Jennifer Hudson Joins Production Team for ‘Dreamgirls’ Broadway Revival

Jennifer Hudson is officially stepping back into the ‘Dreamgirls’ family, this time behind the scenes.

During the Wednesday (February 11) episode of her daytime talk show, she revealed that she’s officially joining the production team for the newly reimagined Broadway revival of Dreamgirls’.

The announcement marks a full-circle moment for Hudson, whose breakout role as Effie White in the 2006 film adaptation of the 1981 musical changed the trajectory of her career forever.

Hudson’s portrayal of Effie remains one of her most celebrated performances, earning her the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 2007.

Now, nearly 20 years later, she’s helping bring the story back to the stage.

“Twenty years ago, my life changed forever because of a film called Dreamgirls,” Hudson shared in a press release. “I am beyond honored to join the extraordinary producing team behind this special, newly reimagined Broadway revival, and to help bring Dreamgirls back to the stage through the visionary direction and choreography of Camille A. Brown. This fall cannot come soon enough.”

While ticket details have yet to be announced, fans can expect ‘Dreamgirls’to return to Broadway in 2026, and with JHUD involved, this revival is already shaping up to be a must-see moment.