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There also are several TV/radio appearances to look forward to:
The Les Miserables Staged Concert run has been extended until 28 February 21, but keep in mind that Michael and Alie will only be appearing for
another week until 7 February 2021.
Michael and Alfie did it again! Their fourth album is a UK number one chart success!
Michael and Alfie are popping up all over the media landscape. Best check out our Facebook group where Mark kindly keeps us all posted. :-)
Just a reminder. Michael was supposed to be giving an interview in front of a live audience next Wednesday. Due to the Corona restrictions and closures Chichester Festival Theatre decided to make a livestream of it. So everyone worldwide will be able to watch the interview from their homes on 25 November 2020 from 2.30pm.
Among the dozens of news recently this one was a bit overseen by us. Michael joined Marisha Wallace (Motormouth Maybelle in the upcoming Hairspray production) to duet on "The Show Must Go On". The album will be released on 27 November 2020
Sadly there can't be the usual Children in Need Luncheon due to Corona, but Michael and Radio 2 came up with an alternative idea. Some lucky winners can be part of a small Zoom Party with Michael and other guests.
The news we haave all been waiting for: After reaching #2 in the cinema charts you can now own the last night of this year's Ball & Boe tour at the London O2 on DVD!
Michael and Alfie have been back in the studio and recorded a Christmas album to be released on 20 November 2020.
If you pre-order by 3pm on 26 October, you will be eligible for early access for concert tickets. Yes, they are going on a UK / Ireland tour as well in November / December 2021.
And another big news item has come up as the results of Michael and the cast of Les Mis performing at Britain's Got Talent finale. Michael alongside Cameron Mackintosh announced, that there is only one way they could get this show back on stage and that was the All-Star concert version we were treated to in 2019. And they will do exactly that.
Some more great news. Not only will we get a cast recording of the Staged All-Star Concert from last year, no, we already have it. The recording was just published and can be ordered via several sources. Saturday 10 October 2020. Be sure not to miss it and tune in at 7:30pm on ITV1.
Michael will be back on the Britain's got Talent stage for the big final show on Saturday 10 October 2020. Be sure not to miss it and tune in at 7:30pm on ITV1.
Michael will once again be co-hosting The One Show from Monday though to Thursday from 12 October till 15 October.
Michael will come to the Chchester Festival Theatre to be interviewed by Ed Seckerson for a short Interviews-series the Theatre will be hosting in November. The Interview will take place on 25 November 2020 at 2:30pm.
Britain's Got Talent posted: 08/09/20
Michael and the cast of Hairspray will perform You Can't Stop the Beat on the Britain's Got Talent semi-finals on Saturday 26th September from 8pm on ITV1. The performance was pre-recorded. .@BGT guest performers revealed! The One Show and Back Together screening posted: 12/08/20
Michael will be co-hosting The One Show from Monday though to Thursday from 24 August till 27 August. So tune in at BBC One, 7:00pm.
The cinema screening of Back Together has been pushed back to 17 October to give more cinemas the chance so show it. Theatre Super Auction posted: 23/07/20
A fantastic auction has launched to raise money for 3 charities that support our badly hit theatre Industry.
Michael kindly donated two items to the good cause: The One Show posted: 14/07/20
Michael will be co-hosting The One Show from Monday though to Thursday from 27 July. So tune in at BBC One, 7:00pm.
Hairspray MB Holiday Dates posted: 02/07/20
Michael will not be appearing in Hairspray on the following dates: Hairspray Postponed posted: 26/06/20
Trust Baz Bamigboye to have to scoop. Here's his tweet regarding the new Hairspray dates: You Can’t Stop the Beat: @HairsprayLondon starring @mrmichaelball, directed by #JackOBrien & choreographed by @jammyprod ,runs @E_N_O from April 22,2021 for 19 weeks. Tixholders have priority until July 26 to exchange;new sales from July 27. pic.twitter.com/iNjC2yrrGr The One Show posted: 11/06/20
Michael will be co-hosting The One Show from next Monday to next Thursday. So tune in at BBC One, 7:00pm.
The One Show posted: 11/05/20
Michael will be co-hosting The One Show for the whole week. So tune in at BBC One, 7:00pm.
BBC News Special posted: 05/05/20
Michael will be hosting a BBC News Special called Captain Tom: We Salute You tomorrow on BBC One at 7:30pm
Noel's Podcast posted: 27/04/20
The wonderful Noel Fitzpatrick released a series of podcasts on animal lovers called Animal People with Supervet Noel Fitzpatrick and, of course, his good friend Michael could not be left out. No 1 in UK Single Charts posted: 24/04/20
They did it! The single You'll Never Walk Alone really did reach #1 in the UK Single Charts! Congratulations!
Les Mis Concert as Download posted: 19/04/20
It has been announced today that despite the release of the DVD/Blu-ray of the sensational The Staged Concert having been postponed, you can still download it to own digitally now (when in the UK). Profits will help artists and the NHS.
New Duet with Captain Tom posted: 18/04/20
Michael and Captain Tom Moore have teamed up and released their duet of You'll Never Walk Alone, which you can buy as a download and all profits will go to support the NHS. Number 1 on the iTunes chart with @mrmichaelball and the NHS Voices of Care Choir, and 20 MILLION POUNDS for the @NHSCharities ! Les Mis DVD Release Postponed posted: 04/04/20
The release of the DVD/Blu-ray of the sensational The Staged Concert has been postponed to 2 November 2020. In positive news: it comes with the brochure and the Blu-ray is region free, so can be played all over the world.
New Dates for Hairspray posted: 02/04/20
Baz Bamigboye from the Daily Mail has just tweeted this (and he is usually spot on): You Can’t Stop the Beat: @HairsprayLondon moves to new date -Sept1-Nov8. @mrmichaelball #PaulMerton & Co start performances @E_N_O fm Sept1.Tix holders can exchange fm 9.30am Fri.Others can book fm May5. Check https://t.co/oPSjfWHaVb from 9.30am Fri . pic.twitter.com/w6PTtiqplg Ball & Boe Video Chat posted: 31/03/20
Michael and Alfie had a lovely 15 minute video chat to brighten all our days and they also showed a teaser of the upcoming cinema release of their O2 concert. Enjoy! One Show & more posted: 27/03/20
Michael will be appearing on The One Show tonight, so tune in on BBC One at 7pm. In case you needed a good laugh today, or some #ThursdayMotivation, here are some bloopers from our trailer shoot for Michael Ball and Alfie Boe: Back Together - screening in cinemas 12 & 13 September! A message from Mama is just what we needed 😍 Cinema Screening Postponed & more posted: 18/03/20
It has been announced that in light of recent events Michael's and Alfie's O2 concert will now be shown at UK and Ireland cinemas on 12 and 13 September.
A few words by the main man and a petition to sign:
I’ve been lost for words and am, in equal measure, inspired and appalled but the things I read and learn every day. That’s why I’ve not tweeted for a while. My feelings today? We must not despair but we must respond with community, integrity, intelligence. Stay safe ❤️ Boris Johnson: Leisure venues need to be closed by law due to the coronavirus to safeguard jobs. - Sign the Petition! https://t.co/YWaahMZDbQ via @UKChange Honorary Membership Royal Academy of Music posted: 16/02/20
Fantastic news, as released on the website of the Royal Academy of Music:
TV News posted: 02/02/20
Michael and Alfie will chat about their upcoming tour on Good Morning Britain tomorrow (3 February) between 6am and 9am on ITV1. Ball and Boe in Cinemas posted: 25/01/20
Michael's and Alfie's O2 concert will be shown at UK and Ireland cinemas on 28 and 29 March. Find a cinema near you here.
Here's his tweet: Absolutely thrilled to share with you that @AlfieBoe and I will be #BackTogether on the big screen! Our final show at London's O2 Arena will be screened in cinemas around the UK & Ireland on 28th & 29th March. For tickets visit https://t.co/tx1HfiU68d See you at the movies! pic.twitter.com/z66HeLek1C The One Show posted: 21/01/20
On Friday Michael will be co-hosting The One Show again. So tune in at 7pm on BBC One. Read about it here.
Les Mis on Radio 2 posted: 30/12/19
Probably the final news item in the old year (the other news items were moved into the archive):
And if you missed Michael and Alfie on Lorraine, here's the video of the interview: Lorraine Today posted: 24/12/19
Michael and Alfie will be guests on Lorraine today on ITV from 8:30am (pre-recorded). TV & DVD News posted: 17/12/19
Michael and Alfie will be guests on This Morning tomorrow on ITV between 10:30am and 12:30pm.
ITV Christmas Special posted: 05/12/19
ITV has now confirmed the transmission date for Michael and Alfie's Christmas special: Friday, 20 December 2019, 9:30 - 10:30pm.
One Show and more posted: 03/12/19
Michael and Alfie will The Greatest Show live one The One Show tomorrow at 7pm BBC One. News Roundup posted: 17/11/19
First of all: Michael and Alfie will be guests at BBC One's Breakfast show which airs from 6am.
Back Together Out Now posted: 08/11/19
The wait is finally over! Back Together is released today. We are so excited to announce that we are holding a secret event in London in December! We can't tell you much but we can tell you that it's going to be a lot of fun.https://t.co/N9jhg5hOgT pic.twitter.com/ZvvdJM629N #BackTogether is officially OUT NOW! @AlfieBoe and I can’t wait to hear what you think – make sure you get your copy today! https://t.co/skcReqGjEu pic.twitter.com/rtMhItMTWX
Les Mis Recording News posted: 02/11/19
Baz Bamigboye of Daily Mail fame confirmed no only the filming spotted at the Gielgud recently but also that there will be a DVD, CD and cinema release!
Click here to read the article
From the press release:
Media News posted: 31/10/19
Michael will be a guest on Saturday Kitchen this Saturday, 2 November at 10am on BBC One.
Album release re-scheduled posted: 14/10/19
It was announced today that Back Together will be released a week later than anticipated, on 8 November 2019. Hi everyone! Our album will now be coming out a week later on Nov 8th. We're sorry this means having to wait but we want to make sure this record is the best it can possibly be. You have all shown us so much love and support over the years and deserve the best! It’ll be worth it. pic.twitter.com/dh1h0w0KEv Back Together UK Tour posted: 11/10/19
The news is out: Michael and Alfie will be touring the UK in 2020.
Read all about it on the Live Nation page. And order your album from their official store to receive a pre-sale link for the tickets.
It's true! @AlfieBoe & I are #BackTogether and are going back on tour next year! Order the new album before Tuesday 15th October at 12pm from our official store to recieve first access to tickets. You don't want to miss out. We can't wait to see you there! https://t.co/N9jhg5hOgT pic.twitter.com/oQiixwvFsR New Album - Back Together posted: 24/09/19
Today the worst kept secret in showbiz has been revealed:
We are BACK TOGETHER! I am delighted to announce that myself & @AlfieBoe have joined forces once again for our third album, coming November 1st and we can’t wait for you to hear what we have in store for you. Pre order your limited edition, signed CD here: https://t.co/skcReqGjEu pic.twitter.com/X6rWBaen2G
You can get the latest work of the dynamic duo through Decca's shop (or HMV or Amazon).
This Morning & more posted: 22/09/19
Michael and Alfie will appear on ITV's This Morning on Tuesday, so tune in at 10:30am.
Les Miserables - Gala Night posted: 24/08/19
On 21 August Les Mis - the staged concert had its official opening night. It wasn't a press night (who needs reviews when the show sold out 95% of availble tickets on the first day of sale?) but a festive opening.
After the concert there were countless articles and a number of lovely cast interviews and here are a few of those:
And then, in the finale of the big night, Michael was asked whether he could still hit those high notes he sang as Marius 34 years ago...watch what happened then:
In other but related news, the theatre has confirmed that Michael will not be appearing in Les Mis on 13 and 14 September due to the BBC Proms at the Park (no surprises there) and his understudy Earl Caprtenter will be on stage instead. He will, however, lure some of his co-stars to the illustrious event. Read here for more information. Together Yet Again posted: 27/07/19
To quote this article: Lytham Concert live on air posted: 14/07/19
Tonight's Lytham Prom concert will be braodcast live via BBC Radio Lancashire from 7pm. So tune in here. Happy Birthday! posted: 27/06/19
Happy birthday, Mr Ball!
The One Show tonight & All Dance Together video posted: 20/06/19
Michael will be co-hosting The One Show tonight. So tune in at 7pm, BBC One. Read more about the episode here.
Britain's Got Talent Final posted: 27/05/19
After having returned from what can only be called a perfect tour, reality has us back. But what lovely news to read on our way home:
Baz Bamigboye (Daily Mail) let the cat out of the bag:
Michael has now been offically announced as host of this year's BBC Proms in the Park, taking place on 14 September in Hyde Park, London.
In tour related news, Michael will not only braodcast his Sunday radio show live from BBC York this week but he will also pop by Neil Foster to chat all things tour in his show at 3pm. Listen here.
Michael has recorded the duet A Million Dreams with Susan Boyle for her upcoming album Ten.
Fellow fan and media appearance expert Mark Witchell kindly listed Michael's upcoming radio and TV appearances:
Today was meant to be a historic day one way or another: Michael's latest solo album Coming Home to You officially head the UK album charts!
Fabulous news about "Coming Home To You": It hit the coveted #1 spot in the midweek charts. What does this mean? It's not (yet) the end of the first week of it's release. Those charts will be determined on Friday, but they publish midweeks, which do, what it says on the tin. Within the midweeks Michael is at no 1 and with a good chance to keep that space until the end of the week. It always helps to give him a push. So, if you still need a good present, get this album another time and support him.
Michael will be interviewed on the One Show tonight at 7pm. Be sure to tune in to BBC One tonight.
Several promo appearances have been announced:
Also remember, his recorded appearance on ITV's Loose Women will air on Good Friday, 19 April at 12:30noon.
It was announced today that Michael and Alfie will headline the Hampton Court Festival this summer.
Michael is all over the media these days, several radio and TV interviews were aired today or will in the next couple of days, too many to keep track!
Several promo appearances have been announced:
On Monday, 11 February Michael will be a guest at BBC Radio 2's Steve Wright in the Afternoon. Tune in from 2pm.
You can now download the new single Home To You from the new album. Choose your preferred service here.
Tomorrow on 8 February Michael will once more co-host BBC One's The One Show. Tune in from 7pm.
They have also released the cover art for the new album today, along with the track list:
Home To You
And finally, in Les Mis news:
Tomorrow on 7 February Michael will be a guest on ITV's Lorraine. Tune in from 8:30am.
Furthermore, Cameron Mackintosh made the following exciting announcement today:
Tune into Radio 2 tomorrow!
The promotion for the new album has well and truly started.
The first news entry in the new year:
On 25 December 2018 Michael will once again be hosting a show for Radio Wales. Tune in to Michael Ball and Festive Friends at 12 noon on BBC Radio Wales: Read more about it here.
Due to popular demand, a second tour concert at the Birmingham Symphony Hall has been added to the schedule.
Today, Friday, 14 December 2018, Michael will be on BBC Two's Stirtcly - It Takes Two. So tune in at 6pm.
Due to popular demand, a second tour concert at the London Palladium has been added to the schedule.
Tomorrow, on Tuesday, 4 December 2018, Michael will appear on ITV's This Morning. So tune in at 10:30am.
The news we were all waiting for!
Michael's new album will be called Coming Home to You and is released on 22 March 2019. Let's all make sure it's a massive success by pre-ordering here.
But that's not all: he will also tour the UK with the new album in April and May 2019!
On Wednesday, 26 December 2018, BBC Radio 4 will broadcast their comedy drama Lena Marsh, Live And Shticking! with Michael playing (reading) himself. Well worth to listen out for at 2:15pm.
Read all about it here.
It has also just been announced that on 14 July 2019 (Sunday) Michael and Sheridan Smith will close the Lytham Proms with their "Hollywood Proms" finale. Tickets are on sale on Friday 30 November and you can book and read all about it this page.
Just when Kerstin and I get ready to leave for London (and the Michael Ball Show live from the Savoy), it was announced that he will once more be co-hosting The One Show.
Today, 2 November 2018 Michael will once again be co-hosting BBC's The One Show. Tune in at 7pm, BBC One.
On Friday, 12 October 2018 Michael will once more be co-hosting BBC's The One Show. Tune in at 7pm, BBC One.
On Tuesday, 23 October 2018, BBC Radio 2 marks the 80th birthday of Don Black with a special show at the BBC Radio Theatre. Michael Ball Presents: An Evening With Don Black sees Don take to the stage in conversation with Michael, sharing his thoughts on his life and career.
On Sunday, 18 November 2018, Michael's BBC Radio 2 show will be broadcast live from the Savoy Hotel in London.He'll also be hosting the Children in Need Lunch afterwards from 2pm.
Michael will be one of the performers in a gala concert celebrating the ENO's anniversary.
Mark Witchell kindly gathered all the information on the Proms coverage. A huge thank you for that!
Michael will co-host BBC One'sThe One Show together with Alex Jones this Friday (3 August). Tune in at 7pm.
Michael will co-host ITV'sThis Morning together with Sarah Cox this Friday (27 July). Tune in at 10:30am.
It has been announced today that Michael and Alfie have also won the PPL Classical Award at the O2 Sliver Clef Awards!
They did it! Ball and Boe have just won two Classic BRIT Awards: Group of the Year (Michael:"We're a boyband, it's offical!") and Album of the Year!
Tomorrow, 12 June, Michael will be a guest on ITV's Good Morning Britain, so tune in at about 8:20am (the show starts at 6am).
Due to a technical glitch we have lost our news items from end of March through April. The most important of thise surely was the double nomination for Ball & Boe for the Classic BRIT Awards.
We also seem to have lost all the information regarding the Proms in the Park.
It's been announced today that Michael will be joining Il Divo for six of their Castles and Summer Houses tour in the UK as a very special guest.
Congratulations! This makes Michael's show one of the most popular broadcasts of the station.
On Saturday, 14 April Michael will be interviewed on Graham Norton's BBC Radio 2 show between 10am and 1pm.
More media appearances:
Some TV appearances to keep an eye on:
From the press release:
More TV appearances for your calendars:
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