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Motown - The Musical

Why see Motown - The Musical?

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More than just a Broadway show, Motown: The musical is an incredible look back at the country's most loved genre and the music that transformed America. This hit Broadway musical garnered four nominations at the 2013 Tony Awards and now its musical magic is set to hit theatres throughout the US, coming to in , ,

Filled with the back stories of legends such as Diana Ross, Smokey Robinson and a whole host of the motor city's favourite stars, and featuring billboard busting classics like 'My Girl' and 'Ain't No Mountain High Enough', this is an uplifting show about how Motown broke down racial barriers and got us all dancing to the same rhythm!

What is Motown: The Musical about?

Motown: The Musical follows writing impresario and founder of the Motown label, Berry Gordy as he fights against the odds to turn his improbable dream into all singing, all dancing reality. Adapted from Berry's own 1994 autobiography, 'To Be Loved', this is an incredible walk down memory lane, as we see how Smokey got his honey toned voice and how Diana found fame, amongst 50 classic songs that are guaranteed to keep you dancing all night long.

Did you know?

Berry Gordy nearly turned down the Jackson Five, because he didn't want to work with kids. It was Gladys Knight who eventually pursuaded him to sign them, a year later!

Key Information

Audience

Suitable for audiences of all ages

Run Time

Two hours and 45 minutes, which includes a 15-minute intermission

Dates

Finished Aug 16, 2015

Cast

Kennth Mosley as Berry Gordy
Trenyce as Diana Ross
Matt Manuel as Marvin Gaye
Justin Reynolds as Smokey Robinson
Chase Phillips and Kai Calhoun as Young Berry Gordon/Young Michael Jackson/Young Stevie Wonder.

Ensemble: Michelle Alves, Malcolm Armwood, Erick Buckley, Darilyn Castillo, Judith Franklin, Jeremy Gaston, Alyssa V. Gomez, Garfield Hammonds, Rod Harrelson, Jared Howelton, Louis James Jackson, Elijah Ahmad Lewis, Ramone Owens, Devin Price, Alana Randall, Tavia Rive, Matthew Sims Jr., Kimberly Ann Steele, Doug Storm, Daniel Robert Sullivan, Gabriella Whiting, Galen J. Williams, and Ricardo A. Zayas

Creative

Directed by Charles Randolph-Wright
Book by Berry Gordy, Jr.
Produced by Kevin McCollum, Doug Morris and Berry Gordy
Scenic Design by David Korins

Awards

Nominated for FOUR 2013 Tony Awards including:


Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical - Valisia LeKae

Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical - Charl Brown

Best Orchestrations

Best Sound Design of a Musical

Reviews

Customer reviews

42 reviews, average rating: (4.3 Stars)

LindaL

Musically entertainment

My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed Motown, it was so uplifting. The actors were amazing, and so entertaining and had me so enthralled that I didn't want it to end. I would highly recommend this musical, and would definitely go see it again. Our seats were great, in row E seats 1 and 3, and were right in the middle of the stage,. We ate at the Earl of Sussex, real food he service. I would recommend the food. ... Read more

Jran

Motown brings it

This musical was outstanding. Had us singing, had us dancing , all depictions were on point. Couldn't wait for the next song. BG's voice had me tearing up. All of the cast were stellar and brought the energy of Motown to life. I was thoroughly impressed with Diana on the 11/20/15 show, not original lead. Mini Michael rocked. Marvin and Smokey were killer too. It is a must see. ... Read more

Maceo

Exciting....so many memories

Fast-paced...energetic....fun night out...I could go on...just go and see it!! ... Read more
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