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La La Brooks’ list of singing accomplishments puts her in rare air in the history of rock and roll. As the lead singer of the 60s girls group The Crystals, Ms. Brooks was the voice on hits Rolling Stone Magazine once declared as two of the “500 Greatest Songs of All Time” – Then He Kissed Me and Da Doo Ron Ron. In addition, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has declared Da Doo Ron Ron as one of the songs that shaped rock & roll. Ms. Brooks also sang lead on three songs on the album A Christmas Gift for You, one of only two Christmas albums inducted in the Grammy Hall of Fame and Beach Boy Brian Wilson’s self-proclaimed favorite album of all time.

La La accomplished all of this before her 20th birthday.

After leaving The Crystals, she appeared on Broadway in the original cast of the legendary musical Hair and later in Two Gentlemen of Verona. After partially leaving the spotlight to get married, move to Europe and raise her children, La La Brooks is back performing with an energy and sound that takes audiences back in time.

In 2010, she appeared on the PBS television special "My Music: Rock Pop, and Doo Wop."

After releasing her 2013 album All or Nothing, Rolling Stone proclaimed “the veteran singer hasn't lost her touch” and “good things come to those who wait.” In 2014, Ms. Brooks appeared on the Late Show with David Letterman, her first network TV appearance since American Bandstand with Dick Clark. It was almost as if time had been suspended in her breathtaking performance of her classic hits.

Today La La Brooks performs all across the country and the world.

La La Brooks STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1971
Black Passion Quartet

Citizen of Verona & Milan

Member of Quartet

Citizen of Verona and Milan

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1968
Member of the Tribe [Replacement]

Dionne (Understudy) [Replacement]


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Macy Gray, Sarah Evans, L. Shankar And More On Sale At BergenPAC This Friday

bergenPAC announces new shows coming to its recently renovated theater: Macy Gray on Feb. 10, 2023; Country star Sarah Evans on Feb. 25, 2023; L. Shankar on March 2; The Robert Cray Band on March 7, 2023; KC & The Sunshine Band on March 9, 2003; Oh What a Night of Doo-Wop & Rock N Roll returns May 6, 2023.
Review: Sally Struthers and Company Revive Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN to Glorious Life in La Mirada

Overall--especially in this tighter, revised version lifted from London’s West End production that’s much zippier than the original--there is no denying that YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN is a witty, super funny, and genuinely enjoyable musical comedy that earns plenty of laughs and smiles along the way.
Sally Struthers to Star in Newly-Revised, London Version of MEL BROOKS' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at La Mirada Theatre

La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts & McCoy Rigby Entertainment will present Sally Struthers starring as “Frau Blücher” in the Southern California premiere of Mel Brooks’ YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN. Mel Brooks’ YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN will preview on Friday, September 16 at 8 pm & Saturday, September 17 at 2 pm (with a press opening on Saturday, September 17 at 8 pm.
La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts Presents Broadway's Terron Brooks THE SOUL OF BROADWAY

La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts has announced a “Best of Broadway” special event, THE SOUL OF BROADWAY starring Terron Brooks (“Eddie Kendricks” in NBC's Emmy Award-winning mini-series “The Temptations,” Broadway's “Simba” in Disney's The Lion King and “Seaweed” in Hairspray), with a special guest appearance by critically acclaimed singer/songwriter, Dove award winner, and three-time Grammy nominee Crystal Lewis.
Tributes And More Come To Suncoast Showroom In September

Suncoast Showroom will bring renowned entertainers to the Suncoast Hotel and Casino in September, including the Broadway musical tribute Brunch to Broadway, hypnotist Jim Wand, a?oeSerpentine Fire a?" Tribute to Earth, Wind & Fire,a?? original lead singer of The Crystals La La Brooks and a?oeWANTED: A Bon Jovi Tribute.a?? Guests can also enjoy free dance parties and live entertainment throughout the month.
Joe Hurley's 19th Annual All-Star Irish Rock Revue Hits The Highline

???????Joe Hurley's 19th Annual All-Star Irish Rock Revue returns to Highline Ballroom for one-night-only, Sat March 11th !
State Theatre New Jersey Presents THE MIDTOWN MEN

State Theatre New Jersey presents The Midtown Men on Today, October 6, 2016 at 8pm. The Midtown Men is a group featuring four of the original Broadway cast members of the Tony® and Grammy® Award-winning hit Broadway musical Jersey Boys.Tickets range from $35-$75.
State Theatre New Jersey Presents THE MIDTOWN MEN

State Theatre New Jersey presents The Midtown Men on Thursday, October 6, 2016 at 8pm. The Midtown Men is a group featuring four of the original Broadway cast members of the Tony® and Grammy® Award-winning hit Broadway musical Jersey Boys.Tickets range from $35-$75.
The Midtown Men to Rock Ruth Eckerd Hall This Weekend

A one-of-a-kind concert experience celebrating the music that defined the '60s comes to Ruth Eckerd Hall on Sunday, April 10, at 2 p.m. This sensational production reunites the stars of the Original Broadway Cast of the mega-hit, Jersey Boys. These talented entertainers shared the Broadway stage for more than a thousand performances.
Tickets to The Midtown Men at Marcus Center Now on Sale

The Marcus Center Presents series returns this fall with a special one-night only performance by THE MIDTOWN MEN, co-presented by the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra (MSO) and Marcus Center. This is the first of several collaborations planned for the 15/16 Season and beyond between the MSO and Marcus Center. Tickets go on sale today, Friday, September 11 at 12:00 pm at the Marcus Center Box Office (929 North Water Street, Downtown Milwaukee), by phone at 414-273-7206 or online at Ticketmaster.com or MarcusCenter.org. Groups 10 or more can call Marcus Center Group Sales at 414-273-7121 x 210. The MC Presents series is proudly sponsored by Envoy Restaurant and Lounge.
BWW Reviews: MAMMA MIA! Dances onto the Stage in Detroit Through Nov 10

You already know you're going to love Mamma Mia! now on stage at the Fisher Theatre, through November 10. The wildly popular musical takes the massive worldwide hits from ABBA and weaves them into a compelling story about life, love and dreams.
InDepth InterView: Susan Stroman Talks PBS Mel Brooks Doc, BIG FISH, BULLETS OVER BROADWAY, SCOTTSBORO BOYS In LA/UK, BLAZING SADDLES & More

Today we are talking to a five-time Tony Award-winning director/choreographer celebrated for her stupendous work on CRAZY FOR YOU, THE PRODUCERS, CONTACT, THE FROGS, THOU SHALT NOT, YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS and many more - the master musicals director Susan Stroman. In discussing a vast array of topics, Stroman and I touch upon many of her past projects as well as look ahead to her current and future endeavors - that is: the forthcoming Broadway bow of the new musical BIG FISH, starring Norbert Leo Butz, as well as the world premiere of Ahrens & Flaherty's LITTLE DANCER next year. Most importantly, Stroman shines a light on her enduring artistic partnership with Mel Brooks in bringing to life the screen-to-stage musical adaptations of both THE PRODUCERS and YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, with BLAZING SADDLES on the way - their rich collaboration also being highlighted in this week's AMERICAN MASTERS tribute to Mel Brooks on PBS. Additionally, Stroman reflects on some of her lesser-known entities and casts a light on some of her foremost influences as well as candidly discusses her specialty work for a bevy of major stars - such as at SONDHEIM: A CELEBRATION AT CARNEGIE HALL in 1992 - and the finer points of working with Stephen Sondheim and Nathan Lane on Sondheim's most recent original Broadway musical, THE FROGS. Plus, Stroman shares first details of her upcoming collaboration with comedy master Woody Allen on the musical stage adaptation of Allen's Academy Award-winning BULLETS OVER BROADWAY and also offers the 411 on the upcoming Los Angeles and West End productions of Kander & Ebb's THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS - including the real-life role the musical has played in the pardoning of the originally accused nine just last month. Stroman also comments on her work with Hal Prince on the career revue PRINCE OF BROADWAY, opening in Japan in 2015, and also touches upon her ongoing desire to pursue a film adaptation of her multi-Tony Award-winning and genre-redefining 2000 Best Musical, CONTACT. All of that and much, much awaits in this wide-ranging conversation!
Photo Flash: Georgia Stitt, Susan Egan et al. Perform at Birdland!

The Broadway at Birdland series was proud to present both Susan Egan, Tony-nominated for her performance as Belle in Beauty and the Beast, and Georgia Stitt, the award-winning theatrical composer, in concert together. The duo sang about and discussed their shared passions in an evening of new music and re-conceived classics that touched upon every aspect of their modern, multi-tasking lives! Susan was even subjected to an impromptu voice lesson from renowned and reviled vocal coach/YouTube superstar, Miranda Sings.
Randall Anne Brooks and Jerry Sharell Give LA Concert, 10/30

Singer Randall Anne Brooks, who portrayed orphan "Duffy" in the original Broadway cast of Annie, will, on October 30, 2011, perform a new cabaret show with her best friend, Jerry Sharell, who was "Mickey" on the 80's Disney musical TV series, Kids Incorporated. The one-night performance will take place at Sterling's Upstairs at Vitello's in Studio City, CA.
Randall Anne Brooks and Jerry Sharell Give LA Concert, 10/30

Singer Randall Anne Brooks, who portrayed orphan "Duffy" in the original Broadway cast of Annie, will, on October 30, 2011, perform a new cabaret show with her best friend, Jerry Sharell, who was "Mickey" on the 80's Disney musical TV series, Kids Incorporated. The one-night performance will take place at Sterling's Upstairs at Vitello's in Studio City, CA.
Peter Marshall, Cousin Brucie, et al. Set for MY MUSIC on PBS Tonight

THIRTEEN, PBS' flagship station in the New York tri-state area, will broadcast a very special night of programming from TJL Productions' acclaimed MY MUSIC series to kick off its June pledge period this Saturday, June 4. The evening begins at 6:00 pm ET with MY MUSIC: MOMENTS TO REMEMBER, when classic TV host Peter Marshall, New York radio legend Cousin Brucie and MY MUSIC executive producer TJ Lubinsky will be joined in the studio by crooners Bob Flick of The Brothers Four and Frank Busseri of The Four Lads to present a celebration of favorite songs from the late '50s and early '60s.
Peter Marshall, Cousin Brucie, et al. Set for MY MUSIC on PBS, 6/4

THIRTEEN, PBS' flagship station in the New York tri-state area, will broadcast a very special night of programming from TJL Productions' acclaimed MY MUSIC series to kick off its June pledge period this Saturday, June 4. The evening begins at 6:00 pm ET with MY MUSIC: MOMENTS TO REMEMBER, when classic TV host Peter Marshall, New York radio legend Cousin Brucie and MY MUSIC executive producer TJ Lubinsky will be joined in the studio by crooners Bob Flick of The Brothers Four and Frank Busseri of The Four Lads to present a celebration of favorite songs from the late '50s and early '60s.
Ronnie Spector And Others Perform In PBS Broadcast ROCK, POP & DOO WOP, 3/5

Rock and pop legends Ronnie Spector (of The Ronettes) and Jon 'Bowzer' Bauman (of Sha Na Na) team up to host a celebration of the best-loved songs from the late 1950s and early 1960s in an all-new MY MUSIC concert event. Recorded in May 2010, this special offers emotion-packed performances from iconic voices singing songs that have remained popular for over forty years. ROCK, POP & DOO WOP (MY MUSIC) is part of special programming premiering on PBS stations beginning March 5, 2011 and airing throughout March (check local listings).
Ronnie Spector And Others Perform In PBS Broadcast ROCK, POP & DOO WOP, 3/5

Rock and pop legends Ronnie Spector (of The Ronettes) and Jon 'Bowzer' Bauman (of Sha Na Na) team up to host a celebration of the best-loved songs from the late 1950s and early 1960s in an all-new MY MUSIC concert event. Recorded in May 2010, this special offers emotion-packed performances from iconic voices singing songs that have remained popular for over forty years. ROCK, POP & DOO WOP (MY MUSIC) is part of special programming premiering on PBS stations beginning March 5, 2011 and airing throughout March (check local listings).
B.B. Kings Blues Club Announces Upcoming Shows and Events

B.B. King Blues Club & Grill is located at 237 West 42nd Street (between 7th and 8th Avenues) New York, NY 10036

La La Brooks FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has La La Brooks been in?

La La Brooks has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

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La La Brooks has not appeared in the West End.

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