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Press Reviews for Anthony Callea - Grease 2013

Herald Sun
the cameos from various stars including Bert Newton, Val Lehman, Todd McKenney and Anthony Callea are fabulous fun.

http://www.heraldsun...0-1226703773747

Courier Mail
The stunt casting of Bert Newton, Val Lehman, Todd McKenney and Anthony Callea is the best kind in Grease, each of them get their moment in the sun but don't steal the limelight for too long. Although Callea's Johnny Casino very nearly does steals the show.

http://www.courierma...2-1226703662615

Arts Hub
The trend of moonlighting celebrities in Australian musicals continues, with Bert Newton playing Vince Fontaine like the true entertainer he is and Anthony Callea’s ‘Born to Hand Jive’ as Johnny Casino a high energy addition.

http://au.artshub.co...s/grease-196430

Stage Whispers
Casting the cameo roles with personalities has become a Grease tradition. Pint-sized Anthony Callea (Johnny Casino) sang the heart out of “Born to Hand Jive,”

http://www.stagewhis...eviews/grease-2


StartsAtSixty.com.au
the energy of Bert Newton, Todd McKenny and Anthony Callea, made the second half much more fun

http://www.startsats...ted-grease-2013

Sydney Morning Herald
The second act gives up most of the pretence of a story or character development (or schoolwork) in favour of big dance numbers. Anthony Callea puts a modern pop spin on Born to Hand Jive, his only number as Johnny Casino, and a bedazzled Todd McKenney literally sparkles as Teen Angel.

http://www.smh.com.a...l#ixzz2d1P2sYKX

Theatrepeople.com.au

Aussies love celebrity and they populate this show in great numbers. Anthony Callea sets the stage on fire and delivers an outstanding performance.

http://www.theatrepe...grease-Brisbane

The Australian
Sporting a distinctively modern haircut, Anthony Callea is in the pocket for Born to Hand Jive, which features fun rockabilly lifts and the high-kicking Cha Cha (Andrea Arena).

http://www.theaustra...6-1226704511118

XSEntertainment.com
Bert Newton as Vince Fontaine, Val Lehman as Miss Lynch, Anthony Callea as Johnny Casino and Todd McKenney as Teen Angel have all been cast for star power and they all shine as brightly as you’d expect.

http://xsentertainme.wordpress.com/

Aussie Theatre
Included in the star-studded line-up was Australian Idol runner-up Anthony Callea as Johnny Casino, performing the song ‘Hand Jive’ at the Rydell High dance off. Callea is a natural entertainer and a delight to watch.

http://aussietheatre...ase-is-the-word

Review of 'Thirty'

The review of Anthony Callea's latest top 20 album 'Thirty' published in the 5/5/13 edition of The Herald Sun...

Whit Bits...

Snippets and comments on Anthony's tour with Whitney...

MEDIA MENTIONS

READERS COMMENTS -

comments found on various online Newpaper sites -

Please note that although I refused to post the harshest comments, and have edited the worst from the ones below the majority that follow are not complimentary to Ms Houston. Read no further if this will upset or offend.

...the support Anthony Callea delivered the goods. The Prayer was amazing.
Posted by: Kat

.. support act ' Anthony Callea was absolutely brilliant .. happy i got something for my ticket !
Posted by: Melliemm of BRISBANE

Thank heavens for Anthony Callea and the Prayer.

Posted by: Warren of Beenleigh

...her support act Anthony Callea showed her up by singing brilliantly in comparison.

It just wasn't good enough - not even close.

Posted by: Carly 10:34am

Anthony Callea was great - joked with audience and nailed EVERY song.
Posted by: Disappointed Fan

Anthony Callea 10 / Whitney Houston Nil

Posted by: Anthony Frangi of Brisbane

We made the trip down from Rockhampton with much excitement expecting to hear the best and we did but it was from The Support Act. Thankyou Anthony Callea for making the night for us."

http://www.news.com.au/couriermail/comments/0,23836,26761741-5012980,00.html

Clearly Whitney is past her prime but I still enjoyed her concert. Beautiful weather and a relaxing atmosphere helped to make it an enjoyable night. Anthony Callea was very good in support, great voice.
Posted by Carla, 28/02/2010 5:01:35 PM

..... PS: Anthony Callea was fantastic!
Posted by Penelope, 28/02/2010 8:04:35 PM

....Still had a great night though with the girls. Anyway, food was great, venue is magic, weather was magic, Mark Vincent and Anthony Callea played previous to Whitney, they were awsome.

Posted by Kim, 1/03/2010 10:24:50 AM

... Anthony Callea was amazing though, the highlight of the evening for sure.
Posted by Sarah, 1/03/2010 2:03:37 PM

http://www.theherald.com.au/news/local/news/general/strains-of-whitney-houston-in-the-valley/1763109.aspx?page=1

Donna Perry Posted at 9:30 AM Today
I thought the Whitney Show was great "you go girl" , Anthony Callea was fantastic, thank you an enjoyable night, Whitney still has the energy and the WOW factor that we all remember, her voice has changed a little but then haven't we all. And I would also like to applaude the audience for showing her the respect she deserves as one of the greatest Divas

Disappointed of Melbourne Posted at 9:50 AM Today
....On the other hand, Anthony Callea was amazing and I will pay to see him again!

Chrystal Campbell Posted at 10:56 AM Today
Couldn't agree more with this ewview...well, with the last line that is. Callea was superb, FANTASTIC voice and a confident and engagig performer Pehaps if Whitney hadn't been so truly amazing in her heyday I might not have expected so much of her, but it's heartbreaking for a fan of her voice to hear what her life choices has left her with vocally.

Diamonds Posted at 11:12 AM Today
...Whitney I have been a fan for many years & I willed & hoped you could do it. I wish you well. I appreciate & respect artist such as Anthony Callea who really stole the show even more.

Regina Gilbert of Ballarat Posted at 11:55 AM Today
...All I can say was Anthony Callea was very good.

Gary of Taylors Lakes Posted at 12:31 PM Today
...she was clearlly out shined by anthony callea...

Paul Williams of St Kilda Posted at 12:39 PM Today
I had such a amazing time. One of the most entertaining shows I have even seen. Such support from the crowd electrified the atmosphere. Whitney is a true superstar. Not perfect, but who is. Spent $195 on a ticket got to see Anthony Callea for about 45 mins on top of Whitney performance. Great value I think. Whitney - " I will always love you" X

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/entertainment/music/melbourne-fans-slam-whitney-houston-show-at-rod-laver-arena/comments-e6frf9hf-1225835826229

Richard
23 Feb 2010 8:35 AM
... High praises for her supporting band, singers and dancers...great job. Anthony Callea's performance was strong, entertaining and enjoyable.

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Review - 'Anthony Callea, with Tim Campbell'

Anthony Callea And Tim Campbell Perform At Crown Casino

Review by Tim Hunter

DNA Magazine

Date: 7-Dec-2008

2008 has been a big year for pocket rocket Anthony Callea. Not only has he starred in Wicked, but his relationship with hottie Tim Campbell was made official in February. And now he’s done a One Night Only show at the Palms at Crown in Melbourne – with Campbell.

Seeing the two on stage together is a wet dream for many a guy – and girl too, if the audience was anything to go by. It was the girls who were down in the front row. It seems coming out has not damaged their careers – or their fanbases one bit.

And neither should it, because these guys are great and professional performers. Campbell started with an energetic set of camp covers like My Sharona, Footloose (with bootscooting backing dancers), and Shake Your Groove Thing. He was fun, relaxed, and the kind of guy you just want to take home to meet Mum!

Callea’s stage presence was just as impressive; confident and assured as he pumped out the crowd-pleasing hits such as Rain, Hurts So Bad, and a few surprises, such as You’ll Never Walk Alone, and his Wicked song As Long As Your Mine. But it was The Prayer that had everyone wrapt and silent waving a sea of mobile phone and digital cameras.

But the big gay moment was Callea and Campbel’s duet, Get Here. Seeing two men in love, on stage, expressing that in song in front of a mostly straight audience, brought a lump to the throat, a tear to the eye, and a swell of pride to the chest.

http://www.dnamagazine.com.au/articles/news.asp?news_id=7481&c=8456

Anthony to end his run in Wicked

Anthony Callea is set to return to his 'day job' with the singer deciding not to renew his inital 6 month contract with the hit stage musical 'Wicked' in order to concentrate on his recording career.

He is meeting with producers in the US this month to discuss the new album, with the whole process being filmed.

His portrayal of the character Boq has received high praise from both audiences and critics alike:

"Callea is a fun and engaging Boq, and his scenes with Penny McNamee (Nessarose) are wonderfully entertaining - a duo well and truly connected."
- AussieTheatre

"Anthony Callea's munchkin outsider is brimful of pathos and energy."
- The Australian

"Anthony Callea is strong as munchkin Boq."
- Sunday Herald

"Anthony Callea makes a commendable transition to musical theatre."
- Herald Sun

"Anthony Callea and Rob Mills, who copped a lot of attention for their casting as Boq and Fiyero, were truly grand."
- Troy Dodds - Aussie Theatre

"No-one in the cast can be faulted. Australian Idol alumni Rob Mills and Anthony Callea work a treat."
- Geelong Advertiser

"Anthony Callea is winning as the munchkin Boq."
- The Sunday Telegraph

"Anthony Callea is gentle and winsome as the Munchkin Boq, who finally takes a stand after being walked over by his fellow students."
- Australian Stage Online

"Perhaps the biggest surprise comes from two former Australian Idolers Rob Mills, as male lead Fiyero, and Anthony Callea as a perfectly cast munchkin. Both hold their own with strong vocals - Callea particularly has a voice that seems perfect for musical theatre."
- New Zealand Herald

"Rob Mills as the lover boy Fiyero and Scarecrow puts on a well measured performance as does Anthony Callea as Boq and the Tin Man."
- New Zealand Business Review

"Anthony Callea is too cute for words as Boq the munchkin."
- B News

"The Australian cast is superlative - Apart from the stellar performances of Harrison and Durack, there is a very strong supporting cast of uniform excellence - Anthony Callea exploits both voice and stature as the passionate Munchkin Boq."
- Blaze

"his performance is extremely well projected and note perfect."
- Gen Q

"Some of the best moments come from former Australian Idol contestant Anthony Callea.
-stuff.co.nz"

"As the munchkin Boq in Wicked, Callea is impressive."
- Andrew Murpett - The Age