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John-Michael Howson

JOHN-MICHAEL HOWSON

  (1936 - )
Nationality:    Australian
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John-Michael was born in Melbourne but lived for 17 years in Los Angeles. He is now back in Melbourne and lives with partner alfie. He started work as a junior reporter on the "Sunraysia Daily and then got a part on a children's television programme "adventure Island" and also wrote the scripts. Whilst in Los Angeles he reported for the Australian programme "Good Morning Australia" and became well known for his flamboyant style and catty remarks. His first musical was "Shout" followed by "Dusty"

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below is a list of John-Michael Howson's plays - click on a Play Title for more information

         Dusty: the Original Pop Diva         Masked Bandit, The         Shout! The Legend of the Wild One

Dusty: the Original Pop Diva

Synopsis:
DUSTY - the Original Pop Diva tells the story of Mary O'Brien who the world knew as Dusty Springfield. In the 1960s Dusty Springfield takes the entertainment world by storm with a score of hits, a top TV show and a legion of fans. She was the most influential British female artist of the 60's. Known as the White Lady of Soul, she was responsible for bringing the Motown sound to the UK. But the success she wanted is hollow and real happiness eludes her.

Notes:
written by John-Michael Howson, David Mitchell And Melvyn Morrow

1st Produced:
Arts Centre, State Theatre, Melbourne    

Organisations:
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1st Published:
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Music:
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Genre:
Musical biog. - - Gay/Lesbian, of interest

Parts:
Male:  8            Female:  10            Other:  Large ensemble

Further Reference:
apply for a license: www.theatricalrights.com/contact-us/

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Masked Bandit, The

Synopsis:
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Notes:
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1st Produced:
St Martins Youth Centre, South Yarra, Victoria     05 Jul 1969

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Music:
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Genre:
Childrens play

Parts:
Male:  -            Female:  -            Other:  -

Further Reference:
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Shout! The Legend of the Wild One

Shout! The Legend of the Wild One
Based on the life of singer Johnny O'Keefe

Notes:
written by John-Michael Howson, David Mitchell And Melvyn Morrow

1st Produced:
State Theatre, Melbourne, VIC     26 Dec 2000

Organisations:
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1st Published:
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Music:
Original cast recording: epic (50208-12000) 2001

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Genre:
Musical

Parts:
Male:  -            Female:  -            Other:  -

Further Reference:
http://www.ausstage.edu.au/pages/event/28

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