In the wake of such popular Bollywood-themed movies as “Monsoon Wedding” and “Bride & Prejudice,” the new musical “Bombay Dreams” explores the booming Bollywood film industry. Showing August 11-13 at The Fox Theatre, “Bombay Dreams” promises excitement and fun for all.

“We are delighted to present a spectacular new production of the sizzling song and dance sensation, ‘Bombay Dreams,’” stated Christopher B. Manos, producer of Theater of the Stars. “This dazzling musical about India’s Bollywood, the world’s largest and most popular film industry, is sure to entertain and delight, both audiences who are new to the epic musical productions, and people who are familiar with the genre.”
 
A dazzling spectacle set amid India’s bustling film industry, “Bombay Dreams” features a lush score, glittering costumes, and exotic dance numbers.

The story centers around Akaash (played by Sachin Bhatt), a young man from the slums of Bombay who dreams of becoming the next big star in Bollywood. Fate steps in when a rich pro bono lawyer and his fiancée, an aspiring documentary filmmaker, arrive to prevent the demolition of Akaash's slum. Akaash quickly falls in love with the lawyer's fiancée, Priya (played by Reshma Shetty), who happens to be the daughter of a famous Bollywood director, and the ticket to the top that Akaash needs. Complications arise as Akaash faces the reality of show business, fame, his love for Priya, and his obligations to his family, friends, and his paradise slum. The musical journey is an exploration of the importance of cultural heritage, the price of success, the bonds of friendship and the power of true love.
 
“Bombay Dreams” features music by A.R. Rahman, lyrics by Don Black, book by Meera Syal and Thomas Meehan and was based on an idea by Shekhar Kapur and Andrew Lloyd Webber. The show premiered in London’s West End in 2002 and followed with a Broadway run in 2004. The current national tour of “Bombay Dreams” is co-produced by Atlanta’s Theater of the Stars with members of the Independent Presenters Network.

The creative staff for this tour of “Bombay Dreams” includes director Baayork Lee, musical director Kevin Farrell, choreographer Lisa Stevens and scenic designer Kenneth Foy. 
 
World renowned composer A.R. Rahman has sold more than 100 million albums worldwide. He attended Trinity College of Music at Oxford University with a degree in Western Classical Music. He has composed the musical score for more than 75 movies including the 2002 Oscar nominated Best Foreign Language Film, “Lagaan: Once Upon A Time In India.” He wrote the score for the “The Lord of the Rings” musical which opened earlier this year in Toronto.
 
Theater of the Stars will present “Bombay Dreams” at the fabulous Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree Street, from August 11-13. Performances are scheduled for Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets may be purchased through Ticketmaster in three ways: at Ticketmaster ticket centers, by calling 404-817-8700 and online at www.ticketmaster.com. For group ticket sales call the Fox Theatre Group Sales Office at 404-881-2000. Prices range from $20-$59.
 

Theater of the Stars is celebrating its 54th anniversary this year as one of the nation’s premier theater companies. A civic non-profit cultural organization, Theater of the Stars is dedicated to presenting and producing the best in musical theater. To learn more about their history of excellence, visit them at www.theaterofthestars.com.

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