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The stage bursts to life in the gritty streets of Buffalo, the backdrop for the arrival of the King of Punk Funk, Mr. Rick James.
Standing 5'11" with his iconic braids and leather-clad body, Rick's flamboyant and unruly stage persona takes center stage. Super Freak: The Rick James Story" brings Rick James' turbulent life to the stage, creating a musical extravaganza that immerses the audience in a vibrant and sensual showcase of his popular hits such as "Give It to Me Baby," "Mary Jane," and "Super Freak."
Beyond the glittering facade, the musical explores the layers of Rick's internal struggles and insane lifestyle filled with sex, drugs, and music. "Super Freak: The Rick James Story" captures the essence of a musical icon, leaving audiences with an unforgettable experience and the resounding declaration, "He's Rick James, Bitch!"
I went in Washington DC opening night. Me and my husband had a blast. We were singing and dancing . I am a Rick James fan so a lot of the stuff I knew about.(like him being in navy and being awol). Sing while he was in Canada. I LOVED IT. Awesome
Please go see this show!! Amazing fun music that crossed genres. I do not want to spoil surprises but Rick James was certainly more than just Punk Funk. The show builds up anticipation and hits hard when Rick discovers his Funk Soul!! Loved the costumes too!!! My family thoroughly enjoyed this show. There are complex adult themes but appropriate or 15 years old and above. Je'Caryous Johnson directed a Super Freaky Fun time and I will go see anything he produces in the future!! Stokley killed it as the Rick James, while the younger “Ricky” James was played by Kobe Brown with a mesmerizing performance!!!
Performers gave it their all, but the sound system was so bad that the show should've been canceled. First and last time we'll be going to that venue
I thought this event was awesome and I learned something about Rick James that I never knew. The show was very exciting and educational. Everyone was amazed that the person who played Lionel Richie looked so much like him. The down side was when I bought the program guide it di not include a picture of that individual. I would love to see more shows like this.
I grew up a lover of Rick James's work and I am a fan of Stokely of Mint Condition who performed as Rick James. So it was a complete no-brainer for me to attend the play. Great play and great performances but there were issues with the sound. Certain parts of the play that the audience could not hear the vocals. But other than that, I enjoyed the play.
Really enjoyed the play! Music was great, learned some things about Rick James that I didn't know. Very entertaining!
I liked the show. I am huge fan of Rick James and I felt like Stokley was the PERFECT choice to play Rick! Only criticism that I have were the microphone and sound. If that is correct the show would be an A++++.
Going in I was up for the play. Rick James’s origin story was really compelling. The songs that Rick James wrote, produced & preformed were all that. The microphone problems throughout the play really made the play feel longer than it actually was. If I could make a suggestion it would be to use handheld microphones because they would be historically accurate as well as technically reliable. Also I would cut down on the Lionel Richie song & insert that Rick produced Eddie Murphy’s album(“party all the time”)thus the Charlie Murphy stories. The play could be a hit if they make some edits. Shout out to Ty, Rick’s daughter, Stokley Williams & the Lady who was an original Mary James Girl (Sorry I forgot your name). Thank you for sharing Rick’s story with us. When you’ve made the corrections bring the play back for a redux.
This was by far the worst experience I have had at a play. The acting was terrible, the sound was bad. It was just an all around bad show. I was expecting top tier as I did with New Jack City, but it didn’t meet expectations at all. I hope this was just this one show and that some other city gets better. But this was definitely not worth the $170.00 I paid. Highly disappointed.
The sound was awful. Stokley was not singing and he was the main reason for going to the show. The show was nothing like New Jack City's production. Disappointed to say the least.
All actors and singers were amazing especially stokley outstanding !!!! reason for 4 stars was stokley mic was going in and out during his singing performance other that was great and will definitely go to another play
So overall the show was enjoyable, with that being said I feel like it was to long, there were people falling asleep in the row I was in. Also there were microphone issues throughout the show, And I was somewhat let down by Stokely singing as Rick James or lack there off. And there was a lot of great singing, the mom character, the younger Rick James character and the young lady who played Tenna Marie was amazing. But I definitely wouldn’t have paid as much for tickets based on this performance
Electra Flying and very enjoyable, the atmosphere was pleasant as well
Well told story of Rick James’ life and trials. Stokley personified Rick. So many powerful cast members.
Microphones did not work for many important dialog scenes or the most important songs. Really killed much of the impact.
I enjoyed the show from beginning to the end. The cast was amazing. The venue was good. I'm a huge fan of Mr Johnson's work and he never disappoints. 👍🏾👍🏾
Excellent show! A few issues with the microphone but the show was great!
Over the last ten years, I have traveled the country attending numerous concerts, live musicals and plays and this is "The BEST SHOW"that I have seen!! I'm not being bias because I live in and attended the show in Rick James hometown. (Buffalo NY) I can write a huge column on how great the show is, but my advice to you is to see it for yourself. You WON'T BE DISSAPOINTED!!
Great show from beginning to end my wife and I enjoyed it
The production was horrible! The main character's microphone was shorted out! The show was stopped 3 times all before the first 20 minutes! I wanted a refund!
