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4.6 1236 reviews from 1236 verified reviews- Starring: Cedric Neal, Lucy St. Louis, Charl Brown, Sifiso Mazibuko
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Starring:
Cedric Neal, Lucy St. Louis, Charl Brown, Sifiso Mazibuko
Motown the Musical – A brilliant feel-good show
Motown Records, based in Detroit, was founded by Berry Gordy in 1959 to showcase the very best early rhythm and blues, soul and funk. With diversity at its beating heart, these days the Motown legacy is a music industry legend.
Gordy was inspired by the so-called 'truth-telling' of early black music, which he felt was, “a chronicle of our collective emotional journey in this world – pain and sadness, happiness and celebration... wisdom and faith.” His fervour still shines through every song the record label released.
Motown the Musical - The story
What's the story? It's 1983 and the scene is the Pasadena Civic Auditorium, where a bunch of glittering music industry stars are waiting to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Motown Records. At the same time, flashing back to the past, in Detroit the young Berry Gordy is observing his neighbours dancing. It took until 1957 for him to form his own record label, bringing in huge hitters like Marvin Gaye and Smokey Robinson, Diana Ross and the Supremes.
The musical is stuffed with hits, more than sixty tunes in total including Diana Ross's I Hear a Symphony, You're All I Need to Get By from Stevie Wonder, Where Did Our Love Go by The Supremes, Please Mr Postman by the Marvelettes and masses more... Mary Wells and The Temptations, Martha and the Vandellas, The Contours and, of course, The Jackson 5.
The St Louis Post calls it a “supremely entertaining night of musical whiplash”. CBS Sunday Morning called it "More than a broadway show...a celebration of music that transformed America." Time Out New York said the show "Sets the theatre on fire!" All of which means you can expect two and three quarter hours of total and utter musical heaven.
This is a genuinely exhilarating feel-good show charting Berry Gordy’s amazing journey from featherweight boxer to a heavyweight career as a music industry figure whose talent, passion and determination launched the careers of many a famous soul name. The show features a massive ensemble cast of more than 40 actors. Together they do homage to the soundtrack that changed America forever... and now you can experience it here in Britain.
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Great show, just too loudThe show was very professional. The only problem I had was, the volume was painfully loud. This was most notable for spoken word; I couldn't understand most of the dialog.
N Reviewed on 21 April 2019 by Neil
Leamington Spa, United Kingdom
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Good story, great music
M Reviewed on 21 April 2019 by Maureen
Crawley, United Kingdom
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Learned so much behind the music great nightI really enjoyed everything seats were great, the only bad thing was fighting to the bar maybe bring selection of drinks around,
M Reviewed on 20 April 2019 by Micheala
Peterborough, United Kingdom
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Great SongsMusic was to to loud! Didn’t get to hear a many of the iconic Motown songs all through, cut short, because of the story.
R Reviewed on 11 April 2019 by Ray
Brentford, United Kingdom
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Energetic, all action singing and dancingP Reviewed on 07 April 2019 by Peter
Tadley, United Kingdom
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FantasticGreat show. You just go with the flow. Supergood.
J Reviewed on 04 April 2019 by Jari
Helsinki, Finland
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AMAZING!!!!T Reviewed on 03 April 2019 by Trudie-blue
Hastings, United Kingdom
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Brilliant colourful fantastic musicAmazing show fantastic music, interaction with audience throughout really great evening
M Reviewed on 02 April 2019 by Michelle
Plymouth, United Kingdom
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Great show - toilet situation awfulThe show was amazing, the seats were not great (row w in the stalls) because of the low roof not all of the stage was visable - definitely go upper circle if going The toilet situation is AWFUL, the close access to the main theatre so there are just a couple in the staircases - you have to queue down the stairs to wait and we nearly missed the second part because the queues were so long
S Reviewed on 28 March 2019 by Sarah
Coventry, United Kingdom
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amazing showN Reviewed on 28 March 2019 by Nani
Stamford Hill, United Kingdom
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Motown fever ??First half of play wonderful,second half not so good as I was stuck behind someone I’d describe as the mountain from GOT..... but all in all I loved it ??
G Reviewed on 27 March 2019 by Graham
Derby, United Kingdom
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True storyP Reviewed on 26 March 2019 by Peter
Sandy, United Kingdom
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A reminder of piece of history of music and human kind... fantastic!R Reviewed on 26 March 2019 by Rafaele
Arezzo, Italy
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Lots of good musicVery entertainig, you will be reminded of how diffrent and difficult music life was for black people
H Reviewed on 26 March 2019 by Hans
Järfälla, Sweden
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Energetic and enjoyableL Reviewed on 24 March 2019 by Lorraine
Kettering, United Kingdom
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Loved the showS Reviewed on 24 March 2019 by Steven
Ferndown, United Kingdom
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Great showGreat music, excellent cast, really loved it!
M Reviewed on 21 March 2019 by Michael
Broadstairs, United Kingdom
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Not memorable!I don't think Motown is up there with the best of musicals. We were very bored and wanted to leave before the end. Too much chat and not enough singing!
M Reviewed on 21 March 2019 by Marian
Basildon, United Kingdom
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Motown ShowVery good show. As a hearing aid wearer sadly I did struggle to hear some of the story telling. Second half of the show included some audience participation which was fun, enjoyed a bit of a boogie at the end.
R Reviewed on 20 March 2019 by Robert
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
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FabulousFabulous show, depicting the story of Motown. Thoroughly enjoyed the show, brilliant seats, and friendly and helpful staff. Excellent!
S Reviewed on 20 March 2019 by Susan
Sheffield, United Kingdom
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Absolutely brilliant!C Reviewed on 17 March 2019 by Charlotte
Peterborough, United Kingdom
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FantasticD Reviewed on 16 March 2019 by Deborah
West Drayton, United Kingdom
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Twickenham tripGreat show well worth watching ?
S Reviewed on 15 March 2019 by Shelley
Bury, United Kingdom
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Must be a 70's music fanK Reviewed on 14 March 2019 by Karen
Tucson, United States Of America
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Very good but need to sort out the sound on there mics out for the sound where wevwas situng just a bout here them
T Reviewed on 13 March 2019 by Teresa
Romford, United Kingdom
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An excellent evening’s entertainment.M Reviewed on 10 March 2019 by Michael
Inverurie, United Kingdom
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A must see showThe show was very good would recommend you see it.
A Reviewed on 10 March 2019 by Andrew
Bognor, United Kingdom
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A must seeCan not recommend it enough! By far the best musical I’ve seen , amazing songs and unbelievably talented cast
M Reviewed on 09 March 2019 by Monique
London, United Kingdom
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Fantastic MusicThe music was fantastic. Well worth going to see.
D Reviewed on 04 March 2019 by Doreen
Loughborough, United Kingdom
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Wonderful, feel-good musical with an amazing castI loved everything about this show. The quality of the singing was amazing. As a long time fan of Motown music I enjoyed every one of the songs and I learned things I hadn’t known about Berry Gordy’s story. I’d thoroughly recommend it.
D Reviewed on 02 March 2019 by Diana
Bedford, United Kingdom
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Inspiring and must seeM Reviewed on 28 February 2019 by Maja
London, United Kingdom
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Great momentS Reviewed on 26 February 2019 by Stephanie
Rosny Sous Bois, France
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MUST SEE UNMISSABLE SHOW!We were looking forward to this show and were not disappointed. Fantastic music brought back great memories. Brilliant singers and fantastic costumes. A great night out.
R Reviewed on 26 February 2019 by Richard
St Ives, United Kingdom
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A real must for anyone who has an interest in motown or even musical history in generalAlthough not required a brief review of the era and gendre would add to the enjoyment and the understanding of a terrific production.
A Reviewed on 25 February 2019 by Andrew
Near Ferryhill, United Kingdom
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Great show, occasionally excessively loud drowning out the singing . Well worth seeing
T Reviewed on 23 February 2019 by Terry
Herts, United Kingdom
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Heart swelling ♥️Do yourself a favour!!
A Reviewed on 23 February 2019 by Alexandra
Gidgegannup, Australia
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Fabulous. BrilliantHelpful staff, can show!
I Reviewed on 23 February 2019 by Ian
Peel, United Kingdom
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A must seeD Reviewed on 23 February 2019 by Dietmar
Langen Bei Bregenz, Austria
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Non stop Motown MagicLove the show, powerful singing and good storyline
B Reviewed on 23 February 2019 by Bryan
Hornchurch, United Kingdom
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FantasticThe story line, acting, performance, costumes were amazing
S Reviewed on 23 February 2019 by Sharon
Croydon, United Kingdom
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MusicEnjoyed show but was expecting a bit more music but enjoyed the Motown story telling
S Reviewed on 22 February 2019 by Sheila
Kent, United Kingdom
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Great musicA Reviewed on 22 February 2019 by Ann-mari
Ljungskile, Sweden
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Superb show!Although sometimes too loud not to put your hands over your ears, this was a great show!
I Reviewed on 22 February 2019 by Irene
Peterborough, United Kingdom
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Brilliant....H Reviewed on 21 February 2019 by Helena
Enfield, United Kingdom
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A riot of sound and colour!!!!!Real feel good show. Amazing music that you’d have to be nuts not to like. A must see show. X
C Reviewed on 21 February 2019 by Clair
Woodbridge, United Kingdom
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For lovers of the Motown music sound. A must see before it finishes in April. Great show.Quick moving, high pace musical. Song after song of the most memorable Motown songs, by very convincing actors, playing some of the most iconic music stars. Most enjoyable and certainly up lifting. Difficult to stay still with the great songs coming fast and furious.
H Reviewed on 20 February 2019 by Hazel
Windsor, United Kingdom
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A Must See, Brilliant Show.G Reviewed on 19 February 2019 by Gwyneth
St. Helens, United Kingdom
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Amazing.What a fab way to spend an evening at the Theatre. Everything about it in my opinion is 5*.
R Reviewed on 19 February 2019 by Rosemary
Yatton, United Kingdom
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A must see !!! ?N Reviewed on 16 February 2019 by Naushad
Leicester, United Kingdom
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Absolutely brilliant!Such a fantastic show. The best musical we have watched by far. Would recommend to everyone!
S Reviewed on 15 February 2019 by Sahar
Stevenage, United Kingdom
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Must seeMy husband and I love the show, this was the fourth time we have been, and are very disappointed it soon will be leaving the Shaftesbury theatre. The acting singing, songs and the story is brilliant a show not to be missed.
T Reviewed on 15 February 2019 by Tina
Gillingham, United Kingdom
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BrillientIt was AMAZING all round entertainment and the singing and songs were out of this world. A BIG CONGRATULATIONS to everyone involved. IT IS A MUST TO SEE.
S Reviewed on 14 February 2019 by Shirley
Plymouth, United Kingdom
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Great, no super excellent entertainment! Took my wife on Valentines day. Best day out so far!D Reviewed on 14 February 2019 by Denis
Dagenham, United Kingdom
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A must see!Loved the show, really excellent singing, brings you back in time. A real feel good show for the whole family.
L Reviewed on 14 February 2019 by Lynthia
West Drayton, United Kingdom
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Great musicJ Reviewed on 14 February 2019 by Julie
Potters Bar Herts, United Kingdom
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Motown missingI was a little disappointed in 5he acting of main characters and thought that their speech was a little too fast and inaudible at time. Music was good but would have like more of early Motown.
K Reviewed on 13 February 2019 by Kathryn Heather
Limavady, United Kingdom
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OkShow was very entertaining
J Reviewed on 13 February 2019 by Jeff
Stanmore, United Kingdom
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AmowtowningA stunning evening filled with beautiful music, lovely atmosphere and a stunning cast
J Reviewed on 12 February 2019 by Juliet
London, United Kingdom
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Great soundV Reviewed on 11 February 2019 by Victoria
London, United Kingdom
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Brilliant showL Reviewed on 11 February 2019 by Liela
Alexandra Hills, Australia
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Fabulous show,a musical delightThe show was fabulous, it has you wanting to dance in your seat. Fabulous MOTOWN music and a spectacle of great acting and singing.
A Reviewed on 10 February 2019 by Anita
Felixdorf, Austria
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Amazing feel good showPerfect view. Took my 8 year old son. We loved every minute. Great for a feel good pick me up. Really loved it.
L Reviewed on 09 February 2019 by Liz
London, United Kingdom
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Brilliant!C Reviewed on 09 February 2019 by Caroline
Morden, United Kingdom
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must see musical.Excellent show fantastic music with incredible artists.
G Reviewed on 09 February 2019 by Garry
Cleethorpes, United Kingdom
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Wonderful. A must for motown fans.We really enjoyed the show. I have seen it twice in the theatre and will go again when it goes on tour.
S Reviewed on 08 February 2019 by Sheila
Whatlington, United Kingdom
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Definite Must See Musical !!Perfect singing, music, acting and extremely well put together and performed. Best show I've seen in many a year !!
J Reviewed on 08 February 2019 by John
Croydon South London, United Kingdom
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AmazingIt was brilliant from start to finish
K Reviewed on 07 February 2019 by Kim
Norwich, United Kingdom
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Must see show!D Reviewed on 07 February 2019 by Danielle
Loughton, United Kingdom
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Most amazing show ever!!! Would go again in a heart beat!! Could not stop singing or dancing!! Made me overwhelmingly happy and emotional with the history and the music!! LOVE LOVE LOVE!! This is a MUST see!!!!
H Reviewed on 06 February 2019 by Hannah
Shepperton, United Kingdom
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EnjoyableStarted out a little choppy but got increasingly better and atmospheric
M Reviewed on 05 February 2019 by Marie
Barnsley, United Kingdom
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Catchy and mesmerisingMy mum and I visited this show for her birthday and it was definitely worth the wait. The actors and actresses were amazing. The story was so cleverly put together. There was some audience participation which I felt added a little something to the show. The costumes were beautiful and we couldn't stop singing along to every song. Would highly recommend it and will definitely be seeing it again.
R Reviewed on 05 February 2019 by Rebecca
Sutton In Ashfield, United Kingdom
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Vibrant and entertainingI lived through the birth of Motown, but went to the show with my two daughters who are in their early forties. It appealed to us all and I'm sure it was enjoyed by the younger people in the audience too.
M Reviewed on 04 February 2019 by Maureen
Worthing, United Kingdom
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The best feel good show I have seen for years.Such a great show, loved the music, it brought memories of a time when music was great. I hadn’t know the story behind Mowtown or why it stopped, so found it interesting to find out why. All the actors were brilliant, and the singing excellent, the young lad who played the young Michael Jackson, was amazing. We sat in row M seat 9&10, and had a brilliant view with loads of leg room, as it’s the larger space for the walkway. If you want a real feel good show, this is a must. As we were walking out, all you could hear was people say how brilliant the show was. I definitely will be going to see it again.
B Reviewed on 03 February 2019 by Brian
Burgess Hill, United Kingdom
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Must seeJ Reviewed on 03 February 2019 by Jon
Ipswich, United Kingdom
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Exciting, full of energy, uplifting.This show will appeal to anyone that has ever listened to music. You don't need to know Motown history. There's so much of this popular soul music threaded through current day musical culture that came from Motown. I was 3 rows back in the stalls and could really feel the energy from the actors. The audience spontaneously whooped and cheered when historical past legends appeared and performed. Some of the actors could really sing, notably Smokey Robinson. The theatre is beautiful and historic, is somewhat cramped by today's standards. Go, enjoy the show, leave and feel joyous.
G Reviewed on 03 February 2019 by Grant
Dunmow, United Kingdom
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A very good show and well acted I just think everyone worked so hard to make it special thanks
J Reviewed on 02 February 2019 by Jeffrey
South Benfleet, United Kingdom
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Amazing must seeD Reviewed on 02 February 2019 by Dami
Bromley, United Kingdom
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Great show shame about the staffGreat show shame about the staff After an hour sitting in front of a hen do 14 strong from Northern Ireland who didn’t stop talking shouting swearing my girlfriend opened a pack of m and m s and was then told by the attendant she can’t eat them they are too noisey! And it wasn’t fair on the rest of the viewers. How can this even be possible ?
J Reviewed on 02 February 2019 by Jamie
Haverfordwest, United Kingdom
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The show was brilliant in every way
J Reviewed on 02 February 2019 by James
Teignmouth, United Kingdom
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Brilliant
J Reviewed on 02 February 2019 by Jim
Birmingham, United Kingdom
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A five star showAmazing story, music,acting and theatre made it a overall brilliant experience
E Reviewed on 01 February 2019 by Emma
South Croydon, United Kingdom
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A m a zingLoved this show all the artists were of exceptional standard, it was like a ray of sunshine on a miserable cold January afternoon, proper feel good show. Can not fault it in anyway. The only downside was the theatre was a tad cold coats needed throughout the performance.
K Reviewed on 01 February 2019 by Kim
Mexborough, United Kingdom
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Wonderful showI Reviewed on 01 February 2019 by Ines
Paris, France
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A must see theatre showVery good show
K Reviewed on 31 January 2019 by Kevin
Gillingham, United Kingdom
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A Must See!Hi quality show, outstanding musicians.. I was blown away by their voices!
C Reviewed on 31 January 2019 by Carole
Richterswil, Switzerland
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Brilliant2nd time I have seen this show it was even better 2nd time round thoroughly recommend
T Reviewed on 31 January 2019 by Tracy
Sevenoaks, United Kingdom
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Amazing, show everyone will love.M Reviewed on 29 January 2019 by Michelle
Sheffield, United Kingdom
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A must see. Brilliant showThis show was fantastic. All the actors were terrific. It made you want to get up & dance.
J Reviewed on 29 January 2019 by Jacqueline
Romford, United Kingdom
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NostalgaE Reviewed on 28 January 2019 by Evelyn
Chatham, United Kingdom
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A must seaS Reviewed on 27 January 2019 by Sylvain
Lille, France
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Absolutely fantastic show, really enjoyed the story and show.M Reviewed on 27 January 2019 by Marcus
Abingdon, United Kingdom
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OutstandingH Reviewed on 26 January 2019 by Hayley
Grantham, United Kingdom
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Must seeGreat show with superb songs
J Reviewed on 25 January 2019 by John
Walthamstow, United Kingdom
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Absolutely brilliant!!Best musical I've seen in a long time ! Absolute must see!! The singers were amazing.
H Reviewed on 25 January 2019 by Hanah
Romford, United Kingdom
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Amazing show Motown music from my youth loved it
A Reviewed on 24 January 2019 by Angela
Newmarket, United Kingdom
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Fantastic show, better than expected and a really talented cast and crewP Reviewed on 24 January 2019 by Phil
Trowbridge, United Kingdom
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ElectrifyingN Reviewed on 23 January 2019 by Nadine
London, United Kingdom
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A real feel good showThoroughly recommend this show storyline music and acting fantastic
D Reviewed on 21 January 2019 by D
Seaton, United Kingdom
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Great sing along night in London.Wow blew us away, The old songs are the best! Good performance by all the cast, they kept us entertained for the whole show.
G Reviewed on 21 January 2019 by Graham
Falmouth, United Kingdom
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colourful, informative...a great showS Reviewed on 20 January 2019 by Simon
Newbury, United Kingdom
2017
David Albury Leads the New Cast of MOTOWN
by Phil Willmott | Wednesday, July 26 2017, 11:37
Motown the Musical have just announced a new leading man and I'm very excited to hear that it’s David Albury who’ll be taking over the role of Smokey Robinson just as producers release 500,000 new tickets for sale, securing the show at the Shaftesbury Theatre until 5 January 2019.
David Albury Leads the New Cast of MOTOWN2016
Review: MOTOWN - THE MUSICAL at Shaftesbury Theatre
by Stacey Tyler | Monday, May 9 2016, 09:16
MOTOWN is a brand new musical that has flown into the West End after a hugely successful run on Broadway. For millions of people their generation is defined by the music of Motown and no matter what your age, this catalogue of hits has something for everybody to enjoy. From classics such as Reet Petite and Shop Around to a medley of Jackson 5 songs and the Stevie Wonder Classic: Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m yours, this is a Jukebox musical that really lives up to its name. Looking around the audience, it is clear to see that from the very first chord MOTOWN is the perfect night out.
Review: MOTOWN - THE MUSICAL at Shaftesbury Theatre2016
Review: MOTOWN at the Shaftesbury Theatre
by Hugh Wooldridge | Thursday, February 25 2016, 11:26
While we here in Britain were listening to The Rolling Stones, The Beatles and Cliff Richard and The Shadows, most of America was listening to the extraordinary output and music of Berry Gordy, the founder and owner of the (Tamla) Motown label.
Review: MOTOWN at the Shaftesbury Theatre