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present) ( 2 children). View Videos. His songs soar! Find the song lyrics for Kerry Butler - Top Tracks. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. You can withdraw your consent for these messages at any time. If you do all those things, then you set yourself up for success. When I finally got the opportunity to see her in person in Xanadu earlier this year, I am in love. I go to Walt Disney World all the time. Being a part of this business brings you in constant contact with some of the most incredible people in the world. Kevin: I like singing “Out There” from The Hunchback of Notre Dame, but I have to say that “Proud of your Boy” has been a joy to sing too. Being on Broadway is a special gift and honor that I never take for granted. Kerry Butler is credited as Performer and Musician. Two of those stars, Kerry Butler and Kevin Massey, perform this weekend and we got to know these performing artists a bit better with this quick Q&A session in our #ArtfulEpcot series this week! Walt Disney World is such a magical place, and it’s so cool to be a part of that magic! She started doing commercials until her mother decided that she was too young to be acting and wanted her to have a "normal" childhood. Be sure to catch Kerry and Kevin perform at the festival this weekend at 5:30 p.m., 6:45 p.m. and 8 p.m. Friday through Monday at the America Gardens Theatre! Everyone is passionate and so good at what they do. Her voice can be heard on both the "Little Shop of Horrors" and "Hairspray" soundtracks. #ArtfulEpcot Series: Q&A with Broadway Stars Kerry Butler and Kevin Massey. Kevin: I always say, if it’s what you love, keep at it! After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. Alan Menken knows how to write incredible songs for both male and female characters. By submitting this form, you are granting Disney Parks Blog permission to email you. Stream ad-free with Amazon Music Unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet.

Kerry: I dreamed of being on Broadway since I was 9 and saw “Annie.” I never forget how fortunate I am. Kerry Butler caught my attention while listening to the Bat Boy cast recording way back when. The concerts showcase some of Broadway’s biggest and brightest stars singing hit songs from Disney on Broadway musicals each festival weekend. View agent, publicist, legal and company contact details on IMDbPro, (1997 - Born in the Bensonhurst neighborhood of Brooklyn, Butler began acting in commercials at age three. For more information on our data collection and use practices, please read our Privacy Policy.

I knew that was what I wanted to do." Kevin: It’s incredible to be able to share so many of Epcot guests’ favorite songs with them and introduce some new songs to them as well. |  Kerry Butler is a Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, and Drama League Award nominee most well known for her roles as Penny Pingleton in Hairspray, Clio/ Kira in Xanadu, Mrs. Heron/ Ms. Norbury/ Mrs. George in Mean Girls, and most recently Barbara in Beetlejuice on Broadway. I thought I was going to be a doctor, even through college. To enjoy Prime Music, go to Your Music Library and transfer your account to Amazon.com (US). by Allison Montgomery, Public Relations Manager, Walt Disney World Resort. I met my wife because we worked together (and I married her every night onstage), so it has worked out pretty well!

You become a family with the cast, it’s really a great job! Day-O (The Banana Boat Song) [Act 1 Finale] by Leslie Kritzer, Adam Dannheisser, Sophia Anne Caruso, Kerry Butler, Rob McClure, Alex Brightman, Ramone Owens, Jill Abramovitz, Danny Rutigliano, Beetlejuice Original Broadway Cast Recording Ensemble on Beetlejuice (Original Broadway Cast Recording) By providing my email address I'd like to receive updates, special offers, and other information via electronic messages and postal mail from Disney Destinations, LLC and other members of The Walt Disney Family of Companies. For being only 5' 2", it is amazing how incredibly powerful her voice is!! Publicity Listings Allie, Other Works

Kerry Butler was born in Brooklyn, New York and, from the age of three, she knew that she wanted to be an actress.
Official Sites. You can revoke permission to mail your email address at any time using the unsubscribe link, found at the bottom of every email. Kevin: I think I thought it would be really cool to be on Broadway, but it was not always my dream. She also appeared in the horror movie Campfire Stories (2001) and also in the independent film, Brooklyn Sonnet (2000) (aka Borough of Kings). Kerry: In this concert series it’s “A Whole New World.” In general, it’s “Part of Your World.” Ariel is my favorite Disney Princess. You also get to travel around the world and even to Walt Disney World! I’ve seen many shows at Epcot, and it’s been a dream to perform here. Download our mobile app now. Kerry: It has been truly magical. But, she is best known for her work in theater. One of my favorite experiences during the Epcot International Festival of the Arts has been taking family and friends to see the extremely talented performers in the Disney on Broadway Concert Series. Prime members enjoy FREE Delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, TV shows, original audio series, and Kindle books. No results were found for that selection. Find Kerry Butler bio, music, credits, awards, & streaming links on AllMusic Listen to your favorite songs from Kerry Butler. I get paid to do what I love.

BIO. This album with happy songs are sung by this adorable lady with a voice that will make you grin the whole way through. You usually get rejected at least once a day, the key is to not take it personally. However, Kerry's acting was not simply a childhood phase. Train as hard as you can, always be prepared, say yes to as much as you can and be nice to everyone! After much begging, her mother let her return to acting when she was ten and she's been doing ever since. Two of those stars, Kerry Butler and Kevin Massey, perform this weekend and we got to know these performing artists a bit better with this quick Q&A session in our #ArtfulEpcot series this week! Nominated for the 2008 Tony Award (New York City) for Actress in a Musical for "Xanadu". |  Kerry Marie Butler (born June 18, 1971) is an American actress known primarily for her work in theatre. A must have album! Kerry Butler was born in Brooklyn, New York and, from the age of three, she knew that she wanted to be an actress. I am a HUGE Disney fan.

Kerry has had a few small roles on television such as on Sesame Street (1969), Another World (1964) and One Life to Live (1968). Has two adopted children, one of whom was the inspiration for the _Sesame Street_ song, "I Love My Hair". The concerts showcase some of Broadway’s biggest and brightest stars singing hit songs from Disney on Broadway musicals each festival weekend. Recently, Kerry created the role of "DeDe Truitt" in "The Opposite of Sex" in San Francisco and she is the Principal in "The Miracle Brothers". IBDB (Internet Broadway Database) archive is the official database for Broadway theatre information. On the stage, Kerry has enjoyed long runs on Broadway as "Belle" in "Beauty and the Beast", "Eponine" in "Les Miserables", "Ms. Jones" in "Blood Brothers", "Audrey" in "Little Shop of Horrors" and she created the role of "Penny Pingleton" in in the Tony Award-winning musical "Hairspray". But, somehow I got sidetracked…and I’m so glad I did! Your Amazon Music account is currently associated with a different marketplace. I’ve been so lucky, last year I did my tenth Broadway show. Discover top playlists and videos from your favorite artists on Shazam! Then you walk through the doors that open and see where they lead.

We take your privacy seriously. She started doing commercials until her mother decided that she was too young to be acting and wanted her to have a "normal" childhood. There's a problem loading this menu right now. - IMDb Mini Biography By: Kerry: I always say the people who can take rejection are the ones who can make it. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, Day-O (The Banana Boat Song) [Act 1 Finale], © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. However, Kerry's acting was not simply a childhood phase. Destinations: Epcot, Walt Disney World Resort, Start planning your dream Disney Vacation