks in the top ten of the charts. I grew up on the golden era of 50s and 60s music and remember pulling out the rock n roll cassette and playing it on every car journey as a child. The dazzling success of the first three Dreamboats and Petticoats CD’s, with over 2 million copies sold and several weeks at the number one spot in the compilation charts, the Great British public were saying that they didn't just want to listen they wanted to see it as well.

Once Upon a Dream’ is the magical song - and film - that inspired this year’s album, as all the songs have been selected to bring back golden memories from a simpler time. Dreamboats and Petticoats is a jukebox musical based on popular songs from the fifties and early sixties. However, when the whole group gathers together at the end of night, Norman boasts to the others that he went "all the way" with Sue. Here spotty Bobby (X Factor finalist Scott Bruton) moons after busty Sue (Jennifer Biddall who played Jessica in Hollyoaks) who has eyes only for Norman (Ben Freeman who spent 10 years as Scott in Emmerdale). Hang on Sloopy’ was a real energy boost, an acapella version of ‘Blue Moon’ was something special and the rendition of ‘You Don’t Own Me’ was a nice key change to the evening.British showbiz legend Des O'Connor has made his official West End debut in Bill Kenwright musical Dreamboats and Petticoats at the Playhouse Theatre. Mark was hardly out of the charts from August 1960 until the end of 1963, during which time he had nine singles chart hits and spent an extraordinary 80 weeks in the hit parade. What might have been fresh and sweet feels increasingly cynical; more a lightweight social document than a genuine and imaginative attempt to create a theatrical experience.

Classic 60s rock ‘n’ roll tunes are the inspiration behind this crowd-pleasing musical from Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran (Birds Of A Feather). You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice. At the request of his fan and friend Bill Kenwright he will join the cast of Britain’s favourite rock ‘n roll musical “Dreamboats and Petticoats” – this time playing the father of a wannabe pop star!

Dreamboats and Petticoats, the book, is a nostalgic journey back to the age of espresso bars, skiffle and Mecca dance halls. In addition to producing, Kenwright also directs – which he does with the affectionate touch of one who has obviously loved and lived in that halcyon era.

My career as an actor just took up too much of my time” he says “And to be honest, I was never really interested in having my 20 minutes in the spotlight on a revival show singing my hits. There's a national song writing competition and emotions run high as talented young musicians Norman and Bobby compete to win the competition, win the hearts of their fans and win Laura's heart. His most recent titles include the Des O’Connor Tonight specials, the award-winning ITV talk show Today with des and Mel and his interview this year on Piers Morgan’s Life Stories, which was the highest rated of the series. Graham Gouldman has written some of the biggest pop hits, from Bus Stop for The Hollies in the 1960's to I’m Not In Love and Rubber Bullets, which he co-wrote for his band 10cc in the 1970's, to McFly's I’ve Got You. Indeed, the entire cast’s timing was as flawless in comedic and dramatic terms as it was in musical ones.Set in 1961, emotions are running high as teenage musicians Norman and Bobby both compete to win a national song-writing competition and, more importantly, the hearts of their adoring female sweethearts. In the mid 60’s pop star Mark made his debut in the musical “Phil the Fluter”, at London’s Palace Theatre and, in his words, fell in love with performing “book” musicals. Don Black's career includes hits for stars including Michael Jackson and Robbie Williams, an Oscar for his song Born Free, theme songs for 5 Bond films including Diamonds Are Forever, and lyrics for a number of Andrew Lloyd Webber musicals including Sunset Boulevard and Song and Dance. Bringing On Back The Good Times features the original characters from Dreamboats and Petticoats and features the same wit, charm, and songs from the golden era of Rock’n’ Roll. Now that brought back some memories for me – at 13 years old, I won a singing competition whilst on holiday there – singing Johnny B Goode.