She was a girl from Boston with a voice from heaven, who shot through the stars from gospel choir to dance floor diva. But what the world didn't know was how Donna Summer risked it all to break through barriers, becoming the icon of an era and the inspiration for every music diva who followed.
Tony Award winner LaChanze (The Color Purple), Ariana DeBose (Hamilton, A Bronx Tale) and newcomer Storm Lever play Donna Summer, taking us through her tumultuous life, tempestuous loves and mega-watt musical hits. Spend the night in her electrifying universe.
Angelica Beliard, who made her Broadway debut with "OYF!", brought her vibrant energy and deep connection to her roots to the stage in "Summer: The Donna Summer Musical." more...
("Disco Donna")
Ariana DeBose, who earned a Tony Award nomination for her role in Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, has since achieved significant acclaim, including an Academy Award for her performance in Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story. more...
Anissa Felix, who showcased her talents in Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, is now set to make her big TV debut in Netflix's anticipated hit "Survival of the Thickest." more...
(Swing)
Judith Franklin, a graduate of Houston’s Grammy Award-winning High School for the Performing and Visual Arts and Clark Atlanta University, showcased her talents on Broadway in Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, among other notable productions. more...
Afra Hines, who previously captivated audiences as Disco Donna's understudy in "Summer: The Donna Summer Musical," celebrates her 10th Broadway show with "Dancin'," a production that holds special significance given her connections to its original cast members. more...
("Duckling Donna")
Storm Lever shone as Duckling Donna in the Broadway and touring productions of Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, bringing her dynamic talent to the stage in a tribute to the iconic disco queen. more...
(Swing)
Aurelia Michael, a Bronx native with a rich background in dance from the Dance Theatre of Harlem and the University of Maryland, College Park, showcased her talents in the Broadway-bound new musical SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical at La Jolla Playhouse. more...
Wonu Ogunfowora, making her Broadway debut in "Summer: The Donna Summer Musical," has previously showcased her talents in the Second National/International tour of "Sister Act: The Musical" and various productions at Maine State and North Shore Music Theatre. more...
Jody Reynard, who has an impressive background with Broadway and touring productions such as Legally Blonde and Chicago, as well as TV appearances on "The Oprah Winfrey Show," was a part of the talented cast of Summer: The Donna Summer Musical during its run. more...
(Swing)
(Swing)
Jared Zirilli showcased his talents on Broadway in the past with his performances in "Summer: The Donna Summer Musical" and "Lysistrata Jones." more...
Awards and Nominations
2018 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actress in a Musical: LaChanze was nominated but did not win.
2018 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical: Ariana DeBose was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical: LaChanze was nominated but did not win.
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