DREAMGIRLS

Music by Henry Krieger

Book & Lyrics by Tom Eyen

Orchestrations by Harold Wheeler

Original Broadway Production Directed and Choreographed by Michael Bennett

Produced on Broadway by Michael Bennett, Robert Avian, Geffen Records and The Shubert Organization

Dreamgirls opens December 4 and runs through December 21 at Actors Theatre @ Quapaw Quarter United Methodist Church! See below for information about the show, seating & tickets, the cast, and content advisories!

Production Sponsors:

Kelly Lasseigne

Monica Bernard

The Colbert & Brooks Family

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This winter, get ready to step into the glitz, glamour, and soulful sound of DREAMGIRLS!

Fresh off our celebrated immersive productions, we're taking Dreamgirls to dazzling new heights. This reimagined, immersive experience will transport you to a bustling 1960s Motown recording studio and concert stage. Audiences will be fully immersed in the sights and sounds of the era, with performers and action unfolding all around you. For select guests, there’s even a chance to step into the spotlight and join the magic!

Ambition. Betrayal. Triumph. Heartbreak.
Set against the backdrop of the 1960s music industry, Dreamgirls follows the meteoric rise of a girl group called The Dreams—Effie, Deena, and Lorrell—as they navigate the trials of fame and the cost of following their dreams. Featuring unforgettable hits like “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going,” “One Night Only,” and “Steppin’ to the Bad Side,” this electrifying tale of love, loyalty, and resilience will have you clapping, crying, and grooving in your seat.

A night to remember
Arrive early to get the full experience and enjoy a unique 20-minute pre-show starting at 7:05! Amateur Night at the Apollo will feature local artists in a fast-paced talent competition where the audience decides who wins!

Running time is approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes, with one 20-minute intermission.

Content Advisory

Dreamgirls contains material that may not be suitable for all audiences, including strong language and themes of infidelity, addiction, and racism. This production is recommended for audiences comfortable with content rated PG-13.

Amateur Night at the Apollo!

Calling all singers, dancers, comedians, rappers, spoken word artists, variety acts, and musicians!

Before every performance of Dreamgirls, we are hosting our very own "Amateur Night at The Apollo!." 3 guest artists will take the stage every night and compete for a special prize! All performances must be no longer than 5 minutes. Each performance of Dreamgirls will alternate with adult (18+) and child (17 and under) categories. You will only be selected to perform for one performance and will get to see the show on us!

To submit, please fill out our Google Form: https://forms.gle/6bra3j4NFR3ttR6K8

Volunteer for DREAMGIRLS!

Want to see the show for free!? We need two volunteers each night to help with the show!

We need two (2) volunteers per night to cover the positions of box office & concessions. As a volunteer, you also get to see that performance for free*!

Box office volunteers will sit at the box office table and help sell tickets, check people in, and provide information to patron before the show.
Concession volunteers will be stationed in the concession stand to sell drinks and snacks to patrons before the show and during intermission. They will also help collect trash and straighten up the theatre after the performance.

All volunteers will need to arrive at the performance venue by 6:15pm on the night you select to volunteer (4:45pm on Sundays). Click the link to access the Volunteer Sign Up form and reserve your spot!

For this production, we are asking all volunteers to please wear either all black or a white top and black pants. Volunteer seats are pre-assigned at the end of the rows of the Center Section (closest to the theatre entrance).

Questions? Email us at info@actorstheatrelr.org and we will get back to you asap!

Ready to Volunteer?

Use the link below to sign up to volunteer for Dreamgirls!

Seating & Tickets

This performance has two types of seating - immersive and general.

As an immersive production, table seats (green) will be fully immersed and involved in the show. General seating (yellow) will function as normal theatre seating.

By purchasing an immersive seat, you are agree to possibly be touched and pulled into the world of the show.

Immersive seating is $35 and includes a specialty show drink that will be delivered by actors during the pre-show. General seating is $30 for adults and $25 for student/senior/military.

Table/Immersive Seating is $35

General Seating is $30 for adults and $25 for student/senior/military

Box Office opens at 6:30pm (5:00pm on Sundays)

House opens at 7:00pm (5:30pm on Sundays)

Pre-Show starts at 7:05pm (5:35pm on Sundays)

Show starts at 7:30pm (6:00pm on Sundays)

Due to the nature of this production, there will be NO LATE ENTRY, so please arrive on time.

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Specialty Nights, Discounts, and More!

Specialty Nights

Make your Dreamgirls experience even more unforgettable with these exciting specialty nights:

🎉 Wednesday, December 4 – Opening Night Toast & Reception
Celebrate the start of our dazzling run with a complimentary toast and post-show reception. Raise a glass with the cast and creative team to kick off this incredible production!

✨ Friday, December 6 – HBCU/Divine 9 Night
Join us for a night of unity and celebration honoring Historically Black Colleges and Universities and the Divine Nine fraternities and sororities. Wear your colors and come ready to celebrate excellence! See the "discount" section below for special discount codes for this night!

🌟 Sunday, December 8 – Standby Night
Witness a one-of-a-kind performance as Effie’s understudy, Dariane LyJoi Mull, takes center stage in this special show. Celebrate the dedication and talent of our incredible understudy!

👯 Friday, December 13 – Ladies Night Out
Grab your girlfriends and enjoy a night out with a special discount for groups of three or more women. Make it a night to remember with incredible music and unforgettable moments! See the "discount" section below for special discount codes for this night!

🎶 Sunday, December 15 – Sing-Along Night
Warm up those vocal cords! Join us for a fun and interactive evening where you can sing along to your favorite Dreamgirls hits. Lyrics will be provided—don’t hold back!

🎅🏾 Thursday, December 19 – A Visit from Arkansas’ Black Santa
Bring the whole family for a magical evening featuring a special visit from Arkansas’ Black Santa. Snap a photo and spread some holiday cheer!

Whether you're here for a celebration, a unique performance, or just a little extra holiday magic, these specialty nights are sure to make your evening with Dreamgirls unforgettable. Don’t miss out!

Discounts

For DREAMGIRLS, we are offering the following discounts:

HBCU/DIVINE 9 Night:

If you are a member of a Historically Black College and University and/or the Divine Nine fraternities and sororities -

use code DIVINE9 to save 10% off an individual ticket
or use code DIVINE9GROUP to save 20% off 3 or more tickets (must be purchased together)

Ladies Night:

use code LadiesNight to save 15% off groups of 3 or more

Group Discounts:

For Groups of 10-24 save 10% off per ticket by using code GROUP1
For Groups of 25-39 save 12% off per ticket by using code GROUP2
For Groups of 40 or more save 15% off per ticket by using code GROUP3

Give Back

During the run of Dreamgirls, we are proud to partner with Quapaw Quarter United Methodist Church to support their mission of serving the homeless in our community. We invite you to join us in making a difference by donating new socks, men’s boxers, winter gloves, and winter hats.

Donation bins will be available in the lobby at every performance. Your generosity will provide warmth, comfort, and dignity to those who need it most this winter season. Together, we can help spread the love and support our neighbors in need.

Thank you for being part of this meaningful effort!