Buena Vista Social Club 2023

Opened: December 12, 2023
Closing: December 31, 2023

Buena Vista Social Club - 2023 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

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Linda Gross Theater

336 West 20th Street New York, NY 10011

Directed by Tony Award nominee Saheem Ali (Fat Ham), this story of the legendary artists who recorded the album features the soul-stirring music of Cuba’s golden age, with a book by Marco Ramirez (Drama Desk Award winner, The Royale), choreography by Patricia Delgado and Tony Award winner Justin Peck (Carousel, Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story) and a music team led by Tony Award winner David Yazbek (The Band’s Visit).

Buena Vista Social Club - 2023 - Off-Broadway Cast

Natalie Venetia Belcon

Danaya Esperanza

Julio Monge

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FEATURED REVIEWS FOR Buena Vista Social Club

Jala News Review: Reviving the Timeless Masterpiece of Buena Vista Social Club

7 / 10

While some critics argue that the narrative of the musical’s book lacks a bit of depth and the staging may seem a bit choppy, these elements provide an important contour and context to the overall concert-like experience. The book beautifully uses the recording sessions of the original album as its framework, introducing audiences to a group of veteran musicians who have gathered to create a masterpiece of “songs from the old days.”

BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB: GO FOR THE MUSIC ALONE

6 / 10

Does the show aim to go bigger – to Broadway, perhaps? It has the basic makings, but the script needs a livelier, clearer through line. It wouldn’t hurt to apply a stronger focus to the political turmoil of the times (both times, ‘50s and ‘90s), a topic only glancingly touched on here. Or maybe just accord the phenomenal cover band a series of concerts? History – and the audience – might be better served.

Buena Vista Social Club FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Buena Vista Social Club have there been?

Buena Vista Social Club has had 1 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 2023.

What theatre is Buena Vista Social Club playing at Off-Broadway?

Buena Vista Social Club is playing at the Linda Gross Theater, which is located at 336 West 20th Street New York.

What awards has Buena Vista Social Club been nominated for?

Buena Vista Social Club has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Direction of a Musical at the Drama League Awards for Saheem Ali, Outstanding Production of a Musical at the Drama League Awards for Buena Vista Social Club, Outstanding Choreographer at The Lortels for Patricia Delgado, Outstanding Costume Design at The Lortels for Dede Ayite, Outstanding Featured Performer in a Musical at The Lortels for Mel Semé, Outstanding Lead Performer in a Musical at The Lortels for Natalie Venetia Belcon, Outstanding Musical at The Lortels for Buena Vista Social Club, Outstanding Scenic Design at The Lortels for Arnulfo Maldonado, and Outstanding Sound Design at The Lortels for Jonathan Deans.

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