On Your Feet! (Chicago) Tickets

Gloria Estefan rose to international fame in the 1980s, playing an infectious mix of Latin music, dance music, and ballads. With her husband Emilio, their band Miami Sound Machine. "On Your Feet"is the story of the career and love story of Gloria and Emilio. Backed with a soundtrack of the hit songs of Ms. Estefan and MSM, the show moves chronologically through her life from Emilio's discovery and encouragement of 17-year-old Gloria to her success - first in the Latin American market, then on the American pop charts - to a devastating accident that nearly ended her career and life to her recovery and comeback. It is a story of overcoming physical hardships and bucking industry trends. Jake Dylan portrays cynical record producer Phil, who opposes releasing a single in English because he believes that Americans will never buy a record with Latin rhythms and horns. Undeterred, the Estefans promote their singles through dance clubs instead of on the radio. Gaby Albo brings to her performance the strength and energy of Gloria's character. Samuel Garnica as Emilio is more subtle, promoting his wife from behind the scenes - sometimes pushing too hard but constantly pushing. But the music and dance are the real stars. Estefan poured energy and emotion into her songs, and "On Your Feet"channels this admirably. Gloria's 1991 accident was a significant event in her life and in this show. After months of rehabilitation, the singer recovered to revive a solo career and win eight Grammy Awards. Her renaissance serves as a climax to the second act, which ends with an excellent musical number, bringing the entire cast on stage for their curtain call. This real-life inspired story serves as an inspiration for all of us when we face adversity.

Me and my gf loved the music! Great show with great ethnic themes! Would recommend!

Really strong performances by main cast and some nice songs. Story not so strong or deep (although touching).

Absolutely amazing! From start to finish this show is filled with great music, amazing voices and brilliant acting. Loved every minute of it as did my other two friends. Strong story telling to back up the wonderful music of Gloria Estefan and Emilio Estevez.

The dancing, music, and singing were fantastic. I was a little uncomfortable when the character Emelio use the line line ‘all the white people were dancing around and looked like a bunch of cuetips bopping up snd down. Racism in any form is unacceptable and the play got their cheapshot laugh. From the audience. This is not going to make me want to attend, pay money to have me laughed at because my whiteness. It needs to go.

This musical had everything i love - a heart-warming story, humour, a lot of dance and 80s music! What’s not to love?! Well done to the cast for an amazing production.

Music kept my feet moving. It was emotional at times. Brought memories back from attending a concert by them! Great all around!

All the actors were phenomenal and their voices were amazing

This performance was so lively and exhilarating - wanted to jump out of my seat and dance but probably would have bumped into people. The first part was awesome but then it got even better for the second part. Everyone around us were a bit mature and they were raising their arms and just enjoying, this highly entertaining story. Thanks for bringing it back.

It’s a great show. I highly recommend it. Great music. Inspiring story line. Very touching and fun.

We smiled, laughed & cried. The stars were amazing. The music was perfect. We couldn’t have enjoyed it more!

Such a great show! The actor that played Gloria was amazing! Such talent among the whole cast! High energy show! I was not aware of all the struggles Gloria had in life. I respect her even more!

The play was great but i take the train to go downtown and the timeframe of the train and the play was not good I had to leave the venue early to catch the last train back to the suburbs.

Really enjoyed the show & the music!! I’m so glad I was able to go!!

I like that they told the story of their life along with all the good music.

His was a fun filled show! I wanted to dance in the aisles and sing along! I would definitely see this show again!

Get on your feet musical made me want to get on my feet and dance. The music and acting was great. I would love to see it again!

THE MUSICAL ON YOUR FEET WAS GREAT..THE STORY,THE COSTUMES AND BEST OF ALL THE MUSIC...THIS WAS THE 3RD TIME I'VE SEE THIS PLAY AND ENJOYED IT EVERY TIME..JUST MAKES YOU FEEL GOOD AND IT'S A WONDERFUL STORY OF GLORIA AND EMILIO AND FAMILY

What a fun way to spend an afternoon. The music, singing, dancing were great as were the costumes and the acting. If you are a fan of Gloria Estefan, I would definitely recommend this show. I laughed, I cried, and at the end we were all able to get up and move. Such fun!

This show was possibly the best I have ever seen. It hit me on so many levels. The music touched my soul. The dancing was beyond amazing. Such a positive message with fire and spirit. It made me proud to be an American again. The Sound Machine in back thundered with such power. Gloria and Emilio are true American Treasures!!!