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It began as one man’s story… became everyone’s music… and is now Broadway’s musical. 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 many more. Motown shattered barriers, shaped our lives and made us all move to the same beat. Featuring classic songs such as “My Girl” and “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” experience the story behind the music in the record-breaking smash hit MOTOWN THE MUSICAL!
So many memories of the hits and stars of Motown in this show. The woman portraying Diana Ross was phenomenal! Choreography was great. The negative: The woman behind us singing (poorly) to every song. I also found the actual story line a little weak, but overall it was a great evening.
EPIC... THIS SHOW IS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING IN EVERY WAY!!!
Sound check could be better on performances. Some of the actors voices were very low. Some of the background overpowered the lead singer in some scenes. Overall the performance was good. Being a theater major I was a little disappointed with the production. I bought tickets to celebrate a friends birthday.
I have always listened to old school music, but this show made me wish I was born during that time. I wanted to get up and dance in the aisles. Amazing show!!!!! Great music!!!!!
The cast was extremely talented - especially loved the Dianna Ross and Marvin Gaye performances. Wish I could see it again! My sister and I knew all the songs and felt the performers did them justice. Fun reliving the era of "come together with love" songs like "Reach out and Touch". I wish we had more good song writers and musicians like that now! The costumes were amazingly beautiful. Choreography and dancing so enjoyable. The Oriental Theatre was a great venue for Motown the Musical but the parking is way too expensive ($35)!
The performance was nice with some standout moments. Only wished some of the musical numbers were longer. Audience participation portion of the show was fun.
Great show. Great music. Lots of memories. Even got the audience involved. A must see!
Beyond amazing! Enjoyed every minute! Outstanding story and performances.
A great solid cast really made the show. Reed Shannon as young Michael Jackson was outstanding. Allison Semmes as Diana Ross made you swear it was Diana. Clifton Oliver was also terrific as Berry Gordy. I could listen to the music all night. Motown was one of the best labels ever and a shame the mega labels took control of the industry.
Motown was just okay. Certainly not the best musical I've seen. More music would have made it better.
I went to see the musical with 6 family members. Everyone enjoyed it! The music was incredible, the storyline was poignant, their wardrobe nostalgic! It really took you back in time. And the theatre was absolutely beautiful! Is this the same Oriental theater that I used to go to and watch really bad karate movies?! The only (half) negative I have about the musical is that I think the portrayal of Barry Gordy was a bit inaccurate. Watching his career as I did growing up, I don't recall him being such a nice guy...
I thought the show was great! The music, of course, was fantastic! I wish I could've heard more dialogue. Berry Gordy had an interesting career with Motown, but some of the dialogue was lost. The only disappointing part of the show was people who arrived late and had to have assistance looking for their seat. If more than 15 minutes late, people should have to wait til intermission or stand.
Motown the Musical does it all - provides fantastic entertainment, engages the audience and offers insights to a rocking pivotal time in American history. Those of us who lived and danced during those times were able to relive the pulse and meaning of how we changed a nation. For those who only heard about the times, it provides a glimpse of a generation whose music clearly expressed love and the need to make the world a better place.
Caught the very last Chicago performance of Motown the Musical on August 9th. Loved it! It was good to reconnect with the moods and music of my youth. I had forgotten just how much music Motown produced. The acting, singing and dancing were great. I could have had more Marvin Gaye. Why no reference to Tami Terrell, Marvin's duet partner before she feel terminally ill with brain cancer? All together, Motown the Musical was a wonderful presentation.
Music incredible. Actors excellent. All actors were extremely talented.
The show was great. The characters playing Diana Ross and Michael Jackson were the best in the entire show. I learned some new things about Motown. However, the theatre seats are terrible. There is not enough leg room and the seats are too small!
Not only was the music loud and fabulous, the history of Mo-Town was fascinating.
It was one of the best musical's I have ever been to!
The show was AMAZING!!! (*spoiler alert* The actress that played Diana Ross kind of stole the show!)
Fantastic show! Very talented actors and dancers. Would go see this again!
