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Emilio and Gloria Estefan musical to play Manchester’s Palace Theatre

Manchester’s Palace Theatre is set to welcome On Your Feet! – the inspiring true love story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan which charts a journey from the origins in Cuba, onto the streets of Miami and finally international superstardom.

The musical features some of the most iconic pops songs of the era, including Rhythm is Gonna Get You, Conga, Get On Your Feet, Don’t Want To Lose You Now and 1-2-3.

Gloria Estefan has sold over 100 million records worldwide and is the most successful Latin crossover performer in the history of pop music. In addition to her 38 number 1 hits across the Billboard charts, Gloria recorded the Oscar-nominated song Music of My Heart and has received numerous honours and awards over the course of her illustrious career.

On Your Feet! is set for Manchester. Credit: Pim Hendriksen.
On Your Feet! is set for Manchester. Credit: Pim Hendriksen.

Emilio Estefan is a founding member of the pioneering Miami Sound Machine, who created a brand new Latin crossover sound – fusing infectious Cuban rhythms with American pop and disco. Combined, they have won a staggering 26 Grammy awards.

The Tony Award-nominated show ran on Broadway for two years, playing for over 750 performances. It is currently on a two year US tour, whilst the production in Holland played to standing ovations and sell out audiences.

On Your Feet! is at Manchester’s Palace Theatre from 28th October to 2nd November 2019. Book online at atgtickets.com/manchester

Samuel Payne
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Reviewer of Theatre in the North, including releases of classic film and television.

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