Dreamgirls

Why see Dreamgirls?

A dreamy stage spectacular

Closing 12 January 2019

Don't miss this musical biopic based on the story of The Supremes. First hitting the Broadway stage in 1981, in 2005 it enjoyed an adaptation to the big screen starring Beyonce Knowles, Jennifer Hudson, and Anika Noni-Rose, before opening in London to rave reviews in 2016.

With a powerful score and thought-provoking story, glittering sets and costumes, Dreamgirls is the ultimate theatrical experience. Expect to be on your feet at some of the powerhouse performances, we promise you - you're gonna love it!

What is it about?

Hopeful talents Deena Jones, Lorrell Robinson and Effie White are performing as "The Dreamettes" when ambitious agent Curtis Taylor, Jr. discovers them.

After quickly landing them a job as backup singers for the soul and rock 'n roll sensation James "Thunder" Early he begins to guide their quickly rising career, and dictates their every move. However, when the beautiful Deena emerges as the star of the group rather than the full-voiced Effie, the girls' rivalry leads to a personal and professional crossroads for the trio.

With a powerful score and thought-provoking story, Dreamgirls has touched audiences all the way from 1980s Broadway to 21st century Hollywood, introducing some legendary breakthrough performances along the way.

Key Information

Audience

Suitable for ages 10+

Dates

Finished 12 Jan 2019

Cast

Marisha Wallace, Moya Angela and Karen Mav as Effie White 
Brennyn Lark  as Deena Jonvs
Asmeret Ghebremihael as Lorrell Robinson
Joe Aaron Reid as Curtis Taylor Jr.
Tosh Wanogho-Maud as Jimmy 'Thunder' Early
Durone Stokes as C.C. White
Delroy Brown as Marty
Kimmy Edwards as Michelle Morris

Michael Afemare, Callum Aylott, Ashford Campbell, Sanchia Amber Clarke, Georgia Bradshaw, Jabari Braham, Nicole Raquel Dennis, Nicole Deon, Rhiane Drummond, Ashlee Irish, Emma Louise Jones, Ashley Luke Lloyd, Samira Mighty, Jayde Nelson, Aston New, Sean Parkins, Kirk Patterson, Rohan Pinnock-Hamilton, Ryan Reid, Rohan Richards and Joshua Robinson

Creative

Directed by Casey Nicholaw

Awards

What's On Stage Award Nominations 2018

Best Original Cast Recording

What's On Stage Awards 2017

Best Actress in a Musical - Amber Riley

OLIVIER AWARDs 2017

Best Actor in a Supporting Role in a Musical - Adam J Bernard
Best Actress in a Musical - Amber Riley

Reviews

Our review

Glittering musical magic

I'm happy to report that Dreamgirls, the much anticipated London premiere of Henry Krieger & Tom Eyen's 1981 musical does not just follow that trend but ups the ante to stratospheric heights. It is a masterclass in the biographical musical, a glittering

Kitty McCarron

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Customer reviews

24 reviews, average rating: (3.9 Stars)

S Lyttle

Brilliant

A fantastic show from start to finish. The costumes were amazing and the singing was outstanding. ... Read more

Olivia

Amazing

One of the best musicals I have seen. The talent, the voices, dances, the stage was truly fantastic and magical. I really enjoyed the musical and I highly recommend! ... Read more

darren woodcraft

Dream girls

AMAZING ... Read more
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