Book and Lyrics by Tom Eyen | Music by Henry Krieger * Original Broadway Production Directed and Choreographed by Michael Bennett. Western Michigan University Dreamgirls: Light on Substance, Big on Style - London 2017
It delves into the cutthroat nature of the music industry, racial and sexual politics, and the personal cost of fame. Dream Girls
The show has had massive success on both the stage and screen: Dreamgirls | Theatre - Western Michigan University Book and Lyrics by Tom Eyen | Music
Dreamgirls is a groundbreaking American musical that explores the evolution of R&B and soul music through the 1960s and 70s. Loosely inspired by real-life acts like The Supremes and the history of Motown Records, it chronicles the rise of "The Dreams," a young female trio from Chicago. 🎭 The Storyline Loosely inspired by real-life acts like The Supremes
To achieve mainstream "crossover" success, Curtis replaces the powerful, soulful lead singer Effie with the more conventionally beautiful Deena.
The score features a mix of gospel, R&B, soul, and disco. 🌟 Major Productions