Dreamgirls Revival 1987 - Articles Page 12

Opened: June 28, 1987
Closing: November 29, 1987

Dreamgirls - 1987 - Broadway History , Info & More

Ambassador Theatre (Broadway)
219 W. 49th St. New York, NY 10019

Based upon the show business aspirations and successes of R&B acts such as The Supremes, The Shirelles, James Brown, Jackie Wilson, and others, the musical follows the story of a young female singing trio from Chicago, Illinois called "The Dreams", who become music superstars. It was nominated for thirteen Tony Awards, including the Tony Award for Best Musical, and won six. It was later adapted into a motion picture from DreamWorks and Paramount Pictures in 2006.

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Dreamgirls - 1987 - Broadway Articles Page 12

New Casting Set for Philly Dreamgirls; A Commerical Future for the Show?
by BWW News Desk - Feb 2, 2006


The smash Prince Music Theatre production of Dreamgirls in Philadelphia, which will welcome new cast members on February 7th, may have a commerical future in the wings

Creative Team Assembled for Starry Dreamgirls Film
by BWW News Desk - Jan 26, 2006


The Dreamgirls film now has a fuller creative team, with a production designer, costume designer and others on board

Dreamgirls Film Set for Nationwide Release on Dec. 22
by BWW News Desk - Jan 20, 2006


The Dreamgirls film is set to be unveiled in theatres nationwide on December 22nd

Fisher and Eisenhauer to Light Up Dreamgirls Film
by BWW News Desk - Jan 17, 2006


Tony Award-winning lighting designers Jules Fisher and Peggy Eisenhauer have joined the creative team of the Dreamgirls film

Prince Music Theatre's Dreamgirls Extends Through Feb. 26
by BWW News Desk - Jan 14, 2006


The Prince Music Theatre's hit production of Dreamgirls will now close on February 26th

Lillias White Takes Over as Mama Morton in Chicago, Jan. 30
by BWW News Desk - Jan 10, 2006


On January 30th, Tony Award-winner Lillias White will become the next actress to play Mama Morton in the Broadway company of Chicago

Henry Krieger Chats After Jan. 10 Dreamgirls Performance in Philly
by BWW News Desk - Dec 30, 2005


Dreamgirls composer Henry Krieger will show up for an informal discussion after the January 10th performance of the musical at the Prince Music Theatre in Philadelphia

Prince Music Theatre's Dreamgirls Extends for Extra Week in Jan.
by BWW News Desk - Dec 23, 2005


The Prince Music Theatre's production of Dreamgirls will play an extra week from January 4th through 15th

DreamWorks Promotes Dreamgirls by Waiving Amateur Production Fees
by BWW News Desk - Nov 21, 2005


DreamWorks Pictures is encouraging productions of Dreamgirls by waiving fees for amateur stagings of the show

American Idol's Jennifer Hudson Cast as Effie in Dreamgirls Film
by BWW News Desk - Nov 16, 2005


American Idol finalist Jennifer Hudson will play Effie in the upcoming film version of Dreamgirls

Brenda Braxton Steps Back Into Chicago, December 5
by BWW News Desk - Nov 3, 2005


On December 5th, Brenda Braxton will once again play Velma Kelly in the Broadway production of Chicago

Danny Glover Joins the Cast of Dreamgirls Film
by BWW News Desk - Oct 27, 2005


Danny Glover has been cast as Marty Madison in the upcoming film version of Dreamgirls

Anika Noni Rose Cast as Lorrell in Film Version of Dreamgirls
by BWW News Desk - Oct 19, 2005


Anika Noni Rose has been cast as Lorrell Robinson in the upcoming film version of the musical Dreamgirls

Dreamgirls Film Begins Shooting in Jan. '06 for Dec. Release
by BWW News Desk - Oct 12, 2005


The film version of Dreamgirls, starring Beyoncé Knowles, Jamie Foxx and Eddie Murphy, will commence shooting in January of 2006 for a December release that year

Color Purple Casting Announced, with LaChanze to Star
by BWW News Desk - Sep 8, 2005


LaChanze has been announced as the star of the upcoming musical The Color Purple, which will begin previews at the Broadway Theatre on November 1st

Dreamgirls Film to Start Shooting in January '06
by BWW News Desk - Jul 13, 2005


The film version of Dreamgirls, which will star Beyoncé Knowles, Eddie Murphy, Usher and Jamie Foxx, will go into production in January of next year

Jamie Foxx and Usher Join Dreamgirls Film
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2005


Variety reports today that Jamie Foxx and Usher are set to join Beyonce in 'Dreamgirls' to be directed by Bill Condon.

The Color Purple Will Receive Summer Workshop
by BWW News Desk - May 3, 2005


The musical adaptation of The Color Purple, which is aiming for a fall Broadway slot, will workshop in New York this summer

Beyonce Knowles in Talks to Star in Dreamgirls Film
by BWW News Desk - Apr 11, 2005


R&B diva Beyonce Knowles is in negotiations to co-star in the upcoming film version of the music world saga Dreamgirls

Dreamgirls FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What Tony Awards has Dreamgirls been nominated for?
Best Revival for Marvin A. Krauss and Best Revival for Irving Siders.
What awards has Dreamgirls been nominated for?
Dreamgirls has been nominated for the Outstanding Revival award at the Drama Desk Awards.

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