It’s been 18 years since Jennifer Hudson and Beyoncé shared the screen for the film adaptation of the 1981 broadway play Dreamgirls. Upon Bey receiving the Innovator Award at the 2024 iHeartRadio ...

“I think everyone wants me to do Effie,” said Newell, referring to the role in “Dreamgirls” that won Jennifer Hudson an Oscar. Speaking on the latest episode of Stagecraft, Variety’s theater podcast, ...

WhatsOnStage readers have been given a first listen to the original London cast recording of Dreamgirls, ahead of the album's launch on Friday. Like what you hear? Book a top price ticket using our ...

Within the context of Dreamgirls, “Listen” fits best. It gave Deena an empowering arc that was both impactful & memorable. However, “Love You I Do” is a bop. Sonically it’s very Aretha Franklin-ish.

Alex Newell has always had two musical-theater dream roles — and after the recent, Tony-winning revival of “Once On This Island,” he’s already played one of them. Next stop: “Dreamgirls“? Listen to ...