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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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4.8
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Fantastic musical!
"Wow! What a great cast of musicians and actors! The music was top notch and the songs very well done. A great evening of entertainment. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 9, 2026
Wow
"The show was amazing. The music the dancers. The music was awesome brought back sweet memories of my father. Yes I cried a bit. I would see it again and again. I danced in my seat. Super great show. "
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Efrain C from Bronx on Sep 7, 2026
Outstanding
"First time at theatre since Covid. Had a fantastic time. Music and dancing were fabulous. Performances were perfect. Best indication of how good it was is that my wife did not fall asleep. And at 83 years old that’s saying something "
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 6, 2026
Blown Away!
"I was on my first trip ever to NYC and friends who once lived and worked in the city toured us around and made sure we saw a Broadway show. We couldn't have chosen better. The performance was spectacular and had us all groovin' in our seats. The young ladies sitting next to me couldn't sit still either. One of our friends is a professional percussionist and she was absolutely thrilled. Spectacular performance and a beautiful theater. "
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Rebecca H from Waterville Valley on Sep 6, 2026
What a party!
"Reminded me of Old Havana, wonderful show. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 4, 2026
Bright, effortlessly funny
"I enjoyed the show, the dance, the colors. I wish there was more explanation as to what happened to the main character's sister. A little bit more details. They wanted her sister, so what did they do with her, the unwanted?"
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 4, 2026
Best theatrical and musical rendition of a true historical time period in C
"The paradoxical acting/singing careers of Omara and her sister over 4 decades in a changing Cuba is very well interpreted, plus the highly professional support of the musicians! WOW!!! Not forgetting the exceptional dance performances …… "
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Line B from New York on Sep 3, 2026
One of the best performances.
"A must see performance. Musicians are outstanding. One of the best shows in Broadway. Highly recommended."
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 3, 2026
Great!
"Music is amazing, set up incredible, dancers lovely! I recommend this show 100%"
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 3, 2026
Greatest Show Ever!
"I liked everything about this show. The story, the cast and especially the musicians!"
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Patrick P from Haddon Township on Aug 31, 2026
Fantastic! 10 out of 10.
"Loved everything about this show. The music, the acting, the energy. Would highly recommend this show if you're ready to have a good time. We've been coming to Broadway for years and this is one of the better shows we've seen. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 30, 2026
Amazing
"Truly such an amazing experience. You become immersed in the story and can’t wait for the next scene. The actors and performers are amazing. MUST SEE"
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 30, 2026
Worth every penny
"This brings you into a beautiful culture and leaves a lasting impact! I would go again!"
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Brandon G from Rosedale on Aug 29, 2026
This show makes you want to sing and dance!
"I remember buying a Buena Vista Social Club CD back in the 90's and loved the music back then. It's been years since I heard their music and this show gives you a wonderful story on how this music came to be. The music, singing and dancing is wonderful and it makes you want to rise from your seat and sing and dance with all the artists!!! Can't wait until this show comes to Southern California!!!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 29, 2026
Bueno Vista is a must see
"This is an outstanding group of musicians. Some of the best musical performances I've ever seen. "
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Ronald J from Langley District on Aug 28, 2026
Exceeded expectations…and I was expecting to love it
"It was truly spectacular! Took my 3 children ages 9,12 and 13. They all loved it. My son is a pretty good trumpet player. His face lit up When he heard that trumpet. The music and the story were so inspirational. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 27, 2026
Very touching
"I enjoyed from beginning to end the story line the instruments, the signing, the dancing. The stages appearance and all the outfit changes. Music was amazing and touching."
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Frances L from Linden on Aug 27, 2026
Simply FANTASTIC!!!
"First of all the musicians were class apart. The music, singers, actors and the story all were outstanding. I will definitely see again. "
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Ricardo F from San Juan on Aug 27, 2026
Need more stars for this show
"Completely blown away. Seeing the music performed with so much talent and passion was just incredible. There was so much energy from the performance that I was actually taken by surprise at the intermission. I would absolutely see this again."
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 26, 2026
A bright spotlight on beautiful people and their music
"After listening to the music, seeing the documentaries and reading the accolades of Buena Vista Social Club orchestra, it was hard to imagine all of it compressed in a Broadway play. Well, not only was the music as excellent as we expected, but the play exceeded our expectations. It was the tying in of the stories that sat behind the scenes but were desperately waiting to be told. And it did tell the story of conflict and redemption in such an extraordinary way. Social conflict, class relations and the politics of it all are represented but not at the forefront but as a springboard to understand all the emotions that make the Cuban music of yesterday so relevant today. It’s not a political play (regardless of where you stand) it’s a human relations of love and longing through music. I highly recommend because the story is alive in the music and the narrative, it’s a concert with footnotes, and one just compliment the other. Not to be missed. "
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Maria V from Egg Harbor Township on Aug 24, 2026
Big and bash
"Excellent introduction to the Cuba revolution and the music and dance from the era. I enjoyed the music and dancing throughout the play. The performances were excellent as the players provided the audience with the hopes and dreams of everyone involved. The band was fantastic!!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 24, 2026
A concert and play wrapped in one!
"I wore out the album Buena Vista Social Club when it came out in the late 90s. This production brings the music and story of this incredible masterpiece to life. The acting and choreography was outstanding and the music touched my heart and soul. "
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Maureen M from Cleveland Heights on Aug 24, 2026
Great story, music, and talent
"I loved this show for the way they wove the story back and forth through time with fabulous music, dancing, and storytelling by very talented people."
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 24, 2026
An amazing surprise
"I liked everything!! The music, the performance and the play in total. This is the music I grew up with as my Papi was a musician in the 50’s. It brought tears to my eyes as I was wishing he was there with me. Very talented performers. If you like Caribbean music for sure it’s a must to see. "
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Vanessa R from Apollo Beach on Aug 23, 2026
Wish I Could've Danced in the Aisles
"My family kept asking, are the instruments really live? I told them yes!! The music is perfect and made me want to dance."
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 20, 2026
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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.

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