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Carole King

Birth Place: Brooklyn, NY, USA

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The inspiration behind the Tony-winning musical "Beautiful," Carole King is one of popular music's most beloved singer-songwriters. Pop music would be very different without the contributions of Carole King, who wrote her first #1 hit at age 17 with Gerry Goffin, "Will You Love Me Tomorrow," for the Shirelles. The dozens of chart hits Goffin and King wrote during this period became legendary, but it was 1971's Tapestry that took King to the pinnacle, speaking personally to her contemporaries and providing a spiritual musical backdrop to the decade. More than 400 of her compositions have been recorded by over 1,000 artists, resulting in 100 hit singles and 6 Grammys.

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[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 1993
Mrs. Johnstone [Replacement]

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Springer Theatre to Close Out Season With BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL


Catch the story of iconic recording artist Carole King in BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, closing the season at Springer Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Kyra Kennedy & More to Star in BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Paper Mill Playhouse


Paper Mill Playhouse has revealed the full cast and creative team for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

THE GREAT GATSBY Will Release Original Broadway Cast Recording This Summer


The new Broadway musical The Great Gatsby will release its Original Broadway Cast Recording this summer! Learn more about how to preorder the album here!

Interview: Deon Releford-Lee of TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Ohio Theatre


“People know me as this light, fun person. They have a hard time seeing me play a character like that because it’s so different from (who I am).” Deon Releford-Lee

Ari Axelrod Returns To Birdland With 'A Place For Us: A Celebration Of Jewish Broadway'


BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the return of award-winning international artist Ari Axelrod with an encore performance of “A Place for Us: A Celebration of Jewish Broadway” on Monday, May 13 at 7:00 PM.

Michael James Scott, Talia Suskauer & More to Join Arts For Autism Benefit


Arts for Autism, the annual Broadway benefit, will take the stage at the New Amsterdam Theatre in New York City in June. See who is taking part and learn more about the event.

VENTURA LIVE! Comes To Rubicon Theatre Company Beginning Next Month


Rubicon Theatre Company has announced the launch of its new special event series, “VENTURA LIVE! Music, Laughter and Magic,” featuring one-night and short-run concerts, jam sessions, new play readings, magic nights, comedy, and much more.

Utah Premiere of NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 Opens at Pioneer Theatre Company in May


Pioneer Theatre Company will present the Utah premiere of Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 from May 10-25, 2024. Written by Dave Malloy and adapted from Leo Tolstoy's War and Peace.

Springer Theatre Closes Season With BEAUTIFUL- THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL


Springer Theatre concludes its 2023-24 season with a grand finale. Patrons and partners are thanked for their support and contribution to the success of the State Theatre of Georgia's season.

THE CROONER'S CORNER Comes to 54 Below in May


54 Below will present Broadway’s Cameron Loyal (Bad Cinderella), Garrett Turner (Thoughts of a Colored Man), and Aarron Patterson (Hell’s Kitchen) in The Crooner’s Corner.

BEAUTIFUL, MYSTIC PIZZA, and More Set For Riverside Theatre's 2024-25 Season


Riverside Theatre has announced its 2024-2025 Season of productions. Learn more about the season lineup here!

Westport Country Playhouse Presents Ari Axelrod In A Celebration Of Jewish Broadway On May 8


Join Ari Axelrod at the Westport Country Playhouse on May 8 for a special celebration of Jewish Broadway. Experience a memorable night of music and culture.

FUNNY GIRL Comes to Dallas This Summer


 Broadway Dallas and Broadway Across America (BAA) have announced that FUNNY GIRL, the sensational musical comedy revival, is coming to Dallas’ Music Hall at Fair Park for a limited two-week engagement from August 6 to August 18.

SHUCKED, KIMBERLY AKIMBO And More Announced for Playhouse Square 2024-25 KeyBank Broadway Series


Discover the upcoming 24-25 KeyBank Broadway Series at Playhouse Square.

Desi Oakley to Lead WAITRESS at Ogunquit Playhouse


Ogunquit Playhouse has revealed the cast of their first production of their 2024 season, Waitress. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Tickets to FUNNY GIRL at Atlanta's Fox Theatre to go on Sale in May


Purchase tickets in May for the national tour of Funny Girl at Atlanta's Fox Theatre.

Henry Mancini Family Celebrates Late Composer's 100th Birthday with Tribute Album


The Henry Mancini family continues to celebrate what would have been the late legendary composer’s 100th birthday with the announcement of The Henry Mancini 100th Sessions – Henry Has Company. The album is the latest installment in what will be a year-long endeavor honoring the 20-time GRAMMY® and 4-time Academy Award winner whose centennial is being celebrated on April 16th. The Henry Mancini 100th Sessions – Henry Has Company will be available June 21st via Primary Wave, and the first single, “Peter Gunn,” featuring Quincy Jones, John Williams, Herbie Hancock, and Arturo Sandoval, is out now. Listen to the song here!

Julie White, Abby Mueller & More to Join The Acting Company Gala Honoring Stephen McKinley Henderson


Tony Award winner Julie White will host The Acting Company’s “Fantastic Journeys” Gala honoring Stephen McKinley Henderson. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.

New Cast Members to Join MRS. DOUBTFIRE in the West End


Rehearsals have begun for new cast members who will be joining Mrs. Doubtfire on stage, as the hit family musical enters its second year in the West End. Learn who is joining the cast and see how to purchase tickets!

Argyle Theater Announces The Cast And Creatives For A BRONX TALE


Get the latest updates on the cast and creatives for A BRONX TALE at Long Island's ARGYLE THEATRE, starting April 25, 2024.

Carole King FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Carole King been in?

Carole King has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Carole King been in?

Carole King has not appeared in the West End.

How many shows has Carole King written?

Carole King has written 3 shows including Really Rosie (Composer), Tapestry: The Music of Carole King (Lyricist), Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Composer).

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