“Joel's performance as Elton John is staggeringly close to the real thing.” - The Weekly Herald “6000 people just had a great night!” - Claire Watson - Alexandra Palace “Amazing tribute to Elton John.” - Mark Ritchie - The Stage lyrics artistfacts Songfacts: With lyrics by Bernie Taupin, this song is directed at a former lover, as Elton sings about how he is still standing strong without this person. The show takes you throughn incredible legacy of great songs and music and features all the hits including Crocodile Rock, Rocket Man, Candle in the Wind, Don't Go Breaking My Heart, Sacrifice, Daniel and The Circle of Life. Recreated audio snippets add to the atmosphere of each decade and combine with the visuals to set the perfect backdrop for each era of Elton John's long career. This has been achieved with strong imagery throughout the show aided by the use of projections both on the screen and even the piano itself. The challenge of writing a show that covers 5 decades and multiple costumes was blending it all together. Show producer Ash Sethi ensures that both the performance and staging are of the highest level in order to further the impression of watching the real Elton John live. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of fame in 1994 and knighted in 1998. His unique blend of pop and rock styles turned him into one of the biggest icons of the 20th century.Īlongside his stellar solo career he has also found time to compose scores and songs for several West End Musicals including the award winning Billy Elliot and movies such as the much acclaimed The Lion King. No show about Elton John would be complete without the outrageous outfits and glasses which have become a signature of his live shows from the early 1970's right up to the modern day.Įlton John has sold over 366 million records and is also credited with the biggest selling single of all time. I'm Still Standing – The Music of Elton John is a musical celebration of the legendary 50 year career of Sir Elton John.įeaturing all of his greatest hits performed by the outstanding Joel Buckingham and backed by an amazing live band. This show has been rescheduled from the previous dates of 28 March & 1 October 2020 & Friday 30 April 2021.Īll original tickets remain valid for the new date of Saturday 12 March 2022. I'm Still Standing – The Music of Elton John
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