- JEFF WAYNE 9th April 2022 THANK YOU Last performance at the O2 tonight! Jeff Wayne's double album was originally released in 1978, enjoying huge success across the globe with over 16 million records sold. The set, entitled Highlights from Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds, was released in 1981 by Columbia Records. Last performance at the O2 tonight! As these launching cylinders are held separately, it has been suggested that some other device was intended to use the cylinders and they were brought out in a makeshift fashion by the Tripods. The Black Smoke Band were top notch and some perfect guitar solos and banging percussion. Alongside them was Michael Praed as George Herbert, Madalena Alberto playing Carrie, and singer-songwriter-producer David Essex as The Voice Of Humanity (Essex worked with Jeff Wayne even before he played the Artilleryman in the original 1978 album). A great modern/interwebby audience participation feature was that punters were asked to Tweet to the shows stream @twotwofficial and certain ones where picked to appear on the giant screen at the back in the break. Although Wayne had not previously met the other voice actors: Thin Lizzy frontman Phil Lynott as Parson Nathaniel, Moody Blues vocalist Justin Hayward singing the Journalist's thoughts, and Manfred Mann's Earth Band guitarist and vocalist Chris Thompson as the Voice of Humanity, he was "thrilled" that they took part "because they each brought their own sort of magic, their style and performance and singing." Featuring extraordinary talent from all walks of entertainment, including some familiar faces, plus new ones too. [7][3] Wayne recalled that he "wanted to have a bit of pressure" applied to the project in January 1976, so he booked studio time at Advision Studios in Fitzrovia, London for May of that year. In March 2020, Jeff Wayne announced a new tour of The War of the Worlds for 2021 with new technological advances being added to the production. 13 in the UK chart. [3][4] The story instantly caught Wayne's imagination, and he finished the book in a single read. Waiting for @twotwofficial to start the food/drink prices are not the only thing out of this world (@ Cardiff International Arena)less than a minute ago via foursquareuncle wilcounclewilco, @twotwofficial brilliant prod rock with 3d wossnamesless than a minute ago via TweetDeckuncle wilcounclewilco. Liam Neeson's holographic footage was once again used in the show. They donned gas masks, but continued to cough, and died after some time. Epilogue (Part 2) This latest touring performance of Jeff Wayne's bestselling War of the Worlds sci-fi rock symphony has been dubbed the New Generation, a somewhat specious rebranding which amounts to a new cast. On 15 October 2018 it was announced on the Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds Official Twitter page and on the official website that after over a year in work, a brand new production of Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds: The Musical Drama will be available on Audible.com on 29 November 2018. THE MULTI-AWARD WINNING MASTERPIECE RETURNS IN 2022. . However, the time is right to take The War of the Worlds in new directions after the 2014 tour."[27]. [9][14] Soon after mixing was complete, the tape operator accidentally slashed through the tape containing side four as he thought it was a reel of unwanted outtakes. A new setup of staging, choreography, costumes, and cast of actors were introduced. The incineration of a Cast member in full view of the audience. The cast of players for the 40th Anniversary tour received critical acclaim, with many praising the acting, singing, and chemistry between Jason Donovan and Carrie Hope Fletcher during "The Spirit of Man". The Eve of The War 2. The Black Smoke Band: Jeff Wayne (conductor), Chris Spedding (guitar), Herbie Flowers (bass), Tom Woodstock (guitars, keyboards), Laurie Wisefield (guitars, mandolin), Accy Yeats (drums), Julia Thornton (percussion, harp, keyboards), Steve Turner, Neil Angilley & Kennedy Aitchison (keyboards). This release went to No. by Carrie Dunn Jan. 21, 2016 Alongside the onscreen appearance of Liam Neeson and the onstage appearance of Jeff Wayne and his magnificent Black Smoke Band and ULLAdubULLA string orchestra,. Maverick Sabre and Joss Stone's performances as Parson Nathaniel and Beth received a more lukewarm response whereas Alex Clare's rendition of "Thunder Child" received praise, with many people claiming that his take on the song was the best track on the album. 2021 marks the 15th anniversary of the original 2006 staging: a tour in March/April 2021. Wayne had to convince the guest artists that they were the right performers for their role, and got them keen to carry out their parts. We've achieved more than we ever thought was possible both musically and technologically. Later, just before Act II begins, O'Neill appears again as a 53-year-old Wells, discussing the end of World War I and speaking about the destructive capabilities of humankind. The release touted the usual "big and bold lighting, pyrotechnics and other-worldly special effects, as well as a ground-breaking levitation effect". All dialogue written by Doreen and Jeff Wayne's father Jerry Wayne, based upon H.G. Last night I had the pleasure of going to see Jeff Wayne conducting the 10-piece Black Smoke Band and 36-piece ULLAdubULLA Strings playing his version of the The War of The Worlds, I have loved this since I was a kid (it must have been the prog rock that Jeff used back 1978 production) but also the voice of Richard Burton (as George Herbert, The Journalist) that haunts the whole thing and in particular with this production his hologram hangs over the CIA in Cardiff. The War of the Worlds is a live stage show adaptation of the cult classic 1897 science fiction novel by H.G Wells, and Jeff Wayne's 1978 LP. The Artilleryman and the Fighting Machine 4. Black Smoke was mentioned in the Orson Welles radio broadcast, where two soldiers were firing at a fighting machine. It is an album musical adapted from the science-fiction novel The War of the Worlds by H. G. Wells in a rock opera style with a rock band, orchestra, narrator, and leitmotifs to carry the story and lyrics that express the feelings of the various characters. Epilogue (Part 1) 13. The cast of players for the 40th Anniversary tour received critical acclaim, with many praising the acting, singing and chemistry between Jason Donovan and Carrie Hope Fletcher during "The Spirit of Man". The invaders easily defeat the British army thanks to their advanced. Well, while the world has faced many challenges in recent years, commitment and faith remain at the heart of our chance for the future. [3] Wayne wrote out the various parts of the score for the band, which was performed live in the studio without any click tracks, leaving the group "to groove together, and then move onto the next tune. We've achieved more than we ever thought was possible both musically and technologically. The musical live tour has, in the past, seen performances from the likes of a virtual Richard Burton, Jennifer Ellison, Rhydian Roberts, Jason Donovan, Liz McClarnon, Ricky Wilson, Liam Neeson, Marti Pellow and more. The cast features actor Liam Neeson as the Narrator and Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson as the Artilleryman. April 7 - Newcastle Utilita Arena. The controller tries to contact NASA, but all communication seems to have been blocked. The tour visited Australia and New Zealand in 2007; the former leg featured Australian Idol runner-up Shannon Noll as Parson Nathaniel, actress Rachael Beck as Beth, and Michael Falzon as the Artilleryman, alongside Hayward, Thompson, Spedding and Flowers in the band. I love the long pieces like the "Horsell Common and the Heat Ray" but the more popular and well know "Forever Autumn" got the most reaction from the audience- it's a shame that the falling leaves from the ceiling did not reach us On 18 November 2011, Jeff Wayne announced at a press conference in London that there was to be a new release of his musical version of H. G. Wells 1898 novel, titled Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds The New Generation. The New Generation 7.7 Music Department (Black Smoke Band - harp) 2013 Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of 'The War of the Worlds' 8.8 Video Music Department (Blacksmoke band - percussion) 2006 Credits Edit IMDbPro Music Department Previous 2 ft of space, the 2-hour experience combines music from the album, immersive theatre, virtual reality, 5-D effects, holograms, and other technological features to put visitors in at the scene of the Martian invasion across 24 scenes. [2][21], The album spawned two singles. Fighting machines then approach, threatening the steamer, but they are engaged by the Royal Navy battleship Thunder Child and two are destroyed. They set off for Londonthe Journalist to ensure his lover Carrie is safe, the Artilleryman to report to headquartersbut are soon caught in a crossfire between soldiers and Martians and are separated. [3] Upon learning that Burton was in a production of the play Equus in New York City, Wayne delivered a letter with a copy of the album's script to the stage doorman and hoped for him to read it. Top Drawer Tours Ltd 1978 - 2020. Following the success of the 2005 re-release of the original album, ULLAdubULLA II was released on 17 April 2006. [31] The 30th anniversary saw Hayward, James and Thompson reprise their respective roles, with Noll taking the role of Parson Nathaniel and Jennifer Ellison as Beth. And if you have a spare minute, please tag us and use the hashtag #LBATWOTW. Bassist Herbie Flowers and Guitarist Chris Spedding, both part of the original 1978 album and later the original 2006 live tour, again tour as members of The Black Smoke Band for Alive on Stage The rest of band remain relatively unchanged from the album and previous tours, with the exception of Gordy Marshall from the album is replaced by Accy Yeats on drums. The wandering Journalist discovers that red weedthe vegetation that gives Mars its colourhas taken root on Earth and spread rapidly across the landscape. Warning: contains spoilers for War of the Worlds Season 2. Three of the guest performers were confirmed at the time of the tour announcement. War of the Worlds. Ogilvy, an astronomer convinced that no life could exist on Mars, assures the Journalist there is no danger. Claire is often our TV screens, including The One Show, Loose Women, Celebrity Big Brother and Popstar to Operastar, and her 2019 solo album, My Wildest Dreams, hit the UK Top 10. Falzon also plays the small role of NASA controller Jerome Marvin Krauth (voiced by Jerry Wayne, recorded for the original 1978 album) in the Epilogue Part 2, in which he gets blasted by the fighting machine onstage behind him (the original version of Epilogue Part 2 had an abrupt ending) which concludes the show. Upon reaching London, he finds the city desolate and empty. Jeff Wayne's Musical Version: The War of the Worlds, Live on stage is a music dvd/video recording by JEFF WAYNE (Crossover Prog/Progressive Rock) released in 2006 on dvd, blu-ray disc and/or vhs. Filmed at London's O2 Arena, the production features Liam Neeson (in holography form), Jason Donovan, Ricky Wilson, Marti Pellow, Will Stapleton, and Kerry Ellis, as well as the nine-piece Black. You . A 100-foot cinema screen shows stunning CGI graphics of the monstrous Martian invasion as the lights and smoke effects create the illusion of a world under attack. Take a bow guys and gals. ", "Liam Neeson joins War of the Worlds musical as hologram", "Neeson 'Intimidated' By War of the Worlds", "Gary Barlow sings on new War of the Worlds album", "Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds The New Generation: Alive On Stage (2012)", "Jeff Wayne's War of The Worlds - Alan Titchmarsh Show - 27.10.12", "Jeff Wayne - Forever Autumn ft. Gary Barlow", "Q&A Damian Collier, Producer for Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds", "Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of the War of the Worlds The New Generation - New Double Album Released By Sony Music", "Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds The New Generation Alive on Stage! Wayne spent three months locating Frank Wells, and found his ideas were well received because it was the first adaptation that stayed true to the story. [8] Although plans for versions in Japanese, Russian, French, and Italian were planned, none of them came into fruition.[8]. Three of the guest performers were confirmed at the time of the tour announcement. What happened when the Martians shot their black smoke? This single CD release was largely made of tracks from the original remix album, with some additional new remixes by Tom Middleton and DJ Keltech, and hip-hop versions of two tracks by DJ Zube. The show continues to tour until 15 December. When the album was finished, its cost totalled 240,000, half of which was paid by CBS. Wells's original text. However, the time is right to take The War of the Worlds in new directions after the 2014 tour.". The Black Smoke Band consists of the amazing work of Chris Spedding's guitars, the brilliant Herbie Flowers on bass guitar, visionary Jeff . On Sunday, October 30, 1938, millions of radio listeners were shocked when radio news alerts announced the arrival of Martians. production coordinator See also Release Dates | Official Sites | Company Credits | Filming & Production | Technical Specs Last edited on 26 February 2023, at 19:21, Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of Spartacus, Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre, Learn how and when to remove this template message, "Liam Neeson's hologram will narrate 'War of the Worlds' musical", "The Official Top 40 biggest selling albums of all-time", "Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the WorldsThe New Generation! 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On 28 September 2021, the full cast was announced, including Duncan James as Parson Nathaniel, Nathan James again playing his role of The Voice of Humanity, Anna-Marie Wayne as Carrie; the Journalist's Fianc, and, from the original 1978 album, Justin Hayward as The Sung Thoughts of the Journalist. Eventually, something crashes onto Horsell Common, and in the resulting crater Ogilvy discovers a glowing cylinder, the top of which begins to unscrew. Published by Unknown in 1898. [10], The album features Ken Freeman on synthesisers, who started with a Minimoog and ARP Odyssey. They panicked when they learned of the Martians' ferocious and seemingly unstoppable attack on Earth. The New Generation Opening Date: Dec 15, 2012 Closing Date: Dec 15, 2012 (dates reflect O2 Arena run) Air date: April 2013 Medium: cinema, DVD, and Blu-Ray Where to watch: DVD and Blu-Ray (UK/Europe only) Stage Production Notes In a churchyard, he encounters the Parson Nathaniel and his wife Beth. 2008 marked the 30th anniversary of the original album release and a number of events took place, including a "30th Anniversary Tour" which started on 7 June 2009 in Dublin. Trending. But in 2021, which marks a momentous 15 years of live touring, the production is up to 12 trucks, and with it, a host of ingredients and special effects that will challenge and excite the senses.". Three days later the Journalist arrives at Carrie's house but finds it empty. The 2021 production will also feature brand new lighting, pyrotechnics and otherworldly special effects; a ground-breaking levitation effect, and the release of deadly black smoke from the Martian Fighting Machine. People praised its new compositions, dialogue and re-arrangement of Wayne's original music, claiming it to be "less dated", but criticism was aimed at the overuse of the synthesizer elements, as well as some of the singers' performances, mainly by some fans of the original album. All in all it IS another huge step forward for this late 70's idea. This page includes Jeff Wayne's Musical Version: The War of the Worlds, Live on stage's : cover picture, songs / tracks list, members/musicians and line-up, different releases details, free MP3 . Later in production, a Yamaha CS-80 was brought in which was used to re-record various overdubs, including the horns. When I read HG Wells dark Victorian tale I was hooked after one read, I could already hear sound. Jonathan Vickers reprised his role as the NASA controller, and Stephanie Aves joined the company as Vera May. Nearly 40 years on, based on HG Wells' dark Victorian tale, Jeff Waynes Musical Version of The War of The Worlds remains a firm favourite to millions around the world. British rock band Jettblack's lead vocalist Will Stapleton is the Voice of Humanity. [3] The string section consisted of violins, violas, cellos, and double basses, totalling 50 players and led by violinist Patrick Halling. Wayne was subsequently offered free studio time to produce another mix. Marti Pellow (lead singer of the Scottish pop group Wet Wet Wet) is the Sung Thoughts of the Journalist. Brand new versions of Jeff Wayne's musical version of The War Of The Worlds seminal single Forever Autumn are released on a new EP ahead of the show's UK tour. The press release compared the planned 2021 tour to its original 2006 counterpart: "In 2006, TWOTW was already considered a cutting edge production with six trucks filled to the brim. The Performance: This was performed by both Anna-Marie Wayne and Newton Faulkner as their respective characters at the beginning of Act II. At the time, Jeff Wayne also announced that another guest had been confirmed but was yet to be announced. The 8-piece Black Smoke Band and symphonic ULLAdubULLA strings. The Red Weed (Part 1) 7. Liam Neeson retains his role in 3D holography as The Journalist while Jeff Wayne again conducts the 8-piece Black Smoke Band and symphonic ULLAdubULLA Strings. "Now, mankind will look forward to life beginning again" said the press release. He approached John Pasche, who went on to design the logo on the front cover, and direct the overall design of the record's sleeve which features paintings from three artists: Geoff Taylor, Mike Trim, and Peter Goodfellow. The virtual Burton was also improved; the whole face was animated (an actor was found with a similar facial structure, all of Burton's narrative parts were mimed, and his face was superimposed onto the face of the actor). In May 2019, an immersive experience named Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience opened to the public in London. . The press release state that 'new features for the 2021 tour include the giant arched bridge now running from the lip of the stage out over the audience to the front of house desk, three panoramic screens with two hours of cutting edge CGI and other content. Due to the consistent popularity of the original album, Wayne decided to return to his score and re-create it for a new generation of audiences, as well as re-launch a live tour throughout the United Kingdom and Europe. [5][10] Wayne was "too chicken" to deliver the finished product to CBS himself, so he had his future wife Geraldine, then an assistant to the label's business affairs director, to hand it in. A huge thank you to the cast, crew, The ULLAdubULLA Strings and The Black Smoke Band for making it the incredible production it has turned out to be. [8][19] In April 1979, the album exceeded platinum status in the Netherlands, New Zealand, and Australia, and gold certification in Canada, Spain, Israel, and Belgium. He had previously starred in a production of the musical Godspell, which also featured Julie Covington, who subsequently met Wayne and agreed to voice Beth. When this lid falls off, a Martian creature emerges. [3][7] Neeson revealed he was impressed and intimidated by the prospect of narrating and starring in Wayne's project. [4] The role of Parson Nathaniel was originally given to Free and Bad Company singer Paul Rodgers, and although Wayne thought he delivered "fantastic" vocals, Rodgers was reluctant to take on the speaking part and dropped out. [4] However, Wayne went on to read Wells's book "three or four times" and saw the 1953 film adaption, and decided it was the most suitable for a musical adaptation. Wells on stage in three separate stages of his life. Credits adapted from the 1978 LP and 2005 CD liner notes.[8]. O'Neill appears a final time at the end of the show, just before the NASA epilogue, this time as a 79-year-old Wells, elderly and in a wheelchair. Kaiser Chiefs front man Ricky Wilson took on the role of the Artilleryman. Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds is a studio double album by American-born British musician, composer, and record producer Jeff Wayne, released on 9 June 1978 by CBS Records. 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