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Jennifer Hudson Returns to Dreamgirls Stage
11 Feb
Summary
- Jennifer Hudson joins the producing team for the Dreamgirls revival.
- She previously starred as Effie White in a film inspired by the musical.
- The original 1981 production won six Tony Awards.
Jennifer Hudson, an accomplished EGOT winner, is set to produce a new Broadway revival of the acclaimed musical "Dreamgirls." Hudson, whose career was significantly impacted by her role as Effie White in a film inspired by the musical, shared her excitement about contributing to this upcoming production. The revival will be brought to life under the direction and choreography of Camille A. Brown.
The original "Dreamgirls" premiered at the Imperial Theatre in 1981, with direction and choreography by Michael Bennett. This landmark production became a career launchpad for Jennifer Holliday, whose performance of "And I'm Telling You I'm Not Going" earned her a Tony Award. The musical garnered a total of six Tony Awards during its initial run.
Further details regarding casting and additional information about the "Dreamgirls" revival are expected to be announced at a later date. Hudson joins the producing team alongside Sonia Friedman Productions, Sue Wagner, and John Johnson.
