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DREAMGIRLS The Broadway musical Sensation

14th July 2011 – 24th July 2011
8.30 p.m. and 3.30 pm
Istana Budaya, Kuala Lumpur

DREAMGIRLS is a Broadway musical which tells the rags-to-riches story of an up and coming, 1960s girl group, and the triumphs and tribulations that come with fame and fortune. The musical follows the story of a young female singing trio from Chicago, Illinois called “The Dreams”, who become music superstars. It revolves around the era between the late 1960s to 1980s and tells the tale of the journey of ´The Dreams´ with the main Protagonist Effie White (originally played by Jennifer Holliday, and then by Jennifer Hudson in the 2006 release).

The musical, which first premiered at the Imperial Theatre on December 20, 1982, was later adapted into motion picture from DreamWorks and Paramount Pictures in 2006, starring Jamie Foxx, Beyoncé Knowles, Eddie Murphy, and Jennifer Hudson, who won the 2006 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of Effie White.

With music by Academy® Award nominee Henry Krieger and book and lyrics by Tony® and Grammy ®-Award winner Tom Eyen, DREAMGIRLS features a few unforgettable hits, including “And I Am Telling You I´m Not Going,” “One Night Only” and “Listen. ”

In 1982, Holliday´s recording of Effie´s solo “And I Am Telling You I´m Not Going” was a #1 single on the Billboard R&B charts; while Hudson´s rendition of of the torch song became a Top 20 R&B single, and a number-one dance hit!

“And I am telling you” – the signature tune of the musical relays Effie´s love for Curtis Taylor Jr., her manager when she refuses to let Curtis leave her behind. The lyrics of the torch song says it all “I´m staying and you ….you´re gonna love me. ”

This highly sought after musical is now brought to Malaysia live in Istana Budaya from 14 to 24 July 2011. It is presented by BROADWAY ACADEMY who has been given full rights to stage Dreamgirls in Malaysia. This production is a collaboration with KPKK, JKKN and Istana Budaya. Get your tickets now before it is being snapped off. Tickets on sales now!

Cast List:
Effie White – Elvira Arul (actor and singer)
Curtis Taylor Jr. – Tony Eusoff (actor and singer)
Deena Jones – Cheryl Samad (TV host and presenter)
Lorrell Robinson – Azura Zainal (former Disney Channel host and current TV host)
Michelle Morris – Ruzana Ibrahim (singer from the group Lushes)
C.C White – Dafi (Akademi Fantasia)
Dina – Understudy for Effie White and ensemble (Malaysian Idol and celebrity DJ)
Reefa – Understudy for Jimmy Thunder and ensemble (celebrity DJ)
Marty Madison – Indi Nadarajah (Comedy Court)

Get your tickets from:
1.Online at www.AirAsiaRedtix.com
2.Istana Budaya Ticketing Office
3.Rock Corner and Victoria Music Centre

For enquiry only:
Please call AirAsiaRedtix Ticketing Hotline at +603 – 8775 4666. Hotline is operational from 9-6 on weekdays.

Note:
1.10% for BA Fan Club for purchase via outlet and Istana Budaya only. Each membership card is limited to 2 tickets per show.
2.No discounts for matinee shows, Patron Night and Charity Night.
3.10% discount for Opening Night 14.07.2011.
4.Rush seats and seat upgrades for Fan Club members.
5.All prices shown including RM3 AirAsiaRedTix fee.
6.RM5 reprint fee for online booking e-tickets.
7.No reprint for replacement for missing tickets.
8.Online ticket selling close on 24th July 2011 subject to availability.