Showing posts with label Wicked. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Wicked. Show all posts
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Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Sunday, November 16, 2008
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
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
Saturday, November 8, 2008
Anthony Confirmed For Carols By Candlelight
Anthony rings in Christmas Eve
Vision Australia have confirmed the performers for the 2008 Carols By Candlelight, and Anthony is back for his fifth appearance at Carols.
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He will be joined by other multi timers David Campbell, Hi-5, Marina Prior, Ian Stenlake and Dennis Walter.
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Also appearing will be the entire cast of the mega smash hit musical Wicked , including Callea and new Wizard Bert Newton.
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Making their Carol debut will be Georgie Parker and Tim Campbell, while Today hosts Karl Stefanovic and Lisa Wilkinson will host the night.
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Anthony Attends Melbourne Cup
A WINNER IN THE FASHION STAKES
Tuesday and a day off from the smash hit musical Wicked, saw Anthony attending this years Melbourne cup, enjoying, with fellow cast member Rob Mills, the antics of US Rapper Snoopdog in the Lavazza marquee.
Tuesday and a day off from the smash hit musical Wicked, saw Anthony attending this years Melbourne cup, enjoying, with fellow cast member Rob Mills, the antics of US Rapper Snoopdog in the Lavazza marquee.
Monday, October 20, 2008
A Wicked Break
Off To The Big Apple...
WHILE many artists returned for the annual music gongs, Anthony Callea is taking off.
Callea will have a short spell from hit musical Wicked to head to New York next month to begin work on an album.
He'll spend a few weeks working in the Big Apple, while boyfriend Tim Campbell hits the famed boutiques for threads.
"Tim said he'll be doing the shopping while I'll be working, but that's OK because he's got good taste,'' Callea said.
WHILE many artists returned for the annual music gongs, Anthony Callea is taking off.
Callea will have a short spell from hit musical Wicked to head to New York next month to begin work on an album.
He'll spend a few weeks working in the Big Apple, while boyfriend Tim Campbell hits the famed boutiques for threads.
"Tim said he'll be doing the shopping while I'll be working, but that's OK because he's got good taste,'' Callea said.
Monday, October 13, 2008
Photos from the Rob Guest Memorial
"...Callea shared a dressing room with Guest.
He sings, almost hauntingly, the song Now That You've Gone. 'I know you had a good life. It doesn't make it any easier,' he sings -- and tears well because for many there it is so true...."
He sings, almost hauntingly, the song Now That You've Gone. 'I know you had a good life. It doesn't make it any easier,' he sings -- and tears well because for many there it is so true...."
Anthony Sings At Rob Guest Memorial
Hundreds pay tribute
Monday, October 13, 4:09pm AEDST.
Family, friends, colleagues and fans have gathered at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne this afternoon to say a final goodbye to musical theatre veteran Rob Guest at a public memorial.
Leading lady Marina Prior spoke of Guest as a "gentleman" who was a "constant friend". Christina Tan spoke of her time touring with Guest, while Wicked star Amanda Harrison broke down as she paid tribute to "her Wizard".
Anthony Callea performed, while a letter was read out from Andrew Lloyd Webber.
A special video tribute was played, which earned a mixture of laughs - particularly when it came to footage of Guest in his pop star days - and tears, as the theatre industry and general public alike remembered a wonderful entertainer.Guest died after suffering a massive stroke at his Melbourne home earlier this month. He was just 58.
- Troy Dodds
http://www.aussietheatre.com/news.htm#memorial
Saturday, September 20, 2008
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
CALLEA'S ON A ROLE
Catherine Lambert
June 15, 2008 12:00am
HE has stepped on stage to be watched intently by millions of people, but Anthony Callea admits he is terrified about making his theatre debut.Callea may have nerves of steel, but he has not acted and knows a starring role in the hit musical Wicked will be a test.
When he stepped on to the Wicked set for the first time this week, he was struck by the exciting reality of what he was about to do and nerves turned to excitement.
Working in a cast of this size with a massive crew is amazing because were all here for a common goal to put on a great show, Callea said.
It's a great, exciting feeling, but its also scary because its a new venture for me. Ive never acted or danced before and I can often have two left feet ... I'm jumping right out of my comfort zone.
Callea, 25, plays endearing munchkin Boq in the blockbuster show. Its not a lead role, but Boq is a crucial thread in the world of Oz
He is the misguided boy besotted with good witch Glinda, but she is impervious to his devotion. He does anything she asks of him, but her repeated rejection takes its toll and he eventually loses his heart altogether.
The challenging and exciting part is that this time when I walk out on stage, I cant be Anthony Callea I have to be Boq and keep remembering what is going through his head and seeing things from his perspective, he said.
Even though its a fairytale, Boq goes through an emotional roller-coaster that anyone who has ever loved someone who remains oblivious to them can relate to.
Hes a very sad character, but hes also a lot of fun. Its mainly an acting role, so Ill be exploring that side of myself a bit more.
Wicked, which tells the story behind the Wizard of Oz, is a big, expensive show, with producer John Frost saying this week sales are approaching $10 million for the Regent production
For a show that is brand new, the advance sales are fantastic, Frost said.
People want to see new shows and this is a big, spectacular production. Its certainly bigger than Sunset Boulevard and The Lion King, which were the last big shows in this theatre.
I think also Melbourne loves a premiere and an ownership of a show, which is why Im planning to leave it here for as long as possible.
Wicked International general manager Nancy Gibbs said the Melbourne response to the show had been much stronger than the London opening.
The audience is the best advertiser for this show because its such a thrilling, unusual theatre experience, Gibbs said.
One of the greatest attractions for Callea was the shows music.
I love musicals, but often with a soundtrack there are at least a few songs that dont work, he said. But I love every single one of these songs.
There are so many emotions in these songs, from the gut-wrenching Defying Gravity to the beautiful For Good and the fun of Popular.
Recording a new album for release by Christmas will enliven his passion for singing, which first struck Australian audiences four years ago on Australian Idol.
He performed to more than three million people in the shows grand final and he was thrown into the media spotlight.
It wasnt always a comfortable place to be, but he has managed to keep it in perspective, recover from the knocks and continue to grow in confidence.
You just have to have a really thick skin and not let things get to you, he said.
If Im ever feeling a bit sensitive, I bring it back to what I do and remember why Im here. Im a singer and a performer ... I tell myself to just get out there and do my thing without getting caught up in an artificial world.
As much as I love what I do, its still a job. Out in the world and on stage Im Anthony Callea or a character, but when I get home and close the door I like lying on the couch, watching TV and not thinking about anything, just like anybody.
He and partner Tim Campbell, who played Johnny OKeefe in the recent production of Shout, take time to eat out most nights Callea admits he cant even cook a piece of toast and they support each other professionally.
Campbell has been offering Callea some acting advice and will be in the opening-night audience with Calleas parents.
The best advice Tims given me is to bring myself into the character as much as possible to make it real, he said.
Its been really invaluable advice.
Callea credits his relationship with the Wheel of Fortune host with giving him the confidence to branch out creatively and work in a variety of mediums from television to the recording studio and now the theatre.
Hes so supportive of what I do and I really support what he does, so we dont have to try to make it work it just clicks, he said
If you have to think about a relationship, it doesnt work.
But even though they work in similar industries, they have different personalities.
Even though were two completely different people, we seem similar, he said. Hes more calm than me and Im a bit more fiery. Im the one who sometimes doesnt think before he opens his mouth.
June 15, 2008 12:00am
HE has stepped on stage to be watched intently by millions of people, but Anthony Callea admits he is terrified about making his theatre debut.Callea may have nerves of steel, but he has not acted and knows a starring role in the hit musical Wicked will be a test.
When he stepped on to the Wicked set for the first time this week, he was struck by the exciting reality of what he was about to do and nerves turned to excitement.
Working in a cast of this size with a massive crew is amazing because were all here for a common goal to put on a great show, Callea said.
It's a great, exciting feeling, but its also scary because its a new venture for me. Ive never acted or danced before and I can often have two left feet ... I'm jumping right out of my comfort zone.
Callea, 25, plays endearing munchkin Boq in the blockbuster show. Its not a lead role, but Boq is a crucial thread in the world of Oz
He is the misguided boy besotted with good witch Glinda, but she is impervious to his devotion. He does anything she asks of him, but her repeated rejection takes its toll and he eventually loses his heart altogether.
The challenging and exciting part is that this time when I walk out on stage, I cant be Anthony Callea I have to be Boq and keep remembering what is going through his head and seeing things from his perspective, he said.
Even though its a fairytale, Boq goes through an emotional roller-coaster that anyone who has ever loved someone who remains oblivious to them can relate to.
Hes a very sad character, but hes also a lot of fun. Its mainly an acting role, so Ill be exploring that side of myself a bit more.
Wicked, which tells the story behind the Wizard of Oz, is a big, expensive show, with producer John Frost saying this week sales are approaching $10 million for the Regent production
For a show that is brand new, the advance sales are fantastic, Frost said.
People want to see new shows and this is a big, spectacular production. Its certainly bigger than Sunset Boulevard and The Lion King, which were the last big shows in this theatre.
I think also Melbourne loves a premiere and an ownership of a show, which is why Im planning to leave it here for as long as possible.
Wicked International general manager Nancy Gibbs said the Melbourne response to the show had been much stronger than the London opening.
The audience is the best advertiser for this show because its such a thrilling, unusual theatre experience, Gibbs said.
One of the greatest attractions for Callea was the shows music.
I love musicals, but often with a soundtrack there are at least a few songs that dont work, he said. But I love every single one of these songs.
There are so many emotions in these songs, from the gut-wrenching Defying Gravity to the beautiful For Good and the fun of Popular.
Recording a new album for release by Christmas will enliven his passion for singing, which first struck Australian audiences four years ago on Australian Idol.
He performed to more than three million people in the shows grand final and he was thrown into the media spotlight.
It wasnt always a comfortable place to be, but he has managed to keep it in perspective, recover from the knocks and continue to grow in confidence.
You just have to have a really thick skin and not let things get to you, he said.
If Im ever feeling a bit sensitive, I bring it back to what I do and remember why Im here. Im a singer and a performer ... I tell myself to just get out there and do my thing without getting caught up in an artificial world.
As much as I love what I do, its still a job. Out in the world and on stage Im Anthony Callea or a character, but when I get home and close the door I like lying on the couch, watching TV and not thinking about anything, just like anybody.
He and partner Tim Campbell, who played Johnny OKeefe in the recent production of Shout, take time to eat out most nights Callea admits he cant even cook a piece of toast and they support each other professionally.
Campbell has been offering Callea some acting advice and will be in the opening-night audience with Calleas parents.
The best advice Tims given me is to bring myself into the character as much as possible to make it real, he said.
Its been really invaluable advice.
Callea credits his relationship with the Wheel of Fortune host with giving him the confidence to branch out creatively and work in a variety of mediums from television to the recording studio and now the theatre.
Hes so supportive of what I do and I really support what he does, so we dont have to try to make it work it just clicks, he said
If you have to think about a relationship, it doesnt work.
But even though they work in similar industries, they have different personalities.
Even though were two completely different people, we seem similar, he said. Hes more calm than me and Im a bit more fiery. Im the one who sometimes doesnt think before he opens his mouth.
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