As a theater enthusiast with a deep appreciation for the arts, I find myself deeply saddened by the passing of Ken Page. His illustrious career spanning both stage and screen has left an indelible mark on my own journey through the world of performing arts.
Theater legend Ken Page, who famously played Old Deuteronomy on Broadway’s “Cats” and charmed kids as Oogie Boogie in “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” has sadly passed away. He died peacefully at his home in St. Louis, Missouri on Monday. Todd M. Eskin, a talent agent from the ATB Talent Agency, confirmed the news yesterday without disclosing the cause of death.
Throughout his career, this individual appeared on both stage and screen. He shared the spotlight with Beyoncé in the 2006 film version of a musical, lent his voice to King Gator in the timeless Don Bluth animation “All Dogs Go to Heaven”, and played Nicely-Nicely Johnson during the initial Broadway revival of “Guys and Dolls” (his performance of “Sit Down, You’re Rockin’ The Boatt” was legendary).
As a theater performer, Page first graced Broadway in the initial run of “The Wiz,” portraying the timid lion character. He was honored with a Drama Desk Award for his role in the original cast of the Fats Waller musical “Ain’t Misbehavin’.” When the production returned to Broadway in 1988, he reprised his part in the show.
In 1982, Page became part of the initial cast of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Cats” musical, taking on the character of Old Deuteronomy, the enchanting feline leader who serves as the pivotal point in the entire production. He was requested to reprise his role in 1998 when a recording of this enduring musical was made for fans through direct-to-video taping.
On platform X, Elaine Paige, who once shared the stage with Ken Page on Broadway, expressed her tribute: “My dear Old Deuteronomy from the 1998 film adaptation of @CatsMusical, Ken Page, has ascended to the celestial realm. This September is proving quite melancholic. Ken was a wonderful, considerate, gifted individual. Farewell, Ken.
1993 saw Danny Elfman embodying the villainous character Oogie Boogie in Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas.” His deep voice complemented the eerily charming character perfectly. Elfman frequently took to the stage at the Hollywood Bowl for live performances of “Oogie Boogie’s Song,” often stealing the spotlight.
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