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"She had an entire career — 16 years with Ike — where she wasn't making a dime," said Roz White, who portrays Zelma Bullock, Turner's prickly, stern mother. "She got to wear some cute clothes but he never paid her. She didn't have the benefits of the fruits of her labor. By the time she was in her mid-40s, she had to stay sexy, she had to stay strong, she had to stay visible and be somebody who could be a symbol in order to make her money. Sometimes we have to keep working. I just had my 600th show with 'Tina,' but I know what it's like to still have dreams and goals that haven't worked out yet because that's just the (nature of the) business."
White, whose touring and regional credits include "Dreamgirls," "The Amen Corner" and "Seven Guitars," praises Turner for having the confidence to step out of her comfort zone in her prime. Growing up in Washington, D.C., she recalls the reactions among the Black community in response to Turner's transformation circa her 1984 platinum album "Private Dancer."
"Tina was willing to ditch one look for a totally different look," she explained. "I remember the older women in my life wondering why she was wearing blonde spiky hair and short skirts in her 40s. They wanted her to go and sit down somewhere. But Tina had to do it. It was her destiny. She also knew she had to continue to do it well into her 60s so people could see that it could be done."
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Born Anna Mae Bullock and raised in rural Nutbush, Tennessee, Turner had a rough childhood. She was the youngest daughter of Floyd, a sharecropper overseer, and Zelma. In 1950, when Turner was 11, Zelma unexpectedly left the family due to Floyd's abusive behavior, relocating to St. Louis. At 16, Turner joined her mother after the death of her grandmother and would eventually meet Ike one fateful night at Club Manhattan.
"Zelma is a very complex character, but she's important because we often see African American women portrayed in film and on stage as the nurturer; and Zelma was not happy in her situation," said White, 54. "She did not have the happiness within herself to be a nurturing mother. There was no real bond between Zelma and Tina. I think it's important to show there are all different kinds of women and all different kinds of mothers. And no matter what kind of mother, the relationship is still important because it defines everything in your life. The choices Zelma made, whether you agree or not, are the choices that allowed Tina a space to come to meet Ike. Pleasant or not, it was a part of her journey."
White also admires how Turner's life was the ultimate comeback story of overcoming adversity, breaking barriers and pushing through pain.
"Tina didn't do anything calculated," she said. "She literally lived her life. Her life was so full. She didn't allow her circumstances to keep her in Nutbush or allow her circumstances to keep her with Ike longer than she needed to. It was an over 50-year journey for her to become an icon."
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Staged by Tony Award nominee Phyllida Lloyd — best known for directing the films "Mamma Mia!" and "The Iron Lady" — "Tina" features over 20 classics, including "Nutbush City Limits," "River Deep-Mountain High," "Proud Mary," "What's Love Got to Do With It?" and "We Don't Need Another Hero (Thunderdome)" to name a few. The magnitude of Turner's timeless catalog, especially among her legion of fans, continues to energize the cast. Ari Groover and Zurin Villanueva notably share the titular role as well.
"There's something about a show when the curtain goes up and you only see a woman standing in front of a staircase and the crowd goes nuts. And she hasn't opened her mouth. That is power," White said. "And that kind of power doesn't happen overnight. And Tina's power is still present with us even after her physical presence has left, which is huge. She's more than a name."
Turner, a best-selling performer and author ("I, Tina") who sold more than 100 million records, was the recipient of eight Grammys, the Kennedy Center Honors, and two inductions into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame among other accolades. She passed away on May 24, 2023, at age 83 in her home in Switzerland near Lake Zurich, but her legacy as an inspiration to generations of women will forever stand as a testament of her being simply the best.
"Tina did what she did so I could have a chance to do what I want to do in my 50s," White said. "She also (inspires) the young women I'm on stage with who are in their 40s, 30s and 20s. We also have a couple of 10-year-olds with us. It's all about legacy."
HOW TO GO
What: "Tina — The Tina Turner Musical"
Where: Schuster Center, 1 W. Second St., Dayton
When: April 9-14; 7:30 p.M. Tuesday-Thursday; 8 p.M. Friday; 2 p.M. And 8 p.M. Saturday; and 1 p.M. And 6:30 p.M. Sunday
Tickets: $29-$119
More info: 937-228-3630 or daytonlive.Org
FYI: Join Dayton Live 60 minutes before each performance for Background on Broadway. Patrons will learn about the development, history and artistry of the show. This free event is held in the Schuster Center's Fourth Floor Lobby. You must have a ticket to that day's performance.
TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL & More Set For 2024-2025 Broadway Series At The Hanover Theatre
The "Simply the Best" 2024-2025 Broadway Series at the Hanover Theatre has been announced, bringing the magic of Broadway right to your doorstep. This season promises an exhilarating lineup of six spectacular shows, each telling its own unique story of triumph, challenge, and the indomitable human spirit.
The series kicks off with "TINA – The Tina Turner Musical" from October 18-20, 2024, sponsored by Country Bank. This electrifying show celebrates the Queen of Rock n' Roll, Tina Turner, and her inspiring journey from adversity to global superstardom, set against the backdrop of her greatest hits. The journey continues with "Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations," from November 8-10, 2024. This smash-hit musical chronicles the extraordinary journey of one of R&B's most iconic groups, from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. "Dear Evan Hansen," the Tony and Grammy-winning Best Musical sensation, will touch hearts from January 10-12, 2025. It's a contemporary musical about connection and hope in the digital age, declared "one of the most remarkable shows in musical theater history" by The Washington Post. "The Cher Show," playing from February 14-16, 2025, and sponsored by Unibank, promises a dazzling journey through the life of the unstoppable icon Cher, with three actors bringing the multifaceted star to life on stage. The fifth show of the series, to be announced on May 6, will run from April 4-6, 2025, sponsored by Cornerstone Bank. Finally, "Come From Away," sponsored by Worcester State University and bankHometown, Will Close the season from April 11-13, 2025. This remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small Newfoundland town that welcomed them has been a New York Times Critics' Pick and a testament to the power of human kindness. Subscribing to all six shows is the only way to ensure great seats and an unforgettable Broadway experience. Subscribe today to secure your spot for a season of stories that inspire, entertain, and captivate. The earlier you subscribe, the better your seats will be. Don't miss out on this theatrical extravaganza! Friday, October 18 – Sunday, October 20, 2024 Sponsored by Country Bank Recommended for ages 14+. The production includes scenes depicting domestic violence, racist language, loud music, strobe lighting, haze and gunshots. An uplifting comeback story like no other, Tina - The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock n' Roll. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits, this electrifying sensation will send you soaring to the rafters. Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations Friday, November 8 – Sunday, November 10, 2024 Recommended for children age 12+. This performance includes haze and smoke effects, a brief moment of flashing light, and a gunshot sound effect. The electrifying smash-hit Broadway musical that follows The Temptations' extraordinary journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Dear Evan Hansen Friday, January 10 – Sunday, January 12, 2025 Recommended for ages 12+. Contains adult themes, including discussions of suicide. Declared "one of the most remarkable shows in musical theater history" by The Washington Post and "an anthem resonating on Broadway and beyond" by NBC Nightly News, Dear Evan Hansen is a Tony and Grammy-winning Best Musical sensation and the first contemporary musical about connection in the digital age. The Cher Show Friday, February 14? – Sunday, February 16, 2025 Sponsored by Unibank Recommended for ages 12+. Superstars come and go. Cher is forever. For six straight decades, only one unstoppable force has flat-out dominated popular culture - breaking down barriers, pushing boundaries and letting nothing and no one stand in her way. The Cher Show is the Tony Award®-winning musical of her story, and it's packed with so much Cher that it takes three women to play her: the kid starting out, the glam pop star and the icon. National Broadway Tour #5 TBA on May 6 Friday, April 4 - Sunday, April 6, 2025 Sponsored by Cornerstone Bank Recommended for ages 12+. On stage smoke effect and haze, gunshot sound effect. Come From Away Friday, April 11 – Sunday, April 13, 2025 Sponsored by Worcester State University and bankHometown Recommended for ages 10+. This New York Times Critics' Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night and gratitude grew into enduring friendships.
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