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DEAR EVAN HANSEN, Pre-Broadway Engagement of AIN'T TOO PROUD, and More Join 2018/19 Mirvish Theatre Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2018


The 2018/19 Mirvish season will feature six Canadian premieres, one North American premiere, one pre-Broadway engagement and five new productions. A total of 16 shows will play at Mirvish theatres from June 2018 to July 2019. The main subscription season will feature seven shows and the Off-Mirvish season three shows. There will be six bonus shows that will not be on subscription.

First Season of SOULBLAZING WITH LISA HAISHA Starring Self -Help Guru Lisa Haisha Debuts on Amazon Prime Video
by Macon Prickett - Feb 12, 2018


If you're tired of self-help books giving you step-by-step instructions on how to be happy and achieve success, the new series 'SoulBlazing with Lisa Haisha' promises to provide a better approach to accomplishing your goals and living a fulfilling life.

MOTOWN THE MUSICAL Announces New West End Cast
by Stephi Wild - Feb 9, 2018


The hit West End production of Motown the Musical this weekend will celebrate its second birthday at the Shaftesbury Theatre and announces that from 6 March 2018 the West End cast will be led by Jay Perry as Berry Gordy, Natalie Kassanga as Diana Ross and Carl Spencer as Marvin Gaye. They join David Albury who continues in the role of Smokey Robinson. Cruz Lee-Ojo, 11 years old from Uxbridge also joins the Company to share the role of Young Michael Jackson, Berry Gordy and Stevie Wonder with Tumo Reetsang, 12 years old from Southwark, London.

BWW Review: MOTOWN: THE MUSICAL Is An Uplifting Blast From The Past!
by Alyson Eng - Feb 8, 2018


The minute the curtain was raised and a familiar tune of the Four Tops reached my ears, I knew that both the audience and I were going to be dancing in our seats all night. Throughout the evening, the audience was serenaded with many hits such as the sweet sound of The Temptations singing 'My Girl' and the classic song 'Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours' by the incredible Stevie Wonder. There was not one moment in the show that I did not absolutely adore.

BWW Review: MOTOWN: THE MUSICAL at Fred Kavli Theatre
by Cary Ginell - Jan 26, 2018


'Motown: The Musical' is, plain and simply, Berry Gordy's revenge on 'Dreamgirls.' After getting displayed in a negative fashion in that show, Gordy decided to create his own version of his career, painting himself in noble colors.

Temptations Musical AIN'T TOO PROUD Announces Los Angeles and Toronto Engagements
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 24, 2018


It was announced today that Ain't Too Proud The Life and Times of the Temptations will bring the incredible true story of the greatest R&B group of all time to Los Angeles and Toronto, following the previously announced upcoming engagement at Washington, D.C.'s John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts this summer.

The Pierre Celebrates The Best Of Broadway With New Monthly Cabaret Series
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2018


The Pierre New York is bringing the best of Broadway to guests and local residents alike with its popular new cabaret series, Broadway At The Pierre. On Today January 24th, the hotel is teaming up with award-winning Broadway Sings For Pride creative director Neal Bennington for a special evening with some of Broadway's brightest stars.

The Pierre Celebrates The Best Of Broadway With New Monthly Cabaret Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 19, 2018


The Pierre New York is bringing the best of Broadway to guests and local residents alike with its popular new cabaret series, Broadway At The Pierre. On Wednesday January 24th, the hotel is teaming up with award-winning Broadway Sings For Pride creative director Neal Bennington for a special evening with some of Broadway's brightest stars.

MOTOWN The Musical Comes To Edinburgh Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2018


Motown the Musical will embark on a major UK and Ireland tour opening at the Birmingham New Alexandra Theatre on 11 October 2018 where it will play until 3 November 2018 before visiting Leeds Grand Theatre (6 17 November 2018), Edinburgh Playhouse (20 November 8 December 2018), Bristol Hippodrome (10 January 2 February 2019), Bord Gais Energy Theatre Dublin (5 - 23 February 2019), Manchester Opera House (26 February 23 March 2019) and Wales Millennium Centre Cardiff (26-March - 6 April 2019). Further dates and casting to be announced soon.

UK and Ireland Tour of MOTOWN THE MUSICAL to Open at Birmingham's New Alexandria Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2018


Motown the Musical will embark on a major UK and Ireland tour opening at the Birmingham New Alexandra Theatre on 11 October 2018 where it will play until 3 November 2018 before touring the UK and Ireland.

Tickets to Worklight's MOTOWN THE MUSICAL Now on Sale
by Julie Musbach - Jan 12, 2018


Work Light Productions and the FSCJ Artist Series are proud to announce that single tickets for MOTOWN THE MUSICAL are on sale now. Tickets are available online, by phone and through our box office. MOTOWN THE MUSICAL will play at the Times-Union Center March 10-11, 2018 for three performances only! Group orders of 10 or more may be placed by calling (904) 632-5050.

MOTOWN THE MUSICAL to Dance Into Harris Center
by BWW News Desk - Jan 5, 2018


It began as one man's story and became everyone's music everywhere, around the world. MOTOWN THE MUSICAL is the story of Motown founder Berry Gordy's journey from featherweight boxer to the heavyweight music mogul who launched the careers of Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Smokey Robinson and many more.

Mary Wilson, Founding Member of The Supremes, Makes Feinsteins at the Nikko Debut
by Julie Musbach - Jan 4, 2018


Mary Wilson, founding member of the iconic group The Supremes, will make her Feinstein's at the Nikko debut on Friday, February 16 (8 p.m.) and Saturday, February 17 (8 p.m.). In this intimate evening, Ms. Wilson will perform a mix of classic Supremes hit and favorites from the Great American Songbook, as well as share stories from her legendary career. Tickets for Mary Wilson range in price from $48.75 $85 and are available now by calling 866-663-1063 or visitingwww.ticketfly.com.

Living Berry Gordy's American Dream! MOTOWN THE MUSICAL Roars Into The McCallum Theatre
by David Green - Jan 3, 2018


Work Light Productions and the McCallum Theatre present MOTOWN THE MUSICAL for eight performances Tuesday, January 16, through Sunday, January 21. The hit Broadway musical features music and lyrics from the legendary Motown catalogue and is produced by Kevin McCollum, Doug Morris and Motown founder Berry Gordy. Directed by Charles Randolph-Wright, MOTOWN is the true American dream story of Motown founder Berry Gordy's journey from featherweight boxer to the heavyweight music mogul who launched the careers of Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye and so many more.

BWW Interview: Justin Reynolds in MOTOWN at the San Diego Civic Theatre
by E.H. Reiter - Dec 27, 2017


Justin Reynolds talks about playing the iconic Smokey Robinson in the national tour of MOTOWN now playing through December 31st at the San Diego Civic Theatre.

Segerstrom Center to Offer Free Pre-Show Events for MOTOWN THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - Dec 14, 2017


Motown the Musical audiences and Motown music fans are invited to enjoy The Sound of Motown free pre-performance events on the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza. These 45-minute programs will tell the Motown story with insider tales and historic videos of Motown's early publicist Al Abrams from a 2010 lecture at the University of Michigan. There will be an exhibit of rare photographs and costumes from Detroit's Motown Museum.

MOTOWN THE MUSICAL to Bring Legendary Hits to South Bend This December
by BWW News Desk - Dec 1, 2017


Broadway Theatre League has announced that MOTOWN THE MUSICAL will play the Morris Performing Arts Center December 1-3, 2017. The hit Broadway musical features music and lyrics from the legendary Motown catalogue and is produced by Work Light Productions.

MOTOWN THE MUSICAL Comes To Vancouver
by Stephi Wild - Nov 30, 2017


Work Light Productions and Broadway Across Canada, are proud to announce that single tickets for MOTOWN THE MUSICAL will go on sale Monday, December 11, 2017 at 10am. MOTOWN THE MUSICAL will play at Vancouver's Queen Elizabeth Theatre February 6-11, 2018. Ticket prices begin at $30.50 and are available at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 1-855-985-5000. Group orders of 10 or more may be placed by calling 1-800-889-8457.

MOTOWN THE MUSICAL to Dance Into Harris Center
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2017


It began as one man's story and became everyone's music everywhere, around the world. MOTOWN THE MUSICAL is the story of Motown founder Berry Gordy's journey from featherweight boxer to the heavyweight music mogul who launched the careers of Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Smokey Robinson and many more.

Tickets on Sale Monday for MOTOWN THE MUSICAL at Princess of Wales Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Nov 21, 2017


Work Light Productions has announced that single tickets for MOTOWN THE MUSICAL will go on Monday, November 27th. MOTOWN THE MUSICAL will play at the Princess of Wales Theatre, May 22 - June 3, 2018.

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