"Took my Puerto Rican mother for her birthday and it was incredible experience for both of us. Thank you to the writers for telling stories that we can relate to and with creatives that look like us. The talent was incredible. We both watched with pride, danced in our seats and did not want the show to end."
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 8, 2025
Buena Vista rocks!
"The best play I have ever seen on Broadway. The music, the actors, and the musicians were all incredible. People cried and people danced. The best play ever! "
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Karen S from MINNEAPOLIS on Apr 7, 2025
IYKYK -- Outsize Cultural Influence For Such a Small Country
"The music. The multigenerational musicians embodied the music in a transparent and evocative way that allowed the energy from the ancestors to pulse through with crystalline clarity. Oh, and the voices! Natalie Venetia Belcon. For two short hours, Belcon was the tia, the Oracle, the Divine one, for the entire audience. Diva! Isa Antonetti, Young Omara, is one to watch. Confident and strong. The casting / pairing of Young and Old Omara was excellent -- especially when they were both on stage together. The show struck such an emotional chord, I will see it again. "
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Frank W from Houston on Apr 7, 2025
Fantastic show
"The music and dancing were first rate. The time and place were beautifully captured. Thank you for transporting me back to Havana."
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Janet L from Washington on Apr 6, 2025
remarkable music, dance, and overall performance
"I loved everything -- the music, the band, the dancers, the singers, the plot, the "singing with feelings" which was so evident by all performers. Truly one of the best Musicals I've watched ever. "
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israel B from Ramat Hasharon on Apr 6, 2025
A proud Cuban daughter
"My sisters and I loved it all! The music was fantastic. The acting, vocals, musician were superb. Omara both young and old was amazing. It was funny in so many ways. For us it was deep and very real. It hit us right in the heart. It is a two hour history lesson of the love for family, friends, country and Music. For Cubans like us, our parents, aunts, uncles, cousins who lived the times, exiled to the USA and were raised with the stories of the revolution and sacrifices so many Cubans madeā¦this show will most definetly hit home. As for non Cubans, go see it, donāt think twice. Go listen to the story, feel the powerful music. It is worth every Pennie. I canāt wait to take my children to see this show. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 6, 2025
Fabulous joy!
"The quality of the production and each participant is phenomenal.
Musicians singers dancers story lineā¦. Its wonderful. My 13 yr old grand daughter also loved every minute. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 6, 2025
Dancing in My seat for a better part of this show.
"I canāt get enough of it. Saw it off Broadway and now again. Canāt decide which version was best. Maybe off Broadway since there was room to dance in the aisle. š Plenty of familiar faces on both spectrums. Great show! Iāve been a fan of theatre my entire life and cannot recall a show better than this one.
MY all time FAVORITE hands down. "
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raul h from cortlandt manor on Apr 6, 2025
Great music and dancing!
"Excellent job providing historical context of Cuba in the late 1950s and including thoughtful and engaging music and dance to help tell the story. The showās artists ā the musicians, dancers and actors āwere all amazing! Also, the transitions between future and past were very well done. Loved every minute of the show! FYI - The theatre is on the smaller side. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 6, 2025
Cuban Jazz for today
"This is not a deep dive into Cuban culture, rather it showcases stellar performers and great tunes from the Cuban playbook of the past. Just know why you should see and hear it - its the music and the performances. I would go again."
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J David A from San Diego on Apr 5, 2025
Fun and amazing music
"We liked everything, great songs, great dancing, great band, adequate story. Latin music, particularly Cuban son and boleros at its best "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 4, 2025
Recordar es vivir
"Everything was extremely important. The real story of the people. The music and well performed of the actors.
FANTASTIC "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 4, 2025
Amazing music and acting, which make me wanna dance in my chair
"The story made me relive my childhood. I am a Peter Pan kid who arrived in the United States in 1962 separated from my parents. This was the music that I grew up with the dancing that I enjoy. it really made me cry."
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 3, 2025
Very moving
"Buena Vista Social Club was a powerful glimpse into the trials and tribulations facing Cubans during the revolution. Despite the desperate times, the story did not lose its sense of humor and love. The singers, dancers and musicians were powerful, moving me tears. 5 stars! "
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Linda C from Pinecrest on Apr 3, 2025
A lively and enjoyable experience!
"The music was excellent and the performers did an amazing job at acting, singing and dancing. We only regret that we couldnāt dance in the aisles. "
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Eugenia A from Dallas on Apr 2, 2025
U canāt miss it
"Great music and performance. It was amazing! My eleven year old twins girls loved it too. Itās very nostalgic for all Cubans and somehow it reflects the story of many Cubans family over the last 60 years. I enjoyed the show and I was able to move and sing from my chair! Loved it "
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Denisse M from Miami on Apr 1, 2025
Music for the soul
"After seeing Buena Vista Social Club we wanted to turn around and buy tickets to see it again and again ! The most fabulous and authentic musicians bring together this story about Cuba and it's music, in a span of 20 years, in a way that the play just flows and you don't want it to end. Highly recommended to all that love and appreciate latin music. Top actors, dancers and the best music ever !"
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 1, 2025
Tears in my eyes
"From the beginning you feel the vibe the story you get goosebumps tears coming down my eyes I look to the side my wife crying.. The story line the music the actors were perfect..seeing all types of people in the theater was beautiful.. I been to Cuba so I know what they going through.. Iām going again to watch it .Love it thank you so much "
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victor r from camden on Mar 31, 2025
Buena Vista Social Club lights up the stage
"Fabulous musicians, singers and dancers. Enjoyed the back story of the actual people of the Buena Vista Social Club and the Grammy award winning recording."
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 31, 2025
Buena Vista Social Club
"Everything about this show was AMAZING!! The music, the performers brought back so many memories of our childhood!! The essence and charismatic personality of the Cuban (hispanic) culture was proudly represented. The energy and talent level of cast member was phenomenal. The role of "Compay" is performed by a dear school friend, the talented Julio Monge, what an HONOR for our island and culture. This show is a repeat! BRAVO!!!"
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Daliris C from Bridgeport on Mar 31, 2025
Absolutely amazing!
"Amazing talent! I would definitely recommend others to go and experience Buena Vista Social Club on Broadway!!!! I only gave it 5 stars because that was the highest i can go, if I had the option to give it 10stars I would have!"
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Oscar E from Hillside on Mar 30, 2025
LOVE it
"This play was spectacular. The music, emotion, and story transports you from icy New York to warm Cuba. The singers were amazing and the dancers just as much. I had a really good time!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 30, 2025
Outstanding music
"This is a show for the ages. Historic, fabulous music and lovely story. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 30, 2025
Brillante, emocionante
"Muy bien la transiciĆ³n del pasado al presente en la historia, la banda excelente y con mucho swing."
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Mario V from Toa Baja on Mar 30, 2025
Dive into the Cuban Nostalgic sounds
"The play was outstanding. They did a great job in blending original music arrangements with great acting. Telling the story of the pulse on how the original Cuban sound was created. Through the stories of the original band members. I had an opportunity to meet Eliades Ochoa in Miami last year and he would've been proud on how he was portrayed in the play.
A must see in Broadway !"
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 27, 2025
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About
Buena Vista Social Club
It’s been years since legendary singer Omara Portuondo last entered a recording studio. Once known as the “Queen of Feeling,” her voice was celebrated throughout Cuba—until she vanished from the spotlight. But when an ambitious young record producer brings her a rare opportunity, the elusive diva must finally reckon with her past.
Hailed as a "jaw-dropping, soul-stirring must see" (The Washington Post), the Tony® and GRAMMY® Award-winning Buena Vista Social Club is a journey through music and memory into the beating heart of Havana. A world-class company brings the story of the iconic album to thrilling life in this tale of big dreams, second chances, and music that needs no translation.
