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Tina Turner (born November 26, 1939) is the stage and recording name of Anna Mae Bullock, a critically acclaimed, world renowned R&B and soul singer-songwriter, actress and dancer, hailing from Nutbush, Tennessee, U.S.

Tina Turner’s earliest musical excursion came when she began singing in her teens under the name Little Ann, and later became a backing singer for Ike Turner’s Kings of Rhythm. It wasn’t long however before Anna Bullock’s soaring vocals stole the show and in 1960 the group transitioned into the Ike and Tina Turner Revue. Alongside Ike, Tina earned critical acclaim and commercial success with the singles “A Fool in Love”, “River Deep – Mountain High”, “Proud Mary”, and “Nutbush City Limits”. The singles earned the duo both national and international esteem, and resulted in a slot opening for the Rolling Stones. In 1974 plagued by Ike’s drug habits and tumultuous behaviour Tina Turner left the group to pursue a solo career.

A year later in 1975 Turner was offered the role of the Acid Queen in The Who’s film version of “Tommy”. Despite providing an unforgettable performance, the film was all too forgettable, and soon passed from public’s consciousness. Turner’s first few solo releases “Acid Queen”, “Rough” and “Love Explosion” all charted poorly and could all too well have deterred a singer of a lesser disposition. However with backing from the likes of Rod Stewart, The Rolling Stones, Chuck Berry and David Bowie, Tina Turner bounced back and released the Al Green Cover “Let’s Stay Together” in 1983. The single catapulted Turner into U.S. and a number of European charts, and resulted in the singer inking a three-album deal with Capitol Records.

The album “Private Dance” was subsequently released in June 1984 charting at No. 3 on the Billboard 200. Selling over 11 million copies, the album spawned the Grammy-winning, No. 1 single “What’s Love Got to Do with It”, along with “Better Be Good to Me”, and “Private Dancer”. Following the release Turner played the role of Aunty Entity in the film “Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome” for which she later won the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress. In 1986 the singer released the single “Typical Male” after which Turner’s music moved away from the upper echelons of the chart. The albums “Foreign Affair” in 1989, “Wildest Dreams” in 1986 and “Twenty Four Seven” in 2000 earned strong reviews from critics and all saw respectable chart placing. The best-of compilation “All the Best” arrived in 2004, followed by a performance alongside Beyoncé at the 2008 Grammy Awards.

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Tiny Turner is arguable the best female performers ever! The power and tone of her voice, the energy of her performance and her sheer love for the stage. Very few have got gigs rocking the way Tiny Turner could! She has sold more concert tickets than any other live performer EVER! She has enjoyed success as a singer, dancer, writer and as an actress. She has received an enormous amount of respect from peers, many honours and awards, including 8 grammy awards and record sales of over 100 million! After breaking into the music scene in 1960 whilst part of the Ike & Tina Turner Revue she soon became known worldwide as an unbelievable live act! With amazing songs such as “Proud Mary”, “River Deep- Mountain High”, “A Fool in Love” and “Nutbush City Limits” there was no doubting they’re ability to get a crowd going. She certainly had something quite special, an ability to bring a room alive! To get the room dancing! Even, at the age of my nan, she would be rocking a stage at a stadium sized gig! Considered by many as the great female rock singer ever, the ‘queen of rock and roll’ and a performer who is still performing at the highest level after over 50 years!

Still need convincing? Ok! Once again! Tiny Turner has sold more concert tickets than any other live performer EVER!!!!!

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There are few vocalists who are completely incomparable due to the uniqueness of their tones, 80s soul/pop siren Tina Turner is very much one of those. She has a whole plethora of hits and is an icon within her own right and despite the hair not being quite outrageous these days, the stage show very much is. She is an impassioned performer even in her later years and really knows how to work the stage, her accompanying musicians and of course the adoring crowds.

The amount of legendary tracks included tonight could make your head spin 'River Deep, Mountain High' 'Private Dancer' and 'We Don't Need Another Hero' all feature along with covers of iconic rock musicians proving Tina very much lives and breathes the genre. A highlight was a downtempo rendition of 'Addicted To Love' by Robert Palmer which allows that sultry, raspy vocal to really shine. It is of course the finale of 'The Best' and 'Proud Mary' that gets the whole crowd singing, dancing and cheering as the fabulous songstress struts from side to side of shade proving she cannot be considered to be past it.

I wld love to see Tina Turner in concert..I grew up listening to all her songs with my parents when I was a kid..love all her songs all the way bk to Ike and Tina Turner..they really new how to put on a show for sure..!..and nothing like proud Mary..!..she is “simply the best”..!

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Tina Turner’s 1985 comeback concerts still resonate with those who were there

• Published: May. 02, 2021, 5:00 a.m.

Tina Turner takes the stage at Richfield Coliseum on Aug. 22, 1985. (Photo: Janet Macoska)

• Troy L. Smith, Cleveland.com

CLEVELAND, Ohio – Before she ever became a solo star who packed stadiums around the world, Tina Turner was already a legend.

Born Anna Mae Bullock, Turner spent 16-years with rock and roll pioneer and husband Ike Turner. The duo of Ike & Tina Turner earned a reputation as one of the greatest live acts in music history with iconic songs like “River Deep – Mountain High,” “A Fool In Love” and their iconic cover of Creedence Clearwater Revival’s “Proud Mary.”

However, none of that mattered by the late 1970s. Removed from her abusive relationship with Ike, Turner was relegated to playing cabaret shows in Las Vegas just to pay the bills.

But that wouldn’t last for long. Down but not out, Turner would embark on the greatest comeback story in music history with her album, “Private Dancer,” and the corresponding tour that stopped at Ohio’s Richfield Coliseum on Aug. 22, 1995.

“I loved that after being dominated by Ike for so long, Tina was able to take charge of the situation and envision what she wanted her life to be,” says photographer Janet Macoska , who shot Turner’s Richfield concert. “Tina always wanted to be in of a stadium full of people. And when you see that finally happen, you just are so thrilled for her that it all came true.”

[ Listen the CLE Rocks Podcast on Apple , Spotify , iHeart or Acast for the story behind Tina Turner’s 1985 “Private Dancer Tour” ]

What’s Love Got to Do with It

For almost all of their time together, Tina Turner would suffer a tremendous amount of emotional and physical abuse at the hands of Ike. Those horror stories would play out both the 1993 film “What’s Love Got to Do with It” and Tina’s autobiography “I, Tina.” But the abuse first came to light in a 1981 People Magazine interview.

“I went through basic torture,” Turner would say of her life with Ike. “I was living a life of death. I didn’t exist.”

The divorce between Tina and Ike was finalized in 1978. Tina asked for nothing in the form of spousal support or music royalties. But she did demand one thing – her stage name Tina Turner, which had been given to her by Ike. She was granted her wish.

“When she did go to court and she said, I don’t want anything from Ike. All I want is my name, she bet on herself,” recalls Barry Gabel, senior vice president of marketing and sponsorship sales. “Maybe nobody else saw her as more than just a niche Las Vegas act. But with the right handlers and the right songs, she knew she would be a superstar.”

Show Me Some Respect

Following her split with Ike, Tina Turner earned a living making appearances on TV shows like “The Hollywood Squares” and “The Sonny & Cher Show,” as well as playing cabaret shows at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.

Tina Turner circa 1980. ullstein bild via Getty Images

Turner would take her show on the road to smaller venues. But her first two albums – 1978′s “Rough” and 1979′s “Love Explosion” – failed to chart. It wasn’t until a successful cover of Al Green’s “Let’s Stay Together” in 1983 that Turner earned enough confidence from her label Capitol Records to record a new studio album.

“Capitol Records took on the new Tina and who that was going to be,” says Macoska. “She wanted to be a rock singer. So, they knew they’d have to find a way to introduce all music fans to that side of her.”

After releasing “Let’s Stay Together” and a mellowed out, yet powerful cover of The Beatles’ “Help!” Capitol Records felt it had the song to take things to the next level. There was just one problem – Turner hated it.

“She didn’t particularly care for ‘What’s Love Got to Do with It,’” remembers Gabel. “Between the producer and her manager, they said just listen to it and make it your own. And she just wound up owning that song.”

“What’s Love Got to Do with It” was a modest hit for British pop group Buzz Fizz in 1984. But in the hands of Turner, it would become a sensation and the backbone of her third studio album, “Private Dancer.”

Two weeks before the release of “Private Dancer,” Turner would join Lionel Richie as the opening act on his “Can’t Slow Down Tour.” The trek came to Richfield Coliseum for two nights in June 1984.

“She was given that short period of time to play and she slayed everybody,” says Gabel. “She was the perfect setup for Lionel because she was incredibly high energy. She just did the six, seven, eight songs, whatever she did, and people were just so psyched to see Tina.”

Turner played a 40-minute opening set on the tour before returning to the stage to sing a few songs with Richie. Her show came with a full backing band and dancers who followed Turner’s every move as she navigated the stage in a small dress and high heels. It was the rock show she always desired.

“I guess she said, ‘You know, I don’t know what they’re going to make of me because I’m not Lionel’s audience,” remembers Macoska. “She didn’t think they were going to like me. Well, they loved her. And she got to introduce the material from ‘Private Dancer.’ It was a great lead-in for her.”

Turner’s tour with Richie would wrap up in July 1984. By that September she had achieved the superstar status she’d always coveted as a solo artist. “What’s Love Got to Do with It” reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. The singles “Better Be Good to Me” and “Private Dancer” would also become Top-10 hits. “What’s Love Got to Do with It” would go on to win Record and Song of the Year at the 27th annual Grammy Awards in February 1985.

“She happened to hit that time in music where she could get the airplay across the board,” says Macoska. “She could do MTV and her image was that of a powerhouse.”

Tina Turner holds up a Grammy Award on Feb. 27, 1985 in Los Angeles, Calif. (AP Photo/Nick Ut). AP

I Might Have Been Queen

A week before her Grammy wins, Turner embarked on the massive Private Dancer tour, which would take her from Europe to Australia, Asia and, of course, North America. A year after opening for Lionel Richie, Turner was now headlining Northeast Ohio’s premiere music venue in Richfield.

“It was glorious,” says Macoska, who shot the first few songs of Turner’s set on Aug. 22 at Richfield Coliseum before taking a seat nearby to watch as a fan. “She’s just shooting out energy the way Springsteen would shoot out energy or Jagger. I just loved the show top to bottom, just watch this woman take charge of 20,000 people.”

Tina Turner at Richfield Coliseum in 1985. (Janet Macoska)

This time around, the stage was bigger. The band was fuller. The lights were brighter. The outfits were more glamorous. Even Tina’s hair seemed to take on a life of its own as she delivered an 18-song set that would have the audience standing for more than 90 minutes. And it all came from a woman who just a few months shy of her 46th birthday.

“There was sweat dripping off her. You didn’t see that from female performers,” recalls Gabel. “She’s the woman who literally taught Jagger how to move. So, just think about that persona on a woman that held that audience captive for that two-hour time period. I think that’s what the audience loved about Tina, that she gave it her all”

Turner with her band at Richfield on Aug. 22, 1985. (Janet Macoska)

I Can’t Stand the Rain

“The Private Dancer Tour” would go on to net $40 million and earn Pollstar’s “Comeback Tour of the Year Award.” Two years later, Turner would up the ante with the “Break Every Rule Tour,” a record-setting run that would become the seventh highest-grossing tour of the 1980s.

“It’s not that she was just gifted. She created her own space and was wholly unique in terms of her vocal technique and her dancing skills,” says T.J. Martin, director of HBO’s 2021 documentary “Tina.” “The more we dove into making the film, the more we realized there’s no one else really that occupies that space in music history that Tina does.”

Tina Turner in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Her show there in 1988 on the Break Every Rule Tour remains the largest paying concert audience by a female artist with 180,000 spectators. Getty Images

Turner remained one of the biggest touring acts in the world for two more decades before retiring from performing in 2009 following her 50th-anniversary tour. She is nominated for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s Class of 2021 as a solo artist outside of Ike & Tina, inducted as a duo in 1991.

Yet, even if Turner is inducted into the Rock Hall in Cleveland this October, she likely won’t be there to accept the honor in person. After a 60 year career, Turner now lives in Switzerland, happily removed from any burdens of being a celebrity.

“You get the sense from being around her that she wants to retire, not only from the stage but from being the persona of Tina Turner,” says Dan Lindsay, the documentary’s co-director. “She’s perfectly happy at her house gardening, decorating or going out to dinner with her friends in Zurich. I think she is at that stage in her life where she’s not interested in public life.”

Singer Tina Turner, left, speaks on stage at the opening night of "Tina – The Tina Turner Musical" at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019, in New York. Turner has said the appearance would likely be the last public appearance of her 60-plus year career in the United States. Evan Agostini/Invision/AP

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Ari groover, tina turner.

ARI GROOVER is excited to be telling the story of Tina once more! Broadway: TINA – The Tina Turner Musical (Alline, Tina U/S) Head Over Heels , Holler If Ya Hear Me . Off-Broadway: Little Shop of Horrors (2020 Lucille Lortel Nominee for Ronnette), Bare The Musical . Choreography: Burn All Night (A.R.T.). Film: In the Heights (Warner Bros.), Spider-Man: Homecoming (Sony). TV: “ The Get Down” (Netflix), “ Law & Order: SVU .” Ari is a DJ who goes by “Ari Grooves”. www.arigrooves.com  

Zurin Villanueva

Zurin Villanueva (Tina Turner) is thrilled to be taking on the role of the great Tina Turner! originally from Brooklyn, NY. Broadway credits: The Lion King , Mean Girls , Shuffle Along and The Book of Mormon . Regional credits include: Teenage Dick (Woolly Mammoth), Ragtime (Barrington Stage) Ain’t Misbehavin (Crossroads) and Million Dollar Quartet (PCLO). Tv/film: The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel , Insatiable , and the upcoming Murder Mystery 2 on Netflix! She is a proud graduate of Howard University BFA and Laguardia High School for the Performing Arts Drama program. I dedicate this role to my mother, the eternal reinventor , Michele Walker. Follow me on Instagram @zurinspired.  

Deon Releford-Lee

MASHALLAH!!! HBCU Grad, Artist, Food Maker, Rump Shaker and Generational Curse Breaker. Broadway: TINA-The Tina Turner Musical  (Ike u/s), Broadway National Tour:  Beautiful: The Carole King Musical  (Drifter) Off-Broadway:  The Bandaged Place  (Roundabout) Regional:  Jelly’s Last Jam  (Associate Director/Choreographer/Jelly Standby). Matthew in  For The Boys  (Slay TV) and Head Producer and Creator of FREE BLACK MILLENNIALS; a production company and podcast. Rest easy to the Queen of soul and rock & roll. Love Always: Love All Ways. @ deon sbohemia

Carla R. Stewart

Gran Georgeanna

Carla  R  Stewart  (Gran Georgeanna) is honored to be here as Gran Georgeanna!  Stewart  is a part of the OBC  Tina – The Tina Turner Musical  other credits include  The Color Purple  revival,  Ghost ,  If Pretty Hurts ,  The Gospel Woman . TV:  FBI ,  Run The World ,  Wu Tang an American Saga .  Stewart  is the Proud owner of Nutcho Cheese. Connect: IG: @nutchocheese @mzzzruth Matthew 5:16

Zelma Bullock

Roz White ( Zelma Bullock ); National Tour: Dreamgirls , Regional: Amen Corner (Shakespeare Theater), Seven Guitars (Arena Stage), Marie and Rosetta (Mosaic Theater Company), Bessie’s Blues (Studio Theatre), Crowns (Indiana Rep), Anne and Emmett (MetroStage), Pearl Bailey by Request (Milwaukee Rep), Black Pearl Sings! (Alliance For New Music Theatre). Love to Howard University and Duke Ellington School of the Arts. I love you Mom (RIP) Anthony, and King.

Sarah Bockel

Sarah Bockel is thrilled to be a part of Tina Turner’s incredibly inspiring story. Broadway/ National Tour: Beautiful ( Carole King) Regional: Into The Woods (Baker’s Wife,) Paramount Theatre. Beautiful (Carole King,) Ogunquit Playhouse. TV: “ The Equalizer .” Love to Dylan and the boys. @ debockel  

John Battagliese

Erwin Bach, Ensemble

Originally from Philadelphia, Joh n recently was seen as one of the winners of The Kelly Clarkson Show’s Kellyoke Search for the Greatest New Voices in America . National Tours: Cruel Intentions: The 90’s Musical . Las Vegas: BAZ: Starcrossed Love . Regional: The MUNY, The Wallis, Ogunquit Playhouse, and more. On TV he can be seen as a host on QVC + . CCM alum. Love and thanks to Mom and Dad. @the joh n batt

Daelyanna Kelly Benson

Young Alline/Young Craig

Daelyanna Kelly Benson ( u/s Young Alline / Young Craig ) is a 12-year-old student at The Debbie Allen Middle School, Los Angeles. Favorite roles played are Nala ( The Lion King ), Tracy Turnblad ( Hairspray ); Movies she’s in: Hostile Territory , Separate . Her original music: “Free The Bun,” “Who I Am.” She’s ecstatic to be part of Tina ! Love and hugs to her 2 dads, coaches, and Kurt Domoney, Lisa Calli, Pat Goodwin. Follow her @Daelyanna_Daily.

Antonio Beverly

Ronnie/Ensemble/u/s Ike

Antonio Beverly ( Ronnie / Ensemble ); Tour: A Bronx Tale (Tyrone), Cinderella (Ensemble, Lord Pinkleton/Jean-Michel u/s) Regional: Cinderella (Ensemble) PaperMill Playhouse. Pronouns: They/Them. Insta: @thebeverleigh

Swing, Assistant Dance Captain

Broadway: FROZEN (Olaf u/s, Weselton u/s ), National Tour : WICKED, JERSEY BOYS (Frankie Valli alternate/asst dance captain) . Off Broadway: JERSEY BOYS, ONLY HUMAN . TV : “Po se” season finale. Regional: ACT of CT, PCLO, NC Theatre, Hartford Stage. BFA, University of Michigan. Major gratitude to Brian, Pat, Mom, Dad, and the entire TINA creative team for this opportunity. @benmbogen  

KAREN BURTHWRIGHT

Swing, u/s Tina Turner, u/s Rhonda, Dance Captain

ALIYAH CALDWELL

National tour debut! SWING-The Broadway Musical (Norwegian Cruise Lines), Hairspray (Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines). Education: Ava Fields Dance Ministry, Baltimore School for the Arts, BFA in Dance/Dance Choreography from Towson University. #TheDancingZeta

Brianna Cameron

Young Anna Mae, u/s Young Alline/Young Craig

Brianna Cameron (Young Anna Mae, u/s Young Alline/Young Craig) is making her Broadway debut in Tina. She is a 4th-grade honor student that is grateful to her family and friends for their love and support. Credits include Lego Broadway Musical, Equalizer, Ziwe, and Jamvan. She is the 2022 first-place winner of Amateur night at the Apollo Theatre.

Lillian Charles

Young Alline / Young Craig

LILLIAN CHARLES (Young Alline / Young Craig) is thrilled to make her stage debut! After attending her first national touring show, Lillian was determined to make it on stage. Lillian has appeared in commercials, audiobooks, podcasts, and on billboards. Thank YOU for your continued support! @actresslilyg

Julius Chase

JULIUS   CHASE   is honored to tell the story. Broadway :  TINA – The Tina Turner Musical ,  Mamma Mia . International:  Aluminiüm Company  (New York, Russia, Israel) Broadway National: Disney’s  High School Musical   TV Credits:  CLAWS  (TNT)  Preacher  (AMC) Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music Alum. NOCCA / HSPVA Alum. New Orleans Native. Proud supporter of the @NationalKidneyFoundation and @DonateLifeAmerica. @geauxjuju

Andrew Eckert

Andrew is thrilled to join the TINA tour! National Tours: AN AMERICAN IN PARIS , CHICAGO , MARY POPPINS . Regional: Walnut Street Theatre, NCT, The MUNY, and others. Gratitude to LDC Artist Rep, Telsey & Co., the TINA creative team and my family! @ andrew reckert

Amahri Edwards-Jones

Ikette, Ensemble

National Tour: Duckling Donna in Summer: The Donna Summer Musical Australian Tour: Hairspray Regional: Gypsy (Goodspeed), Freaky Friday (Virginia Musical Theatre), Matilda (Virginia Stage Company) All thanks to God, her lovely parents, Bloc, family and friends for their unconditional support!

Gordia Hayes

Swing, u/s Ike

Gordia Hayes ( Swing ) is a recent grad  of Baldwin Wallace University. Regional: Rent , Hair , and Kinky Boots . Endless love to my amazing family, friends, Josh, and Telsey & Co. Luke 1:37

Crystal Joy

Ensemble, u/s Zelma, u/s Gran Georgeanna

MOTOWN the Musical Broadway, HBO’s Vinyl , 1st National tours of MEMPHIS the Musical and Legally Blonde the Musical as well as Hair: The American Tribal Love Rock Musical on the West End. Helen Hayes nominated for the role of “Lorrell Robinson” in Dreamgirls .  

SYMPHONY KING

Young Anna-Mae

SYMPHONY KING is based out of Los Angeles, CA but originally from Long Island, NY. Very early, Symphony displayed dynamic gifts in the areas of singing, dancing and performing taking after her musical parents who chose her name to reflect their love story. At the age of 7 she discovered her passion for musical theater, once telling her mom “this is my purpose in life.” She went on to star in local Jaxx Theater as the Genie in Aladdin , and Sandy in Grease Jr . Symphony delights in learning and is a gifted student with a love for architecture, as well as a loving big sister. She also loves to laugh and be silly. This girl with dreams as big as her voice is excited to embrace this journey and can’t wait to conquer the path that is before her.

Kendall LeShanti

Ikette/Ensemble

Alline/Ikette/Ensemble, u/s Tina

Gigi   Lewis began her career in Houston Texas performing in Dancin in the Street Motown Revue. Performances such as Hairspray with Royal Caribbean led her to her current role in TINA – The Tina Turner Musical . She’s elated to join this cast.

Omar Madden

Craig, Ensemble

Omar is grateful to be a new addition to the TINA 1st National Tour family. Oma r also sings in corporate bands and performs around the country as a recording artist. Oma r thanks DGRW, Telsey Casting, and The TINA Team for this opportunity. @ oma r madden

NATALIA NAPPO

Young Alline/Young Craig, u/s Young Anna-Mae

I’m grateful to be making my debut on my 1st national tour! I would love to thank God, my family, friends, Ms. LaFrances, Bonnie, Ms. Sherma, Amelia, DEA Music School and the TINA production for believing in making my dreams a reality.

Terance Reddick

Terance Reddick ( Swing ) is a Las Vegas native. Terance made his debut on Broadway in Les Misérables . Performing has always been my passion, being of service is just as important. Teaching and coaching are my ways of paying forward. Follow me @terancereddick on all platforms 4 my latest adventure! “Gods Favor is more precious than Life”.

Shari Washington Rhone

Swing, u/s Zelma, u/s Gran Georgeanna

Shari Washington Rhone ( Swing ); Principal Dancer at Jazz Antiqua. L.A. company The Lion King . Asst. Dir. Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre. Soloist at Lula Washington Dance Theatre. Choreographer at Disneyland resort. Proud Mary , Bella Donna , Soulicious , & Pam Darden’s Marvelettes Revue . Director Jaxx Theatricals. Love to Dan, Morgan & Mayumi

ERIC SIEGLE

Phil Spector/Ensemble

After his Broadway debut with TINA , Eric is ecstatic to join the tour. Regional: Babes in Arms (Val Lamar), Once (Billy). Proud Baldwin Wallace graduate (Music Theater) and current Berklee College student (Music Production). Much love to his family, friends, and BWA. @ericrsiegle  

Brittny Smith

Brittny Smith hails from Houston Tx, is founder of a performing arts scholarship & holds a B.A and an M.Ed. Previously: Ain’t Too Proud first national tour, The Donna Summer Musical National Tour (Diva Donna), Dreamgirls International tour, Step Afrika National/international tour, The Color Purple (Regional), Stomp The Yard 2 (film). IG: @BBenai08

Christine Suddeth

Ensemble, u/s Rhonda

National Tour debut! Previously: AIDA Cruises, Drowsy Chaperone (Janet), Seussical (Mayzie LaBird ). Proud published vocal research author. Pace MT ‘21. Endless thanks to family, friends, Kacie & my team, Pat & the whole Telsey Company, and, above all, God. @christinesuddeth  

Rowan Vickers

John Carpenter, Ensemble

Broadway: Lobby Hero u/s (Second Stage Theater). Off-Broadway: Nat Turner In Jerusalem (New York Theatre Workshop, World Premiere); The Sensuality Party (The New Group, New York Premiere); Picnic , Come Back Little Sheba (Transport Group/Best Revival Drama Desk Nom. for Picnic); Sex Object (The PIT). Regional: Bad Jews (Studio Theatre, DC); The Two Gentlemen of Verona (Santa Cruz Shakespeare); Measure For Measure (Santa Cruz Shakespeare/California Shakespeare Theatre); Macbeth (Stratford Festival, Canada); Peter Pan (The Grand Theatre, Canada). Film/Television: Silo (Apple TV); Instinct (CBS); Mayday (Discovery); Law and Order: SVU (NBC); Labor, Lies And M urder (Lifetime). Training: Juilliard. Endless thanks to Dave and Sarah at Creative Talent Company; all my love to Leigha, Mum, Dad, Erin, and Arden! Follow me on Instagram: @rowan. s.v  

Dylan S. Wallach

Roger Davies, Farmer, Ensemble

Broadway: Leopoldstadt , Betrayal . Off-Broadway: Love, Love, Love, Pope . National Tour: Beautiful . Regional: Windfall , Grease . TV/Film: We Crashed , A Spectacular Holiday , Mannies (Creator/Writer). Carnegie Mellon University. Thank you to the creative team and cast. Love to my family, my wife Sarah, and my agents at TalentWorks. @DSWallach

Kristopher Stanley Ward

Richard Bullock/Club Announcer/Ensemble

Kristopher Stanley Ward (Richard Bullock/Club Announcer/Ensemble) is thrilled to be returning to the road! Tours: Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, 1st Nat’l (Drifter), Shrek The Musical, North American (Understudy Donkey). Selected Theatre/NYC Workshops; In The Heights (Oregon Caberet Theatre), Hairspray (TUTS & FST), Xanadu (Stages Repertory Theatre), Sueños: Our American Musical (OSF Workshop & NYC EP). Special thanks to the creative team, casting, Pantera/Murphy The Agency & my Ward Family. Instagram: @iamkristopherward

Sir Brock Warren

Sir Brock is grateful to be here with TINA —The Tina Turner Musical.   Select credits: Paradise Square (Broadway); Ain’t Too Proud: The Life & Times of the Temptations (Broadway); Oliver!  (Encores City Center); The Harder They Come  (The Public Off Bway); Summer: The Donna Summer Musical (1st Nat); Radio City Christmas Spectacular ;  Dundu Dole Urban African Ballet; and   In The Heights ( Warner Bros).  Education: MBA, MS, BFA Connect: @only1sirbrock Agent: CTG 

Gerard M Williams

Raymond/Ensemble

Gerard M Williams (Raymond/Ensemble) Grateful to join the Tina Family, Music Education: Berklee College of Music, Broadway World Regional Nominee for Best actor in a musical. Served as Musical Administrator at The River Church in Durham NC. National Tours: The Color Purple(Grady) My Fair Lady (loverly quartet). Regional shows: Ragtime(Coalhouse)The Scottsboro Boys, Dreamgirls(Wayne/Frank) Jesus Christ Superstar, Assassins (Proprietor), Sister Act. Cruises: Celebrity Cruises Instagram @gmonwilliams

TINA TURNER. With a career that has spanned more than half a century, the legendary rock performer Tina Turner is one of the world’s best-selling artists of all time. She first rose to fame in the 1960s partnering with her then-husband Ike Turner, achieving great acclaim for their live performances and catalogue of hits. Later, Turner enjoyed an international solo career with her 1984 album Private Dancer earning her widespread recognition and numerous awards including three Grammys. She went on to deliver more chart-topping albums and hits, receiving a further eight Grammy Awards and reportedly selling more concert tickets than any other solo performer in history. The revered singer was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1991 and again as a solo artist in 2021. She is often voted as one of the most successful female rock ‘n’ roll artists of all time.

Katori Hall

KATORI HALL ( Book ) Memphis native Katori Hall is a Pulitzer Prize and Olivier Award-winning playwright. Her works include The Mountaintop, Hurt Village, Our Lady of Kibeho and The Hot Wing King , which premiered in Spring 2020 at the Signature Theatre, rounding out her three-play residency.  She is also the creator and EP of the hit TV drama “P-VALLEY,” which will return in 2022. Hall is a proud member of the Ron Brown Scholar Program and the Coca-Cola Scholar Program.

Frank Ketelaar & Kees Prins

FRANK KETELAAR AND KEES PRINS (Book) Playwrights Ketelaar and Prins have enjoyed award-winning success such as the smash hit bio-musical Hij Gelooft in Mij, which ran for three years in Amsterdam. They also collaborated on the Prix Europa and International Emmy Award-winning feature film De Uitverkorene.

Phyllida Lloyd

PHYLLIDA LLOYD (Director) Donmar all-female Shakespeare trilogy (London and St. Ann’s Warehouse), The Taming of the Shrew (The Public Theater at the Delacorte), Mary Stuart (Donmar Warehouse, Apollo and Broadway; Tony nomination), Josephine and I (Bush Theatre/Joe’s Pub). Mamma Mia! (London, Broadway, worldwide), The Ancient Mariner (BAM). Film: Mamma Mia! (Universal), The Iron Lady (Pathe/DJ Films), “Gloriana A Film” (Illuminations, International Emmy), Herself (Element Pictures). Opera: in London, Paris, Copenhagen, Tokyo, Barcelona, Toronto.

Anthony Van Laast

Choreographer

ANTHONY VAN LAAST ( Choreographer ) Mamma Mia ! (worldwide; Dora Mavor Moore Award), Sister Act (worldwide, Olivier nomination), Side Show (Broadway), Bombay Dreams (Tony nomination, Drama Desk nomination), Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (worldwide, Olivier nomination), Andrew Lloyd Webber‘s Song and Dance (Green Room Award). Concerts: Cher, Kate Bush, Sarah Brightman. Films: Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again, Beauty and the Beast, Mamma Mia!; Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Awarded the CBE by the Queen for services to dance.

Mark Thompson

Set & Costume Designer

Awards/nominations: two Critics Circle Awards, five Olivier Awards and seven Tony Award nominations. Theatre in NYC: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory; The Taming of the Shrew; Mamma Mia!; A Raisin in the Sun (set only); Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat; God of Carnage; Life (x) 3; Bombay Dreams; Art; Follies (set only); La Bête; One Man, Two Guvnors; The Blue Room; Arcadia. Opera at The Met: The Queen of Spades, Macbeth.

NICHOLAS SKILBECK

Original Music Supervision, Arrangements, and Additional Music

Recent work includes Tina (London, Hamburg). Olivier-nominated for his work on Follies. West End Olivier Award-winning productions: Follies, Gypsy, Sweeney Todd, Hairspray and Billy Elliot. Other credits include Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (West End, Broadway) and musical director for Kate Bush: Before the Dawn at the Hammersmith Apollo. Compositions: Quand la Guerre Sera Finie. Books: The Singing and Acting Handbook – Games and Exercises for the Performer.

Lighting Designer

BRUNO POET (Lighting Design) is an Olivier and Knight of Illumination award-winning lighting designer working throughout the world in theatre, opera, live music, dance and events. Notable New York productions include Bjork’s Cornucopia (The Shed), Akhnaten (Metropolitan Opera), Miss Saigon (Broadway & U.S. tour), Sigur Rós (Radio City Music Hall and Madison Square Garden), Other Stories ( City Ballet), Apollo 11 (U.S. tour).

Nevin Steinberg

Sound Designer

NEVIN STEINBERG ( Sound Design ) Broadway: Hadestown (Tony Award), Hamilton, Dear Evan Hansen, The Cher Show, Bandstand, Bright Star, It Shoulda Been You, Mothers and Sons, Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella (Tony nomination), The Performers, Magic/Bird . Over 30 Broadway productions with Acme Sound Partners and five additional Tony nominations: The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess, Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo, Fences, Hair, In the Heights.

Projection Designer

JEFF SUGG ( Projection Design ) an award-winning and Tony nominated designer with over 20 years in the performing arts. His work ranges from experimental to classical to Broadway. Credits include Broadway: All My Sons, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Sweat, Bring It On, 33 Variations . West End: Tina . Music: Fire in My Mouth (NY Philharmonic), Anthracite Fields (Julia Wolfe’s Pulitzer Prize-winning piece), Prince’s final appearance on “SNL.”

Campbell Young Associates

Hair, Wigs & Make Up Designer

CAMPBELL YOUNG ASSOCIATES ( Hair, Wigs & Makeup Design ) Broadway:  To Kill A Mockingbird; Carousel; Hello, Dolly!; Groundhog Day; Head Over Heels . West End/Broadway:  Company, Tina – The Tina Turner Musical  (DD Award for Outstanding Wig & Hair Design ), A Christmas Carol, The Ferryman, Jerusalem, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda, Ghost, Billy Elliot . West End:  Back To The Future, Cinderella, Anything Goes, Leopoldstadt . TV: “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” “Downton Abbey.”

Alvin Hough Jr.

Music Director

Broadway: Once On This Island, The Color Purple, Motown, Scandalous. National Tours: Memphis, Dreamgirls. Off-Broadway: Working, Hercules, Big River. TV/Film: “Dear Evan Hansen,” “Pose,” “Tick, Tick,…Boom!”, “Vivo”. Originally from DC, Alvin also has two degrees in meteorology from Harvard and Georgia Tech. He sends love to his wife, Rebecca, and their children, Samuel and Camille. www.alvinhoughjr.com

Orchestrator

ETHAN POPP (Orchestrations) 2014 Grammy Award nomination ( Motown the Musical ), 2013 Tony Award nomination ( Motown , Best Orchestrations), 2021 Tony Award nomination ( Tina ). Theatre : Mrs. Doubtfire, Back to the Future, School of Rock, Hedwig, Rock of Ages, Tarzan, We Will Rock You, Aida , others. Upcoming: Bob Fosse’s Dancin’ . Television: “Last Week Tonight,” “Smash,” others. Film: Bohemian Rhapsody, The Greatest Showman . Love to Vanessa and AJP! www.ethanpopp.com

Dani Lee Hutch

National Tours:  Wicked . Other Credits:  SIX (Norwegian Cruise Lines), Scarlet Pimpernel (CLOC), Gentlemen’s Guide (LaComedia).  MM in Music Direction for Theatre (ASU). Much love to Mom, Dad, and Mr. Bennet!  Soli Deo Gloria.

THE TELSEY OFFICE

THE TELSEY OFFICE ( Casting ) With offices in both New York and Los Angeles, The Telsey Office casts for theater, film, television, and commercials. The Telsey Office is dedicated to creating safe, equitable, and anti-racist spaces through collaboration, artistry, heart, accountability, and advocacy.

Stacy N. Taylor

Production Stage Manager

STAGE ENTERTAINMENT

STAGE ENTERTAINMENT ( Producer ), founded in 1998 and attracting 7 million visitors in 2019, is a first-class theatrical production company focusing on musical theatre in Europe. It owns and operates a network of 16 theatres where it produces some of the best-known musicals titles developed by international partners and its creative teams, such as The Lion King, Mamma Mia! and Aladdin . Stage Entertainment also creates original own premium content, such as Anastasia and ‘TINA’ . The company operates in the Netherlands, Germany, Spain, France, Italy, on West End in London, UK and on Broadway in New York, US. For more information: www.stage-entertainment.com

TALI PELMAN

TALI PELMAN ( Producer ) is Group Creative Managing Director for Stage Entertainment, responsible for its creative and original content globally across the group and producing a new development slate, of which TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is the first international title to enter production.  Tali joined Stage Entertainment following more than a decade of producing plays and musicals in the West End and on Broadway independently and as producer for the Ambassador Theatre Group.   A special thank you to my husband and our children, Orion and Anouk.

JAMES L. NEDERLANDER

JAMES L. NEDERLANDER President of Nederlander Organization, and son of the late James M. Nederlander. Broadway: To Kill a Mockingbird; The Band’s Visit ; Mean Girls ; My Fair Lady ; Escape to Margaritaville ; On Your Feet! ; The Humans ; Meteor Shower ; The Elephant Man starring Bradley Cooper; I’ll Eat You Last starring Bette Midler ; Kinky Boots ; West Side Story ; Next to Normal; The 25 th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee; Movin’ Out; as well as many others. Mr. Nederlander has also promoted hundreds of concerts, from Adele to Robin Williams, Billy Joel, U2, and Pink Floyd.

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Twenty Four Seven (2000)

The Twenty Four Seven Tour became the highest grossing tour in 2000 with 95 concerts in North America and 21 open air shows in Europe. It's a retrospective of Tina's career, including her first hit single from 1960 with A Fool In Love , which she didn’t performed for a quarter of a century. Additionally, she added some of her favorite R&B hits like „I Heard It Through the Grapevine“ and „Sittin On The Dock Of A Bay“. After 16 years, when Tina was the opening act for Lionel Richie's Can’t Slow Down Tour in 1984, Lionel was the opening act at the North American leg of this tour, while John Fogerty was the opening act at selected dates in Europe. Tina and John used this opportunity for an unique performance of Proud Mary together at London’s Wembley Arena. Actually, Tina planned a greatest hits album and an elaborate co-headlining tour with Elton John in 1999. But during the rehearsals for the VH-1 special Divas Live , Tina wasn’t happy with the band, stopped everyone from playing and instructed John how to play Proud Mary . Elton went into a rage about it, which he apologized for later. Because of this, Tina canceled all common activities and decided with her manager Roger Davies to record her final studio album Twenty Four Seven in London and to go on tour by herself. The only concert together was the Millennium Show in Las Vegas on December 30, 1999. But unlike previously planned, Tina opened the show alone and Elton followed her with his own set. To promote the tour in England, Parlophone Records released a Millenium Tour promo sampler, featuring two live songs from the Celebrate! special and some 'greatest hits' songs. For the second leg in North America, Target released the album All That Glitters and a commercial with the exclusive song „Baby I’m A Star“ from Prince.

Opening Night : March 23, 2000 / Minneapolis (USA) Closing Night : December 6, 2000 / Annaheim (USA) Regions : North America, Europe Concerts : 120+ Visitors : 2.4 Mio. Home Video :  One Last Time  (2000) Opening Acts : Lionel Richie (North America, UK) / John Fogerty (Europe) / Janice Robinson (North America) / Joe Cocker (Europe, North America)

• Work Like You Don’t Need The Money
• I Want To Take You Higher
• Absolutely Nothing’s Changed
• A Fool In Love
• River Deep, Mountain High
• We Don’t Need Another Hero
• Better Be Good To Me
• Private Dancer
• Let’s Stay Together
• What’s Love Got To Do With It
• When The Heartache Is Over
• Baby, I’m A Star
• Whatever You Need
• Sitin’ On The Dock Of The Bay
• Try A Little Tenderness
• I Heard It Through The Grapevine
• Steamy Windows
• Addicted To Love
• Nutbush City Limits
• Twenty Four Seven

There are at least three different program books available. The first American book (40 pages) comes with a plastic cover with the logo of the tour. It features many promotional pictures, as well as some from the birthday special  Celebrate!  and the San Remo Festival in 2000, where Tina and her girl’s performed  Whatever You Need . The European book (38 pages) replaced some promo pictures with live shoots from the American concerts and many other pictures from the collage pages. For the second American leg (40 pages), they changed the front and back cover and added additional live pictures. Also the credits and the pictures with the band and girl’s changed between the different books.

Stacy Campbell: Vocals / Joel Campbell: Piano, Keyboards, Vocals / Jack Bruno: Drums / James Ralston: Guitar, Vocals / Solange Geniere: Dancer / John Miles: Guitar, Vocals, Harmonica / Ivona Brnelic: Dancer / Ollie Marland: Keyboards, Vocals / Clare Louise Burton: Dancer / Euge Groove: Saxophone, Percussion, Keyboards / Gloria Reuben: Vocals (first US leg) / Warren J. McRae: Bass / Lisa Fisher: Vocals (Europe & second US leg)

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The singer performs at London's Wembley Stadium on what she calls her final concert tour. Songs includes "You Better Be Good to Me," "What's Love Got to Do with It," "Private Dancer," "Nutbush City Limits" and "Proud Mary."

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Tina Turner Backup Dancers Names

Tina Turner is a legendary singer known for her powerful voice and electrifying performances. Throughout her iconic career, she has been supported by a talented team of backup dancers who have helped bring her music to life on stage. In this article, we will explore the names of Tina Turner’s backup dancers and share 8 interesting facts about them.

1. Richard Peters

Richard Peters was one of Tina Turner’s most famous backup dancers. He first joined her on tour in the 1980s and quickly became a fan favorite with his energetic dance moves and charismatic stage presence. Peters continued to dance with Turner for many years, helping to elevate her live performances to new heights.

2. Karla Jordan

Karla Jordan is another backup dancer who has worked closely with Tina Turner over the years. Known for her incredible talent and versatility, Jordan has been a key part of Turner’s live shows, bringing a dynamic and engaging presence to the stage.

3. Cesar De La Rosa

Cesar De La Rosa is a backup dancer who has also shared the stage with Tina Turner. With his impressive dance skills and magnetic personality, De La Rosa has helped to enhance Turner’s performances and create unforgettable moments for audiences around the world.

4. Karen Evans

Karen Evans is a backup dancer who has been a part of Tina Turner’s touring team for many years. With her precision and grace on stage, Evans has been an essential part of Turner’s live shows, adding a touch of elegance and flair to each performance.

5. Freddie Hendricks

Freddie Hendricks is a backup dancer who has worked with Tina Turner on several occasions. Known for his dynamic dance moves and infectious energy, Hendricks has helped to bring Turner’s music to life on stage, captivating audiences with his incredible talent.

6. Lisa Cates

Lisa Cates is another backup dancer who has been a part of Tina Turner’s live shows. With her exceptional dance skills and stage presence, Cates has added a touch of glamour and excitement to Turner’s performances, helping to create unforgettable moments for fans.

7. Tony Fields

Tony Fields was a backup dancer who had the privilege of working with Tina Turner during her iconic Private Dancer Tour in the 1980s. With his incredible dance skills and charismatic stage presence, Fields helped to elevate Turner’s live shows to new heights, creating electrifying performances that left audiences in awe.

8. LeJeune Richardson

LeJeune Richardson is a backup dancer who has also had the opportunity to work with Tina Turner. With his dynamic dance moves and engaging stage presence, Richardson has been a key part of Turner’s live shows, helping to create memorable moments for fans around the world.

Now that we have explored the names of Tina Turner’s backup dancers, let’s delve into 8 interesting facts about them:

1. Many of Tina Turner’s backup dancers have backgrounds in various dance styles, including jazz, ballet, hip-hop, and contemporary dance. This diverse range of talents helps to create dynamic and engaging performances on stage.

2. Tina Turner’s backup dancers undergo rigorous training and rehearsals to ensure that they are well-prepared for each live show. This dedication and hard work are evident in their performances, which are always polished and professional.

3. Some of Tina Turner’s backup dancers have gone on to have successful careers in the entertainment industry, working with other artists and appearing in music videos, TV shows, and movies.

4. Tina Turner’s backup dancers often play a crucial role in helping to bring her music to life on stage, adding a visual element to her performances that complements her powerful vocals and energetic stage presence.

5. The choreography for Tina Turner’s live shows is carefully crafted to showcase the talents of her backup dancers and create visually stunning performances that captivate audiences.

6. Tina Turner values the contributions of her backup dancers and often praises them for their hard work and dedication. She has developed strong bonds with many of her dancers over the years, creating a supportive and collaborative working environment.

7. Tina Turner’s backup dancers often travel with her on tour, performing in cities around the world and experiencing the excitement of live performances in front of adoring fans.

8. The energy and enthusiasm of Tina Turner’s backup dancers help to create a vibrant and electrifying atmosphere at her live shows, making each performance a memorable and unforgettable experience for audiences.

Now, let’s explore 15 common questions about Tina Turner’s backup dancers, along with their answers:

1. How did Tina Turner first meet her backup dancers?

Tina Turner often holds auditions to find talented dancers who can bring her music to life on stage. Many of her backup dancers have been selected through these auditions or through recommendations from other dancers in the industry.

2. What qualities does Tina Turner look for in her backup dancers?

Tina Turner values dancers who are talented, hardworking, and dedicated to their craft. She looks for performers who can bring energy, passion, and charisma to the stage, enhancing her live shows and creating memorable moments for audiences.

3. How do Tina Turner’s backup dancers prepare for live performances?

Tina Turner’s backup dancers undergo rigorous training and rehearsals to ensure that they are well-prepared for each live show. They work closely with choreographers to learn the choreography and perfect their dance moves, creating polished and professional performances on stage.

4. What is it like to tour with Tina Turner as a backup dancer?

Touring with Tina Turner as a backup dancer is an exciting and rewarding experience. Dancers have the opportunity to travel to different cities around the world, perform in front of thousands of fans, and be a part of the magic of live music performances.

5. Do Tina Turner’s backup dancers have opportunities to showcase their individual talents?

Yes, Tina Turner’s backup dancers often have opportunities to showcase their individual talents during live performances. They may have solo moments on stage, perform duets or group numbers, and show off their dance skills and versatility to audiences.

6. How do Tina Turner’s backup dancers contribute to her live shows?

Tina Turner’s backup dancers play a crucial role in helping to bring her music to life on stage. They add a visual element to her performances, complementing her powerful vocals and energetic stage presence with dynamic dance moves and engaging performances.

7. Have any of Tina Turner’s backup dancers gone on to have successful careers in the entertainment industry?

Yes, many of Tina Turner’s backup dancers have gone on to have successful careers in the entertainment industry. Some have worked with other artists, appeared in music videos, TV shows, and movies, and continued to pursue their passion for dance and performance.

8. How does Tina Turner show appreciation for her backup dancers?

Tina Turner values the contributions of her backup dancers and often praises them for their hard work and dedication. She creates a supportive and collaborative working environment, fostering strong bonds with her dancers and recognizing their talent and commitment.

9. What is the rehearsal process like for Tina Turner’s backup dancers?

Tina Turner’s backup dancers undergo rigorous training and rehearsals to prepare for live performances. They work closely with choreographers to learn the choreography, perfect their dance moves, and ensure that they are well-prepared for each show.

10. How do Tina Turner’s backup dancers bring energy to her live performances?

Tina Turner’s backup dancers bring energy and enthusiasm to her live performances, creating a vibrant and electrifying atmosphere on stage. Their dynamic dance moves and engaging performances help to enhance the overall experience for audiences, making each show a memorable and unforgettable experience.

11. What is the relationship like between Tina Turner and her backup dancers?

Tina Turner has developed strong bonds with many of her backup dancers over the years, creating a supportive and collaborative working relationship. She values their talent and dedication, and often praises them for their hard work and contributions to her live shows.

12. How do Tina Turner’s backup dancers handle the pressure of performing live?

Tina Turner’s backup dancers are seasoned professionals who are used to performing in front of large audiences. They are well-prepared for the demands of live performances and work together as a team to create polished and professional shows that captivate audiences.

13. What sets Tina Turner’s backup dancers apart from other performers?

Tina Turner’s backup dancers are known for their talent, versatility, and dedication to their craft. They bring energy, passion, and charisma to the stage, enhancing Turner’s live performances and creating unforgettable moments for audiences around the world.

14. How do Tina Turner’s backup dancers support each other on tour?

Tina Turner’s backup dancers work together as a team to create dynamic and engaging performances on stage. They support each other during rehearsals and live shows, helping to create a positive and collaborative working environment that fosters creativity and excellence.

15. What is the most rewarding part of being a backup dancer for Tina Turner?

Being a backup dancer for Tina Turner is a rewarding and exciting experience. Dancers have the opportunity to travel the world, perform in front of adoring fans, and be a part of the magic of live music performances. They contribute to creating unforgettable moments for audiences and help to bring Tina Turner’s music to life on stage.

In conclusion, Tina Turner’s backup dancers play a crucial role in helping to bring her music to life on stage. With their talent, energy, and dedication, they enhance Turner’s live performances and create memorable and electrifying shows that captivate audiences around the world. Their contributions are essential to the success of Turner’s live shows, adding a visual element that complements her powerful vocals and dynamic stage presence. The names of Tina Turner’s backup dancers may vary over the years, but their impact on her live performances remains timeless and unforgettable.

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Tina Turner's kids: All about her 4 children, including 2 late sons

Tina Turner is known for her decades of dynamic stage performances and her compelling story of personal triumph after hardship. But the queen of rock ‘n’ roll was also a mom of four.

The "What's Love Got to Do With It" singer, whose death at 83 was announced May 24, shared one biological son, Ronnie Turner, with ex-husband and former bandmate Ike Turner.

She also adopted two of the musician's sons from a previous relationship and shared a fourth son, Craig Turner, with musician Raymond Hill, whom Ike Turner later adopted.

The Grammy winner was preceded in death by her biological sons. Craig Turner died in 2018 and Ronnie Turner died in December 2022. Speaking to TODAY.com in 2021, Turner called their births some of her happiest moments.

Tina Turner is survived by her partner of nearly 40 years, German music producer  Erwin Bach .

Craig Turner

Prior to her marriage to Ike Turner, 18-year-old Tina Turner, born Anna Mae Bullock, welcomed her first child, a son named Craig, with musician Raymond Hill, who played the saxophone in Ike Turner's band, the Kings of Rhythm.

Tina Turner and Ike Turner  later became a couple and started a family of their own, with Ike Turner eventually adopting Craig.

The "Private Dancer" singer wrote about her relationship with Ike Turner, accusing him of physical abuse, in her 1986 memoir, “I, Tina.” The abusive marriage was later depicted in the 1993 movie “What’s Love Got To Do With It,” starring Angela Bassett. The pair divorced in 1978.

Their father, Ike Turner, admitted in his 1999 autobiography, “Takin’ Back My Name: The Confessions of Ike Turner,” that he had “slapped” Tina Turner but “never beat her.” He died in 2007 .

In a 2005  interview with Oprah Winfrey , Turner described her son Craig as “a very emotional kid” who struggled with seeing his mother abused.

“He’d always look down in sadness,” Turner recalled. “One day when Ike was fighting me, Craig knocked on the door and said, ‘Mother, are you all right?’ I thought, ‘Oh, please, don’t beat me at home.’ I didn’t want my children to hear.”

Craig Turner went on to become a real estate agent in California. He died of an apparent suicide in July 2018.

Following her eldest son's death, Tina Turner tweeted a photo of herself on a boat, dropping a red rose into the water. Her husband stands with his arms around her. In the caption, Turner revealed that she had scattered his ashes off the California coast.

“My saddest moment as a mother. On Thursday, July 19, 2018, I said my final goodbye to my son, Craig Raymond Turner, when I gathered with family and friends to scatter his ashes off the coast of California. He was fifty-nine when he died so tragically, but he will always be my baby,” she wrote.

“Craig was a troubled soul,” Turner wrote in her 2018 memoir, "My Love Story."

“I can still see him as a little boy, no more than two or three, wanting so badly to sit with me when I came home from a tour, but being told by Ike to go to his room. I’m sure in his little mind he didn’t have any words to explain how much he wanted his mother ... it wasn’t my choice.”

Ronnie Turner

Tina Turner and Ike Turner shared one biological son, Ronnie Turner, who followed his parents into music. Ronnie Turner was a bass player and was in the band Manufactured Funk.

The "Private Dancer" singer announced Ronnie Turner's death at age 62 in a December 2022 Instagram post , writing that he had “left the world far too early."

“In sorrow I close my eyes and think of you, my beloved son,” she wrote.

Ronnie Turner died from complications of metastatic colon carcinoma , according to a report by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner.

His widow, French singer Afida Turner, paid tribute to Tina Turner on Instagram after learning of the music icon's death. "Rest in peace mother in law. With Ronnie and Craig," she wrote.

Ike Turner Jr. and Michael Turner

Ike Turner has two sons from a former relationship, Ike Jr. and Michael Turner.

Tina Turner later adopted both children as her own but reportedly had little contact with them after her split with her ex-husband.

“I’ve tried to call my mother at her management’s offices. They take a message. I’ve called a good 10 to 15 times, but I’ve never heard from her. I know she’s busy, but I don’t know why she hasn’t called. I love her, she brought me up, she’s my mother," Ike Turner Jr., who is also a musician, told  Spin  in 1985. In 2018, he told the Mail on Sunday they hadn't been in contact since 2000.

In 2018, Tina Turner told  The Sunday Times that “as an old person, I have forgiven (Ike), but I would not work with him."

She added, "He asked for one more tour with me, and I said, ‘No, absolutely not.’ Ike wasn’t someone you could forgive and allow him back in. It’s all gone, all forgotten."

Gina Vivinetto is a writer for TODAY.com.

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Known for her amazing singing voice and charisma on stage, here we bring you everything you need to know about the incredible Tina Turner.

American-born singer Tina Turner was known as the 'Queen of Rock 'n' Roll', and first found fame as the lead singer of the duo Ike & Tina Turner, before launching a massively successful career as a solo artist.

Tina began her career with Ike Turner's Kings of Rhythm in 1957, and first appeared on record under the name Little Ann. Following her split from Ike in the 1970s, she launched what became known as "one of the greatest comebacks in music history".

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Her 1984 multi-platinum album Private Dancer was a big hit around the world, and she quickly became one of the best-selling artists of all time.

Tina also acted in the films Tommy , Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome and Last Action Hero, and her 1993 biopic What's Love Got to Do with It , brought her story to even more fans.

She sold over 100 million records, earned 12 Grammy Awards nominations, three Grammy Hall of Fame awards, and a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. She was also the first black artist and the first female to be on the cover of Rolling Stone .

When and where was Tina Turner born?

Tina Turner was born on November 26, 1939 in Brownsville, Tennessee. She marked her 83rd birthday in 2022.

Her parents Floyd and Zelma Bullock, who worked as sharecroppers, separated in the early '50s and Tina went to live with her grandmother in Nutbush, Tennessee.

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When she was 16 she moved to St Louis, Missouri where in 1956 she met Ike Turner and started performing with his band Kings of Rhythm.

Tina Turner passed away at the age of 83 on May 24, 2023.

What was Tina Turner's real name?

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Tina Turner's real name was Anna Mae Bullock.

She started out performing under the name Little Ann, until her partner Ike Turner persuaded her to change it to Tina Turner when they performed together as the Ike & Tina Turner Revue.

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Rumour has it that Ike trademarked the name so that he could replace her with another singer if she ever decided to stop performing with the band.

What are Tina Turner's most famous songs?

After breaking away from her relationship with Ike and launching herself as a solo singer, her 1984 album Private Dancer became a worldwide hit.

Selling over 20 million copies and earning Tina three Grammy Awards, the song 'What's Love Got To Do With It' put her on the map.

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Other signature songs by Tina include a cover of the Bonnie Tyler hit ' The Best (Simply The Best) ' in 1989, ' Proud Mary ' and ' River Deep-Mountain High '.

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Tina Turner sold 200 million records throughout her career and she is reportedly has earned a net worth of $270 million.

Tina retired in 2007 after her last tour, telling Gayle King in June 2019 , “I got on that plane … I took a deep breath, and I said, ‘It’s over.’ I really felt like it’s over. And I’m glad it’s over. And I went home.”

Who was Tina Turner's husband and did she have any children?

Tina Turner was married to Ike Turner for 16 years until they divorced in 1978.

The couple had two biological sons Ronald Renelle Turner and Craig Raymond Turner and Tina adopted two of Ike's other children Ike Turner Jr. and Michael Turner and raised them as her own.

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Tragically, Craig Turner was found dead in June 2018 when he was 59 years old.

In 2022, her son Ronnie died aged 62 .

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Tina was been in a relationship with German-born Erwin Bach since 1986, when he was sent by record label EMI to collect the star at Heathrow Airport.

After 27 years together, Tina and Erwin married in a civil ceremony on the banks of Lake Zurich in Switzerland in July 2013.

What illness did Tina Turner have?

In 2018, Tina Turner revealed in her 2018 book My Love Story that she had suffered life-threatening health issues in recent years.

In 2013, three weeks after her wedding to Erwin Bach, she had a stroke, and needed to learn to walk again.

In 2016, she was diagnosed with intestinal cancer. She had homoeopathic remedies to treat her high blood pressure, which led to damage to her kidneys and kidney failure. Her chances of receiving a kidney were low, and she was told to start dialysis treatment.

Later, Bach offered to donate a kidney for her transplant, and Tina had kidney transplant surgery on April 7, 2017.

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36 of Tina Turner’s Most Iconic Style Moments

So many incredible sequined stage looks.

Her great sense of style also bled into her everyday dressing, where she was frequently photographed in lovable looks, ranging from chic airport ensembles to leather-clad party outfits. In other words, Turner was a fashion icon.

The music superstar died in 2023 at age 83, but her talent and style will be remembered for years to come. Ahead, we take a look at some of her most iconic style moments through the decades.

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1961: Performing in Texas

The singer sported a strappy white beaded dress with matching pumps during a performance in Texas. Her side-parted hair and cocktail ring tied the look together.

1964: Photo Session

How fun is this look? Turner laughed in a picture-perfect green printed dress while doing a photo session in Dallas. The ensemble featured a ruched chiffon hem and a simple silver bracelet.

1964: Gilded in Gold

She looked gorgeous in a gilded gold gown while belting out a song during an early ’60s performance with then-husband Ike Turner . Her matching gold kitten heels were the cherry on top.

1966: Gingham Print

Could Turner have been any cooler? For a TV recording, the singer rocked a gingham printed black and white blazer with oversized sunnies, metallic pearl nail polish, and simple jewelry.

1968: With the Ikettes

Turner poses for a photo with Ike Turner and the Ikettes in a ruffled look. Meanwhile, the dancers sported mock neck sequined mini dresses with block-heeled pumps.

1969: With Janis

She took the stage with Janis Joplin in a velvety number paired with layered pearls.

1970: Backstage at the Apollo

She kept the looks coming when she was snapped backstage at the Apollo Theater in New York City wearing a sleek two-piece set with an oversized leather bag and a lightweight plaid coat.

1970: The Ed Sullivan Show

The singer’s incredible stage costumes only get better from here, such as this fringed mini dress she styled with embroidered mules.

1973: In Concert

Turner wore another fringed look while performing on ABC’s In Concert series. This outfit included a dress with a beaded cut-out bodice with a swingy red hem.

1976: Landed in London

Turner had airport style down to an art. She’s pictured arriving with Ike Turner at London’s Heathrow Airport in a tailored blazer, matching trousers, and pointed leather boots. Her oversized black handbag and floppy hat cemented this look as one of her best on-the-go outfits.

1977: A Winged Costume

Turner donned an iconic winged costume for a photo shoot in Los Angeles. The legendary Bob Mackie designed the creation, which included a daring sequined one-piece and pleated wings.

1977: A Flower and a Fedora

Turner struck a pose in a white three-piece suit worn with a black blouse, pastel pink tie, and banded fedora. The pink floral pin added a dimension of femininity to the ensemble.

1979: Tiger Stripes

She performed on stage in the late ’70s in a sequin-dotted tiger print blouse styled with shiny high-waisted pants.

1981: With Grace Jones

She even looked stylish in loungewear. Turner rocked a bright white sweatpants set with Grace Jones at The Ritz Hotel in New York City.

1982: 24th Annual Grammy Awards

Turner arrived at the 24 th Annual Grammy Awards in a deep green belted dress styled with a basketweave clutch and an oversized gray fur coat.

1984: At Home

Turner did a photo shoot at home in a belted light blue romper with white ballet flats and a pair of periwinkle-hued drop earrings. Her deep red lip and scarlet nails provided the perfect amount of detail to the laid-back look.

1984: MTV Video Music Awards

For the MTV Video Music Awards, Turner sported teased hair, a gray tweed overcoat, a silky striped blouse, and plenty of chunky jewelry.

1985: With Lionel Richie

She sang a duet with Lionel Richie in a beaded rouge-hued mini dress with a plunging neckline. Her pearl drop earrings were something else.

1985: 12 th Annual American Music Awards

Turner opted for an embroidered floral above-the-knee-length dress for the American Music Awards in 1985. The look showcased a flouncy ruffled hem, all-over beading, and an interesting neckline.

1985: Winning Duo

Turner celebrated her Grammy wins wearing a sequined black, silver, and blue look.

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‘Tina: The Tina Turner Musical’ is a cheetah-print-clad example of Broadway’s obsession with jukebox musicals

It turns out not even loud fabrics, louder voices, flashy strobe lights and muscular legs could save this show from falling into the category of yet another largely forgettable jukebox musical..

Content warning: This story contains reference to domestic violence and drug abuse. 

Broadway lurches toward an unfortunate trend of unoriginality,  producing mainly shows based on already existing material like movies, books and, in the case of “Tina: The Tina Turner Musical,” iconic musicians. One is left to wonder: do shows like these merit existence, or are they merely cash grabs designed to lure us in through nostalgia?

This was the question on my mind as the curtain rose on “Tina: The Tina Turner Musical,” at the Overture Center for the Arts .

“Tina” is a jukebox musical that features the iconic discography of the artist while telling the story of her tumultuous rise to fame. 

A jukebox musical is a show that consists primarily of already existing pop music, such as Mamma Mia! or Moulin Rouge! In addition to their use of an exclamation point in the title, these shows share the quality of being the most well-known examples of the genre. 

Transparently, I knew very little about the life of our show’s subject prior to the performance. This lack of knowledge kept me engaged, especially as the show shifted through the distinct decades of Tina’s life. 

The 1960s were represented with “Shake a Tailfeather,'' a highpoint of the show as Tina, her sister Alline and their Mod girlfriends got ready for a night out in St. Louis, finding the perfect outfits, styling their hair and of course, partaking in elaborate group choreography. 

Tina’s Vegas residency was brought to life through “Disco Inferno,” a number that felt like the 1970s to a T, with backup singers wearing flared white jumpsuits and a remarkably powerful disco ball that bathed the theater in its light. “What’s Love Got to Do With It” rounded the decades out, in a performance just as big and beautiful as Tina’s classic 1980s hairdo. 

Due to the nature of Tina’s early life, the show does contain serious subject matter such as familial abandonment, domestic violence and drug abuse. These topics are essential to a retelling of Tina’s life, and their inclusion was intended to demonstrate her strength and resilience. 

But I am not sure  the audience's reaction reflected this fact. The crowd erupted with cheers when Tina had to take physical action against her abusive husband and music partner, a reaction that felt tonally inappropriate.  

It was clear to me the writers had somehow missed the mark in portraying how this situation truly affected Tina. I believe  this was partially due to the minimal insight into the singer’s inner dialogue throughout the show. We heard about how this abuse affected her mother, and even her tour manager, but we never really heard about it from Tina herself. 

Amid the more harrowing details of her life, a shining light persisted throughout the show’s narrative: dedication to celebrating the tradition of Black musicians. 

Far too often, Black musicians are overlooked in the industry’s history. It was both refreshing and beautiful to see “Tina” fully embrace this aspect of the singer's identity through the costumes, casting and dialogue. Each piece made it apparent the creative team behind Tina set out to center the show around Blackness in a way that was surely powerful and important to audience members.

So, who do you enlist to capture the essence of such a distinct beloved figure in music history? The answer, I found during Tuesday’s performance, was Zurin Villanueva. 

Villanueva blew the audience away with powerhouse vocals that made my throat sore just listening to them and kicks so high that, at times, it felt like they could reach me in the theater’s upper circle. She accomplished all this while showcasing a rather convincing Tina, which particularly shined in her performances of “River Deep – Mountain High” and “Proud Mary.” 

Other cast highlights included Symphony King, who played young Anna Mae. King shocked the audience when she opened her tiny mouth and effortlessly filled the Overture Center with her expertly executed riffs.

Although the cast’s renditions were beautiful, I couldn’t help but wish they had material to perform outside the constraints of the jukebox genre. With artist-based musicals like “Tina,” performers are shoehorned into doing note-for-note impressions of material  we’ve already seen on that stage, and can readily access thanks to the internet. 

Zurin Villanueva performing 'Higher' Photo by Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade.

The show’s set design also left something to be desired, using an underwhelming screen-based approach that even Villanueva's vocals couldn’t quite distract from. 

At its best, the screen helped sell the ambiance of a 1980s Tina Turner arena tour, but, at its worst, which was unfortunately for a majority of the show, it made me feel like I was trapped inside of a lava lamp.

Despite this qualm with the production, I cannot deny that the last scene of “Tina” is breathtaking, filled with strobe lights, simulated sparks and a scenic layout that rightfully showcased the band. If only they could have pulled out these bells and whistles earlier in the runtime. 

At the end of the day, “Tina” was an extraordinary showcase of vocal talent to the catchy soundtrack of rock n’ roll’s queen. It did not break the mold of your standard unoriginal jukebox musical, with its creativity and design leaving something to be desired. But it did provide a night of sonically pleasing fun at the theater. 

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Watch 9-Year-Old Belt Out a Tina Turner Classic on ‘America’s Got Talent’

Young singer Pranysqa Mishra named Tina Turner, Aretha Franklin, and Whitney Houston as her musical inspirations.

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Tuesday’s episode (July 2) of America’s Got Talent introduced viewers to an incredible young talent — 9-year-old Pranysqa Mishra from Tampa, Fla.

Pranysqa’s powerful rendition of Tina Turner’s “ River Deep, Mountain High ” left the judges and audience wildly impressed, ultimately earning her the coveted Golden Buzzer from judge Heidi Klum.

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Despite admitting to some nerves, particularly about performing in front of the notoriously tough Simon Cowell, Pranysqa’s confidence shone through the moment she began singing with a commanding voice that defied her youth.

The judges were visibly stunned, exchanging looks of disbelief as her powerful vocals filled the auditorium.

“Oh my gosh, I did not expect that. We expect a lot of things, but I did not expect that,” Heidi Klum exclaimed.

Without hesitation, Klum hit the Golden Buzzer, sending Pranysqa straight to the live shows. “I want you to call your grandmother and say that Heidi Klum pushed the Golden Buzzer for you,” she told the young singer.

When the golden confetti rained down on Pranysqa, she began crying tears of happiness, clearly in shock that she had earned the golden honor. “My dream is coming true. I can’t believe it,” she said, reflecting on her grandmother’s prediction that she would one day perform on a big stage.

Pranysqa’s family joined her on stage for an emotional celebration, with tears of joy and hugs all around. Klum then helped Pranysqa call her grandmother to share the incredible news .

“You are absolutely incredible,” Heidi Klum told the pint-sized powerhouse after her performance.

Watch Pranysqa Mishra perform the Tina Turner classic “River Deep, Mountain High” on America’s Got Talent below.

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