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Broadway Welcomes ‘Buena Vista Social Club’: A Tribute to Resilience and Rhythm

The new musical captures the spirit of Cuban music, exploring timeless themes from the 1950s revolution to 1996, while celebrating the music's legacy.

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  1. The Buena Vista Social Club Gets Bigger and Smaller on Broadway

    Thinning the book of Buena Vista, however, has left the other aspects of the production expand in its absence, and that’s where the show is on its surest feet.

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  2. Buena Vista Social Club review – exuberant yet dramatically thin Broadway musical

    Accordingly, Buena Vista Social Club on Broadway has both an emotional charge and a refreshing lack of bombast compared with other productions attempting to replicate pop culture phenomena.

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  3. Offering a Substantial Infusion of Sheer Joy, ‘Buena Vista Social Club’ Moves to Broadway

    If “Buena Vista Social Club” can wax sentimental at times, the feelings it captures all ring true, and the entertainment it provides is as uplifting as anything you’ll see on Broadway this season.

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Updated: Mar 20th, 2025, 1:17 AM ET

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‘Buena Vista Social Club’ has finally made its Broadway debut, offering a vibrant mix of music and dance that celebrates Cuba's rich cultural heritage. The production, featuring a score from the beloved 1997 album, intertwines the lives of musicians before and after the Cuban Revolution. Although the book is criticized for its lack of depth, the captivating performances and the evocative choreography transport audiences to Cuba, showcasing the resilience of its people and their timeless music. The show honors both the struggles and triumphs of these artists, resonating with a contemporary audience while retaining its cultural essence.

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