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Dreamgirls in Concert (2001 Concert Cast) | 
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| Artists: Henry Krieger, Audra Mcdonald, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Emily Skinner, Darius De Haas
Label: Nonesuch
Category: Music
List Price: $21.98
Buy New: $16.99
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Rating:  78 reviews
Sales Rank: 24964
Format: Soundtrack
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 2
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 5 x 0.5
MPN: 79656
UPC: 075597965629
EAN: 0075597965629
ASIN: B00005Y4P4
Release Date: February 26, 2002
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| Tracks:
Disc 1
| • | I'm Looking for Something, Baby | | • | Goin' Downtown | | • | Takin' the Long Way Home | | • | Move (You're Steppin on My Heart) | | • | Scene: Fifty bucks says the Dreamettes don't win | | • | Fake Your Way to the Top | | • | Scene: It ain't working, Marty | | • | Cadillac Car | | • | Cadillac Car (On the Road) | | • | Cadillac Car (Recording Studio) | | • | Scene: I don't believe they can do that | | • | Steppin' to the Bad Side | | • | Scene: I'm working on a long shot | | • | Party, Party | | • | I Want You, Baby | | • | Scene: I'm a woman now | | • | Family | | • | Scene: What are you doing to that girl? | | • | Dreamgirls | | • | Press Conference | | • | Heavy | | • | Walkin' Down the Strip/Scene: Las Vegas | | • | It's All Over | | • | And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going |
Disc 2
| • | Opening Act II: Dreams Medley | | • | Scene: Effie White is the best singer you're gonna find | | • | I Am Changing | | • | Vogue Sequence | | • | When I First Saw You | | • | Ain't No Party | | • | I Meant You No Harm | | • | The Rap | | • | I Miss You, Old Friend | | • | One Night Only | | • | One Night Only (Disco Version) | | • | I'm Somebody | | • | Hard to Say Good-bye | | • | Dreamgirls (Reprise) |
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Amazon.com
A Chorus Line may be better known, but Dreamgirls was a towering achievement for director Michael Bennett. Loosely based on the Supremes' story, the 1982 musical told a typical show-biz tale of fame, backbiting, and survival. As is often the case for one-night only events, the cast in this concert version (recorded in New York on September 24, 2001) is led by an eye-popping assortment of Broadway powerhouses: Lillias White (The Life), Audra McDonald (Ragtime, Marie Christine), and Heather Headley (Ragtime). McDonald reveals a previously undisclosed comic streak, while Headley confirms her status as a rising star. Reprising the role of Effie Melody White (created by Jennifer Holliday), White belts the classic "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going." But the beauty of Dreamgirls is that it's so packed with catchy, Motown-influenced R&B numbers that each lead can sink her teeth into some prime material and get a turn in the spotlight. This double-CD set really makes you wish you'd been there when the show was recorded: you can hear the crowd going berserk at times, and the temptation is strong to do the same thing in the comfort of your living room. --Elisabeth Vincentelli
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| Customer Reviews: Read 73 more reviews...
 Not my favorite version November 20, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Having seen the original Broadway production and being very familiar with that soundtrack, I was disappointed by this. While I'm glad to have a complete recording, I just felt like it lacked the spark of both the Broadway and movie recordings, especially Audra McDonald's performance (which surprised me). I'm not talking about the difference in quality because it's a live recording - I'm talking about the performances themselves. The feeling behind the words and music wasn't really there.
 Dreamgirls 2001 June 27, 2007
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
This was the worst reproduction of Dreamgirls that I ever heard. I was so disappointed the CD went into the garbage. This is one CD that I would not sell to the public because I expect so much and get so little.
Not the real "DREAM" experience April 4, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Forget about the film sountrack. Get this CD set. And it's far better than the original cast recording which goes lacking. More songs and more everything that makes a live performance just what it is. Live (compared to film where anything can be done to enhance a performance!) -- the energy, the excitement and the performances make this a rare treat for anyone wanting to share in the real DREAM experience.
Isn't a full Broadway revival long over due. But wait: I've heard rumors that a rvial may be "in the works. I certainly hope so. Maybe this time it will receive the Tony award it deserved in the first place.
 Absolutely brilliant! January 28, 2007
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
There is atleast 5 new songs on this album that were not in the movie! These girls kill it I mean they are just amazing singers, and this all live! This is needed for any Dreamgirls fanatic like me! You are gonna love it! Enjoy! love live laugh :)
Amazing!!!!!! December 4, 2006
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
As a theatre lover, this recording is amazing. I actually prefer this recording to the OBC. Sheryl Lee Ralph is okay, but can't touch Audra's Deena. The first time I heard Ms. White's "And I Am Telling You..", goosbumps all over my body. The only weak cast member in my opinon is Heather Headly. Vocally, she just isn't there. Too much Aida, not enough Dreamgirls. But all in all, a great live recording of a great show.
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