Biography:

Born in Glasgow, John at the age of 8 moved with his family to the States and later studied Musical Theatre at the United States International University in San Diego, California. On returning to the UK John immediately landed the starring role opposite Elaine Page in Anything Goes at the Prince Edward Theatre. He then played Chris in Miss Saigon, followed by the title role in the musical Matador opposite Stephanie Powers at The Queen's Theatre, then Raoul in The Phantom of the Opera at Her Majesty's Theatre. He starred as Claude in the 25th anniversary London revival of Hair at the Old Vic Theatre before resuming the starring role of Chris in Miss Saigon at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, followed by Andrew Lloyd Webber's hit production of Sunset boulevard at the Adelphi Theatre, London. John made his Broadway debut as Joe Gillis in Sunset boulevard opposite Betty Buckley, his co-star from the London production for a special 10 performances.

He plays the leading role of Peter Fairchild in the CBS network TV series Central Park west for writer/producer Darren Star. John was also a regular presenter on Live and kicking for BBC TV on which he then presented his Electric Circus. He has also hosted two series of The Movie Game, also for BBC television.

Recordings:

- Raoul on the studio recording of The Phantom of the Opera with Graham Bickley and Claire Moore.
- Raoul on the studio recording of The Phantom of the Opera with Ethan Freeman and Claire Moore (this CD also contains songs from Sunset Boulevard)
- solo album, John Barrowman: Aspects of Lloyd Webber, featuring songs from Phantom, Aspects of Love, Joseph, and Sunset Boulevard
-Cal on the Original London Cast recording of The Fix
- Danny in Grease!
- Martin Luther in Godspell
- on Hey, Mr. Producer! singing "One, Two, Three" from The Fix
- Showstoppers from Broadway singing "Sunset Boulevard"

Updates:

John Barrowman was nominated for an Ovation Award (Los Angeles area theatrical awards) for Best Actor/Musical for his work in "Putting It Together" (Mark Taper Forum/CTG/LA/1998). Right now he is also rehearsing for the opening of PIT in NYC later this fall. (added 09/30/99)

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