Philip Gould has lived with theatre since the age of seven when he first appeared on stage for J.C.Williamsons. Success was not just related to the stage but also in television with the ever-popular Young Talent Time. Just prior to going to England in 1984, Philip's career in theatre took off again first of all with the world premiere of More Canterbury Tales and the well coveted role of Tony in West Side Story. Living in London from 1984 - 1996 where he performed in such shows as Nite-Club Confidential, Show Boat, Oklahoma, Buddy, and the famous 42nd Street.
Not only did he perform with the likes of Caroline O'Connor and Catherine Zeta-Jones, but he was one of two chosen from the English Opera cast to perform on a recorded version for Decca Records with the likes of Jerry Hadley (Opera and Music Theatre Tenor) and John Marceri (international conductor). Other credits include several Royal Command, Childrens Royal & Gala Performances for all the Royals and a special night at the Covent Garden opera house where he got to work alongside Princess Di. Philip is no stranger when it comes to Australian theatre of course. He has performed many roles in many shows here, such as Cable in South Pacific, Ralphe Rackstraw in HMS Pinafore, Gaylord Ravenal Show Boat, George in She Loves Me (opposite Lisa McCune) etc
He wowed audiences who came to see him as the pathetic small time hoodlum, 'Rooster' in Annie (for which he won a Greenroom Award) and again showed his hand as a comic actor playing 'Lord Evelyn Oakleigh' in Anything Goes (also nominated). Apart from Music Man for the Production Co. Gould played the role of the 'Tinman' for 14 months in Wizard Of Oz. Philip was made an honorary patron of the Whitehorse Musical theatre group for his special contribution. In July 2008, Philip took the lead role of 'Buddy' in The Production Company's anniversary production, Follies amongst a stellar cast, and during that same year was seen swash-buckling in The Pirates Of Penzance.
''Have I The Right / Holiday'' 1974 L&Y
''Centre Fold / True True Love'' 1975 Atlantics Chicago
''Stop / All I Want To Do Is Sing'' 1977 Philips
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