Motown the Musical Tour 2017 - Articles Page 5

Opened: September 29, 2017
Closing: May 13, 2018

Motown the Musical - 2017 - US Tour History , Info & More

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Featuring more than 50 classic hits such as "My Girl" and "Ain't No Mountain High Enough," MOTOWN THE MUSICAL tells the story behind the hits as Diana, Smokey, Berry and the whole Motown family fight against the odds to create the soundtrack of change in America. Motown shattered barriers, shaped our lives and made us all move to the same beat.

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Motown the Musical - 2017 - US Tour Articles Page 5

See Eva Noblezada, Betsy Wolfe & More Next Week at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2021


The Green Room 42 has announced their line-up for the next week. Located inside YOTEL Times Square (570 Tenth Avenue, Fourth Floor), The Green Room 42 is Broadway's newest, most spacious, and funkiest cabaret club.

Sharon Rose and Chris Hatt Will Perform WEST END SOUL At The Pheasantry, London
by Stephi Wild - Nov 5, 2021


From Beautiful to Hamilton, stopping off at Motown, Broadway and the West End along the way, join Hamilton star Sharon Rose and Associate Musical Director of Hamilton Chris Hatt, for an evening of musical entertainment

CAROLINE, OR CHANGE Officially Opens Tonight on Broadway; Meet the Cast!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2021


Caroline, or Change officially opens tonight, October 27 on Broadway at the Roundabout's Studio 54. Learn more about the cast bringing this show back to Broadway here!

Meet the Cast of THOUGHTS OF A COLORED MAN on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2021


Thoughts of a Colored Man officially opens on Broadway on October 13, at the John Golden Theatre. Meet the cast and learn more about who is starring in the play!

SPANDEX, THE AUDIO MUSICAL Will Be Performed on Musical Theatre Radio Next Weekend
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2021


Listeners will hear the tale of Lorraine Stubenski, a gymnast who once 'lost her balance,' and shockingly failed to qualify for the Olympics; 20 years later, with the help of a newly taking-charge housewife and an Israeli fitness guru learning how to 'make aerobics,' Lorraine must face her onetime gymnastic partner and love interest, the diet-pill pushing Trip Allen, in the only place he might be vulnerable: the National Crystal Light Aerobics Championship, hosted by Alan Thicke.

Full Casting Announced for the West End Return of HAMILTON
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 20, 2021


Meet the cast of HAMILTON in the West End for the return performances which begin on 19 August 2021 at the Victoria Palace Theatre. 

Get to Know the Cast of SCHMIGADOON!
by Team BWW - Jul 16, 2021


Wondering how you know the cast? Study up on their roles on stage and screen and live the musical fantasy of your dreams with Apple TV+'s new series, Schmigadoon!- a parody of iconic Golden Age musicals.

Jason Robert Brown, Larry Owens, Lilli Cooper and More Take the Stage At Feinstein's/54 Below This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 1, 2021


This month, FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.

Sunday Soul Concerts Will Return to Chiswick Playhouse as Part of the Recharged Festival This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2021


After a successful run in December, the amazing Sunday Soul concert series will return to Chiswick Playhouse as part of the already announced Recharged Festival.  Sunday Soul see musical theatre stars dig deep and explore music that feeds the soul in these intimate gigs. 

Abby Mueller, SIX Creators and More Join MEET THE ARTISTS with The Ordway
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2021


The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts is excited to announce 12 new guest artists who will appear in its virtual 'Meet the Artists' series this spring and summer. This free series of livestreamed conversations with local and national performing artists is curated to take audiences inside the Ordway's flagship series, Broadway at the Ordway.

Lisa Howard, Catherine Ashmore Bradley, and Sound Designer Kai Harada Join SPANDEX THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Mar 1, 2021


Nothing can keep you down. No man. No woman. Not even a global pandemic! The creators of  SPANDEX THE MUSICAL, a new original musical inspired by the viral video of the 1988 Crystal Light National Aerobics Championship, are producing a new audio musical from quarantine!

The Old Globe Announces Upcoming Programming, Featuring a World Premiere Musical by Michael John LaChiusa & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 19, 2021


As the world catches glimpses of a return to normalcy and dares to imagine a time when we can once again gather together in our theatre spaces, The Old Globe will produce a hybrid of digital and in-person offerings that encompasses a broad range of thrilling theatre created by a diverse group of major talents.

VIDEO: November Christine Re-Releases Tribute to Martin Luther King and the BLM Movement
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2021


Award-winning Playwright/songwriter, November Christine, is re-releasing her musical video tribute to Martin Luther King and the BLM movement. '1968' features Broadway performer Nic Ryan (Motown the Musical and Beautiful: The Carol King Musical).

Valisia LeKae and Daniel J. Watts Will Lead Scenes from SWEET LORRAINE
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 18, 2020


 Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) and the Equity in the Arts and Culture Committee of the Brooklyn NAACP, in collaboration with Tony® and Grammy® Award nominee Valisia LeKae (Motown the Musical, The Book of Mormon), will present a one-night virtual fundraising event titled “Scenes From Sweet Lorraine The Play.” LeKae is the executive producer of the project, which is an adaptation of Sweet Lorraine, co-written by Rajendra Ramoon Maharaj and Adam Mace.

Daniel Robert Sullivan Releases New Book THERE'S NO SUBSTITUTE FOR EMPATHY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2020


Actor Daniel Robert Sullivan (Dear Evan Hansen, Jersey Boys, Motown the Musical) has authored a new book, There's No Substitute for Empathy: A Liberal's Journey Through Conservative America. Inspired by Studs Terkel's work, this is a literary documentary years in the making.

Jacqueline Jossa, Matt Jay-Willis and More Join Brian Conley In A CHRISTMAS CAROL At The Dominion Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2020


A star cast will join Brian Conley in the new, musical staged concert of Alan Menken, Lynn Ahrens and Mike Ockrent's A Christmas Carol, which is set to play a strictly limited season at the Dominion Theatre in London. Performances run from Monday 7 December 2020 to Saturday 2 January 2021.

ICYMI: Watch Audra McDonald, Javier Muñoz and George Salazar in John McDaniel's New Musical, STICKS & STONES
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 19, 2020


The new musical Sticks & Stones just premiered on Friday, featuring a star-studded cast including Audra McDonald, Javier Muñoz and George Salazar and many more. The stream, which airs as part of National Bullying Prevention Month, benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and Born This Way Foundation. Did you miss the broadcast? You can watch the whole musical right here through October 20 (8pm).

Photo Flash: STICKS & STONES Cast Members Walk the Virtual Red Carpet
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2020


The online concert premiere of the new musical Sticks & Stones officially took place on October 16, 2020.

VIDEO: Watch Audra McDonald, Javier Muñoz and George Salazar in John McDaniel's New Musical, STICKS & STONES
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 16, 2020


The online concert premiere of the new musical Sticks & Stones will feature a star-studded cast including Audra McDonald, Javier Muñoz and George Salazar when it premieres tonight, October 16, 2020, as part of National Bullying Prevention Month. The stream benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and Born This Way Foundation and can be watched right here at BroadwayWorld!

Audra McDonald, Javier Muñoz and More Star in Online Concert of New Musical STICKS & STONES Premiering October 16th
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2020


The online concert premiere of the new musical Sticks & Stones will feature a star-studded cast including Audra McDonald, Javier Muñoz and George Salazar when it premieres Friday, October 16, 2020, as part of National Bullying Prevention Month. The stream benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and Born This Way Foundation.

Crazy Coqs Presents Sharon Rose and Chris Hatt in WAITING IN THE WINGS
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2020


From Beautiful to Hamilton, stopping off at Motown, Broadway and the West End along the way, join  the Associate  Musical Director of Hamilton Chris Hatt and Hamilton star Sharon Rose for an evening of musical entertainment at Crazy Coqs, as they celebrate the chance to get out of the house 

Katrina from Katrina & The Waves' Album and New Single Out Now
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Aug 28, 2020


Katrina from Katrina & The Waves releases a new single, I Want to Love Again on Friday 28th August. 

The York Theatre Company Reunites The Cast and Creative Team of DON'T BOTHER ME, I CAN'T COPE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 12, 2020


The York Theatre Company will reunite the cast and creative team of the 2016 Musicals in Mufti production of the 1971 hit Broad-way revue Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope, a musical entertainment by Micki Grant, conceived by Vinnette Carroll, for a Virtual Company Reunion as part of the live weekly streaming panel series 'Show! (and Tell)'.

HADESTOWN, THE PROM, TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, and More Set For the Ahmanson's 2020-21 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2020


Center Theatre Group has announced its 54th season at the Ahmanson Theatre, which features Hadestown, Dear Evan Hansen, The Prom, To Kill a Mockingbird, and more!

Feinstein's At The Nikko Announces Lineup For Spring 2020
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2020


Today, Feinstein's at the Nikko announced an exciting lineup of national and local artists who will take the stage at San Francisco's premier intimate nightclub this spring. Additional artists will be announced at a later date. Tickets for all shows are on-sale now by visiting www.feinsteinssf.com or calling 866-663-1063. Ticket prices are subject to change without notice.

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2016   West End Original West End Production
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2017   US Tour Second US National Tour
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2017   US Tour Non-Equity National Tour
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