Imagine a woman who sold over 100 million records and waited until she was nearly 80 years old to share her biggest secret.
Tina Turner spent years working behind the curtain on this show to make sure every light and every dance step felt exactly like her real life. It was a huge project that took her out of her quiet retirement because she felt she had one more story to tell.
This is not just a play about a singer; it is a time machine heading straight for the stage at the Dignity Health Theater.
TINA: The Tina Turner Musical – Official Trailer
Fans who have seen this show say they walked out feeling like they could fly. One viewer mentioned that they cried during the first act but felt like a teenager again by the end. Another person said it felt like getting a warm hug from Tina herself one last time.
While the show on stage tells the story of her past, there is a lot of work that goes on where the audience cannot see. This is where we see how much heart goes into every single detail. It is a new chapter that shows the sweat and tears behind the glitter.
TINA – The Tina Turner Musical: Behind The Scenes
The actors have to train like Olympic athletes to keep up with the fast pace of the songs. There are over 40 different wigs used in the show to make sure every decade looks perfect. One standout moment is seeing the lead actress master the famous “Tina strut” that defined a whole generation of music.
Tina Turner was always honest about her journey and she never wanted to hide the scars. Her style was a mix of wild energy and deep wisdom that spoke to anyone who ever felt like an underdog.
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