Ultimate Doo-Wop Show

Ultimate Doo-Wop Show Concert & Tour Photos

Fan Reviews

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AlexMa

Comfortable seating, great venue. On time. Great artists. Put together very well. Our 20 yr old son wanted to come with us and he even said he would go again!

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 6, 2009

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TemeculaPottsie

The show started out and loved hearing the oldies! Lots of smiles on everyone's face as we all know music takes us back to a special time and a special memory...Mine was Paul and Paula singing their hit tune as Friday would have been my husband's and my 39th wedding anniversary had he not passed so I brought a girlfriend with me and we ended up dancing in the isles!! No one could sit still!! It felt great to feel the music and "dance like nobody is watching" !! Love Humphrey's venue!! Great way to end the summer!! See you next year for sure :) Hope you get the Beach Boys back there again too!!

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 6, 2009

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amyo725

Very good show. The talent was wonderful. I just wish they did a few more songs. Maybe less acts so they could sing longer.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 6, 2009

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Telly1

The music was great but some of the acts seemed to be thrown together.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 6, 2009

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TommyS

All the groups were great, they sang great and also gave some entertainment by talking to the audience. The end was amazing the groups all come out onto stage and sin together.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 6, 2009

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

UKBill

They may be getting on in years but they've lost nothing in voice or presentation. A sensational evening with real stars singing real songs the way it used to be. Just hearing the Marcells singing Blue Moon was worth the trip from London and the Contours, Eugene Pitt & The Jive Five and Shirley Alston-Reeves were all great. Nice venue too - catch the show if you can.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 6, 2009

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Davi

I must start by saying that the theater is so beautiful and i was just blown away by the work that was done there. Bravo. Now moving on to the Doo Wop show. Well what can you say after spending a couple hours with some of the greatest groups of my public, junior High and high school years performing in person, right in front of us. The show brought back so many memories (and it is true, you do remember where or what you were doing the first time you ever heard the tunes) and it was rejuvenating and a major thrill having been to see and hear it all. The cherry on top of the icing was definitely the Skyliners, and what a wonderful treat that was. I felt like a teenager again. Thank you so very much for making what was just a memory (1957-1964)become an experience in real time (2009). Keep up the good work as us baby boomers are longing for this and more. Thanks to all involved, and especially the performers. Mister D

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 6, 2009

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babsjagger

I was very disapppointed and will never see another one of these shows. The songs selected were not very good.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 6, 2009

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hockey1

Great acts were brought together all sang with emotion and so very fine voices. The house band was also great. Real nice show.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 6, 2009

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

az66cowgirl

There were so many groups singing like the Shirelles and the Jive Five singing the fantastic songs I remember and they all sang well. That was absolutely amazing. All 4 of us were clapping, dancing in our seats and swaying back and forth.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 6, 2009

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Genevieve

I bought my husband these tickets for a Father's Day present since he loves Doo Wop. We are a little on the young side but had listened to this music as young kids through our parents. We really enjoyed the show. There was a big variety of groups and all were great! Would recommend for all to see that are a fan of this genre.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 6, 2009

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CheChe24

This was the best Doo Wop show Ive seen in many years. The groups, all with original members were fantastic. Eugene Pitt and the Jive Five were magnificient, as well as the Tymes, and my favorite Jimmy B eaumont & the Skyliners. If there are any future concerts, produced this way, I will be there.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 6, 2009

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BornInTheWrongDecade

What a spectacular show! I'm only 23, but I love doo-wop, and I treated my parents to this show and it was such a special night for all of us. Seeing these iconic figures who I've idolized my whole life was a truly inspiring moment - I work for a celebrity myself and don't often get starstruck, but it's a really different thing to see someone who started a whole movement and who clearly still - after all these years - loves what they do and what they've done. These artists were some of the founders of the genres of music everyone loves today, and it was incredible to be part of such a wonderful tribute to them and to their peers. Well done all around!!

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 6, 2009

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kook

what a wonderful show! it was my birthday so i treated myself to this show. hope the theatre has many more of these shows, so i don't have to travel to the meadowlands. just being in this beautiful theatre was a remarkable experience! thank you, thank you! Rosa-

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 6, 2009

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rockon4

I highly recommend this show to anyone, young or old. The talent was amazing, and the theater was unbelieveable, an experience in itself. We were astounded at how great all of these ORIGINAL acts sounded! Don't miss it!

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 6, 2009

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AKRIDER

THE FIRST HALF HELD OUR ATTENTION . IT WAS A JOY TO SING ALONG, THE SECOND HALF FELT LONG AND BORING.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 6, 2009

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9737421616

I have been to a lot of shows this past year, New Jersey, Staten Island, and New York. But this show without of doubt was the best. The talent was at the top of the performances and the production was what you would expect from a NYC venue. I' ve been to shows were speaker's hummed with feedback, spotlights didn't hit their marks, and the talent was there only for a payday. Hope this will become an annual event.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 6, 2009

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TheSwan

Great event- Great venue - Can't wait for the next event.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 6, 2009

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Bushido136

The proliferation of so many of my favorites groups was fantastic. The Jive Five, the Skyliners and the Tymes stiill possess the vocals that electrified the fans. Once again, it was a great compilation of artists which I will continue to support. Please keep these shows coming.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 6, 2009

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

doowopfan

The show was amazing, the artist were unforgettable and the venue and staff were great!! I would see this show again and again! Thanks for the great memories.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 6, 2009

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BettyBoop23

the show was great but too few big names ,the artists that were there really rocked it.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 17, 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

AndreaJesus10

Let me tell you - if you wanted proof that doowopp music is ALIVE and WELL in New York City, look no further than this show at the Beacon Theatre. With Jimmy Beaumont and the Skyliners and the Contours, not to mention Shirley Alston-Reeves and Cathy Jean and the Roommates on the bill, this was a WINNER!! Highlight for me - the Contours - man, I had heard about them and seen them in videos, but in person they were on fire!! Their harmonies were tight, their dancing was even tighter...and the Tymes - ah, man, they were GREAT - just sweet and SO TIGHT...and then seeing Cathy Jean and the Roommates for me - this lady STILL knows how to put on a show, let me tell you!! My only beef - they should have used the group Free Expression to open up the show instead of the group they used - Free Expression, who was at last year's Beacon show - I mean, these people can SING!!

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 17, 2017

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Mahwah

It was fabulous from start to finish!!!!!! It was great to go to a show and know all the words to every song!!!!

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 17, 2017

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bebe22

I made a trip to new york to see several concerts and this was one of the best. Brought back lots of memories.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 17, 2017

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RKings

Great to hear the "old" groups still playing "our music". We try to make the concerts whenever we can.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 17, 2017

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Littlekev

Not as good as the one in the past. I give an average rating. The beginning was not too entertaining.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 17, 2017

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BronxDiana

This was a really great show! Lou Christie was amazing as was Jay Siegel and the tokens! Great lineup! I sang along with just about every song! I believe I irritated the people next to me lol! Sorry!

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 17, 2017

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FlorV

The selections were bad, not good singers played. How do you call ultimate show when the group that sang were horrible. Nope, not going to any Ultimate show again. Free shows in the parks were way better that this show .

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 17, 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Bluegene

Good groups that for the most part did not "overperform" Sang the songs they were famous for

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 17, 2017

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Woodhouse2

The Drifters are still timeless treasures and their music brings back magical memories. The Duprees tight harmony and charisma with the audience was special.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 17, 2017

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Eddyd527

From start to finish the Ultimate Doo Wop Show was fantastic. Great line up of groups. The Duprees were the final act and they were the icing on the cake. Fantastic!! So many memories. I love going to the Beacon near 74th Street. It's busy but not like the theater district where it's so crowded. The theater itself is older architecture which is beautiful. It's well maintained and our seats up in the loge were the best. When this show comes back into town we're going again.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 25, 2016

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

preferred

Very little Doo-Wop. The last performer took almost the entire 2nd half and sang non DOO-Wop--they should refund our monies! Of all the shows we have attended over the years this one was extremely week, it misrepresented itself to the consumer by stating certain performers would be in attendance a year ago; instead it was a mismash with a fellow as a master of ceremony whothought he was a performer himself: should get another job.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 25, 2016

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Sarahld55

This Doo Wop concert was fantastic! My husband had a huge smile on his face during the entire concert! We would go again in a heartbeat!

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 25, 2016

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Oaknut

I had never been to a Doo Wop show before. I bought the tickets as a Father's Day gift for my husband. He loves Doo Wop music. I was completely surprised at how great the entire show was - from the Chantalls to one of the Platters. So, so many songs, so many performers. I loved it and so did my husband!

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 25, 2016

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Readieboy

Fantastic show great seats Very good prices although the bar prices were a bit high. But oh. what a night... Thank you

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 25, 2016

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Divegirl1

Great show. All the performers were awesome. I don't really know the names of them .. a little before my time but I do love the music and I cant wait to go to more shows

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 25, 2016

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

queenlatifa

I am glad to see that Doo- Wop shows are still available and people are going to see them. I loved all the groups but I thought Barbara Lynn was fantastic when she played the guitar while singing "if you should lose me, you'll lose a good thing". I also loved the Marcels when they did a medley of songs. The staging was orchestrated well and kept the switching of the groups running smooth. My mom introduced me to Doo-Wop many years ago and I still love it to this day. Shows the true talent of the human voice and love the harmonies and also the artists are well dressed when performing.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 25, 2016

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beachgn13

Great show, started and ended right on time. Performances were excellent.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 25, 2016

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Bluegene

Very good show - started on time - no b.s between acts - the emcee was very good The acts did no fillers - only what we came to see them perform All acts were very good

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 25, 2016

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tcats54

the show was excellent as well as the performers. BUT, the only thing that disturbed me and irked me was the fact that the marcels did not pay tribute or acknowledge the fact thqat one of there members recently passed on. i thought that was rude and soooo disrespectful to the family of the deceased. no matter what their off stage relationship was, they still played together for over 40 years, and it certainly would not have not any harm in acknowledging that member at all. too me, that really is messed up. but, what goes around comes around. maurice williams had the courtesy and descency of acknowledging the fact that davi sommerville formerly of the diamonds passed on last year. that was really so honorable of him. and i respect him so much and thought he waas absolutely terrific !!! other than that the show itself was fantastic.. loved every moment under the marcels performed that is.

Beacon Theatre - New York, NY - Sat, Jun 25, 2016

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Anonymous

Was good as usual but had fewer original groups....

Grand Casino Hinckley Event Center - Hinckley, MN - Fri, Jan 2, 2015

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Skylinersfan100

Enjoyed the show from start to finish. All the acts were very good and sounded as good as ever.

Grand Casino Hinckley Event Center - Hinckley, MN - Fri, Jan 2, 2015

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Anonymous

What a great trip down memory lane. Oh, to have music like that now!

Grand Casino Hinckley Event Center - Hinckley, MN - Fri, Jan 2, 2015

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Hassaki

Fabulous Show ! ... Wonder why there were no Program "Playbills" handed out ? Didn't see any one selling CD's either ! All the groups sang their hearts out .. the back band played the oldies great ! A Fantastic Theater (Beacon) with the Marble lobby and great seats !

Grand Casino Hinckley Event Center - Hinckley, MN - Fri, Jan 2, 2015

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

FatherJerry

the show was all we expected. Had great seats, all was great !!!..

Grand Casino Hinckley Event Center - Hinckley, MN - Fri, Jan 2, 2015

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

DooWhopper

I wouldn't call it the ultimate, unless I was referring to the age of the performers. It was a wonderful evening because these performers in their late 60s, 70s and some cases 80s, gave their all. I don't like the duckwalking Henry. His comments are full of hyperbole and it is evident that he is tired of repeating the same thing over and over. The performers however, no matter how many times they sing the same song, are full of authentic emotion. That can't be said for too many of the fill-in performers who are younger and don't Get It. For me, the primary example of this was a young hyperactive guy in the gold shirt who seemed to be the court jester for the blue-jacketed group from Detroit. He doesn't get that as emotive as DooWop is, it was never frenetic or hyper. It was always smooth.

Grand Casino Hinckley Event Center - Hinckley, MN - Fri, Jan 2, 2015

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PJSDAD

Thw whole show was excellent as this annual event usually is. Jimmy Beaumont was in great voice, as was the other groups especially the Vogues, Tymes and the Marcels.

Grand Casino Hinckley Event Center - Hinckley, MN - Fri, Jan 2, 2015

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TrebleClef15

There is only one small snafu. Some concert goers started to dance both in the aisles and in their seats. The ushers were quick to come over and tell them all to be seated. That happened twice in the evening, as the dancers were told they could not dance at their seats. They then went to the aisles during the next set of songs and the ushers returned again. The ushers finally explained that no one can stand at all during the concert at our seats or the aisles. We were all to remain seated. That was upsetting. But, other than that the night was great! The performers were wonderful, the playlists were fantastic! I recommend this concert to anyone who loves Doo Wop! Just maybe reconsider attending it at the Beacon Theater.

Grand Casino Hinckley Event Center - Hinckley, MN - Fri, Jan 2, 2015

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

tcats54

Although I felt that last year's (2014) performances were somewhat better, as they had more of a lineup, this show was terrific and I am looking forward to next year's event. I felt that they had a better lineup last year than this year but, all the performers were just terrific and i loved them!

Grand Casino Hinckley Event Center - Hinckley, MN - Fri, Jan 2, 2015

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JanetD2

I attended the Ultimate Doo Wop Show this past Saturday night. Haven't been to one in a very long time. I love the oldies and enjoyed singing to my favorites and seeing some of the originals from the bands. The only thing I did not like is that The Beacon Threatre has a bar and allows people to bring drinks to their seats and I had a bunch of drunken loud mouths behind me that were distracting me so much I had to move to a different seat during intermission. At over $200 for 2 people for sitting in Row U, I think it's pretty steep to have to be distracted by people like this!! That's what bothered me most but again, all-in-all, the show was great!!

Grand Casino Hinckley Event Center - Hinckley, MN - Fri, Jan 2, 2015

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FanfromGreatNeck

Loved hearing the sounds of the late 50's and 60's. The music brought back so many wonderful memories. Loved the Thymes. Edsels, the Vogues. The Marcel's...all the acts had great energy, great dance moves and smooth harmony! A must see!

Golden Nugget - Biloxi - Biloxi, MS - Fri, Oct 10, 2014

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

cookiehorse

would recommend for any age!! My only complaint would be one of the microphones was way too loud and so was hard to understand from that one--show was lively, and enjoyed it very much

Golden Nugget - Biloxi - Biloxi, MS - Fri, Oct 10, 2014

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Cribb29

The concert definitely needs a better MC. He was difficult to follow. Otherwise, we had a great time! It was a pleasure to hear many of the oldies. I appreciated the conversation that some of the artists had with the audience. Not growing up in the 50's, I was "tickled" pink to share my favorite music with my two youngest daughters. After the first song, they asked to go to the back of the room. I asked why. They replied, "We just want to dance!" Wow! Thank you for a great concert!

Golden Nugget - Biloxi - Biloxi, MS - Fri, Oct 10, 2014

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1946tom

Two of the groups were one-hit wonders, so they performed other songs to fill out their set. The Reflections had two singers with great voices. The Shades of Blue had a lead singer with a voice that was past it's prime. They also had some young guy come out and shilled for the group while dancing on stage. Not sure what his role was. The only person I was interested in was Jimmy Clanton. He was very good, but only sang three songs. Overall, the show wasn't worth the money.

Golden Nugget - Biloxi - Biloxi, MS - Fri, Oct 10, 2014

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byholm

The two hours went by so fast and was so entertaining!! Was great to finally put a face to the songs we grew to like so many years ago

Golden Nugget - Biloxi - Biloxi, MS - Fri, Oct 10, 2014

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Angel46

The performers were great. The songs brought back many wonderful memories.

Golden Nugget - Biloxi - Biloxi, MS - Fri, Oct 10, 2014

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Brasslove

Only thing missing was MORE MORE MORE! Hope they would play NEW ORLEANS area SOON!

Golden Nugget - Biloxi - Biloxi, MS - Fri, Oct 10, 2014

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PAPAGRUMP

WAS EXPECTING A REAL ORCHESTRA WHEN IT WAS ADVERTIZED AS THE BLUE SUEDE ORCHESTRA. DISAPPOINTED IN THIS! I THINK OF AN ORCHESTRA WITH A STRINGS SECTION AND BRASS AND HORNS SECTION... OTHERWISE SHOW WAS GOOD I HAVE CONTACT INFO FOR THE PLATTERS OUT OF BRANSON, MO. THEY WOULD BE WILLING TO COME TO YOU FOR A PERFORMANCE. LET ME KNOW IF INTERESTED. THEY ARE GREAT EVEN BETTER THAN THE DRIFTERS.

Golden Nugget - Biloxi - Biloxi, MS - Fri, Oct 10, 2014

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Corvette89

All of the groups were great! My favorite were the Vogues and the Drifters. In my opinion the Drifters stole the show.

Golden Nugget - Biloxi - Biloxi, MS - Fri, Oct 10, 2014

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Sugarnow

Enjoyed the show, The Vogues & The Drifters were especially remarkable. Disappointed that Dion did not show.

Golden Nugget - Biloxi - Biloxi, MS - Fri, Oct 10, 2014

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Ritare

Everyone was great, but Charlie Thomas, at the age of 77, words hardly say how great he and the Drifters were.the energy that they had was fantastic . Then there was Charles Davis along with the other Shades of Blue, the best. I could have watched them again. Doo Wop is the best thing going right about now. Never stop. Train younger guys now to take your place. Keep it going til the end of time. Great Show!!!