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1/18-2/3: Dreamgirls - HRT (Harlem / Morningside)
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The Harlem Repertory Theatre presents an intimate chamber version of DREAMGIRLS with a cast of 10 that will be performed in the heart of Harlem.
DREAMGIRLS is a musical based on the show business aspirations and successes of renowned R&B acts: The Supremes, The Shirelles, James Brown and others. The musical is a classic, "rags to riches" tale of three young African American female singers who begin as innocents and ultimately triumph over jealousies, deceptions and a ruthless music industry.
Two-time AUDELCO winner, Keith Lee Grant, will direct and choreograph the production. Mr. Grant will shift the focus of this iconic musical from flashy sets and costumes to the moment-to-moment emotional development of the characters: from aspiring novices in the 1960s R&B music industry to highly polished - albeit somewhat jaded - international stars.
When: Friday, January 18th - Sunday February 3rd
Check the HRT website or smart tix.com for an up-to-date performance schedule!
Times:
Fridays at 7pm
Saturdays at 2pm & 7pm
Sundays at 3pm
Length - 2:00 Intermission - 10 min
Tickets:
General Seating $20 and $15
Premium Tickets $40
Box Office:
SMARTTIX (212) 868-4444
http://www.smarttix.com
or for reservations call: 917-697-3555
Show is suitable for children ages 8 and up.
HARLEM REPERTORY THEATRE
http://www.facebook.com/harlemrep
www.harlemrepertorytheatre.com
info@harlemrepertorytheatre.com
917-697-3555
The Critics Have Raved!
The New York Times-
"This sparkly, constantly moving showbiz drama, set in theaters from Harlem to Las Vegas, may seem an unlikely candidate for an intimate setting like the black-boxy walk-up theater at the 133rd Street Arts Center. Yet, for the most part, the effort is a success, and the audience's physical closeness (at times, cast members were practically singing into my ear) exposes an extra layer of emotion. If you needed one illustration of the director Keith Lee Grant's strong, confident staging, 'Steppin' to the Bad Side,' a number about payola, would do nicely."
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Theatermania-
"You have to admire the chutzpah of a director attempting to put on a musical of the magnitude of Dreamgirls in a black box theater without all the razzmatazz of costuming, lights, and fancy stagecraft for which this musical is so well-known. However, Keith Lee Grant has managed to make something special happen with his scaled-down revival of Dreamgirls, now being presented by the Harlem Repertory Theatre at the 133rd Street Arts Center."
"Grant has made a lot of smart choices in the staging, giving the show pace and speed..."
"Peguero is the right combination of beautiful and innocent with a light, pleasing pop voice to play the role of Deena. "
"Isis Kenny very nearly steals the show as Lorrell, the trio's third original member, and the way she plays her relationship with James Thunder Early (the promising Eric Myles at our performance) is funny and sassy. This young woman can sing with both bite and beauty."
"Best of all is Millington's performance as Effie -- especially her performances of her big ballads, "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going" and "I Am Changing," both of which are electrifying." "Dreamgirls is such a sturdy piece of musical theater ... And with these three women on stage, it often soars."
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Backstage-
"The heart of Dreamgirls is Effie White, the opinionated, talented singer whose dreams are thwarted when her stubbornness gets the best of her and her friends respond to the siren call of fame. A Dreamgirls without the right Effie cannot succeed, and Harlem Repertory Theater has discovered a great Effie. Dion Millington delivers a beautifully raw and unaffected performance, rupturing every heart in the house with her piercing renditions of "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going" and "I Am Changing."
---
But not just the critics, audience members are also raving-
"What a show! Run, don't walk, to see this lively stage production of 'Dreamgirls' in HARLEM USA. The theater is small & intimate, which gave the audience a close up view of the stage, the well-costumed cast & provided great audio sound & lighting. This energetic cast ensemble meld together well & their voices are just phenomenal. I enjoyed every note! I'm telling everyone I know, who also loves live, musical theater, to make a date to see this fabulous play before it closes in September. Thanks Goldstar!" -Goldstar member, Goldstar.com
"The actors and actresses were just SUPERB! The singing was phenomenal. This really is a must see..." -Goldstar "Red Velvet" member, Goldstar.com
"I just had the most moving experience in your theater tonight. To the entire cast of Dreamgirls: you were all truly wonderful and I will be spreading the word. People need to see this show. Amazing performances." -Steven Wallace, HRT's Facebook fanpage
"Thoroughly enjoyed [the] performance of Dreamgirls. Bravo to the entire cast and crew. Thank you for bringing Broadway quality performances at affordable prices to our community for people who appreciate many art forms. . .Telling everyone I know to tell everyone they know to go see HRT's powerful performance of DREAMGIRLS! IT WILL THRILL YOU!!" -Donna Marie DeBrill, HRT's Facebook fanpage
DREAMGIRLS is a musical based on the show business aspirations and successes of renowned R&B acts: The Supremes, The Shirelles, James Brown and others. The musical is a classic, "rags to riches" tale of three young African American female singers who begin as innocents and ultimately triumph over jealousies, deceptions and a ruthless music industry.
Two-time AUDELCO winner, Keith Lee Grant, will direct and choreograph the production. Mr. Grant will shift the focus of this iconic musical from flashy sets and costumes to the moment-to-moment emotional development of the characters: from aspiring novices in the 1960s R&B music industry to highly polished - albeit somewhat jaded - international stars.
When: Friday, January 18th - Sunday February 3rd
Check the HRT website or smart tix.com for an up-to-date performance schedule!
Times:
Fridays at 7pm
Saturdays at 2pm & 7pm
Sundays at 3pm
Length - 2:00 Intermission - 10 min
Tickets:
General Seating $20 and $15
Premium Tickets $40
Box Office:
SMARTTIX (212) 868-4444
http://www.smarttix.com
or for reservations call: 917-697-3555
Show is suitable for children ages 8 and up.
HARLEM REPERTORY THEATRE
http://www.facebook.com/harlemrep
www.harlemrepertorytheatre.com
info@harlemrepertorytheatre.com
917-697-3555
The Critics Have Raved!
The New York Times-
"This sparkly, constantly moving showbiz drama, set in theaters from Harlem to Las Vegas, may seem an unlikely candidate for an intimate setting like the black-boxy walk-up theater at the 133rd Street Arts Center. Yet, for the most part, the effort is a success, and the audience's physical closeness (at times, cast members were practically singing into my ear) exposes an extra layer of emotion. If you needed one illustration of the director Keith Lee Grant's strong, confident staging, 'Steppin' to the Bad Side,' a number about payola, would do nicely."
---
Theatermania-
"You have to admire the chutzpah of a director attempting to put on a musical of the magnitude of Dreamgirls in a black box theater without all the razzmatazz of costuming, lights, and fancy stagecraft for which this musical is so well-known. However, Keith Lee Grant has managed to make something special happen with his scaled-down revival of Dreamgirls, now being presented by the Harlem Repertory Theatre at the 133rd Street Arts Center."
"Grant has made a lot of smart choices in the staging, giving the show pace and speed..."
"Peguero is the right combination of beautiful and innocent with a light, pleasing pop voice to play the role of Deena. "
"Isis Kenny very nearly steals the show as Lorrell, the trio's third original member, and the way she plays her relationship with James Thunder Early (the promising Eric Myles at our performance) is funny and sassy. This young woman can sing with both bite and beauty."
"Best of all is Millington's performance as Effie -- especially her performances of her big ballads, "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going" and "I Am Changing," both of which are electrifying." "Dreamgirls is such a sturdy piece of musical theater ... And with these three women on stage, it often soars."
---
Backstage-
"The heart of Dreamgirls is Effie White, the opinionated, talented singer whose dreams are thwarted when her stubbornness gets the best of her and her friends respond to the siren call of fame. A Dreamgirls without the right Effie cannot succeed, and Harlem Repertory Theater has discovered a great Effie. Dion Millington delivers a beautifully raw and unaffected performance, rupturing every heart in the house with her piercing renditions of "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going" and "I Am Changing."
---
But not just the critics, audience members are also raving-
"What a show! Run, don't walk, to see this lively stage production of 'Dreamgirls' in HARLEM USA. The theater is small & intimate, which gave the audience a close up view of the stage, the well-costumed cast & provided great audio sound & lighting. This energetic cast ensemble meld together well & their voices are just phenomenal. I enjoyed every note! I'm telling everyone I know, who also loves live, musical theater, to make a date to see this fabulous play before it closes in September. Thanks Goldstar!" -Goldstar member, Goldstar.com
"The actors and actresses were just SUPERB! The singing was phenomenal. This really is a must see..." -Goldstar "Red Velvet" member, Goldstar.com
"I just had the most moving experience in your theater tonight. To the entire cast of Dreamgirls: you were all truly wonderful and I will be spreading the word. People need to see this show. Amazing performances." -Steven Wallace, HRT's Facebook fanpage
"Thoroughly enjoyed [the] performance of Dreamgirls. Bravo to the entire cast and crew. Thank you for bringing Broadway quality performances at affordable prices to our community for people who appreciate many art forms. . .Telling everyone I know to tell everyone they know to go see HRT's powerful performance of DREAMGIRLS! IT WILL THRILL YOU!!" -Donna Marie DeBrill, HRT's Facebook fanpage
• Location:
Manhattan, 133rd Street Arts Center
• Post ID: 30643480 newyork