Curtis attempts to transform Jimmy Early into a Perry Como-esque pop singer, and concentrates on establishing the Dreamettes as their own act, renaming them The Dreams, changing their act to give them a more sophisticated and pop-friendly look and sound. Things become more complicated when Effie begins dating Curtis, and Jimmy, a married man, begins an affair with Lorrell.Ĭurtis replaces him, strongly determined to make his black singers household names. Conflict arises between Marty and Curtis when Curtis moves in on Marty's turf: Jimmy Early. As a result, the record becomes a major pop hit. Angered by "Cadillac Car's" usurpation, Curtis, C.C., and Jimmy's producer, Wayne, resort to payola, bribing disc jockeys across the nation to play Jimmy Early and the Dreamettes' next single, "Steppin' to the Bad Side". "Cadillac Car" makes its way up the pop charts, but a cover version by white pop singers Dave and the Sweethearts steals the original recording's thunder. composes "Cadillac Car" for Jimmy and the Dreamettes, who tour and record the single upon their return. Curtis convinces Jimmy and Marty that they should venture beyond traditional rhythm and blues and soul audiences and aim for the pop market. Though Jimmy Early and the Dreamettes' first performance together is successful, Jimmy is desperate for new material. meet Curtis Taylor, Jr., a car salesman who becomes the Dreamettes' manager.Ĭurtis convinces James "Thunder" Early, a popular R&B star, and his manager, Marty, to hire The Dreamettes as backup singers. Unfortunately, they lose the talent show, but backstage, the girls and C.C. ![]() For the contest, the Dreamettes sing "Move (You're Steppin' on My Heart)", a song written by Effie's brother, C.C., who accompanies them to the talent show. The group is composed conducted of full-figured lead singer Effie White and best friends, Deena Jones and Lorrell Robinson. In 1962, The Dreamettes, a hopeful black girl group from Chicago, enter the famous Amateur Night talent competition at the Apollo Theater in Harlem, New York. Cleavant Derricks - Jimmy "Thunder" Early.For the film adaptation, see Dreamgirls (2006 film). Presented to you by The Golden Closet, your premier source for iconic screen used wardrobe, props, and collectible music entertainment memorabilia.This is about the musical. These garments are in excellent screen worn condition and are accompanied by a letter of authenticity from the costume house. Jennifer Hudson won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress this film was also nominated for 8 Academy Awards including Best Achievement in Costume Design. “Dreamgirls” is a musical, drama about a trio of black female soul singers cross over to the pop charts in the early 1960s, facing their own personal struggles along the way. Hudson wears this costume in the scene where she is in Curtis’s (Jamie Foxx) car and the song “Cadillac Car” comes on the radio. Black trunk vintage” written on the other. Gold surrounded ½ black/orange fall leaves. Teal cut out dots edge of opening inside zip teal top stitch & cutouts detail down side of boots w/ black suede dble tassle top black rubber soles Aerosoles sz 10, Ears: Triangular shaped ceramic/Cloissenne clip ons. Bust darts, princess seams sz L New York & Co, Pants: Black cott stretch (5) pkt jean style pant Chicos, socks: black trouser, Boots: black suede flat round toe stitched seam from toe to ankle, ‘pinking’ edges opening of boot. (Gemini XL), Blouse: LSCA, irredescent med blue w/ French cuff. Attached is the production costume hold tag with “Dreamgirls, character: Effie, actor: Jennifer Hudson, Change: 10, Day: N11 1962 winter, Scenes: 48, Description: Int: Curtis’s Cadillac song comes on radio” written on one side and “Coat: Black LSCA, faux fur & self tie belt black satin lining. ![]() This costume consists of a black faux fur coat with tie belt, a pair of black cotton stretch pants, iridescent blue shirt with French cuff, pair of red velvet gloves, black suede boots with teal trim, leather clip on flower, “drool cup” gold charm bracelet, clip on orange and black squared earrings, black gem cufflinks. This costume was worn by the character “Effie White” portrayed by actress Jennifer Hudson in the 2006 motion picture “Dreamgirls”, starring Jamie Foxx, Eddie Murphy, and Beyonce Knowles.
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