The Magic Of Motown
The REACH OUT® Tour
Britain’s biggest smash-hit spectacular embarks on its nationwide tour with an all-new, all-star show:
- Celebrating its 10th incredible year in 2016 with more chart toppers than ever before!
- Featuring the music of the Four Tops, Supremes, Temptations, Jackson 5, Isley Brothers, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Lionel Richie and many more
- Oozing the style, sophistication and musical brilliance of these musical legends.
Five-star performances revive more than 36 back-to-back massive, classic hits with all the dazzling dance moves, glittering costume changes and superb musicianship of the original artistes. The Magic of Motown authentically recreates the harmonies, slick moves and stylish looks that were the making of this golden era.
This lavish production revives all-time-favourites such as:
Stop in the Name of Love, Signed Sealed Delivered I’m Yours, My Guy, What Becomes of the Broken Hearted, I Heard it Through the Grapevine, Endless Love, All Night Long, Heatwave, I’m Coming Out, Why Do Fools Fall in Love, Get Ready, Ain’t Too Proud to Beg, My Girl, I Want You Back, I’ll Be There, Blame it on the Boogie and Dancing in the Street
Made famous by legendary artists such as:
Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross & The Supremes, The Four Tops, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Isley Brothers, Gladys Knight & The Pips, The Commodores, Lionel Richie, Smokey Robinson & The Miracles, Martha Reeves & The Vandellas & The Jackson Five.
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| Saturday 15 July 2016 | Cast Doncaster | Doncaster | 01302 303 959 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 23 July 2016 | Spa Complex | Scarborough | 01723 821888 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 30 July 2016 | Conkers | Nr Ashby-de-la-Zouch | 01283 216633 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 5 August 2016 | Millennium Square Outdoor Concert | Leeds | 0113 224 3801 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 6 August 2016 | Gawsworth Hall | Macclesfield | 01260 223456 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Thursday 11 August 2016 | Marlowe Theatre | Canterbury | 01227 787787 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 13 August 2016 | Embassy Theatre | Skegness | 01507 613100 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 19 August 2016 | Grand Pavilion | Porthcawl | 01656 815995 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 20 August 2016 | Princess Theatre | Torquay | 0844 871 3023 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 27 August 2016 | The Spa Theatre | Bridlington | 01262 678258 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Sunday 28 August 2016 | Blackpool Grand Theatre | Blackpool | 01253 290 190 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 2 September 2016 | The Albany | Coventry | 024 76 998 964 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 9 September 2016 | Chelmsford Civic Theatre | Chelmsford | 01245 606505 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 10 September 2016 | The Forum | Barrow | 01229 820000 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Thursday 15 September 2016 | Malvern Theatres | Malvern | 01684 892 277 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 16 September 2016 | White Rock Theatre | Hastings | 01424 462288 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 17 September 2016 | Pyramid & Parr Hall | Warrington | 01925 442345 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Thursday 22 September 2016 | Octagon Theatre | Yeovil | 01935 422884 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 23 September 2016 | Royal Concert Hall | Nottingham | 0115 989 5555 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 24 September 2016 | Wyllyotts Theatre | Potters Bar | 01707 645005 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Thursday 29 September 2016 | The Anvil | Basingstoke | 01256 844244 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 30 September 2016 | Opera House | Manchester | 0844 871 3018 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Tuesday 4 October 2016 | Millfield Arts Centre | Edmonton | 020 8807 6680 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Wednesday 5 October 2016 | Millfield Arts Centre | Edmonton | 020 8807 6680 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Thursday 6 October 2016 | Wyvern Theatre | Swindon | 01793 524 481 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 7 October 2016 | New Wimbledon Theatre | Wimbledon | 0844 871 7646 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 8 October 2016 | Sheffield City Hall | Sheffield | 0114 2 789 789 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Thursday 13 October 2016 | Theatre Royal Wakefield | Wakefield | 01924 211 311 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 14 October 2016 | Forum Theatre | Billingham | 01642 552663 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Sunday 16 October 2016 | Town Hall | Huddersfield | 01484 223200 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 21 October 2016 | William Aston Hall | Wrexham | 01978293293 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 22 October 2016 | Theatre Royal | Brighton | 0844 871 7650 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Thursday 27 October 2016 | Ipswich Regent | Ipswich | 01473 433100 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 28 October 2016 | Tees Valley Arena | Middlesbrough | 01642 225521 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 29 October 2016 | St Davids Hall | Cardiff | 029 2087 8444 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Sunday 30 October 2016 | Assembly Hall Tunbridge Wells | Tunbridge Wells | 01892 530613 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Thursday 3 November 2016 | The Cresset | Peterborough | 01733 265705 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 5 November 2016 | Corn Exchange | Newbury | 0845 5218 218 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Sunday 6 November 2016 | Richmond Theatre | Richmond | 0844 871 7651 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Thursday 10 November 2016 | The Whitehall Theatre | Dundee | 01382 434940 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 11 November 2016 | Edinburgh Playhouse | Edinburgh | 0844 871 3014 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 12 November 2016 | Stanwix Park Holiday Centre | Silloth | 016973 32666 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Sunday 13 November 2016 | Rothes Halls | Glenrothes | 01592 611101 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 18 November 2016 | Pavilion Theatre | Bournemouth | 0844 576 3000 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Sunday 20 November 2016 | Prince of Wales Theatre | Cannock WLCT | 01543 578762 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Thursday 24 November 2016 | Cheltenham Town Hall | Cheltenham | 0844 576 2210 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 25 November 2016 | New Theatre | Oxford | 0844 871 3020 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 26 November 2016 | Liverpool Empire | Liverpool | 0844 871 3017 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Thursday 1 December 2016 | Cambridge Corn Exchange | Cambridge | 01223 357851 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 10 December 2016 | Indigo at the 02 | London | 0844 856 0202 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Tuesday 27 December 2016 | Potters Leisure Resort | Hopton on sea | 0845 437 9894 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 31 December 2016 | The Spa Theatre | Bridlington | 01262 678258 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 14 January 2017 | Belgrade Theatre | Coventry | 024 7655 3055 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Sunday 22 January 2017 | Bristol Hippodrome | Bristol | 0844 871 3012 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Thursday 26 January 2017 | Gordon Craig Theatre | Stevenage | 01438 363200 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 27 January 2017 | Cheltenham Town Hall | Cheltenham | 0844 576 2210 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 28 January 2017 | The Forum Barrow | Cumbria | 01229 820000 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 4 February 2017 | The Cast | Doncaster | 01302 303 959 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Monday 6 February 2017 | The Lowry | Salford Quays | 0843 208 6000 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 10 February 2017 | Floral Pavilion Theatre | New Brighton | 0151 666 0000 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 11 February 2017 | The Capitol | Horsham | 01403 750220 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 24 February 2017 | Playhouse Theatre | Harlow | 01279 431945 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 3 March 2017 | Cadogan Hall | London | 020 7730 4500 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 4 March 2017 | Winchester GuildHall | Winchester | 01962 840 820 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 10 March 2017 | Sunderland Empire | Sunderland | 0844 871 3022 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 11 March 2017 | Muni Theatre | Colne | 0844 888 4406 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 17 March 2017 | Southport Theatre | Southport | 0844 871 3021 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 18 March 2017 | Watford Colosseum | Watford | 01923 571 102 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 24 March 2017 | Buxton Opera House | Buxton | 01298 72190 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 25 March 2017 | Winter Gardens | Margate | 01843 292795 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 1 April 2017 | Lighthouse Theatre | Poole | 01202 280000 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 8 April 2017 | The Brunton Theatre | Musselburgh | 0131 665 2240 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 21 April 2017 | Perth Concert Hall | Perth | 01738 621031 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 22 April 2017 | Easterbrook Hall | Dumfries | 01387 253 383 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 5 May 2017 | The Plaza Theatre | Stockport | 0161 477 7779 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Thursday 11 May 2017 | Waterfront Hall | Belfast | 028 9033 4455 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 12 May 2017 | Olympia Theatre | Dublin | 353 1 679 3323 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 13 May 2017 | Olympia Theatre | Dublin | 353 1 679 3323 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Sunday 14 May 2017 | The Millennium Forum | Londonderry | 028 7126 4455 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 26 May 2017 | Lyric Theatre | Carmarthen | 0845 226 3510 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 27 May 2017 | Royal Philharmonic Hall | Liverpool | 0151 709 3789 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 9 June 2017 | Plymouth Pavilions | Plymouth | 0845 146 1460 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 10 June 2017 | Bath Forum | Bath | 0844 888 9991 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Thursday 15 June 2017 | The Apex | Bury St Edmunds | 01284 758000 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 17 June 2017 | Waterside Arts Centre | Sale | 0161 912 5616 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 23 June 2017 | Alive Corn Exchange | King`s Lynn | 01553 764864 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 23 June 2017 | Salisbury City Hall | Salisbury | 01722 434434 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Tuesday 29 June 2017 | The Hawth | Crawley | 01293 553636 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 22 July 2017 | Spa Complex | Scarborough | 01723 821888 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 27 August 2017 | Pavilion Theatre | Weymouth | 01305 783225 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 2 September 2017 | BAWA Club | Bristol | 01179 76 80 66 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 16 September 2017 | The Spotlight | Hoddesdon | 01992 441946 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 22 September 2017 | Baths Hall | Scunthorpe | 0844 8542776 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 23 September 2017 | Wycombe Swan Theatre | High Wycombe | 01494 512 000 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Thursday 12 October 2017 | Newcastle City Hall | Newcastle | 08448 11 21 21 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 21 October 2017 | Lyceum Theatre | Crewe | 01270 368 242 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Saturday 28 October 2017 | The Assembly Leamington | Cardiff | 01926 311 311 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 3 November 2017 | Burnley Mechanics Theatre | Burnley | 01282 664400 | Purchase Tickets Here |
| Friday 17 November 2017 | Marina Theatre | Lowestoft | 01502 533200 | Purchase Tickets Here |
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Reviews
“. . . an incredible cast, dazzling costumes and classic tracks. . . this is a must-see show for all Motown fans”
“From an era of style and sequins, the show was slick, stylish, smooth and infinitely sexy”
“. . . spellbinding all the way through”
“I defy anyone to have left that venue without a smile on their face and the world seeming a better place. A triumph... Signed, sealed, delivered”
Blackpool Gazette
“With great harmonies, booming bass, blissful horns and some superb dance routines this is a show that delivers music and memories in equal measure”
“Direct from the USA, this superbly talented cast performed effortlessly and seamlessly with the sweet, smooth sounds of The Temptations, Four Tops, Diana Ross, Marvin Gaye and a superb rendition of the Jacksons”
“The choreography and costume changes were immaculate and more than a few hearts fell in love with the lovely solo singer. . .”
“All of the singers and the band were of the highest calibre – each could have carried the show on their own”
“The evening throbbed with music. . . oh, the songs were back to back”
“A massive show. . . a joy to watch. Excellent show, excellent night”
Hastings Observer
“The riveting performance hooked even the most reticent of spectators on to their feet, reaching out to the stage as though summoned by an evangelical spirit”
East Anglian Daily Times
“It was all flamboyant colour and soulful classics, vintage dance moves, bright lights and live music. . . honest and persuasive”
“The trio of ladies were spot on throughout, great harmonies and effortless renditions of Baby Love, Midnight Train To Georgia and You Can’t Hurry Love. . . they looked stunning in an array of sparkling dresses”
Grimsby Telegraph
Talking about Andre – “This guy had the audience mesmerised from start to finish albeit with the support of his extremely talent co-performers.”
365 Bristol
“Never in all my years of visiting the Hippodrome have I seen the place in such a party mood with the entire place on its feet dance in isles.”
365 Bristol
“The Magic of Motown is a feel-good show that can only uplift spirits.”
Daily Record
“A standing ovation from the audience showed everyone had a great time and there was more delight to come as the stars of the show waited in the lobby to meet the crowd and pose for photos.”
Daily Record
“The leading man of the show is Andre Lejaune and he delivers a spellbinding performance from start to finish evidently immensely enjoying himself.”
Daily Record
“If you like Motown, you will love this show. Had a great night, will definitely go again.”
“Flamboyant colour and soulful classics, vintage dance moves, bright lights and live music, performed by a well-seasoned cast”
EADT24
“The trio of ladies were spot on throughout, great harmonies and effortless renditions of Baby Love, Midnight Train To Georgia and You Can’t Hurry Love to name a few.”
Grimsby Telegraph
“THE glitz and glamour of this show alone was enough to transport the audience back in to the 1950s.“
Glos Citizen
“The vocals of the leading lady and the backing singers seemed effortless but immaculate.”
Glos Citizen
"An incredible cast, dazzling costumes and classic tracks… this is a must-see show for all Motown fans"
Skiddle
"From an era of style and sequins, the show was slick, stylish, smooth and infinitely sexy"
Skiddle
"The evening throbbed with music… oh, the songs were back to back"
“Highlights included Smokey Robinson’s My Girl, songs by Lionel Richie and the incredibly energetic Jackson 5.”
Daily record
“I would highly recommend the show as it was a very enjoyable night with lots of singing and dancing. There were a number of people in the audience who had seen the show before.”
What’s good to do, Dunstable
“I would definitely go and watch this show again. A wonderful night.”
What’s good to do, Dunstable
“One thing's for sure, every single person in the crowd at the Hippodrome enjoyed The Magic of Motown.”
Bristol247
“The concert evening, direct from the States and in town for one night only, was well received from the second it burst into life.”
Bristol247
“Leading man Andre Lejaune had great stage presence and his cheeky personality really shone through.”
Bristol 247
“The Magic of Motown is a feel-good show that can only uplift spirits.”
Daily Record
“Second-half brought even more energy with the crowd really ready for a good time. Most people were on their feet with many dancing in the aisles.”
Daily Record
“Overall, this is a very physical performance which is very pleasing on the eye. The nostalgic yet impressive dancing receives huge audience appreciation (especially the moon walking and acrobatics during the Jackson 5 numbers).”
The public reviews
"The moves and the vocals were excellent”
365 Bristol
“An excellent show from an excellent cast that is guaranteed to get you out of your seat and throwing down your best Motown moves!”
365 Bristol
“The crowd were not disappointed and within minutes the majority of the audience were on their feet dancing swaying and clapping”
365 Bristol
“It was impossible to single out a particular number or highlight, because so varied and numerous is the selection of genuine classics.”
UK Music Reviews
“The show runs at a breath-taking pace.”
UK Music Reviews
“The music of Motown is indeed truly magical and it’s great that audiences such as those of tonight will ensure that the magic will be around for ever.”
UK Music Reviews
