Together Again

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Wood, Alex (6 February 2019). "Michael Ball, Alfie Boe, Carrie Hope Fletcher and Matt Lucas to star in Les Misérables at the Gielgud Theatre". WhatsOnStage. WhatsOnStage.com . Retrieved 6 February 2019. It was announced in January 2019 that the original production of Les Misérables would close in July 2019 and move to the adjacent Gielgud Theatre for four months to allow for the Queen's Theatre (as it was then called) to be refurbished and reopen in December 2019 with a new updated production. [1] The move would allow the show to continue its record breaking run. [2] The following month, it was announced that the Gielgud production would take the form of an all star-staged concert and run for 16 weeks between 10 August and 30 November. [3] The Staged Concert [ edit ] Michael Ball and Alfie Boe first met in 2007 while both starring in Kismet at the London Coliseum. The pair first performed together in the summer of 2007 at two BBC Proms concerts. Together was recorded in New York City and Prague with the Czech National Symphony Orchestra. [2] Ball has said of the album: "We went into the project thinking we can play to our strengths and feel our way a bit, do the songs we love and find a way of re-presenting them. There are songs we’ve both done as solo artists and I much prefer singing them with Alfie. Something sonically happens when we’re both doing what we do. It’s unexpected and really moves me." [3] Commercial performance [ edit ] Boe added: “Playing Vegas has always been a dream of mine and finally it’s becoming a place I'm performing and spending more time in. Making the latest Ball and Boe record Vegas-themed was exciting to us for many reasons. There is an energy in Vegas that lights up in a way nowhere else does, and it felt like the perfect moment in time to bring that energy into our new album. It’s a chance to let go and have some fun, especially after a pandemic, and it’s important for our incredible fans to feel that excitement with us. Everyone is in need of a bit of Vegas in their lives right now!” a b c d Jones, Alan (16 December 2016). "Official Charts Analysis: Ball & Boe hit top spot on albums chart". Music Week. Intent Media . Retrieved 17 December 2016.

The stage concert was due to return to the Sondheim Theatre for a limited run from 5 December 2020, this was extended and due to play until 28 February 2021. [6] However the show closed as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic on 15 December after just 10 performances. It returned for a limited run between 20 May and 5 September 2021 with a renewed cast. The new cast featured Jon Robyns as Valjean, Bradley Jaden as Javert, Lucie Jones as Fantine, Gerard Carey and Josefina Gabrielle as the Thénardiers, Shan Ako as Éponine, Harry Apps as Marius, Jamie Muscato as Enjolras, Charlie Burn as Cosette, Earl Carpenter as the Bishop of Digne and understudy Javert, Cameron Blakely as Bamatabois/Babet, Nic Greenshields as Factory Foreman/Brujon, Connor Jones as Grantaire, and at certain performances Dean Chisnall playing the role of Valjean. [7] Cast [ edit ]Their double act has enraptured crowds with warm, low-key charisma and deft stagecraft” Independent Together is a collaborative studio album by English singers Michael Ball and Alfie Boe. It was released on 4 November 2016 through Decca Records. The album peaked at number one the UK Albums Chart, becoming Ball's second UK number one album and Boe's first. Together has been certified double platinum by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) for sales of 600,000 copies in the UK. They have become known as the UK's favourite entertainers, and together form the ultimate musical duo: Michael Ball and Alfie Boe never fail to raise spirits with their unique combination of powerful voices and tongue-in-cheek charm, even when the chips are down. Today the perfect pair announce that they have joined forces yet again for a brand new album, set for release on 28th October on Decca Records.

Their personalities, just like their voices, are very different but blend beautifully” Sunday ExpressWood, Alex (8 January 2019). "Les Misérables to move to Gielgud theatre in July 2019". WhatsOnStage. WhatsOnStage.com . Retrieved 8 January 2019. Of the duo, Decca Records Co-Presidents Laura Monks and Tom Lewis say: "Michael & Alfie never fail to deliver smiles, laughs and even tears with their big hearts and even bigger voices. This album is filled with joy and a sense of escape from the mundane. It truly is their BEST one yet!!" Inspired by Alfie's momentous two-day concert event at the legendary International Theatre at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino this summer, the decision to record such iconic repertoire was an easy one for both singers. The Staged Concert was released digitally on 20 April 2020 in the UK and Australia, [8] with a twice-delayed DVD and Blu-ray following on 2 November 2020 in the UK, having originally been scheduled for release on 6 April and then 20 April. [9] [10]

Jones, Alan (11 November 2016). "Official Charts Analysis:Official Charts Analysis: Robbie Williams scores 12th album chart-topper". Music Week. Intent Media . Retrieved 11 November 2016. Perks, Daniel (November 2019). "All-star Les Misérables staged concert to be broadcast in cinemas". Whats On Stage. Archived from the original on 5 July 2020 . Retrieved 1 November 2019.

With Alfie adding: “ Playing Vegas has always been a dream of mine and finally it’s becoming a place I'm performing and spending more time in. Making the latest Ball and Boe record Vegas-themed was exciting to us for many reasons. There is an energy in Vegas that lights up in a way nowhere else does, and it felt like the perfect moment in time to bring that energy into our new album. It’s a chance to let go and have some fun, especially after a pandemic, and it’s important for our incredible fans to feel that excitement with us. Everyone is in need of a bit of Vegas in their lives right now!” Ball said: “Working on this album with Alfie has been a blast and I can’t wait for you all to hear it. I honestly think it’s the best one yet! Recording classics from legendary artists such as Elvis, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Frankie Valli, who are not only huge inspirations to us, but true Las Vegas icons, is an absolute dream. As we all know, Las Vegas really is the entertainment capital of the world and, hopefully, we can bring a little bit of that magic to you through this album.” Wood, Alex (7 February 2020). "All-Star Les Misérables West End concert production recording announces new home release date". WhatsOnStage. WhatsOnStage.com . Retrieved 7 February 2020. Woodward, Clair (30 October 2016). "Singers Michael Ball and Alfie Boe on new album Together and touring". Daily Express. Northern & Shell.