On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan Reviews

Chicago Tribune - Highly Recommended

"...Needless to say, then, if you are a fan of the Estefans and the Miami Sound Machine, you’ll have a total blast. Plenty of reason to go again if you were there the first time."

Daily Herald - Recommended

"...Drury Lane Theatre's regional premiere of "On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan" has much to recommend it, starting with its dynamic leading lady, Gaby Albo, who has played the role several times, most recently on a national tour in 2022."

Let's Play Theatrical Reviews - Highly Recommended

"...Drury Lane Theatre transports its audience back to the vibrant 1980s, a Golden Age of Music when the electrifying sounds of New Wave, infectious Synth-pop, and MTV-driven Pop reshaped the musical landscape and brought us high-energy, eclectic music videos."

Around The Town Chicago - Highly Recommended

"...With a strong book by Alexander Dinelaris and featuring the music of the Miami Sound machine, we watch the story of their lives, their ups and downs of their relationship. We meet the family over a period of years. Little Gloria ( an adorable portrayal by Talia Josephson/alternating with Charlotte Arias) and her being discovered."

Chicago Theatre Review - Highly Recommended

"...In between, we get to know Gloria Estefan as a child, a teenage girl who worked hard at school, was devoted to her ill veteran father and who enjoyed the company of her younger sister and grandmother Consuelo. Despite her tight rein and constant criticism, Gloria loved and revered her mother Gloria Fajardo with all her heart. But when she met, joined creative forces with and ultimately married Emilio Estefan, that’s really when the couple “Turned the Beat Around” and “The Rhythm Is Gonna Get You.”"

Buzz Center Stage - Highly Recommended

"...Drury Lane’s On Your Feet! opens with a confident, inviting energy that immediately sets the tone for the evening. The production draws the audience into its momentum with ease, creating a lively atmosphere without ever feeling over the top. It’s an engaging, high?spirited musical experience, delivered with polish and warmth, and even the ushers seem subtly swept up in the show’s rhythm."

Splash Magazine - Highly Recommended

"...What makes this production stand out — beyond the irresistible Estefan catalogue — is the way the actors elevate the material. From the dynamic ensemble that surges through the dance numbers to the nuanced portrayals of the supporting family members, bandmates and music industry antagonists, every performer contributes to a sense of community, passion, and shared storytelling that feels genuine and heartfelt"

BroadwayWorld - Highly Recommended

"...Gloria’s hard work and meeting Emilio at the right time changed her life and the life of her family. It is a wonderful testament to family, love and belief in yourself. You will be on your feet. That’s the way it should be."

NewCity Chicago - Recommended

"...As is common with jukebox musicals, there is an inherent element of schmaltz to the book, but it's easy to overlook. The story is timely. On opening night, some of the biggest moments of applause came when Gloria and Emilio asserted their humanity in the face of the racism of the American music industry."