Motown the Musical Tour 2014 - Articles Page 14

Run Time:
Two hours and 40 minutes, with one intermission
Opened: April 22, 2014
Closing: July 12, 2016

Motown the Musical - 2014 - US Tour History , Info & More

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1519 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44115

MOTOWN THE MUSICAL 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, Smokey Robinson and so many more. Featuring classic songs 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 that changed America. Motown shattered barriers, shaped our lives and made us all move to the same beat. Now, experience it live on Broadway in the record-breaking smash hit MOTOWN THE MUSICAL!


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Broadway in Atlanta Unveils Three-Show Packages for 2014-15 Season
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 21, 2014


To celebrate one of the most highly anticipated series' to date, Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta has announced a new option for Atlanta theater fans to experience three Broadway sensations from its 2014/2015 series. For the first time, patrons will have the opportunity to choose from three themed packages, each featuring three hit shows from the upcoming Broadway in Atlanta lineup. Package choices include:

Photo Flash: Inside Segerstrom Center's Season Preview with the Touring Casts of MOTOWN, PIPPIN & More!
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 21, 2014


On Monday, August 18, Segerstrom Center hosted its 2014-15 Season Preview event, cohosted by EVP Judy Morr and Broadway Across America's Bob Bucci, drawing nearly 900 for the center's Broadway, Cabaret, Jazz, Dance, Chamber and Family Series offerings.

Saycon Sengbloh, Marty Thomas and More to Celebrate N'Kenge at MOTOWN's First Baby Shower
by BWW News Desk - Aug 20, 2014


There is No Town Like Motown! Saycon Sengbloh (Hollar If Ya Hear Me, Motown, Fela), Marty Thomas (Pageant:The Musical, Xanadu, Wicked) and more are set to perform for Motown's First Baby Shower, honoring N'Kenge 'Mary Wells' (Motown: The Musical, Sondheim on Sondheim).

Tickets to KINKY BOOTS, MOTOWN & More at Fox Theatre On Sale 9/7
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 18, 2014


Single tickets for the Fabulous Fox Theatre's 2014-2015 U.S. Bank Broadway Series shows will go on sale Sunday, September 7 at Noon.

TV: MOTOWN Cast Takes Bryant Park Back in Time!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 15, 2014


This week's event featured performances from the cast of MATILDA, featuring: Josh Tower, Krystal Joy Brown, Dwayne Cooper, Nathaniel Cullors, Justin Prescott,Jaquez Andre Sims and Nik Walker. Check out clips from 'You're All I Need to Get By,' 'Can I Close the Door,' and 'ABC' below!

SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - 8/15/2014
by BWW - Aug 15, 2014


BroadwayWorld.com's SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - updated on 8/15/2014.

Photo Coverage: MATILDA, MOTOWN, ON THE TOWN & More Conclude BROADWAY IN BRYANT PARK's 2014 Season
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Aug 15, 2014


This week's event featured performances from the casts of MATILDA (Paige Brady, Gabby Pizzolo, Ripley Sobo, Ava Ulloa and Marisa Kennedy, Jennifer Bowles, Heather Tepe, Sean Montgomery, Alex Brightman, Geoff Packard, John Arthur Greene, Timothy Cao, Grace Capeless, Ava DeMary, Jonah Halperin, Alexa Shae Niziak, Sofia Roma Rubino, Analise Scarpaci, Mitchell Sink, Chris Sumpter, Beatrice Tulchin and TEd Wilson), ON THE TOWN (Brandon Leffler, Tony Yazbeck, Cody Williams and Alysha Umphress), MAMMA MIA! (Felicia Finley, Judy McLane, Stacia Fernandez , Traci Victoria, Thomasina E. Gross, Jacob Pinion, Albert Guerzon, Deanna Aguinaga, Sydni Beaudoin, Allyson Carr, Felicity Claire, Mark Dancewicz, Corey Greenan, Bryan Scott Johnson, Corinne MeIancon, Christopher Hudson Myers, Jennifer Noth, Ashley Park, Tera-Lee Pollin, Gerard Salvador, Neil Starkenberg and Victor Wallace) and MOTOWN THE MUSICAL (Josh Tower, Krystal Joy Brown, Dwayne Cooper, Nathaniel Cullors, Justin Prescott, Jaquez Andre Sims and Nik Walker). Check out photos below!

Casts of ON THE TOWN, MATILDA, MOTOWN and More Visit BROADWAY IN BRYANT PARK Today
by BWW News Desk - Aug 14, 2014


This week's event is set to feature the casts of MATILDA, ON THE TOWN, MAMMA MIA! and MOTOWN THE MUSICAL.

CHER Tour Dancer Jamal Story Releases New Book, TOSS IN THE ETHER; Kick Off Event at Capezio Store, 8/17
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 14, 2014


Accomplished dancer Jamal Story, currently on tour with Cher and just off of Broadway's smash hit “Motown The Musical” has released a novel, “Toss in the Ether” with book-signings scheduled in cities along the icon's high-grossing “Dressed to Kill Tour.”

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for August 13th, 2014
by Paul W. Thompson - Aug 13, 2014


The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. It's the Mosh Pit's 5th Birthday! We start off with the Broadway In Chicago Millennium Park concert, and bring you casting news for 'Evil Dead' and Dee Snider's 'Christmas Tale,' plus the latest from the Marriott Theatre, two northside shows about popular music, The Improvised Sondheim Project and Aurora's cast of 'Cats!' I think I need some cake....

MOTOWN THE MUSICAL National Tour Launches to the Tune of $20 Million in Chicago
by BWW News Desk - Aug 11, 2014


MOTOWN THE MUSICAL thanks Chicago for launching the North American tour of the smash hit musical with 128 performances of standing ovations at the Oriental Theatre and a triumphant $20 million grossing 16-week engagement.

Casts of ON THE TOWN, MATILDA, MOTOWN and More to Visit BROADWAY IN BRYANT PARK This Week!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 11, 2014


This week's event is set to feature the casts of JERSEY BOYS, CABARET, 50 SHADES! THE MUSICAL, and REVOLUTION IN THE ELBOW OF RAGNAR AGNARSSON FURNITURE PAINTER. Check back later for a complete list of scheduled performers!

Photo Flash: MOTOWN National Tour Wraps Up Run in Chicago!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 11, 2014


MOTOWN THE MUSICAL thanks Chicago for launching the North American tour of the smash hit musical with 128 performances of standing ovations at the Oriental Theatre and a triumphant $20 million grossing 16 week engagement. The National Tour continues across the country and will next visit San Francisco, opening on August 15, 2014 at The Orpheum Theatre.

BDF & Kimmel Center Presents TAKE IT TO THE LIMIT Today
by BWW News Desk - Aug 9, 2014


The Broadway Dreams Foundation (BDF) partners with theKimmel Center for the Performing Arts to present TAKE IT TO THE LIMIT: Defining EXTRA-Ordinary, a unique Broadway cabaret featuring performances by Broadway veterans and emerging local talent. Directed by Tony Award-nominated director and choreographer Dan Knetchges (Xanadu, Spelling Bee), TAKE IT TO THE LIMIT concludes a weeklong musical theatre intensive taught by the industry's top directors, choreographers, and industry professionals.

SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - 8/8/2014
by BWW - Aug 8, 2014


BroadwayWorld.com's SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - updated on 8/8/2014.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for August 6th, 2014
by Paul W. Thompson - Aug 6, 2014


The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. Special nights at the Marriott and Stage 773 this weekend, plus three shows opening ('Coraline,' 'Reefer Madness' and 'Fiddler') and four shows closing ('Motown,' 'Big Fish,' 'Godspell' and 'Hillbillies'). We'll tell you the three shows that have one additional week, plus a Christmas movie has us all a-buzz!!

MOTOWN, Coming to the Marcus Center Next Year, Featured in BROADWAY BALANCES AMERICA
by BWW News Desk - Aug 4, 2014


Broadway Across America has announced that Motown the Musical will be featured on Lifetime Television's award-winning morning show 'The Balancing Act' as part of the six part series 'Broadway Balances America.' Motown the Musical is being presented at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts as part of the 2014/2015 BMO Harris Bank Broadway at the Marcus Center Series from July 7 to 12, 2015.

Heart, The Four Tops, Nick Offerman, Joshua Bell, SYLVIA and More Set for Wells Fargo Center's Fall 2014 Season
by BWW News Desk - Aug 2, 2014


After a year of performances in the newly renovated Ruth Finley Person Theater, Wells Fargo Center for the Arts kicks-off the fall season with a rich array of performers, speakers and family programming. The line-up features music legends like Steve Winwood, Heart, The Temptations and The Four Tops as well as unforgettable comedians Cheech and Chong and Nick Offerman.

SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - 8/1/2014
by BWW - Aug 1, 2014


BroadwayWorld.com's SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - updated on 8/1/2014.

Patti LuPone, The Skivvies, Ben Platt and More Will Play 54 Below, Aug-Sept 2014
by BWW News Desk - Jul 31, 2014


This August and September 54 BELOW presents an exciting lineup of the brightest talent from Broadway and beyond. Located just below the legendary Studio 54 at 254 West 54th Street.

Tickets to Denver Center For The Performing Arts' 2014-15 Season On Sale 8/11
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 30, 2014


Tickets for the 2014/15 Broadway, Cabaret and Theatre Company shows go on sale to the public Monday, August 11 at 10am. Buy and print online at denvercenter.org.

VIDEO: Check Out New TV Spot for Broadway's MOTOWN THE MUSICAL
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 29, 2014


Below, check out the brand new commercial for Broadway's smash hit musical, MOTOWN THE MUSICAL.

Nicole Parker, Gregory Haney and More Set for Broadway Dreams Foundation's 'TAKE IT TO THE LIMIT' in Omaha This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Jul 26, 2014


The Broadway Dreams Foundation (BDF) partners with Omaha Performing Arts for the fifth consecutive year to present TAKE IT TO THE LIMIT: Defining EXTRA-Ordinary, a unique Broadway concert event featuring performances by Broadway's brightest and Omaha's rising stars. Directed by acclaimed NYC director Stafford Arima (Carrie, Altar Boyz), TAKE IT TO THE LIMIT is the culmination of a weeklong musical theatre intensive taught by the industry's top directors, choreographers, and industry professionals.

SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - 7/25/2014
by BWW - Jul 25, 2014


BroadwayWorld.com's SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - updated on 7/25/2014.

BDF & Kimmel Center to Present TAKE IT TO THE LIMIT, 8/9
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 25, 2014


The Broadway Dreams Foundation (BDF) partners with theKimmel Center for the Performing Arts to present TAKE IT TO THE LIMIT: Defining EXTRA-Ordinary, a unique Broadway cabaret featuring performances by Broadway veterans and emerging local talent. Directed by Tony Award-nominated director and choreographer Dan Knetchges (Xanadu, Spelling Bee), TAKE IT TO THE LIMIT concludes a weeklong musical theatre intensive taught by the industry's top directors, choreographers, and industry professionals.

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