The Cher Show Reviews

Suzi from Chicago, Illinois

LOVED IT!

Amazing! The three Chet’ idea was brilliant and allowed you to see her growth.The songs, costumes and choreography were incredible. I would see it again

Carol from Springfield, il

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The show was terrific, singing & dancing superb! Thanks for a great show❤️ Highly recommend for adults.

Mickey t from Chicago, Illinois

BABE WAS GREAT

Was long but was so good you did not notice it. Kept my interest the whole time. they pulled off the 3 cher theme wonderfully. Loved Babe. What a professional debut. Long career ahead. Can't wait to see this on Broadway. Interaction with Sonny was incredible.

Mary from Chicago, Illinois

FABULOUS

Was at the matinee show yesterday - not sure what to expect. It was fantastic. The leads were all amazing - Stephanie J. Block knocked it out of the part. I want to see it again. It was about 2-1/2 hours so I think they have made some cuts because I read that it was 3 hours. Oh - and Cher came into the theatre just as the second act started. What a fun and terrific show - go see it !!

Tina from Philadelphia, PA

BELIEVE!

Tells Cher's story from being young and following her dreams and making it. The singing, choreography of not just the dancers but also intertwinming all 3 Cher's was smart. The Bob Mackie gowns were terrific and Jarrod Spector from Jersey Boys as Sonny was great. Greg Allman, Rob Camiletti and of course her mother Georgia Holt were all portrayed perfectly by the performers. Go see it, get your Broadway tickets now. This show is appealing for everyone. Young and Old and some of us who just love to be entertained!

Susan from Chicago, Illinois

EXCELLENT

This show is so good I want to see it again! The very beginning (when she was a little girl) seemed a bit cheesy to me but once things got going it was wonderful. It definitely was not too long as some others have said. If you're a fan of Cher you will love every minute of it and even if you're not (I've never been a huge fan) it's a great show. The music is wonderful, the choreography is excellent and the Bob Mackie gowns and costumes are breathtaking. Three cheers for the 3 Cher's!!! I would highly recommend seeing it!

Ray from Saint Joseph, Michigan

EXCEPTIONAL SHOW WORTH SEEING MULTIPLE TIMES

I have been a Cher fan and followed her career from the 60s to current. I just saw her in Las Vegas in April. It took me about 10 minutes to adjust to seeing someone playing Cher and singing her songs since I had just been to a Cher concert. Cher’s career journey and primary romantic interests where told using the songs of Cher and Sonny & Cher. There are stand out numbers, exceptional costuming, and a heart-felt story. A friend who attended with me knew of Cher but not a lot about her. He found the show very emotional and entertaining. I plan to see this show again when it moves to New York.

Thomas K from Chicago, Illinois

TONS OF FUN

The superb story line, incredible music,exquisite costumes, and skillful dancing blended beautifully!! As a long time Cher fan this walk thru time was truly a delightful treat. Cher is so much more than just an extraordinary singer. The show does a first rate job of portraying the many talents and fascinating life of this brilliant all around performer. I will be seeing The Cher Show again!!

Cindy from Chicago, Illinois

CHER

Must see! I saw last night. Loved it. Can’t wait to go again. Amazing cast. So much talent in one cast. The opening scene can be tweaked to explain the three Cher’s. Not sure about the opening scene song with sewing machine. The story, cast, costumes, dancing all outstanding. You could debate for hours and still couldn’t agree who had the best voice. All were amazing. The solo dancer in the big dance number will blow you away. This cast is Broadway bound. I had $100 seats... worth every penny. You will leave and wake up the next morning singing the songs and wanting more. My advice bring back in reruns the Cher tv show. I’d watch. Don’t miss this play. Throughly an enjoyable fun night. Loved

Jim H from Chicago, Illinois

A VISUAL FEAST FOR THE EYS

I came to the show with no expectations. How would they ever be able to fit her entire 50 plus year career into just a few hours? But they did a really good job of including the highlights. We see her go from child to superstar before out eyes. The three ladies playing her did really great jobs. People need to remember that they are actresses not Cher impersonators. This is a representation of Cher, her power, strength and tenacity is what shows in this piece. The costumes were nothing short of flawless. So many iconic outfits were represented on stage. The audience applauded her most famous outfits. The sets and lighting were well done. A great use of stage space. The rest of the ensemble was great, Sonny was really good and the actor portraying Gregg Allman did a great job as well. As for dancers and rest of the cast. they were all on point and should be commended. I can't say anything bad about about the show. I loved it and plan on seeing it again. .

Grace D from Chicago, Illinois

I LAUGHED AND I CRIED

Not only was the show hysterical as it poked fun at the iconic diva, but it gave real insight into the trials and tribulations during her rise to fame. At times I actually cried. I've always been a fan, but my 21 year old daughter who saw the show with me, now has a new found love for Cher, and we were both left the theater craving more. I've had the pleasure of seeing Cher live in Chicago before, and believe me, this is the next best thing !

Marjorie from Chicago from Chicago, Illinois

BRILLIANT PERFORMANCE - GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!

A must see before it leaves for Broadway! Thanks to Cher for sharing her amazing journey! James, I am sorry to say, I think your comment LACKS SUBSTANCE and it is not kind. You may have to wait for the next Tony Awards to see that it will be the Musical of the Year!

Cher4me from Chicago, Illinois

CHER WORK IN PROGRESS

Saw the show tonight. The 3 actressss were amazing. Jarrod Spector, who plays “Sonny” is Sonny! Just an uncanny performance. Stepanie J. Block was sensational! Such a heartfelt performance. Both Michela Diamond and Teal Wicks as the younger Cher’s were excellent. The cast as a whole are all extremely talented and enjoyable to watch. The show is a bit long and lags in some spots but can easily be fixed. I would like to see more up tempo Cher music. All in all this show is a must see. My group all came out of the theater with big smiles!

Lilly from Chicago, Illinois

WONDERFUL ACTING/MUSIC/COSTUMES/NEEDS A TWEAK OR TWO

I really enjoyed this show and can recommend it - with one reservation - I think the story arc needs some tweaking. The good stuff - I LOVED the treatment of the 3 aspects of Cher, all the staging, the costumes, and the music - though acoustics of the Oriental are not great in the upper decks . But I REALLY dislike the last scene/end of story arc. The solo is breathtakingly beautiful and powerful. But it says she's still the same lost little girl from scene 1 and hasn't grown at all and is still searching for a man. Really? It's a total disconnect to survivor Cher/public eye diva Cher. It also makes Take me Home seem disjointed - a pandering add-on to prevent people from leaving the theater in a down mood. Give serious consideration to the comments made by Warren from DC, and you'll have a decades-long run on Broadway.

Kristi from Chicago, Illinois

SPARKLY TRIBUTE

I saw the show tonight with a friend. First, the women playing Cher were terrific. Particularly the star Cher. She was really great. Actually, the supporting cast and other cast members were equally as terrific. There’s one particular dance scene that is pretty phenomenal. And the costumes were just sequined sunshine.. I think the first act needs a little tweaking, felt like they were trying to put too much story in that amount time and I thought the time lapse was a little bit choppy. But I found the second act to be solid. Was a great finish. I think there’s some great bones in the show. With some slight tweaking to the storyline, could be fantastic. Very fun and I left with a smile on my face. Extremely happy I saw this.

Brenda Bonds from Chicago, Illinois

GREAT PERFORMANCES, STORYLINE NEEDS WORK

The casting, performances, and costumes were absolutely spectacular! If you are a Cher fan, you will definitely be satisfied. Unfortunately, the vehicle they use to tell her story is a bit confusing. I would have preferred the three "Chers" be kept separate until the end, I think that would have been a more powerful conclusion. And there was too much focus on Sonny. Also, the Cinderella angle was not necessary.

Brian from Chicago, Illinois

GOOD WITH LOTS OF POTENTIAL

I saw the performance on June 23. The show has been slimmed down to 2 hours and 35 minutes (which seems like quite a bit based on earlier reviews of 3 hours). I think there is still some big tension in the book- this idea of it being a TV variety special about her life- this makes it strange sometimes as scenes are performed around cameras (like the scene of Star Cher with Rob). Then there are times where this is not present and we just have the biographical moments. I am not sure if the folks behind the show read this feedback but I would suggest: jettisoning the variety show aspect (you could have Star Cher narrate her life while letting the other two Cher's still perform those appropriate time frames)- also the opening number of Act II needs to go! Act I can be about Sonny and Cher but Act II needs no more Sonny- Cher needs to be front and center. The good: costumes, performances (Stephanie J. Block is a vocal powerhouse), and the orchestrations. It has so much potential!

Jodi Schlendorf from Harvard IL

ENTERTAINING

Having 3 Cher's was hard to follow at times but overall I enjoyed the show. The Cher with the Curly hair sounded the most like her and I enjoyed watching her the most. I wish there was 1 Cher to show the progression of her life. I will be seeing the real Cher in Nov. in Vegas so I am glad I saw this to refresh my memory about her past. I thought it was very entertaining and alot of good dance routines.

A. DA. from Chicago, Illinois

FOR THE GLAM OF IT ALL

The Cher Show is interesting. The story of an awkward, dyslexic teen propelled by a variety show into song, theater and film bears seeing. I mean who would think that her success could even happen? The lady is tougher than a boa that's why. Using 3 Chers via a variety show format is rather clever. We enjoyed the 3 Chers and their interactions. Babe Cher stayed starstruck, Middle Cher remained confused and conflicted due to being in the thick of her own life and Star Cher brings the experience and oh, the sass. We assume the director will tweak it so the audience can exit in 2.5 hrs and improve the comedy (content, timing) along with the transition to the final punch. The lighting and set are fantastic. The costumes will win awards. For adults too young to know anything about Cher, you will enjoy the ingenuity and glamour of the 70's-80s. Go enjoy the show. It's time to whip our hair, fold our arms and get on.

XAV from Chicago, Illinois

FUN AND COLORFUL.

There was really only one part that dragged a little, otherwise the time went by quickly and a good time was had by all. The Bob Mackie number steals the show. The crowd was all ages, and they gave the cast a standing ovation. I don't know how someone unfamiliar with her songs (but isn't everyone over 35 at least somewhat familiar with her songs?) would like the show, but all the hits except "Love and Understanding" (inexplicably omitted)--from oldest to more recent--are here, several arranged in a different way and a couple of other actors get to shine besides the three Chers (and yes, IMO that gimmick works). My friend who has seen all the "jukebox" musicals said this was one of the most fun.

Phyllis from Chicago, Illinois

LOVED MOST OF THE SHOW.

This show left me with mixed feelings. Loved the music, great voices and a good representation of her music. Loved the interactions between the three Chers, for me it showed that although we evolve as human beings our present is still influenced by our past. The Bob Mackie fashion tribute was fantastic. The dancing superb. And I must say that the recreation of the set from the Sonny and Cher Show took me back to my childhood watching the show with my family. Negatives: A bit too long, especially the first act. Several people I talked to or observed had to leave and use the restroom before intermission. Too focused on her years with Sonny. Lastly the parting note which gave me the impression she is still yearning for that elusive man who will not leave her.

from Chicago, Illinois

CHER

Being a Cher fan 45 years I was taking this grain of salt. Let’s not forget it’s not Cher. So expectations were low. I enjoyed it he’ll lot more than thought. Could not pick but I drove 5 hours see it. Was it worth it? Yes

from Chicago, Illinois

CLEVER PLAY ON MERGING TIME PERIODS

Loved the method of merging various life periods rather than shelving them into separate, distinct layers. Life never happens that clearly. The closing scene depicts an almost life circle, what most of us will experience along with Cher. Caught her unmistakable wit throughout. Will go again!

Diane from Chicago, Illinois

ENTERTAINING SHOW

I love Broadway shows and although I wanted to love it unequivocally, it does not stand next to classics such as Hamilton, Jersey Boys, The Book of Mormons or other Broadway greats. While the costumes were exquisite, the 3 Cher’s woven and seen together was confusing-I would have liked seeing their progression separately. The dancing was amazing, beyond amazing and a sensuality that captured Cher’s essence. The singing throughout was excellent. The first act was vibrant but ithe second act was on the slow side. I loved the history of the Sonny and Cher show and the nostalgia pieces but unfortunately something was missing for me. When I left Hamilton I was on such a high and could not stop thinking about it and kept singing the songs but I did not feel as intense for this musical and I really wanted to. I think the ping-ponging of the three different Cher’s left me with a headache and much confusion to their purpose in advancing the story.

Deb Stamm from Chicago, Illinois

WOWED THE AUDIENCE

Voices were very powerful and dancing was exceptional. Cher’s storyline was clearly portrayed in this stunning performance. The audience was totally awed and responded accordingly. I’d highly recommend this show as it covered all the bases of entertaining...fabulous singing,, dancing, costumes and a thought provoking story.

Jordon from Chicago, Illinois

LONG LIVE GODESS CHER

The above review is just silly. Every single thing in Chers life can not be in the show. If it were, the show would never end!...she's 72! The show by no means lacked emotion...in fact, there are a few emotionally charged moments that were beautifully acted. The show doesnt make her look like a victim or cougar. It makes her look HUMAN. (Despite popular belief, she is human! ;)) It illustrates things that die hard wouldnt know...he money struggles with Sonny, stage fright, insecurities, dyslexia, heartbreak, and the price of fame. So many actual cher quotes are woven into the script and I think the way the songs are woven in work wonderfully to drive the story. It's not perfect. A couple moments may need tweaking. Young Cher=no. Her voice is too high and it's like she wasn't even trying to be Cher at all. I forsee a re cast. Stephanie as "star" Cher is BRILLIANT. Especially her act 2. She did her homework...and she brought me to tears. Go see The Cher Show!

from Chicago, Illinois

VERY ENTERTAINING, GREAT MUSIC, COSTUMES, DID NOT DISAPPOINT

The show was very entertaining. The 3 Cher's really worked for me. I loved the 3 stages of Cher's life. Costumes were outstanding. I liked that Bob Mackie was a part of the show too. Very entertaining for anyone who appreciates Cher's music. They did a nice job using her music to tell her story. This was a story about Cher, not Chaz! They did a good job with the time allowed to tell the story of Cher and that is how it should have been. A very talented group.

Christopher R from Chicago, Illinois

POORLY WRITTEN, EXCELLENT EXECUTION

Stage design and costumes were flawless. The talent was exceptional. The storyline however was a bit confusing and focused mostly on the Cher and Sonny period. We were very entertained but it could have been a show about global warming, with this cast still a hit. Needs a rewrite before it hits Broadway. Unless you really follow cheers life from birth to Sonny's death, you may be lost and not understand many of the references. However my 24 y.o. non Cher following husband, was "really entertained but had no idea what was going on". I look forward to seeing the improvements made and seeing it again in New York. It was well worth the $90 a seat I paid. Far better quality production than what we see on Broadway usually. Just had higher expectation and wanted more of the new, post Sonny Cher. Very happy we went.

Shelly Gillette from Chicago, Illinois

LOVED THE CHER SHOW!

Fantastic music and performances, wonderful choreography and absolutely beautiful costumes and staging. The interpretation of Cher's life with 3 amazing performers was truly original. All 3 captured Cher's voice, look and style perfectly. Last night's opening performance ended with a standing ovation and the audience remaining on their . feet singing and dancing the last number. The show was almost 3 hours and I felt it was somewhat too long, however, I couldn't recommend which number to cut ... they were all great! Also, the "Sonny" performer looked and sounded just like him. Treat yourself to this show ... it will definitely be a hit on Broadway!

Cher H from Chicago, Illinois

TOO LONG!

Needs to be shortened! Too much talking. Too much about Sonny!! Should have focused more on her talent, songs and when she was on her own... We were bored after One hour. I love Cher! This play was way too long!! A lot of things were irrelevant... Music was very good! Of course, Cher's wardrobe were amazing!! But, so much can be removed. How about adding the ship with sailors and Cher in her hot costume singing, If I could turn back Time. All of it!!

Renee from Chicago, Illinois

THE CHER MUSICAL

Was ok didn’t like the 3 Cher’s talking to each other was kind of weird. First two Cher’s didn’t sound like her. 3rd Cher was excellent. No mention of Chaz with Sonny Bono but mention Elisha blue with Gregg Alman would of liked to see more of Cher’s sassy ness, humor. Sonny character was very good 1st act needs improvement had a hard time keeping interested. Second act much better. Sat center balcony at oriental theatre faces of actors hard to see. Beautiful theatre. Parking very expensive and not too many places nearby for a quick drink.

Brian from Chicago, Illinois

CHER SHOW

The 3 Cher’s are worth the price of admission, with all three having great voices and solid impersonations of Cher. However, the story made me feel that Cher was a victim throughout her life, and despite great fame and money, is still looking for happiness. Bit of a downer. Didn’t get any sense of empowering woman. If that’s what they are going for, then they did a good job. Left me with a bad taste in my mouth, and doubt this show in its current form would make it on Broadway. Seen over 250 shows, 50 on Broadway. Stephanie Block is a star and just seeing her perform was a gift.

John Schroeder from Chicago, Illinois

A WORK IN PROGRESS

Watching The Cher Show on opening night, I was reminded of reading the forth or fifth draft of a good story. You know there's something there, and with some edits, it could be really good. My thought - and hope - is that the producers intentionally put in the 3 hours of material (far too long) with the thought of trimming it to, say, 2:30 based on audience feedback. With shortening and tightening up of the many story lines, this'll be a great show. I remember seeing an early version of Spamalot pre-Broadway, and had exactly the same reaction. It was shortened and tightened, and the rest is history. To be clear, the audience thoroughly loved the show, with an enthusiastic standing ovation all the way around. So, perhaps I'm being too critical, but in my view it's a good show that could become a great one.

Richard from Chicago, Illinois

ENTERTAINING BUT NEEDS EDITING

The show was very entertaining & entirely too long. Some serious editing needs to occur before a Broadway opening or it will fail miserably!! The Bob Mackie number was, perhaps, the highlight of the show, however, this isn't the Cher/Bob Mackie show. It's Cher. Overuse of the 'Bang, Bang" song. The conception of a "show within a show" completely fell apart/disappeared in the 2nd act. I think the 3 Cher concept works but Stephanie Block is the highlight of this show. Overall, it was fun, I'm glad I saw it but it wasn't very memorable. The editing of the show's book will either make or break this show.

Lwoods62 from Chicago, Illinois

UNREALIZED POTENTIAL

Want to love this show... I am not a Cher fanatic by any means but grew up watching Cher and have expectations. First off positives: 1.) set works and allows the show to keep moving. 2.) the costumes are incredible and they had foresight to incorporate Bob Mackie into the storyline also. 3.) the three leads had great voices that quota work can vocally carry off Cher’s unique qualities. That being said the three leads have the vocals but have not quite achieved Cher’s swagger and attitude. This show will never succeed until they master those qualities. Cher has the ability to fill the stage without moving far from center. They are all slightly tentative and that distracts from the show’s overall effectiveness. The youngest Cher needs to not stay in little girls clothes for so long. It makes initial scenes with Sunny Bono seem creepy. Maybe replace with a child for that scene and have Cher singing to side like watching video. Then you can bring in her as teen Cher. This show is one that has unrealized potential if its transitions are smoother and its leads find a way to unleash that swagger that is Cher.

Mark Schneider from Chicago, Illinois

GOOD SHOW AND YET...

Singing great, costumes great, script fell short for me. Not as engaging as I hoped for.

Sandy Gould from Chicago, Illinois

SO FAR SO GOOD BUT NEEDS WORK PRIOR TO BROADWAY

Excellent voices, acting, costumes, choreography (and bodies). However, ending act one with three ballads stops the momentum of the production - give consideration to cutting some and ending with the Mackie number. Act two - again - ballad after sad ballad after sad ballad to end the show? Cher is a survivor and deserves to end her show on an upbeat note. Yes the costumes in the closing number are fantastic - but it does not tie into the story line and again the momentum is already lost - rewrite, reorganize, sustain the momentum and end with an upbeat that will bring the audience to their feet because they are moved, not because they are polite.

Warren Ellis from Washinton, DC

NEEDS A BETTER BOOK

Great performances, but the show needs a tighter book Revisions – First Act You must get rid of all of the Cinderella arc. Instead, portray Babe as someone who always believed in herself. Start the show with Cher on the playground with tormentors (not seen, just heard) singing Half Breed. Cher sings a duet with the tormentors. Her Mother can come in at the end and tell her she is special. Reference the opening of My Name Is Barbra. Show all of the men that came through her Mother’s life – Gypsies, Tramps & Thieves or Carousel Man. Get rid of the sewing machine arc. Make it about Sonny spending all of their money on the piano where we wrote I Got You babe. Add Living In A House Divided showing that Sonny lived with his girlfriend on one side of the mansion. Napoleon Number what’s the point? I would end with Sonny and Cher singing What Now My Love? End with Believe, not Take Me Home. Use Take Me Home as the Curtain Call.

Mary Hough from Chicago, Illinois

PRE BROADWAY

People need to understand this is a pre-broadway show and not a finished product. If you attended opening night and then went again at closing night you would see a different show. Cher is producing this show so it is not someone who is just putting out what they want. NOW as a musician I can say the music was great the show needs to cut some numbers and some scenes (like the one with the boyfriend in the second act - it brought the show to a screeching halt). The dresses being displayed was gorgeous and that should be the end of the 1st act and lead into intermission. When it didn't end it was weird. They need to make Cher a little stronger. The three singers were great and will only get better as their comfort level grows. I would have loved to hear more complete songs instead of all the snippets but it tells a good story. Cher is a strong empowered women but the show didn't end big enough with that theme

Suzanne from Chicago, Illinois

WAS NOT WOWED!

As stated above by others.....I was not wowed. The flow was not as I expected. Did not like the concept of 3 Cher characters on stage together. Voices were ok but not the deep fullness of Cher’s. Many songs and parts could be eliminated. Did not at all like the dream part aka Disney reference. Lot of tweaking to get to Broadway. Was not on much of a high at the end as I thought I’d be.

Nicki from Chicago, Illinois

JUST PAY FOR A BALCONY SEAT

It started very slow like a Marriot Lincolnshire Theater Production but finally picked up speed. The 3 Cher's were confusing and should have just done it with the lead Stephanie Block who had the "Cher walk" down to a science. No mention at all of Chastity/Chaz or Gene Simmons of Kiss...strange? Emily Skinner who played Cher's mom had a great voice. A few good parts like the Bob Mackie fashion show and the duet of "After All." I enjoyed it because I only bought a $33 seat in the high balcony but it was just fine. There were 35 songs and it was 3 hours long. I think the problem with this show is the venue. Cher fans in the audience wanted to clap and sing along dance and stand but the "Broadway play " type venue limited that excitement. The finale allowed for the fans to let loose and the best part of the evening

Tate from Chicago, Illinois

NO LONGER SURE IF I BELIEVE IN LIFE AFTER LOVE

This production is--in a word--absurd. That absurdity is at times, delightful, and at other times, a bit of a mess. The Bob Mackie number, for example, which culminates in flamboyantly costumed cast emerging from a line of closet doors in the colors of a rainbow was a moment when this show was at its absolute most ridiculous, and therefore, best. Ironic that one of the cast members says "this isn't a Dickens novel" when we are being visited by the Ghost of Cher past, present, and future throughout the show. Shoutout to the dude who played Sonny's anachronistic pecs. I'm willing to suspend my disbelief for three Chers, but not for the idea that Sonny would ever be able to bench press more than 50 lbs. "Believe" was used so many times that I think they have to rename it "Believe (Theme from The Cher Show)" for legal reasons. In many ways, it is the theater equivalent of her Twitter page. Bummer that the men who Cher has lost (not her many accomplishments) are the show's plot scaffolding.

James from Chicago, Illinois

CHER SHOW LACKED SUBSTANCE

A missed theatrical opportunity to highlight the full life story of Cher. Not one scene about Chaz’s transition and how that effected Cher as a mother. The show was a nice tribute to Sunny but the rest was about her as a Cougar, actress and being portrayed as a victim. I did not get a sense of female empowerment and where was the Pride in this show to all her fans. The acting and singing was great and overall entertaining. But the story lacked substance, truth and didn’t have an overall message. It was like ABBA but that was not an actual real plot line and the audience knew it.

Suzy from Chicago, Illinois

GREAT SINGING, COSTUMES, HOWEVER...

I really wanted to love this show, but it was just ok. The 3 actresses playing Cher had amazing voices and the costumes were fantastic. This show was 3 hours long and there were definitely scenes that could have been cut. Having the Cher characters talking to each other throughout and singing together was somewhat disturbing. All in all would still recommend if you love the music, but storyline was somewhat weak.

Donna M from Braidwood Illinois

CONFUSING

Don't think it will be a long Broadway run. Too confusing with 3 Cher characters on the stage at once. Costumes great and singers tried very hard. Actually dozed off before intermission. Very disappointed especially since the high balcony seats were so expensive. I would hope they tweek it alot before it hits Broadway. Still admire Cher.

Maureen from Chicago, Illinois

NEEDS WORK

The three actresses playing Cher were talented, especially Stephanie Block who even has Cher’s body movements down cold. Bob Mackie’s costumes were beautiful and a sight to behold. But the book needs a lot of work. It’s cumbersome and rather dull in some parts, especially the second half of the show. Wanted to like it because huge fan of Cher, but it’s not quite there yet.

Andy from Chicago, Illinois

WAY TOO LONG

way too long. very light on the book. much credit to the dancers and the three girls who played Cher. Left at intermission....was hoping for more singing and dancing and less grindingly slow dialogue.

from Chicago, Illinois

IN A WORD, "MEH"

Let me start by saying I LOVE musical theater and go often. As other reviewers have commented, The Cher Show is often confusing and lacks true substance. The three actors who portray Cher are excellent performers and each did her best. But the story construction is weak and attempts to cover so much ground that the story (and the audience's ability to fully appreciate all that Cher overcame and accomplished) is sorely underdeveloped. The use of three actors to portray Cher is also a confusing (and distracting). Initially, I thought each "Cher" was intended to represent a different period of Cher's life. But this is not the case. The three actors are used interchangeably throughout the performance without rhyme or reason, except for the fact that it helps with quick costume changes when one "Cher" is onstage while the other two make a costume change. Overall, I was really disappointed and left feeling like I'd wasted my time.

Edna Schrank from Chicago, Illinois

VERY DISJOINTED

It was confusing to see all three "Cher" actresses on stage at the same time and the addition of her life and the TV show was not a very fluid production. We think that this needs a lot of work if it is going to make in on Broadway.

Chantel from Grand Rapids, MI

AT LEAST AN HOUR TOO LONG

Wow, the producers really think this is going to make it on Broadway? Since a friend had tickets, The Cher Show only cost me the price of the drink I bought for my friend. I would have felt ripped off if I had spent a single dollar more. This show is way too long--three hours long. They used both song and book to portray the same scene over and over again when one or the other would have easily sufficed. Seriously, cut the book and songs stat. This show has the feel of way too many cooks in the kitchen--as well as way too many Chers. I guess they are going the Donna Summer route. How original. The singular highlight were the fabulous Bob Mackie costumes. If only the show had lived up to his fabulousness!

Meg from Chicago, Illinois

WASTE OF TIME

Telling the story of one of the most iconic female superstars of all time through her relationships with men...a total utter failure and disrespect!!! Cher deserves better than this. If you thought Sunny Bono couldn't get more annoying, you'd be wrong...the way he is played in this play is almost as painful as looking at the awful wigs. The few highlights was some remarkable dancers and decent choreography, as well as some gorgeous costumes (though some looked like they were from a high school play) and some glittery, blingy set designs. Overall, I think this production is a total waste of time and money. Cher deserves the very best...this is definitely not it.

Michael from Chicago, Illinois

ONLY GO IF YOU WANT TO HEAR CHER'S SONGS PERFORMED BY MANY

We went opening night and, admittedly, had high expectations. The show failed to deliver in several areas. First, the 3 main characters did a poor job of 'impersonating' Cher. The younger of the 3 was the best.. she sang in her own style and did the song justice. The others tried to imitate Cher and.. well, you know how that turns out. Some of the music was from recordings and not the orchestra, which was really odd (and poor quality). It also seemed like some songs were being lip synched.. that's really bad! As noted by another reviewer, the show lacked substance about many things Cher and her rise, her dealing with Chaz's transition and delivering a statement of empowerment for women. There was also a lack of continuity in the story, which could leave the audience confused at times. Bottom line.. they have a lot of refining to do to make this worthy of going.

Jan from Chicago, Illinois

SIMPLY AWFUL

As I watched, more and more, my thought was....this is LAME. Whoever wrote it has no idea how to tell a cohesive story. The childhood stuff, the first 20 minutes or so, was embarrassing to watch. Having multiple Chers, never knowing who was who, never knowing what the story arc was, all of it, made it seem interminable. The music was fine, but singing Bang Bang as a child when her stepfather left, and changing the text to “my daddy shot me down” was lame. Singing Half Breed as a child, when the song wouldn’t be released for 20 years or so....lame. The highlight of the show was I Got You Babe, with the actor playing Sonny nailing the song. But my feeling was....I paid $100 to hear one song well done by two impersonators? The day before, we saw The Buddy Holly Story. It was $25 per ticket and SO much more enjoyable. His life story was told chronologically, the music rocked, and everyone looked happy to be in it. Overall...save your money. Even if you love Cher, this will disappoint.

Kristin from Chicago, Illinois

SIIP IT

This show is about 1.5 hours too long. There are about 14 too many songs. The ensemble dancers were clunky. The 2nd act is painfully long. The 3 actresses portraying Cher were more impersonators than portraying. They were shouting every song as loud as possible. Very poor performance quality. Should have left at intermission. No way this will make it on Broadway.

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