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Summer: The Donna Summer Musical

Ages: 13+
Closing: December 17, 2017

Summer: The Donna Summer Musical - 2017 San Diego, CA (Regional) History , Info & More

This vibrant, world-premiere musical charts the incomparable life of Donna Summer - the undisputed Queen of Disco. Playhouse Director Emeritus Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Who's Tommy) directs this musical extravaganza, featuring more than 20 of Summer's classic hits and electric dance in a tribute to the voice of a generation.


Summer: The Donna Summer Musical - 2017 - San Diego, CA (Regional) Cast

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Summer: The Donna Summer Musical History

Other Productions of Summer: The Donna Summer Musical

2017   San Diego, CA (Regional) World Premiere at La Jolla Playhouse
San Diego, CA (Regional)
2018   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2019   US Tour US National Tour
US Tour
2021   US Tour
US Tour

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