Notable musical roles include lead roles in The Phantom of the Opera, The Secret Garden (as Archibald Craven), Annie, Guys and Dolls, My Fair Lady (as "Henry Higgins"), Jekyll and Hyde (recording only), and Man of La Mancha, as well as a significant supporting role in Les Misérables (as "Enjolras").
His portrayal of the Phantom of the Opera (in the first Australian production, ca. 1990), a demanding role, vocally, dramatically and physically, is regarded as being among the finest in the world. Critics have been quoted as noting his was the only performance to rival Michael Crawford's (the original Phantom in the West End and on Broadway) legendary interpretation of the role. At 29 years old, he became the youngest actor to hold the role, a distinction he holds to this day.
In October 2006, it was announced that Anthony will return to the role of the Phantom in the July 2007 production to be launched in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. [1]
His opera roles include major roles in Die Fledermaus (as "Gabriel Eisenstein"), The Magic Flute (as "Papageno"), and A Midsummer Night's Dream.
Anthony Warlow was the youngest baritone ever to play the role of "Papageno", a role which he played for the first time at the age of 21.
His Gilbert and Sullivan roles for Opera Australia include the featured comedic role in The Mikado (as "Ko-Ko") in 2004, as well as appearing in major roles in the 1996 production of Patience (as "Archibald Grosvenor") and in the 2005 double-bill of Trial by Jury (as the "Learned Judge") and H.M.S. Pinafore (as "Captain Corcoran"). Apart from The Mikado, these the Gilbert and Sullivan productions are available on DVD.
Warlow is currently appearing in the Opera Australia production of "The Pirates of Penzance" (another popular Gilbert and Sullivan comic opera), in which he is appearing in the role of the "Pirate King" - with performances during 2006 in Sydney, New South Wales (at the Sydney Opera House), in Canberra, A.C.T. and in Brisbane, Queensland (at the Lyric Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre). During 2007 he will return to the role in Melbourne, Victoria.
In the opera production, Anthony Warlow looks very much like Captain Jack Sparrow from "Pirates of the Caribbean". Anthony Warlow said, in an press interview in Brisbane, that he had deliberately based his Pirate King character on the Pirate Captain from "Pirates of the Caribbean" - commenting that people, who did not know the opera, recognised the Pirate character he portrayed, and also recognised the gestures he used, which were also based on the Pirate Captain from the movie - and that this recognition might help people (who knew the "Pirates of the Caribbean" movie, but not "The Pirates of Penzance" opera), enjoy the opera more [2]. Also appearing in the production are David Hobson (as "Frederic"), and Suzanne Johnston (as "Ruth").
This production of "The Pirates of Penzance", with Anthony Warlow as the Pirate King, was shown on television, by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, on Saturday night 9 December, 2006 - followed by a comment that a DVD of the production (just seen) had now been released (the opera was filmed during a live performance at the Sydney Opera House). There was also a comment that Anthony Warlow would be back on television, in a concert performance, on the night of 24 December (the concert will also be shown by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation).
Anthony Warlow was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in 1992, during the early publicity for the arena production of Jesus Christ Superstar where he was to appear as Pilate. This forced him to put his career on hold for about a year while he battled the disease. He returned to performance in the second half of 1993 with a national concert tour for the launch of his Back In The Swing album. He has since done promotional work for the Leukaemia Foundation of Australia.
His 4th solo album, Midnight Dreaming, made it to the top ten of the Australian Aria Charts.
Heart
Anthony Warlow Lyrics
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Last rites first blood
Maybe a dream but then it's clear enough
Can't hide can't sleep
Is it the vision or the body heat?
True love's when your heart's on fire
If I'm the paper you're the sparkin' wire
One step too deep
I made a promise now it's hard to keep
One word one kiss
Come any closer and you burn like this
True love's when your heart's on fire
If I'm the paper you're the sparkin' wire
True love's when your heart's on fire
You're talking trouble when you move this fast
You're never certain that the light will last
You've got to wonder when the place will blow
Leaving nothing but a bed of coals
I made a promise not to fall this time
And not to watch another love go blind
Not to let another flame burn low
Now I'm praying that you won't let go
Well all right it's hot stuff
It's hard to focus but it's clear enough
The weak run, the lost hide
The strong forever hold the flame inside
True love's when your heart's on fire
If I'm the paper you're the sparkin' wire
True love's when your heart's on fire
"Heart's on Fire" by Anthony Warlow, John Farnham, and Olivia Newton-John is a song about the intensity and passion of true love. The lyrics describe the feeling of being consumed by love, unable to hide from or ignore the heat and energy that it brings. The verses suggest that this kind of love can be both exhilarating and dangerous, with the potential to burn out of control if not carefully tended. However, the chorus asserts that despite the risks, true love is worth pursuing, as it ignites the heart and fuels a spark that can never be extinguished.
The song's imagery is particularly striking, as it compares love to fire and heat, describing it as both beautiful and terrifying. The repeated refrain of "true love's when your heart's on fire," emphasizes the passion and intensity of the love being sung about, while the metaphor of the singer as "paper" and their lover as the "sparkin' wire" suggests that they need each other to create a powerful and lasting flame.
Overall, "Heart's on Fire" is a song that celebrates the transformative power of true love, while acknowledging the risks and potential for destruction that come with it.
Line by Line Meaning
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Unknown reference or meaning
Last rites first blood
Starting something new and pure, while acknowledging the potential for it to end badly
Maybe a dream but then it's clear enough
Uncertainty about whether something is real or not, but eventually realizing its true nature
Can't hide can't sleep
Feeling restless and unable to relax due to intense emotions
Is it the vision or the body heat?
Uncertainty about whether the passionate feelings are based on a shared vision or pure physical attraction
True love's when your heart's on fire
Defining true love as a burning passion that cannot be ignored
If I'm the paper you're the sparkin' wire
Using a metaphor to describe how the singer and their lover work together to ignite a fiery love
One step too deep
Acknowledging the risk of getting hurt by diving into a deep and intense love
I made a promise now it's hard to keep
Struggling to keep a promise made in the heat of passion
One word one kiss
Expressing how even small moments of intimacy can ignite a powerful passion
Come any closer and you burn like this
Warning that getting too close to the intense feelings will have consequences
You're talking trouble when you move this fast
Acknowledging the risk and potential for harm when moving too quickly in a relationship
You're never certain that the light will last
Knowing that even strong feelings may not be enough to sustain a relationship in the long term
You've got to wonder when the place will blow
Noticing the potential for the passionate feelings to escalate and become overwhelming
Leaving nothing but a bed of coals
Describing the aftermath of a passionate relationship that has burned out
I made a promise not to fall this time
Promising to be cautious and avoid getting hurt in a new relationship
And not to watch another love go blind
Avoiding the pain of watching a relationship fade or die over time
Not to let another flame burn low
Promising to actively work to maintain the passion and intensity in a relationship
Now I'm praying that you won't let go
Expressing vulnerability and hoping that the other person will reciprocate the intensity of the feelings
Well all right it's hot stuff
Acknowledging the intense nature of the relationship
It's hard to focus but it's clear enough
Feeling overwhelmed by the intensity of the feelings but still recognizing their true nature
The weak run, the lost hide
Suggesting that only strong and brave individuals can handle the intensity of the feelings
The strong forever hold the flame inside
Only those who are truly passionate can maintain the intensity of the feelings over time
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: STANLEY LYNCH, THOMAS E. KIMMEL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@kamfan80
RIP Olivia 💖💖💖
Have always LOVED rewatching this iconic gig... now its even more special!
Taken too soon... heaven will sing forever!
What a shit week --- first Judith Durham now ONJ.
💯🇦🇺💖🎙💖🇦🇺💯
@MichaelWilliams-ff7kb
My Mum used to play this when I was a kid. Anthony Warlow "this is the moment" is a beautiful song. I've been trying to learn it so I can sing it to Mum
@Deblaw60
Love them so much. RIP Olivia. Beautiful souls and those voices. Australia has been blessed. So happy the world is hearing and see more of these incomparable talents and the kindest of people. 😍🥰🤩
@oldwarriorproductions8411
This hits me in the childhood. As a little kid, I would watch this time and time again on vhs. Those were the days and I was just hypnotised by John’s amazing voice. RIP Olivia
@gilbertmoyes2918
When the concert opened in Newcastle N.S.W. I had the honor of being part of the First Aid Team at the venue. Prior to the concert and after the sound checks I had the privilege of sitting down for a coffee and chat with all three Australian outstanding artists. A privilege I will always remember.
@bernadettelanders7306
What a wonderful time it must have been for you
@andream..
Oh agree. I had the best view from the the truss above. We would climb as they were finishing rehearsal, JF called us ‘the village people’ cos we were in harness, hard hats and carrying drop ropes! THOSE WERE THE DAYS! 😎
@bernadettelanders7306
@Andream - and another terrific job to have at the concert - apart from the hard work I bet you had a great time.
@kayefainges5167
I feel so blessed that I finally got to see these fabulous musicians perform after so many decades. I am feeling even more blessed now with ONJ a beautiful Angel with her wings and John Farnham facing such a challenge ahead of him. I always hoped there would miraculously be ‘just 1 more time’ to see them together. RIP beautiful Liv and sending Jack all the love and healing I can for a speedy recovery.
@lucyalderuccio8830
Anthony and Olivia sound amazing together.
@beateruster4432
Ich bin aus Deutschland und mit Olivia und John aufgewachsen. Ich liebe beide so sehr. Leider hatte ich nie das Glück sie live zu sehen. Olivia hatte nur ein Konzert hier gegeben, in Hamburg. Aber ich habe die DVDs der two strong hearts Tour und von diesem Event. Diese schaue ich mir immer wieder an. Mein Herz ist gebrochen, als ich von Olivias Tod hörte und dann ein paar Wochen später, Johns Krebs 😭. Es sind beide so besondere Menschen. Ich bin ein großer Fan von beiden ❤️. RIP Olivia. Ich schicke all meine Liebe zu John und gute Besserung.