Tag Archives: Motown The Musical

Walter’s World: Motown The Musical (with video)

By Walter Rutledge

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After five weeks of previews Motown the Musical officially opened on Sunday, April 14. The show’s book by Berry Gordy is based on his autobiography, To Be Loved: The Music, The Magic, The Memories Of Motown by Berry Gordy, which chronicles his life and the Motown era. Director Charles Randolph-Wright takes us on a twenty-five year musical odyssey, telling the story of the people and the music that changed the world.  Continue reading

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HW Pick: Motown, The Musical (video)

Get a first look at Motown: The Musical’s knockout cast in our new TV commercial! Continue reading

Walter’s World: Weekend Picks Fine Art, Theater and The Apollo February 7, 2013

By Walter Rutledge

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There is literally a blizzard of arts related activity this weekend. Fine Art, Theater bound uptown, while one of Harlem’s most revered venues opens it doors to the public. Here are some of the many events happening around the city and in our community. Continue reading