Gotta Dance (Chicago)

Stefanie Powers was the reason I came to Chicago to see this play. She was brilliant! Amazing, funny, and I could see it everyday and never get tired of it. If they had this play on DVD I'd buy a copy for sure.

One of the best musicals I've seen in a longtime. All the cast members put on a super performance and I am making plans to see them when they hit Broadway later this year!!

I expected more. Story was cute but too obvious. Songs were fair. Show was unpolished. I counted 3 line mistakes and 3-4 times when I thought the actor was going to fall due to tripping or something else. At this point, I would not recommend this.

Great story line. Personal vignettes of the main characters mirror life. We are different, yet the same.

Powerful show in a lighthearted setting. 10/10 would recommend.

Always moving, never a dull moment. My father got the spot light on him for one song number in the 2nd act, fantastic for him at 88. Cast were all terrific and enjoyable to watch.

I originally wanted to see this show because of Georgia Engel and Stephanie Powers but I just really enjoyed the whole production. I keep singing its praises! It is a must see. Young and not so old will enjoy it.

Unfortunately, I left at intermission. I attended a performance only a few days after it opened. I should have waited. There were many problems that need to be worked out. First, it seemed like people didn't really know their lines. And the cast didn't really "feel" the text yet, because they kept stopping for laughs at points that weren't funny. There was no really clear plot, so the fact that this group of people had a problem pulling off a hip-hop dance routine seemed to be the obstacle they had to overcome....and they did that at the end of the first act. Thus, I felt like that was a satisfying ending for me, and didn't feel the need to see the second act. That being said, Georgia Engel was wonderful. The concept of this is great, and I really hope it gets better. This type of musical really deserves to be heard.

The singing, storyline, and choreography were great!!!

The show Gotta Dance was amazing. Very entertaining fun to watch and enjoyable. Highly recommended.

Got a triple winner with the story, the music and the performances. Really enjoyed the play and was surprised by the diversity of the audience attending. It was great to see younger adults at the Theater. Definitely, worth our money.

The cast was great very energetic! Put me to shame I don't move like that in my forties like they do in 60s plus. I would definitely recommend people see this musical don't underestimate the seniors they move with the best of us.

Great singing voices and dance moves. Amazing that these "older" entertainers were so limber. It was a great story about how the young and older people can work together.

I really liked the show and hope it gets to Broadway. It's great seeing mature entertainers strutting their stuff. The music is catchy and the performances are good. There are a few standouts, but as an ensemble, the cast is strong.

The show was a cute story about a group of fun senior citizens who are not ready to be over the hill. The humor was heartwarming and the comic timing was spot on.

Our balcony seating destroyed any chance of enjoying this show. While the sweet and charming voice of Ms. Engles offered many hilarious moments on TV it, sadly, did not carry into the balcony seating of live theatre. We knew things were funny because we heard the orchestra level audience laugh. The character played by Ms. Powers was entirely too off-putting to be enjoyable. If you watched carefully it soon became obvious that, no, most of the elderly cast could not dance very well. The premise of the show is based on such a strange and ill-advised marketing attempt that one wonders why? Why did the original teams owners think it would increase attendance? Why did anyone think this idea would draw knowledgable audience members to the theatre? Some of the lines are so current it appears the writers know this will be a popcorn show that comes and goes after a brief run. There are no memorable songs from this show and one mood-deadening moment when one character sings about her husband's Alzheimer's disease. The character that performed the salsa number with her young lover was the best and most entertaining moment of the show.

Fantastic musical with great cast, good story, wonderful music and dance as well as some very funny moments! One of the best pre-broadway shows I have seen since Adam's Family. Fun for everyone!

It's an amazing show. Funny and hilarious with great dancing routines.

Fun, fun show. High energy and good messages, especially for those of us "of a certain age"! Good writing. Fun to see Stephanie Powers and Georgia Engel up on stage. Couple of slow spots but not enough to diminish the overall fun nature of this show. You will leave in better spirits!

The idea of an over 60 hip hop NBA dance line was intriguing. The cast could not have been better, and well chosen for their rolls. Each leading character had a wonderful back story that added it's on personal touch.. A must for all generations....

The premise of Gotta Dance is great - take a team of over 60's, all dancers but of varying ability and styles, and have them audition to be part of the group which will entertain fans at the intermission of a Basketball game. Choose the team, get them ready for rehearsing and then tell them they have to fill in insurance forms... because they'll be doing Hip Hop!! The stars of the show for me were Stefanie Powers whose agility totally belies her 73 years, and who has a great singing voice. Georgia Engel who has great comic timing, and Lori Tan Chinn who managed to reduce quite a few members of the audience to tears with her rendition of a song about her husband's struggles with dementia. All in all Gotta Dance is a fabulous new musical and I hope it makes it to Broadway as planned, with the Chicago cast.

This was an enjoyable show. . . sort of a geriatric Chorus Line. It seemed to use the Chorus Line model, so not the most original format. The well written script was sharp and current, and the music although not the most memorable, was pleasant and in some cases, very poignant. (The Waters Rise). There are a few standout performances, particularly Nancy Ticotin and Georgia Engel, but as we saw the third performance after opening,, a few cast members will, no doubt, get better with time and more practice. Andre de Shields looked a bit lost on several occasions. We did identify and empathize with the characters, and it is a "feel good" show for seniors.

Excellent!!!! Great story ---- outstanding performers and well recognized ol' time stage n TV stars. Loved it

More laughs than Book of Morman and much more professional cast!

This show was funny, creative, heartwarming and hip. Something for every age. It has depth without you realizing it is giving and uplifting message about life. It proves age isn't what matters, it is your heart that matters.

This musical was completely entertaining! You will laugh the entire way through it. The dancing was amazing! Jerry Mitchell has another hit on his hands!!!

This show was very good. I took my 27 year old daughter to see this, I wasn't sure that she would enjoy it because of it being about seniors, she loved it. It was one of the best shows I have seen in a long time. I would recommend that everyone see this show.

Ok so just to be clear I am nowhere near 60 years old, but i just absolutely loved this show. I took my girlfriend to see it and we both laughed and danced in our seats. It was a great show that spoke to some of the real issues that come along with aging. It inspired both me and my girlfriend who were dancers when we were younger to get back in the dance game and continue doing the thing that we love. There were laughs and times of deep reflection that brought you to the verge of tears. TENS Yes TENS.

It was my companion who really wanted to see Gotta Dance. I hadn't known about it, and went with no expectations. We were both blown away! The music, singing and dancing were amazing! Including the singing and dancing of the "oldsters". *Thoroughly* recommend.

So excited to see opening night in Chicago! Gotta Dance will only gain momentum on Broadway! Younger crowd may not "get all that it has to offer" We laughed and enjoyed the music and story line!

Hilarious! A delight! I went with my mom and we laughed throughout! My mom is even going again with her friends she enjoyed it do much!! The dancing was fantastic too! The salsa dancer and King of swing were my favorites!

A very entertaining show. No, it's not Guys and Dolls or West Side Story, and you probably won't remember any of the tunes, but the casts enthusiasm makes up for the light weight book.

Sit back and laugh at the senior citizen stereotypes portrayed but then overcome in this enjoyable musical. Never underestimate the power of will & determination. A good time for sure.

What a great show! I was wondering how could a writer expand on the idea of a group of people, with a passion for dance....try out for a half time show. Well, this writer did. I must say that as the story unfolded, the audience could really relate to each of thei character's life struggles. You will definitely recognize the stars in the show. Stephanie Powers was gorgeous as ever!

I enjoyed the diversity of skills by the different age dancers. I recommend this show so everyone can see that everything is possible no matter how old you are.

gotta dance left us with the feel good feeling that we crave. the energy of the cast made us want to abandon our sedentary lifestyle and move. the score hit home for us as it did for the entire audience. we laughed, related, and totally enjoyed the day.

The "plot" for this is so thin you can see through it, the "jokes" so old my grandpa was telling them and the "zingers" totally implausible or no zing. The actors were good and did the best they could with the thin material--I don't think it will ever make it to Broadway. Was really bad cause we saw Beautiful the day before (which was beautiful)

I'm so glad I got a chance to see this show before it leaves town. So incredible to watch these talented people dance and sing their hearts out! It seemed to have given everyone a bit of lift in their step

Funny, touching, and a great time! Catchy music; great story line. So inspirational! We had an unforgettable time!

Fun and inspirational and spot on in so many areas as they relate to (mis)perceptions about aging. An unexpected but lovely and important story line about a grandparent and her entitled grandchild helps make this a multi-generational story. Makes me want to find a dance group!

I thought it was a really good show. After reading the reviews I was not expecting it to be as good as it was. I am so happy that I didn't let the reviews keep me from going as I really, really liked it.

Very energetic and enthusiastic performance by the geriatric crowd. Kept my attention the whole time.

We thought the actors (especially Georgia Engle) did a fine job considering how much physical stamina was needed for the performance However, it lacked a credible story and we lost interest during portions of the show. It was also hard to justify the ticket price for it. Sorry!!

Loved it, charming funny loved the actors loved the humor dancing

Amazing Show... truly a must see. This show is family friendly (minus the swearing)

I didn't know what to expect when I purchased the tickets. I was looking forward to seeing Georgia Engels and Stephanie Powers. (They were amazing, as well as the other cast members.) I fell in love with the story, the music and the characters! Gotta Dance is a great comedy musical! I wish them a great run on Broadway, and then come back to Chicago again.

Gotta Dance just makes you happy. A good story, great cast, and fun music and dancing!

The most fun i have had at the theater in a while! From the opening act to the very end fun...fun...fun. The acting was amazing. I highly recommend this to anyone, young or old.

Heart warming, fun production - great cast! Great winter pick-me-up show!

Gotta Dance was a great show for anyone over the age of 50. It was hilarious but also reminded the audience members that there is life after 60 and that it is good to be kind to one another. I rarely see any plays twice, but I would go to this one again.

Gotta Dance was a fun uplifting show! I highly recommend it to all ages!

Great show I brought my family, the kids enjoyed it too

Amazing play. Great songs and dances. Pure energy.

Feel good, uplifting, and enjoyable! Well worth the time & money!

Extremely funny & witty with some life lessons subtly thrown in. Lot of energy from a "mature" group of dancers.

What a great performance by the cast! It was so up lifting and funny! We all are going there, some earlier than others, but a great way of looking at growing old! I haven't laughed that much in a long time, maybe because I am over 60 but this will be fun for anyone!

Loved the show. Hope it makes it to Broadway. It needs a little tweaking in the first act but should be a hit in NY.

FUN! Loved it! If you want a giggle, this is your Show! Very energetic, heartfelt and thoughtful.

Entertaining, enjoyable, heartwarming, and fun to watch!

A fun fun show! Go to just have a n enjoyable energetic evening!

Gotta Dance! A must see! Inspiring musical for all, especially dance enthusiasts. Grab your mom, aunt, or partner and see this hit! Gotta Dance!

I purchased 4 tickets at the special "sixty" promo to attend with my husband and another couple. After my husband decided he did not want to make the 2 hour trip from our home, I went to Plan B and invited 3 of my friends who are all over 60 and what a joy this turned out to be. Not only did we have fantastic seats, we simply enjoyed every aspect of this musical, especially getting to know the back stories of the main characters. We especially enjoyed, "My Little Princess" because we could relate to a grandma having to tell a granddaughter that there are those who love you and not to sell yourself short or allow yourself to be treated with disrespect. Of course, all of the stories were timely and relevant and we felt that the actors put in 100%! We have not stopped talking about this experience to all of our friends, so we have probably increased future sales due to our enthusiasm. This is a wonderful show to do with our more mature girlfriends, moms, and grand moms. Follow up the show with a nice dinner at one of the many wonderful restaurants downtown and you will create a wonderful memory. We saw Mama Mia 15 years ago as a pre-Broadway run and I can definitely see this having a long run on Broadway (NY) as well. I was even motivated to see the 2008 movie of the same name on Netflix following the show and it helped to give me an even greater appreciation for what they did with this musical. I highly recommend!

This musical is a must see for any age. The spirit, laughter and talent of the cast is infectious. I laughed with tears of joy streaming from my eyes. This musical will definitely bring everyone cheer. Standing ovation!!

Seeing Gotta Dance was a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon. We loved the story line, humor, energy of the cast, good music and a lot of dancing. The play was inspirational and uplifting.

Gotta Dance was so much fun. It will be intereresting to see if the show will change when it gets to broadway. The premise of older people on a dance team is what drew me to this show. I was not disappointed. If and when it returns to Chicago, it is a must see for a feel good evening!

It was cute and lite. Good for the whole family. Enjoyed it but wouldn't need to see it twice.

There's a lot of potential in this new musical about aging with dignity but before it hits B'way this Fall - it needs some work. Standouts in this production are Andre De Shields, self-dubbed "The King of Swing" and he sells it; Nancy Ticotin, who heats up the room in her sexy salsa in the second act; and Lori Tan Chinn, who's free-spirit enchants the audience. Haven Burton as the Senior's coach is also strong. Stephanie Powers is perfectly cast and plays the part to the hilt. Georgia Engel has the expected punch lines - delivered in her patented naive way - but her "Dorothy/Dottie" number, that is intended to establish her love of Rap,fell flat. Lillias White's story arc plays out in 3 numbers - the first of which goes on way too long. The last number of the first act - "Swagger" is anything but. There's a good message buried in the staging right now - I hope they can bring it out in time to enjoy a long run in New York.

I thought the show was very funny and entertaining, but did not enjoy the music at all. The hip hop music was ok, but the rest was disappointing.

This show is like a feel good movie, you don't want it to end because it is a sure delight. The story was simple yet the characters kept developing. Stephanie Powers and Georgia Engel were perfect in their respective roles, and they can dance! If laughter is good medicine, you will leave the show healthier than when you came.

A great story line that my 72 year- old sister related too, because she is in a dance group that performs for Sumner High School reunions in Kansas City, KS. She thought it was their story.

Gotta Dance was not only very enjoyable but also refreshing. I recommend it for all ages.

Excellent performance by an excellent cast. My wife and thoroughly enjoyed every moment of the performance! I have not seen many musicals so I am not an expert. but I know what I like.

I'm an almost 60 yr old, still loving to dance, woman. Pretty much their target audience. Although the cast was enthusiastic and generally good, they were given a boring, simplistic and predictable script with cardboard cutout characters. And, for a show that is about dancing, the choreography was incredibly lame. Half the show they were talking about how bad they are and they have to get ready for the big show... and... come the big show... they are still bad. NO. I kept waiting, hoping for the big reveal, how it all came together, how they got to showcase their own talents In the big show-stopping number at the end, but.... meh. Boring. Unless they substantially change pretty much everything about this show, I'd say spend your money and time elsewhere.

The songs through out the play were so touching and true to how life is. Totally enjoyed the play!

It was ok not a great show entertaining but not worth the $$$

I wasn't expecting much - even thought I would cancel. BUT it was so much fun! We laughed and smiled and talked about the play for hours. My only regret is that my friends all missed it. It was relevant and FUN!!!

What an outstanding show! Excellent performances. They sang and danced with passion, enthusiasm and TALENT. The story and lyrics were funny, poignant, touching and uplifting. I hope it has a long run on Broadway and beyond.

Anyone attending Gotta Dance has simply gotta smile. The show is fun. While I did not leave the theater with the euphoria I felt at the end of its cousin Kinky Boots, I do think the show boosts the morale of all who attend.

Literally, after the play, I called my grandmother, aunts, mom, cousins, especially every wise and mature woman. I think it is a beautiful way to express what takes place in a woman's life. Young girls will appreciate it also and will recognize the words that they hear in the play. My 15 year old daughter was hesitant but as soon as the lights went on, she said, "Mom, I really liked that! It was sooo much better than I expected it to be. It made me think of grandma!"

We decided to go based on early audience reviews and were not disappointed. Gotta Dance is a very enjoyable musical, with touches of Kinky Boots and even A Chorus Line.The cast was excellent from the four principals to the swing performers, with a special shout-out to Haven Burton who played the 27 yo coach, excellent singer and dancer. It;s not a heavy-message musical but it does touch on a few of the pains of getting older, especially in The Waters Rise. Overall it's definitely a feel-good time. And when Georgia Engel smiles, it's Georgette, so wonderful.

I loved the energy, the wit, the music, the passion...a real feel-good musical.

Yes, it made us all want to dance now and often. The stage production was great for the stadium closing and made you feel like you were there watching the game at half time. This play crossed the ages and nationalities. Made you want to live.

UPLIFTING & THOUGHT PROVOKING!!! NO MATTER YOUR AGE OR SITUATION, WE ALL HAVE SOMETHING WE CAN CONTRIBUTE.

It is a very funny, entertaining show. The cast is an eclectic group of characters with varied talents that pull you in to the heart of the show. As always, Georgia Engle gives a great performance. The audience's response to the action was loud and clear that everyone was having fun watching "Gotta Dance"..

This was so fun that I could watch it again and again. I noticed that the young crowd and the older crowd could both elated and both laughing non stop. It was both funny and inspiring. A great story. Every performer was excellent!I thoroughly enjoyed it!

Strong cast. Every actor unique and interesting. Fabulous music. Wonderful lyrics. Outstanding dance. (Nancy Ticotin as Camilla is AMAZING!!!!) I fell in love with every character. I would see this again in a heartbeat...and bring others. The rest of audience seemed to agree with me. Look out Broadway. A HIT is headed your way.

My sister and I absolutely loved Gotta Dance. Every character was cast so perfectly. We were laughing so much our faces hurt! Yet there were times that tears came to our eyes. The music and dancing was energetic and fun to listen to and watch. I'm sorry I first saw it just before it was leaving town. I would definitely have gotten a group of friends to come see it again if I had seen it earlier in its run.

We went to see Gotta Dance, because we were huge fans of Kinky Boots. Both are such fun shows! If Gotta Dance were a musical on DVD, I'd watch parts of it every day. Our only regrets are that we didn't also bring my father and our small children. The upbeat dancing and singing is for all to enjoy! Thank you!

Fun musical. Not to deep but with a good message - you are never too old! Great combination of humor and vocals. Perfect for a relaxing fun night out.

We saw this show on Wednesday, January 13, 2016, in Chicago, and I highly recommend!!!! VERY fun. My childhood Hart to Hart crush on Stefanie Powers has returned, looking look lady! And I am now crushing on Georgia Engel!!! So adorable and GREAT moves along with perfect comedic talent. We can't wait to see it again, on Broadway!

I went with a friend. We had the most wonderful time and laughed and cried with the other audience members and the cast. It was joyous and compelling. I was especially moved by the character whose husband has altzheimers I am dealing with that with my mother. I would recommend it highly, especially for someone who thinks life is over at retirement, no matter what their age.

Gotta Dance was such an amazing story brought to life on stage. The well-developed musical evoked a plethora of emotion as it touched on various subjects with which anyone in attendance could relate. The star-studded cast could not have had any better chemistry. I look forward to the opportunity of one day catching the production on Broadway!

Took my wife to this play for her 63rd birthday. We had a great time! We really enjoyed the individual stories within the main play. Most of all, it was inspiring for people of our age to enjoy life and be willing to try new things. Younger folks really seemed to enjoy it also. I highly recommend sing this play.

Outstanding! Saw it 3 times. Can't wait to see it again in NY.

It was a 5 star, amazing production!! So good, I plan on going to see it again, plus wish I could be part of the cast......64 and love to dance.

The show was really funny and we all had a great laugh, while some of the messages for those caring for elderly family really shines through. Our group (my daughter, two sister in - laws and mother-in law) ages were from 17-90 and all loved it and could relate to it. We sat in mezzanine left and towards the back but could see very well. The theater is beautiful but not a lot of leg room for tall people. I recommend buying your tickets for parking on line and then you don't have to wait in the machine lines when returning home Well worth the 60 mile drive!

Cast was awesome. A mix of young and mature. Very funny.

Gotta Dance is poignant, funny and enjoyable. It certainly helps you feel good about aging but young people will also enjoy the music, dancing and story.

Having seen the snippet this past summer at "Broadway in Chicago", my interested was piqued and this production did not disappoint! I would go to see this again. The seniors were being taught Hip-Hop routines, but the music, thankfully, was NOT all Hip-Hop.There were enough lively rhythms to make me want to dance in the aisles, however. I could understand every word in the music of the vignettes which told the stories of each "featured" character; those songs were so pleasant to the ear and they could evoke emotion from the audience.

I took my mother and my daughter and we all had an equally good time. I would recommend this to anyone and would love to see it again if it was here longer! I enjoyed Geogia Engel's performance very much!