album · April 14, 1982

Dreamgirls – Original Broadway Cast Album

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The Original Broadway Cast Album of Dreamgirls captures the electric energy of the groundbreaking 1981 musical, showcasing a powerhouse cast delivering showstoppers that would define a generation of musical theatre. This recording became the definitive version of the show's iconic score.

• The album was released on April 14, 1982, by Universal Music Enterprises.
• It features the original cast members who brought the characters of Effie, Lorrell, and Deena to life on stage.
• The score, with music by Henry Krieger and lyrics by Tom Eyen, was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album.

The Original Broadway Cast of Dreamgirls was a group of performers who starred in the 1981 musical of the same name. The show was a critical and commercial success, known for its blend of R&B, soul, and gospel music.