Originally Posted by
milven
The play used ensemble players for Martha and the Vandellas. They played various roles. They sang but did not speak.
The main cast was Berry, Diana, Smokey and Marvin.
Ensemble players played the Four Tops, Lionel, Norman, Marvelletes Supremes,Jr Walker, Tempts,Contours, J-5, Commodores, Mary Wells, Stevie Wonder, HDH, Rick James, and Mickey Stevenson. I don't think any other Motown acts were featured. While the ensamble played various roles, the actresses that portrayed Mary and Flo only played Mary and Flo. The actress that played Cindy also played Gwen GOrdy, a Vandella, & Gladys Horton. Speaking of Gladys Horton reminds me that Gladys Knight and the Pips were not part of the show
Mary Wells was referred to as the Queen of Motown, although I always remember her being referred to as First Lady of Motown