"To an extent, Hedwig took up where Rocky Horror left off: with its parallels of an androgynous sexual misfit leading man and a theme about peeling back the layers of self-awareness..... Read full story...
"Already a musical theatre veteran, local boy Michael Falzon will step into heels and wigs to play the cult role of a German transsexual singer, for the Brisbane production of Hedwig and the Angry Inch...... Read full story...
Biography
Emerging as one of Australia's hottest actors & singer/songwriters, Michael has worked throughout Australiasia, USA and UK, performing in theatre, concert, television and film.
Michael received Helpmann and Mo Award nominations for his lead role in the Ben Elton / QUEEN hit show, We Will Rock You . After reprising his role in WWRY Tokyo, Michael joined the cast of The Wharf Revue for Sydney Theatre Company in 2006, fronting Sydney Symphony Orchestra in Showstoppers, and selling out premier live venue The Basement with his live solo show. 2007 saw Michael hand-picked by Jeff Wayne to star alongside Justin Hayward and Chris Thompson, with Shannon Noll and Rachael Beck in the Musical Version of The War of the Worlds in arenas around Australia and New Zealand, through which his debut solo EP was released.
Michael has graced both the small and big screens as actor and vocalist. In 2005, Michael appeared in the acclaimed role of Jose DeSousa in the final season of Blue Heelers . He also performed live on stage with QUEEN in an A Current Affair special. He has been a regular guest on GMA, performed at Carols by Candlelight , Carols in the Domain , the Good Friday Appeal and featured as a trigger-happy Spaniard in Abe Forsythe's feature film, Ned (Ocean Pictures) . He led the cast of We Will Rock You at the Rod Laver Arena to close Melbourne's season final of The Footy Show , and launched the Australian Open with his rendition of “We are the Champions”, also singing before a crowd of 80,000 at the AFL Grand Final , televised to millions around the world from the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
For his portrayal of “Galileo” in the Australian production of We Will Rock You (the first-ever production outside London's West End) , Michael was cast by none other than Brian May and Roger Taylor of QUEEN and writer/director Ben Elton. Said Brian May, in a cover story of The Sunday Times Magazine:
“The man who plays this character has to be a very good actor, a brilliant singer – the range and power of Freddie is rarely equaled – and he has to have one extra rare commodity. He has to BE a rock star, for this is something beyond make-believe. The people who see We Will Rock You believe they saw the real thing. Michael was, and is, able to deliver the whole package.”
Michael is a co-founder and director of SMA Productions (Sydney and London), the producers of the sensational The Rat Pack's Back and String Diva . Since 2002, their shows have been seen at countless special events, and in concert with SMA co-producing events at Jupiters and Crown Casinos , and with Michael Crawford, Jonathan Pryce and Judi Dench (smaproductions.com.au).
"One of the stand-out performances of the year”
Herald Sun
“Falzon has tremendous vocal and stage presence”
Age
“Michael Falzon shines... handles difficult repertoire with ease and style.”
West Australian
“Michael Falzon brings genuine acting chops to his roles”
Sydney Morning Herald
“A bright young star. Michael Falzon is a show stealer.”
Sunday Herald Sun
Michael Falzon is a remarkably energetic performer, throwing himself on his knees throughout in a true rock fashion. He has a vocal style not entirely dissimilar to that of Freddie Mercury and his range suits the material well. By the grand finale, a near mega mix of all the crowd pleasers, he has the crowd cheering and calling for more. http://www.onstagescotland.co.uk/reviews/we_will_rock_you/
Well, check out you and your fancy page!! :) You're making me want to redo mine... Maybe I'll use the shots of me from back when I was a blond too! Had such a fun time working with you and Brydie last week. Hope we can do it again soon! xoxo
Hope everything went well tonight. Heard the whole thing sold out! Fantastic. Hope its a blast.... Oh, and Sophia, he promised us new music... honest. Will be in touch as soon as we know anything!
Thank you so much Michael. Answering those questions for us was entirely unexpected, and the highlight of a VERY long week
Im glad everything seems to be going well for you. At least you dont seem to stop for a moment. You need to slow down for a while, rest, relax..... finish the album. Idk just a suggestion. lol
Hey Michael Just got the Harvest Rain email update where I see you will be in the cast of Joseph. I was so excited. Now I definitely have to get a ticket! I've been involved with Harvest Rain for the past year and it's fantastic that you're going to be in a show there. I think the cast is very lucky to have you. Hope you have a great Christmas! Cheers Monica
Sit in on this exclusive Aussie Queens interview with Michael Falzon. This podcast discusses Michael's background, role in the Queen stage production WWRY Australia in 2003, behind the scenes discussions on Queen, Michael's solo album and his current role in the stage play Hedwig.
This one is a goodie to tune into but be warned some swearing does occur in this podcast.
Recording Date of Interview 14th November 2008 edited 23rd November
p.s my mum and my family love your work, they think you were fantastic in We Will Rock You. they heard it was coming back again in 2009, she's gunna pay any price to see it again- she loved it! and the best part is mum's taking me. yay. lol. so mum wanted to let u know that.
Saturday 14 February 2009 - Valentines Day Concert
Spend a romantic evening under the stars in the beautiful gardens of Perth Zoo with this special Valentine’s Day concert. Wander through the Zoo and visit the animals before moving to the main lawn at dusk to enjoy a unique Valentine’s Day experience.
The Rat Pack’s Back make a welcome return to Perth Zoo to perform some of the world’s most loved songs made famous by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jnr. Perth’s favourite jazz outfit Hip Mo’ Toast , led by vocalist Libby Hammer, also take to the stage for this special event.
Are you going to be there? I am going either way, but it would just make the whole thing so much better!
