Berry Gordy
Also Credited As: Berry Gordy, Jr.
Birth Place: Detroit, MI, USA
Latest News on Berry Gordy:
Brisbane Cast Revealed for MJ THE MUSICAL (Feb 26, 2026)
THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN National Tour to Play Attucks Theatre in Norfolk (Feb 12, 2026)
Review: DREAMGIRLS at Hattiloo Theatre (Feb 10, 2026)
Brisbane Cast Revealed for MJ THE MUSICAL (Feb 26, 2026)
THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN National Tour to Play Attucks Theatre in Norfolk (Feb 12, 2026)
Review: DREAMGIRLS at Hattiloo Theatre (Feb 10, 2026)
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Videos
Video: Go Behind the Scenes of MICHAEL Biopic in New Featurette
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-02-10 11:30:50
Video/Photos: First Look at Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson in MICHAEL Biopic
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-02-02 10:37:37
Video: First Trailer Released for Michael Jackson Biopic Starring Nephew Jaafar
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-06 10:31:24
Video: Stephanie Mills Says She Didn't Play Dorothy in THE WIZ Movie Due to 'Politics'
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-09-21 13:00:48
Video: MJ's Devin Bowles Sings National Anthem At Colorado Rockies Game
by Joshua Wright - 2024-04-15 10:00:56
VIDEO: Watch Billy Porter Sing 'From A Distance' For Bette Midler at the Kennedy Center Honors
by Michael Major - 2021-12-21 10:01:03
VIDEO: Chita Rivera & Opera Stars Honor Justino Díaz On The 44th Kennedy Center Honors
by Alan Henry - 2021-12-20 17:01:49
BWW Exclusive: Watch the AIN'T TOO PROUD Cast Honor Berry Gordy at the Kennedy Center Honors
by Michael Major - 2021-12-16 11:46:06
VIDEOS: President Joe Biden and Beanie Feldstein Talk Bette Midler at the Kennedy Center Honors
by Stephi Wild - 2021-12-08 07:22:29
VIDEO: Dick Van Dyke & Chita Rivera Discuss Their Lives in the Theater
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-10-01 17:54:06
VIDEO: Brandon Victor Dixon Visits Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge- Watch Now!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2021-08-11 10:07:56
Celebrating Black History Month: MOTOWN Raises the Volume on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-02-24 12:48:11
Broadway Rewind: MOTOWN Raises the Volume at Bryant Park in 2013
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-08-06 17:01:00
VIDEO: Showtime Documentary Films Releases Trailer for HITSVILLE: THE MAKING OF MOTOWN
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-07-18 13:12:15
News
Brisbane Cast Revealed for MJ THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026
Broadway sensation Ilario Grant will lead the Brisbane season of the Olivier and Tony Award-winning MJ THE MUSICAL, following his celebrated run in Melbourne.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026
Broadway sensation Ilario Grant will lead the Brisbane season of the Olivier and Tony Award-winning MJ THE MUSICAL, following his celebrated run in Melbourne.
THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN National Tour to Play Attucks Theatre in Norfolk
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026
The celebrated MAGIC OF MOTOWN national tour will grace the stage of Norfolk's historic Attucks Theatre, bringing classic hits and timeless performances.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026
The celebrated MAGIC OF MOTOWN national tour will grace the stage of Norfolk's historic Attucks Theatre, bringing classic hits and timeless performances.
Review: DREAMGIRLS at Hattiloo Theatre
by Kevin Shaw - Feb 10, 2026
The city of Memphis is 63% African American. The nation’s first Black newspaper began here under the leadership of Ida B. Wells. The 1968 Sanitation Workers’ Strike brought Martin Luther King Jr. to this city, leading to his assassination and dramatically accelerating the national civil rights movement.
by Kevin Shaw - Feb 10, 2026
The city of Memphis is 63% African American. The nation’s first Black newspaper began here under the leadership of Ida B. Wells. The 1968 Sanitation Workers’ Strike brought Martin Luther King Jr. to this city, leading to his assassination and dramatically accelerating the national civil rights movement.
Video: Go Behind the Scenes of MICHAEL Biopic in New Featurette
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 10, 2026
A new featurette has been released for Michael, taking viewers behind the scenes of the highly anticipated biopic about music icon Michael Jackson. Check it out now.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 10, 2026
A new featurette has been released for Michael, taking viewers behind the scenes of the highly anticipated biopic about music icon Michael Jackson. Check it out now.
Video/Photos: Jaafar Jackson Stars as Michael Jackson in New Biopic Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 2, 2026
The official trailer has been released for Michael, the highly anticipated yet oft-delayed musical biopic about Michael Jackson starring Jackson's nephew, Jaafar, as the musical icon. Check it out now, along with new photos.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 2, 2026
The official trailer has been released for Michael, the highly anticipated yet oft-delayed musical biopic about Michael Jackson starring Jackson's nephew, Jaafar, as the musical icon. Check it out now, along with new photos.
MJ THE MUSICAL Will Return To BroadwaySF’s Orpheum Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2026
The Tony Award-winning musical MJ will return to San Francisco as part of the First National Tour. The production will play BroadwaySF’s Orpheum Theatre and is directed by Christopher Wheeldon with a book by Lynn Nottage.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2026
The Tony Award-winning musical MJ will return to San Francisco as part of the First National Tour. The production will play BroadwaySF’s Orpheum Theatre and is directed by Christopher Wheeldon with a book by Lynn Nottage.
MJ THE MUSICAL To Be Presented As Part Of Broadway In Birmingham Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2026
The Tony Award–winning musical MJ will play Birmingham as part of the Broadway in Birmingham series at the BJCC Concert Hall. The First National Tour features Jordan Markus in the title role and centers on the making of Michael Jackson’s 1992 Dangerous World Tour.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2026
The Tony Award–winning musical MJ will play Birmingham as part of the Broadway in Birmingham series at the BJCC Concert Hall. The First National Tour features Jordan Markus in the title role and centers on the making of Michael Jackson’s 1992 Dangerous World Tour.
Andy Karl, Brandon Victor Dixon and More to Celebrate Louis Armstrong at the Kaye Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2026
Broadway's Andy Karl and Brandon Victor Dixon will join jazz artists Champian Fulton and Catherine Russell for 'Louis Armstrong: A Celebration of the Father of Jazz' at the Kaye Playhouse.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2026
Broadway's Andy Karl and Brandon Victor Dixon will join jazz artists Champian Fulton and Catherine Russell for 'Louis Armstrong: A Celebration of the Father of Jazz' at the Kaye Playhouse.
Grammy Winner Avery Sunshine To Perform At New Jersey Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 7, 2026
Avery Sunshine will perform in concert at New Jersey Performing Arts Center’s Victoria Theater. The GRAMMY Award–winning singer brings her progressive R&B sound to Newark as part of NJPAC’s concert programming.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 7, 2026
Avery Sunshine will perform in concert at New Jersey Performing Arts Center’s Victoria Theater. The GRAMMY Award–winning singer brings her progressive R&B sound to Newark as part of NJPAC’s concert programming.
Roman Banks to Join the Broadway Cast of MJ as 'MJ' Alternate
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
Roman Banks will join the Broadway company of MJ. Banks will join the Broadway cast as the ‘MJ’ Alternate for a limited time only. The current Broadway cast of MJ features Matte Martinez as ‘MJ,’ and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
Roman Banks will join the Broadway company of MJ. Banks will join the Broadway cast as the ‘MJ’ Alternate for a limited time only. The current Broadway cast of MJ features Matte Martinez as ‘MJ,’ and more.
Review: MJ THE MUSICAL Brings a Powerful Tribute to Michael Jackson to Vancouver
by Alyson Eng - Nov 30, 2025
“Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’” took on a new meaning in Vancouver this week as MJ THE MUSICAL debuted at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre on Tuesday for its opening night. The touring production arrived with sharp focus on the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour, showing how Michael Jackson (or MJ) shaped every beat and detail.
by Alyson Eng - Nov 30, 2025
“Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’” took on a new meaning in Vancouver this week as MJ THE MUSICAL debuted at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre on Tuesday for its opening night. The touring production arrived with sharp focus on the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour, showing how Michael Jackson (or MJ) shaped every beat and detail.
The Temptations & Four Tops Set 2026 UK Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 25, 2025
Four years after their last UK appearance, soul legends The Temptations and The Four Tops will return to the UK for a short co-headlining tour in June and July.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 25, 2025
Four years after their last UK appearance, soul legends The Temptations and The Four Tops will return to the UK for a short co-headlining tour in June and July.
MJ THE MUSICAL To Make West Palm Beach Premiere At The Kravis Center In February
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2025
The four-time Tony Award-winning musical MJ will make its West Palm Beach premiere at the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts from February 10–15, 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2025
The four-time Tony Award-winning musical MJ will make its West Palm Beach premiere at the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts from February 10–15, 2026.
Tickets on Sale for The Band Perry, The Commodores And Sesame Street Live at BergenPAC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2025
bergenPAC will present three new shows. The Band Perry, The Commodores and Sesame Street Live: Elmo’s Got the Moves. The Band Perry has sold two and a half million albums, 12 million singles, and racked up over 1 billion streams.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2025
bergenPAC will present three new shows. The Band Perry, The Commodores and Sesame Street Live: Elmo’s Got the Moves. The Band Perry has sold two and a half million albums, 12 million singles, and racked up over 1 billion streams.
Review: Lyrics & Lyricist's MOTOWN'S HEATWAVE Hits NYC at 92NY
by Sharon Ellman - Nov 10, 2025
The 92nd Street Y New York brings the music home with this iteration of the Lyrics & Lyricists series, continuing 11/10 at 7:30 pm for its final performance. This reviewer was singing and applauding along with the amazing performers!
by Sharon Ellman - Nov 10, 2025
The 92nd Street Y New York brings the music home with this iteration of the Lyrics & Lyricists series, continuing 11/10 at 7:30 pm for its final performance. This reviewer was singing and applauding along with the amazing performers!
Video: First Trailer Released for Michael Jackson Biopic Starring Nephew Jaafar
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 6, 2025
The first teaser has been released for Michael, the highly anticipated yet oft-delayed musical biopic about Michael Jackson. Starring Michael Jackson's nephew, Jaafar Jackson, as the musical icon, the movie will arrive in theaters on April 24, 2026.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 6, 2025
The first teaser has been released for Michael, the highly anticipated yet oft-delayed musical biopic about Michael Jackson. Starring Michael Jackson's nephew, Jaafar Jackson, as the musical icon, the movie will arrive in theaters on April 24, 2026.
MJ THE MUSICAL is Coming to The North Charleston PAC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2025
The national tour of MJ will make its Lowcountry premiere at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center. He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson's unique and unparalleled artistry comes to NJPAC in MJ.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2025
The national tour of MJ will make its Lowcountry premiere at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center. He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson's unique and unparalleled artistry comes to NJPAC in MJ.
MJ THE MUSICAL To Make Its Edmonton Premiere In November At Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 17, 2025
The First National Tour of MJ, the smash-hit musical inspired by the life and artistry of Michael Jackson, will make its Edmonton premiere November 11–16, 2025 at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, presented by Broadway Across Canada.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 17, 2025
The First National Tour of MJ, the smash-hit musical inspired by the life and artistry of Michael Jackson, will make its Edmonton premiere November 11–16, 2025 at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, presented by Broadway Across Canada.
Interview: Chatting with Alexandrea And Justin Reynolds of BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at STAGES St. Louis
by James Lindhorst - Oct 8, 2025
Actors Alexandrea (Alex) and Justin Reynolds play members of The Shirelles and The Drifters. Alex sings lead on “Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow” and Justin takes the lead on “Up on a Roof.” The couple, married in real life, sat down with Broadway World to talk about getting the opportunity to work together at STAGES St. Louis and sing King’s iconic tunes.
by James Lindhorst - Oct 8, 2025
Actors Alexandrea (Alex) and Justin Reynolds play members of The Shirelles and The Drifters. Alex sings lead on “Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow” and Justin takes the lead on “Up on a Roof.” The couple, married in real life, sat down with Broadway World to talk about getting the opportunity to work together at STAGES St. Louis and sing King’s iconic tunes.
MJ THE MUSICAL is Coming to Brisbane in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2025
After thrilling more than 5 million audience members worldwide, producers of MJ THE MUSICAL confirmed that the Olivier and four-time Tony Award-winning musical will open in Brisbane at QPAC's Lyric Theatre in March 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2025
After thrilling more than 5 million audience members worldwide, producers of MJ THE MUSICAL confirmed that the Olivier and four-time Tony Award-winning musical will open in Brisbane at QPAC's Lyric Theatre in March 2026.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Berry Gordy written?
Berry Gordy has written 1 shows including Motown the Musical (Bookwriter).
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