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Buena Vista Social Club Reviews

The GRAMMY® Award-winning album comes to thrilling life on stage. Some music you know by heart.

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"Broadway's most fabulous party! Buena Vista Social Club explodes with brilliant, vibrant music and dancing."

The Daily Beast

Tim Teeman

Variety

"The most intoxicating and rapturous show of the Broadway season!"

Variety

Frank Rizzo

The New York Times

"Buena Vista Social Club brings the thrill of making music to Broadway."

The New York Times

Elisabeth Vincentelli

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Amazing Amazing!!
"Music and choreography incredible! Great story, amazing performances."
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 11, 2025
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Absolutely breathtaking!!!
"Honestly I loved every second of this show!! It was amazing "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 9, 2025
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Great!
"The show was amazing! The music was so terrific. The guitar player was exceptional! The singing and dancing was outstanding! We loved it!"
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Donna K from Deerfield on Jun 7, 2025
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A Wonderful Show!
"Having been to Cuba four times on photography trips and having seen the movie Buena Vista Social Club as well as listened to the CD for decades, this Broadway performance was spectacular. From the History of the Cuban people to the outfits, the staging, choreography and most of all the music, singing and dancing performances... I say this show is a must see!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 5, 2025
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Best Show Ever
"Who ever casted this show found the most talented individual that brought authenticity to this show. The Afro Cuban style was represented perfectly. The dancers phenomenal from the style to passion singers were phenomenal and band was so authentic. The acting as well top notch to be able to cry on stage, I have not seen before. You felt like you were in Cuba, you wanted to sing and dance with the cast. As a performer and singer dancer, I have not seen better talented. The casting director did amazing. Music director phenomenal, and choreographer and creative director. Thank you for this me and parents have never enjoyed something so much! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 4, 2025
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This show was no -stop exciting!
"I don’t think I’ve ever been taken in by a show from the opening notes of the first number. The talent on thestage, from musicians, to dancers, to actors, it was mind blowing. Buena Vista is a thrilling joyride from beginning to end! I would definitely put it at the top of your summer theater list."
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Broadway.com Customer on May 30, 2025
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Great idea
"The music and the dance. Story line was a little off. The cast was exceptonal"
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Broadway.com Customer on May 23, 2025
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Terrific
"Musicians were magnificent. Dancing and vocals top notch"
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Broadway.com Customer on May 19, 2025
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A Play for the ages!
"Beyond great music and incredible dancing, it’s a story about commitment, community and love. Enjoyable for any person especially but you’re Cuban heritage."
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Warren B from Ketchum on May 18, 2025
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Trip to Cuba
"The music was INCREDIBLE! The voices of the leads were truly amazing, I love learning the story after enjoying the music for years. Highly recommend people see this show!!"
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Broadway.com Customer on May 17, 2025
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Buena Vista Is Great
"Good cast. Lots of fun. Great music."
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Broadway.com Customer on May 17, 2025
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A lot more than what I was expecting.
" “This play offered a fascinating glimpse into the past of a truly dynamic group of musicians. It captured a pivotal period in Cuba’s history, music and culture…along with the profound impact and hardships brought about by the changes of that time. I was captivated by the story, amazing set, and its talented cast from beginning to end.”"
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Mannix M from Bronx on May 5, 2025
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Not your typical musical
"This is not your typical musical. This is all about the actual music that happens to have a story behind it. The musicians in the show are incredible and the dancers spectacular. If you love music, in particular Cuban music, you’ll love this show. "
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Broadway.com Customer on May 4, 2025
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What a delight!
"One of the most enjoyable afternoons on Broadway. Musical perfection! Don’t miss this one!"
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Broadway.com Customer on May 4, 2025
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Amazing
"Loved all of it. Actors were fabulous, and you could tell they loved it! They were proud of it and it showed. The singing and dancing were superb. It was perfect length, perfect combination of acting, singing, and dancing. Perfect combination of sad and happy. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 27, 2025
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Amazing!!!
"An excellent performance with amazing singers and musicians who successfully transport us to another era. The magnificent sets and the beautiful interpretations of the songs made the two hours feel too short. It’s one of those musicals where the music overwhelms you and at times gives you goosebumps."
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YIANNIS K from Athens on Apr 26, 2025
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Fabulous show!!!
"I loved the costumes, music, dancing, singing, acting. Wonderful. "
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Judy C from Aspen on Apr 20, 2025
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A fine evening
"A very pleasant evening. Good feeling all around. The music and dancing was great."
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Gary S from New York on Apr 18, 2025
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A great visual and musical experience!
"The dancing and singing was fantastic. An entertaining and interesting story line. A fun and uplifting experience. "
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Kirk C from Plano on Apr 12, 2025
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Exciting and uplifting
"Intro to Cuban music, and commitment of artists to its faithful reproduction. Came away happy."
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 7, 2025
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Great show!
"This show was great! The music carried the play all the way through. Wish I had more room in my seat because the music was made for dancing. So I was forced to just tap my foot and love the vibe. Great acting and a great story."
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Brandon W from Hazelwood on Apr 4, 2025
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Spectacular
"Everything was superb: the cast, the songs and the music, the choreography, the costumes. Ultimately, the Cuban songs and the music defined the show. Bravi! "
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Filomeno III S from Quezon City on Apr 3, 2025
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We enjoy the show from the beginning to the end!!!
"I like the voices … they all sing GREAT! The orchestra… amazing … the solos (laud…piano…bongos… metals …) all of them are fantastics… The theater is great… good view at all… the sound…!!! The Cuban music received a great reception and was treated as it deserved because all instruments were played with passion,virtuosism and respect …as the Cuban music deserve for tradition and the place for years in the whole world… Excellent presentation at all!!!! "
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Blanca L from West New York on Apr 2, 2025
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Excellent!
"The show was excellent! Music, cast and storyline were exquisite! It brought a feeling of home and I felt in awe as well as proud to be able to witness this musical. I plan on watching it again! "
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Vanessa F from Rutherford on Mar 31, 2025
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Woweeeee on Broadway!
"You’ll dance in your seat as your find yourself energized by the irresistibly happy joyful music that accompanies a wonderful story….a must…hooray for Broadway…now get up & dance in your seat! "
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Laura T from Alexandria on Mar 30, 2025
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About Buena Vista Social Club

Step into the heart of Cuba, beyond the glitz of the Tropicana, to a place where blazing trumpets and sizzling guitars set the dance floor on fire. Here, the sound of Havana is born—and one woman discovers the music that will change her life forever.

Inspired by true events, the new Broadway musical Buena Vista Social Club™ brings the GRAMMY® Award-winning album to thrilling life—and tells the story of the legends who lived it. A world-class band joins a sensational cast of musicians, actors and dancers from around the globe for an authentic experience unlike any you've seen or heard before. Don't miss this captivating tale of big dreams, second chances and the unbreakable bonds of making music together.

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