'Why Haven't I Heard of You?' - Actor, Showman and Entrepreneur, Darryl Lovegrove

A serial entertainment entrepreneur, a dynamic Master of Ceremonies and an accomplished musical theatre performer, Darryl Lovegrove was a member of the original Australian casts of Les Miserables and Chess. He is also known for his celebrated portrayal of Jesus in the Australian and New Zealand tours of Jesus Christ Superstar. He featured with Sarah Brightman in the Australasian tour of The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber and received critical acclaim as John Lennon in the New Zealand national tour of Looking Through a Glass Onion. In 1998, Darryl co-created the operatic global phenomenon The Three Waiters which became, and remains to this day, the most-booked corporate entertainment act in the world. The business established offices in Sydney, London and New York, and the act has been seen by more than 3 million people in over 80 countries. In 2009, Darryl formed 'Lovegrove Entertainment' which produced Australasian corporate entertainment favourites The Leading Men and Jersey to Motown. In 2012 Darryl and his then 12 year old daughter, Harmony, known as Darryl & Harmony were awarded the Australian Event Awards 'Entertainer of the Year'. Darryl has recently released a book titled 'Why Haven't I Heard Of You?' The book details his experiences on stages and in the business world. He also examines the creation of new work and generously gives advice to performers. Maintaining a passion and striving for longevity in a precarious industry can present challenges. Darryl speaks with passion and wisdom born from a rewarding ride in the business we call show.