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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.

4.8
Tickets starting at $64.29
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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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4.8
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Music and Cuba History
"The band is phenomenal! Such incredible talent needs to be showcased more. The dance choreography was beautiful and the understudy main character knocked it out of the park. Fabulous show all around. I enjoyed learning the story of this part of Cuba’s history. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 12, 2026
Wonderful music and delightful story
"My family loved this musical! The talent of the singers and musicians was truly spectacular. The story was wonderful and moving. We enjoyed every minute!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 11, 2026
amazing. lively. so much fun
"Loved everything about this show. Fun entertaining and mesmerizing from start to finish."
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ANTHONY V from NORTH BABYLON on Jan 11, 2026
Incredible!
"This is such a fun show! The acting, singing, dancing, band — everything is amazing everyone is so talented and it all feels so genuine and authentic. It was so amazing, I got tickets for my parents to see it too and they o absolutely loved it. 100/10!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 11, 2026
Incredible!
"Love everything about the show. The music is fantastic and tells a beautiful and honest story about life in Cuba at the time. I would highly recommend. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 9, 2026
I wish everyone could see this show!
"This was one of the most fun, upbeat, beautiful shows I’ve seen. The storyline is great, every cast member is incredibly talented, and the music is beyond comparison! When it was over I immediately wished I could see it again. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 9, 2026
Historic night in Havana
"From the fabulous dancing to the musicians to the singing a spectular and memorable evening occured. Stop what you are doing and buy a ticket to see this musical before it is gone."
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 8, 2026
Great musicians and dancers
"I took my Grandson to the show and we both rated this the top of the shows we saw. I heard an interesting comment from another theater goer that it makes no difference if you don’t understand the words— you understand the music. Makes you want to move "
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Dolores D from Oceanside on Jan 8, 2026
Catches the atmosphere of the Cuban revolution
"Catches the atmosphere of the Cuban revolution. The phrase that sticks with me was "...before today, Cuba had artists, doctors, shopkeepers and pickpockets. Now there only the ones who stayed and the ones who left." The talent was phenomenal. The music was energetic and emotional. "
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Avrigian A from Panama City on Jan 8, 2026
Amazing
"I loved every second of it! Just wish there was a dance floor where the audience gets to dance. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 7, 2026
Buena Vista
"The show was AMAZING, I would see it again. The performance was outstanding, the dancing singing and musicians were fabulous."
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 7, 2026
LA MUSICA BUENA
"I bought the Buena Vista Social Club & Introducing Ibrahim Ferrer CDs in the 90s and love the music. When I found out a musical was made it was a must see. I loved the movement between 1958 and 1996, the story flowed seamless from past to then present. The musicians shined, the dancers, the set, the sonadors, everything was beautiful. The audience really got into it. It was wonderful to hear Manigua again. That song is my favorite along with Candela. I would go to see this again."
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 5, 2026
Great show for all interested in the love for music and preservation
"I enjoyed the sway of the music, the invitation of the actors for crowd participation, and interaction. If you see this show you will pat your feet and clap your hands to the music and leave uplifted and happy. "
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Dwayne C from Baltimore on Jan 5, 2026
La Buena Vista Social Club!
"The story! The music! The dancing! The talent! On the edge of my seat dancing in my seat. Joyous and poignant! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 4, 2026
Riveting! Amazing! A blast of a time!
"My body and my feet never stopped moving in my seat! Would see it again."
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 4, 2026
Go to the Buena Vista Social Club!
"I’ve seen this show twice and would go again tomorrow! The music, the singing, the dancing…it’s all absolutely amazing! Such an unforgettable experience. You don’t want to miss this!"
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Elyssa G from Fair Lawn on Jan 4, 2026
Absolutely amazing show
"Musicians are fabulous, dancers are fabulous, Natalie Venetia Belcon, Isa Antonetti, etc - all the cast was fabulous. Couldn’t recommend more."
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 4, 2026
I can't wait to see it again!
"Incredible! The music was beyond spectacular from the moment the performance started to the very end. The story was fabulous, the acting stellar, the set outstanding. This is a MUST SEE show."
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Vince K from New Braunfels on Jan 2, 2026
One of the best shows I've seen!
"The music was absolutely incredible, such an epic vibe. Mel Seme was A STAR!!! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 1, 2026
Amazing music and song!
"I loved my orchestra seats! Loved the opening with music. So grateful for the booklet of song history. I don't speak Spanish, but felt every bit of the story. I will see this again if it is hear thru the Spring. The band was awesome, loved them!"
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Nina L N from Waldorf on Jan 1, 2026
Amazing!!!!!
"My 1st broadway show! It was great!I loved everything! Amazing show and talent! "
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Joaquin N from East Hampton on Dec 31, 2025
Outstanding from the first to last 🎶.!
"Even though I didn’t understand Spanish I still found this an incredible experience!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 31, 2025
Beautiful - highly recommend!
"The music was fantastic! The performers — from the musicians to the singers to the dancers were such a joy to experience. The representation of the Afro Latino community on Broadway is beautifully celebrated at BVSC! The theater seats were not the most comfortable, but the view was excellent given that it’s a small theater. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 31, 2025
A Celebration of Soul, Rhythm, and Timeless Cuban Music
"Buena Vista Social Club is an unforgettable celebration of music, culture, and heart. From the very first note, the show pulls you into the soul of Cuba, blending powerful storytelling with extraordinary live music and vibrant performances. The musicians are simply phenomenal — every song feels alive, emotional, and deeply authentic. The energy on stage is contagious, filled with joy, nostalgia, and a profound respect for the legends who shaped this iconic sound. The choreography, visuals, and storytelling beautifully complement the music, creating a moving experience that transcends language and age. This musical is not just a performance — it’s a celebration of heritage, resilience, and the universal power of music to connect people. Truly uplifting, inspiring, and unforgettable. Highly recommended for anyone who loves culture, rhythm, and stories told from the heart. "
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Maria R from San Juan on Dec 30, 2025
Authentic, very high quality play and musical performance
"The show has an incredibly high performance musically. Acting is also very well performed, the cast does a great job at acting, dancing and most importantly, singing. The play is not historically accurate and that may feel confusing."
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 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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