Through December 23, 2017
(216)
241-6000
Charisma and conga, not story or storytelling, carry touring "On Your Feet!"
To see a full review of this show, read Bob Abelman's blog here.
Roy Berko
The Cuban-American success story is everything
that Trump and his alt-right cronies say doesn’t and shouldn’t happen. Long live immigrants and their success
stories! “On Your Feet” is a joyous
must see journey, with an infectious musical beat! I dare you not to be standing, clapping and
singing during the curtain call.
Howard Gollop
"'On
Your Feet!” the new Broadway musical based on the life and music of
Emilio and Gloria Estefan and the Miami Sound Machine, wins
points right off the bat for taking in a cold Cleveland audience in
December and dropping a giant satin-like stage curtain to reveal the hot
world of the Cuban and Miami music scene — palm trees and all.
All
would be for naught, of course, if the cast were anything less than
dynamic triple-threat dancers, singers and actors, and this touring
company comes through. Christie
Prades, who has the additional task of portraying the famed star Gloria
Estefan, creates a deeply dimensional character that carries the show
even through some ballad-laden down time in the second act. "
Mark Horning
Even if you are not familiar with Latin music you
will find yourself falling in love with this show. The simple yet functional
sets, wonderful costumes, upbeat music inter-spaced with heartfelt ballads,
dazzling lighting and sound makes this a must see show. You will find yourself
dancing out of the theater after the amazing mini-concert after the curtain
calls.
Andrea Simakis
Gloria and Emile Estephone's journey is extraordinary, a Broadway-worthy epic of setbacks and sensational victories with an irresistible beat. At heart, it's a love story about two kids in search of the American dream who found each other along the way.
To see a full review of this show, read Andrea Simakis' blog or visit Cleveland.com here.
