Dreamgirls is a movie from 2006, showcasing the journey of three black female soul singers who become pop sensations in the early 1960s and their individual struggles. The film stars Jamie Foxx as Curtis Taylor Jr., Beyoncé as Deena Jones, and Eddie Murphy as James ‘Thunder’ Early. This article elucidates the filming locations of the movie, alongside interesting facts and trivia.
Where it Filmed?
Dreamgirls was primarily filmed in various locations within California, USA. These locations include the Los Angeles Center Studios located Downtown at 450 S. Bixel Street, the Orpheum Theater at 842 South Broadway, and the Alexandria Hotel at 501 S. Spring Street. The crew also shot scenes in the city of Chatsworth. Filming took place from January 6, 2006, to April 8, 2006.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Jamie Foxx | Curtis Taylor Jr. |
| Eddie Murphy | James ‘Thunder’ Early |
| Danny Glover | Marty Madison |
| Jennifer Hudson | Effie White |
| Anika Noni Rose | Lorrell Robinson |
| Sharon Leal | Michelle Morris |
| Hinton Battle | Wayne |
| Yvette Cason | May |
| Ken Page | Max Washington |
| Michael-Leon Wooley | Tiny Joe Dixon |
| Loretta Devine | Jazz Singer |
| John Lithgow | Jerry Harris |
| John Krasinski | Sam Walsh |
| Alexander Folk | Ronald White |
| Esther Scott | Aunt Ethel |
| Bobby Slayton | Miami Comic |
| Jordan Wright | Teddy Campbell |
| Dawnn Lewis | Melba Early |
| Jaleel White | Talent Booker |
| JoNell Kennedy | Joann |
| Sybyl Walker | Charlene |
| Lesley Nicole Lewis | Stepp Sister |
| Fatima Robinson | Stepp Sister |
| Tyrell Washington | Tru-Tone |
| Rory O’Malley | Dave |
| Laura Bell Bundy | Sweetheart |
| Ivar Brogger | David Bennett |
| Daren A. Herbert | Jimmy’s Piano Player |
| Jocko Sims | Elvis Kelly |
| Pam Trotter | Rhonda |
| Cleo King | Janice |
| Eddie Mekka | Club Manager |
| Alejandro Furth | Case Worker |
| Dilva Henry | TV Reporter |
| Vince Grant | American Bandstand Producer |
| Robert Cicchini | Nicky Cassaro |
| Thomas Crawford | TV Director |
| Charles Jones | Carl |
| Robert Curtis Brown | Technical Director |
| Stephanie Owens | Tania Williams |
| Gilbert Glenn Brown | Man with Gun |
| Marty Ryan | Stagehand |
| Michael Villani | Detroit Reporter |
| Gregg Berger | Chicago Deejay |
| Daniel Riordan | L.A. Deejay |
| David James | Photographer |
| Paul Kirby | Promo Film Narrator (voice) |
| Derick Alexander | Security Guard |
| Yvette Nicole Brown | Curtis’ Secretary |
| Joelle Cosentino | Go-Go Dancer |
| Lisa Eaton | Go-Go Dancer |
| Clare Kutsko | Go-Go Dancer |
| Kelleia Sheerin | Go-Go Dancer |
| Mykel Brooks | Campbell Connection Dancer |
| Johnny Erasme | Campbell Connection Dancer |
| Cory Graves | Campbell Connection Dancer |
| J.R. Taylor | Campbell Connection Dancer |
| Craig Hollamon | Bad Side Dancer |
| Reginald Jackson | Bad Side Dancer |
| Chuck Maldonado | Bad Side Dancer |
| Anthony Rue II | Bad Side Dancer |
| John Silver | Bad Side Dancer |
| Larry Sims | Bad Side Dancer |
| Black Thomas | Bad Side Dancer |
| Kevin Wilson | Bad Side Dancer |
| Adrian Wiltshire | Bad Side Dancer |
| Russell ‘Goofy’ Wright | Bad Side Dancer |
| Dominic Chaiduang | Disco Dancer |
| Jose Cueva | Disco Dancer |
| Omhmar Griffin | Disco Dancer |
| Sky Hoffmann | Disco Dancer |
| Trevor Lopez-Daggett | Disco Dancer |
| Gabriel Paige | Disco Dancer |
| Terrance Spencer | Disco Dancer |
| Tony Testa | Disco Dancer |
| Quinton Weathers | Disco Dancer |
| Jull Weber | Disco Dancer |
| Marcel Wilson | Disco Dancer |
| Stevie Ray Anthony | Jimmy’s Band |
| Matthew Dickens | Jimmy’s Band |
| Jerohn Garnett | Jimmy’s Band |
| Mario Mosley | Jimmy’s Band |
| Jimmy R.O. Smith | Jimmy’s Band |
| Michael Cline | Reporter #2 (scenesDeleted) |
| Robert Amico | Italian Card Player (uncredited) |
| Erinn Anova | Dancer (uncredited) |
| Felix J. Boyle | Grammy Award Stage Manager (uncredited) |
| Barry Brisco | Trombone Player (uncredited) |
| Erica Burton | Red Carpet Girl (uncredited) |
| Jacare Calhoun | Audience Member (uncredited) |
| Tené Carter Miller | Extra (uncredited) |
| David Paul Christian | Club Patron (uncredited) |
| Wahayn Inello Clayton | Theater Spectator (uncredited) |
| Curt Clendenin | Hotel Pool Patron (uncredited) |
| Sharif Danchet | CC White’s Seatmate in Theater (uncredited) |
| Barron Edwards | Boy #1 (uncredited) |
| Alvin Ellie | Bad Side Pianist (uncredited) |
| Ashley Glenn | Disco Dancer (uncredited) |
| Justin Rodgers Hall | Concierge (uncredited) |
| Bud Joseph Hebert | Photographer (uncredited) |
| Rodney J. Hobbs | ‘Cadillac Car’ piano player (uncredited) |
| Stu James | Disco Dancer (uncredited) |
| Andre Johnson | Bar Patron (uncredited) |
| Harry Kallet | Reporter (uncredited) |
| Julio Leal | Paparazzi (uncredited) |
| Jason David McFadden | Deena’s Bodyguard (uncredited) |
| Ian Novotny | Boxing Match Attendee (uncredited) |
| Kyra Oser | Disco Dancer (uncredited) |
| Jimmy Pardo | Comedian (uncredited) |
| Damion Poitier | Man in D.C. Bar (uncredited) |
| Lamonte Rogers | Background (uncredited) |
| Raquel Rosser | Fan at James Thunder Early Concert (uncredited) |
| Daisy Alexandra Sylbert-Torres | American Bandstand Dancer (uncredited) |
| George F. Watson | Silver Tie Music Producer in Final Audience with Marty Madison (uncredited) |
| Danièle Watts | Bride (uncredited) |
| Jamar Welch | Sax player (uncredited) |
| Robert Wheeler | Stage Manager (uncredited) |
| De’Angelo Wright | Secretary Job Seeker (uncredited) |
| Shane Wright | James Thunder Early Concert Fan (uncredited) |
| Debra Zane | Woman in Miami Beach Club (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie “Dreamgirls” falls into the Drama and Music genre and runs for a total duration of 2 hours and 10 minutes.
- The film received a PG-13 rating and was officially released on December 25, 2006, in the USA.
- Bill Condon is the director of the movie, and along with Tom Eyen, he is also one of the writers.
- Besides the main cast, the movie also featured Danny Glover as Marty Madison, Jennifer Hudson as Effie White, Anika Noni Rose as Lorrell Robinson, Keith D. Robinson as C.C. White, and Sharon Leal as Michelle Morris.
- “Dreamgirls” was very well received, winning 2 Oscars, with another 65 wins and 93 nominations to its name.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Los Angeles Center Studios – 450 S. Bixel Street, Downtown, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0552572
- Longitude: -118.2610862
- Place ID: ChIJh4XeR67HwoARGvqP9xGbkMg
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 450 S Bixel St, Los Angeles, CA 90017, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0549076
- Longitude: -118.242643
- Place ID: ChIJE9on3F3HwoAR9AhGJW_fL-I
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Chatsworth, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.2572378
- Longitude: -118.5973401
- Place ID: ChIJAU5R0MacwoARrI_xnCmhhfk
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Chatsworth, Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Alexandria Hotel – 501 S. Spring Street, Downtown, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0473301
- Longitude: -118.2500008
- Place ID: ChIJC_qT9ErGwoARixy8pohyJi8
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 501 S Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
