Hairspray’s The Dynamites Returning For NBC’s HAIRSPRAY LIVE!Posted by Wilson Morales
November 23, 2016
As the star studded cast of NBC’s HAIRSPRAY LIVE! dance their way onto our screens December 7th, we couldn’t help but notice something special about this particular cast. As part of the original 2002 Broadway musical, The Dynamites are back and better than ever!
The original Broadway cast members Shayna Steele, Kamilah Marshall and Judine Somerville will reprise their roles as the female singing group The Dynamites and let everyone know that originality is always better!
Let’s take a look back at the original Broadway show and meet these fabulous ladies of soul!
The Dynamites
While some musicals are meant to entertain, many outshine the others through its diverse cast and particular themes. This popular Broadway musical is based on the 1988 John Waters film “Hairspray” and officially made its debut on Broadway August 15, 2002. With just one year on the stage, the musical won eight Tony Awards out of thirteen nominations, including best musical. Before closing January 2009, there were a total of 2,500 performances and all included the amazing trio “The Dynamites”. Their hits “The New Girl In Town” and “Welcome To The 60’s” will be performed by the original trio and were also heard in the 2007 film.
Let’s meet the fabulous trio: Shayna Steele, Kamilah Marshall, and Judine Somerville.
Shayna Steele
Besides being a Broadway actress, this gorgeous lady is a singer and songwriter as well. Her Broadway credits include the highly recognized RENT, Jesus Christ Superstar, and of course, Hairspray. Steele has also sung background vocals for Bette Midler and our all-time favorite, Rihanna. In 2004 she released her own EP and later released her own album, “I’ll Be Anything” in 2009.
Kamilah Marshall
A singer and songwriter like Shayna, Kamilah has had her fair share of Broadway musicals. She starred with her colleague in RENT, showcased her wild side on The Lion King, and of course, Hairspray. Marshall has sung background vocals for Bette Midler and Taylor Swift and has worked with various artists including Justin Timberlake, Mary J. Blige, and Queen Latifah. She has appeared on many TV shows including Ellen, Jimmy Kimmel and The Oprah Winfrey Show.
Judine Somerville
Different from the other ladies, Somerville is a singer, Broadway actress, and a choreographer. That’s right, this lady has some moves! As for her Broadway credits, her accolades include On the Town, Crazy for You, and Hairspray. Somerville has appeared on various TV shows including The Today Show, The View, and Good Morning America. Somerville has performed on the red carpet at the Grammy Awards and at Madison Square Garden. She is currently teaching Theater Dance at the Ailey School in New York.
