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‘Dreamgirls’ delights at Village Theatre
{ { ‘Dreamgirls’ tells the story of a group of young AfricanAmerican singers trying to make a name for themselves in the 1960s and 1970s. Photo contributed by Village Theatre
Motown-filled musical playing in Issaquah through July 2 by Nicole Jennings
The world of show business is not a perfect one, and the path to becoming famous is not covered in roses. That is what audience members can learn from Village Theatre’s new musical “Dreamgirls.” Based on the rise of groups such as Diana Ross and the Supremes, “Dreamgirls” tells the story of a group of young African-American singers trying to make a name for themselves in the world of 1960s Motown. When girl group the Dreamettes — comprised of Deena Jones (Lauren Du Pree), Lorrell Robinson (Alexandria Henderson) and lead singer Effie White (Angela Birchett) — meet Curtis Taylor, Jr. (John Devereaux) at a talent contest, they get their big break. Curtis promises to make the Dreamettes stars, and gives them a gig as backup singers for R&B singer Jimmy “Thunder” Early ‘DREAMGIRLS’ CONTINUED ON PG 9
The Don’t Miss List By Carrie Rodriguez
LISTEN | NOAM VAZANA SEPHARDIC JAZZ TRIO
Hailing from Amsterdam and a recent appearance at the Montreal Jazz Festival, Vazana’s trio combines the ancient Ladino language with relevant electronic and jazz influences, creating a co-existence of past and present. For more information, visit sjcc.org/cultural-arts/music/ WHEN: 7-9 p.m., June 11 WHERE: Stroum Jewish Community Center, 3801 E Mercer Way, Mercer Island
WATCH | ISSAQUAH SINGERS
Issaquah Singers will present a free concert for all ages, “How Does Your Garden Grow?,” featuring songs about things found in the garden. Concert goers will hear: “Everything’s Coming Up Roses,” “Plant a Radish,” “Honeysuckle Rose,” “Warm Kitty,” “His Eye is on the Sparrow” and more. Admission is free and donations are appreciated. For more information, visit www.issaquahsingers.com. WHEN: 2 p.m., June 3 WHERE: The Sammamish Presbyterian Church, 22522 NE Inglewood Hill Road, Sammamish
INDULGE | DOWNTOWN ISSAQUAH WINE WALK
Sip and stroll as you experience live music, art happenings, some snacks and local boutique wines poured in various tasting locations up and down Front Street. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the event if not sold out. For more information, visit www.downtownissaquah.com. WHEN: Check-in starts at 6 p.m. at the historic Shell Station, 232 Front St. N., Issaquah