Apollo Theater- Harlem (New York City, NY)
The legendary Apollo Theater hosts a new production of Dreamgirls, the hit musical that inspired the Oscar-winning movie. It's the timeless story of a trio of up-and-coming girl singing group in the 1960s, and the personal and professional struggles they encounter on the road to fame.
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It started with the line outside. We showed up a little after 7pm, it was easy to pick up the tickets. The line into the appolo moved swiftly. Once inside of course the show did not start on time, but once it did. The set was great, and you could see everything no matter where you sat. Just be prepared that the show is 2hrs 40 minutes. The play is true to the movie, evewn with the costumes. Ladies will love changing into all the different dresses and other fashion. I really liked it, and I did it as a gift to my wife, so I didnt expect anything out of it.
it was great. i loved it. very excellent performance.
Good for what it was - just don't go expecting similar movie type production/acting/singing. However, strong cast, good performances, good singing. Have recommended it to other friends.
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The world famous Apollo Theater is so much more than a historic landmark - it is a source of pride and a symbol of the brilliance of American artistic accomplishment. With its rich history and continued significance, the Apollo Theater, considered the bastion of African-American culture and achievement, is one of the most fascinating chronicles in American history.
Website: http://www.dreamgirlsonstage.com/
When Dreamgirls first opened on Broadway in 1981, it racked up the awards and garnered the acclaim that made it the classic favorite we know and love today. Full of onstage joy and backstage drama, Dreamgirls tells the story of an up-and-coming 1960s girl singing group and the triumphs and tribulations that come with fame and fortune.
Hopeful talents Deena Jones, Lorrell Robinson and Effie White are performing as “The Dreamettes” when ambitious agent Curtis Taylor, Jr. discovers them. He lands them a job as backup singers for the soul and rock ‘n’ roll sensation James “Thunder” Early and begins to guide their quickly rising career. However, when the beautiful Deena emerges as the star of the group rather than the full-voiced Effie, the girls are brought to personal and professional crossroads.
With its powerful score and thought-provoking story, Dreamgirls has touched audiences from 1980s Broadway to 21st century Hollywood, introducing some legendary breakthrough performances along the way. Newcomer Moya Angela will assume the legendary role of Effie played by Jennifer Holliday in the original production and Jennifer Hudson in the 2006 film adaptation. Syesha Mercado as Deena and Adrienne Warren as Lorrell, completing the trio, join Angela in heading an incredible cast of talented performers. Dreamgirls returns to the stage in this brand-new production that promises to provide the show-stopping numbers and touching performances audiences have come to expect.