Harris Beattie - Billy

[ERinVA]

Here's the photoflash for the debut of Harris and Dayna:
http://westend.broadwayworld.com/articl ... y-20120223

[Lola]

I'm a little bit late to wish Harris a great first show but I'm not too late to wish him a long and healthy run in the role of Billy! Enjoy your time with the company, Harris

Have any forum members been there at his first night? I'd love to read a review

[Lola]

Oh, I forgot about that...Looking for some Billy news I came across this article on Theatre Mania:

http://www.theatermania.com/london/news ... 50863.html

As of February 22, the role of Billy will be played by new cast member Harris Beattie, along with Ryan Collinson and Adam Vesperman. In addition, Kaine Ward will join the company to alternate the role of Debbie with Francesca Mango and Macy Stasiak.

Sometimes I wonder what sources people use to make such mistakes...at least they spelled the names right I'm sure Kaine will make a great Debbie though.

[dancingboy]

I am writing to confirm that I was in the audience on Wednesday evening to see the debuts of both Harris and Deyna. They both performed admirably. Harris appeared to have no nerves as he sailed through his first show as Billy. It was a very assured, very confident performance and his dancing throughout was very good. For those interested his Electricity is of the balletic style.

[Billy Whiz]

For those interested his Electricity is of the balletic style.

That sounds very posh. Do you mean he's a Ballet Billy?

[dancingboy]

Yes, David. Sorry I did not make myself clear.

[CJ-Rochester]

A good friend of mine is on vacation in the UK this week. Last night she posted on her Facebook:

Just saw Billy Elliot on the London Stage! Omg so amazing. Cried thru the whole damn thing but I was with my 2 fave guys that were just as emotional as I. And let me say these London audiences know how to show their appreciation for a show.

I commented that I believed she had seen the debut of a new Billy. She was astonished that I would have known such a thing and then commented:

He was really brilliant. I couldn't believe what I was seeing at the end of the first act.

(Please forgive my quoting from a private source, but I thought it was worth sharing.)

[patc]

It's impossible not to be moved by the notes Harris has written in the programme insert. His opening night must have been quite an emotional occasion for all of his family and I wish him a fantastic time in Billy. I look forward to seeing Harris onstage very soon.

Pat

[jacob]

For those interested his Electricity is of the balletic style.

Thank you Lord

Your meaning was crystal clear John. Thank you for the information.

[jen]

What does he say in his programme notes?