Experience the magic of “Dreamgirls” in the original Broadway setting at the Fox Theatre’s “Theater of the Stars” in Atlanta tonight through Sunday.

“Dreamgirls” was a 1981 Broadway musical that has since been adapted into last year’s blockbuster movie of the same name.

The 2006 film stars Beyonc� Knowles, Jamie Foxx, Eddie Murphy and Jennifer Hudson and won numerous awards, including a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for Hudson as Effie.

In this production at the Fox, Jennifer Holliday plays the lead role of Effie Melody White, according to Karen Hatchett, media contact for “Theater of the Stars.”

“It’s her piece, she loves it,” said Christopher B. Manos, producer at “Theater of the Stars.”

“She’s done (this role) for me twice before. It’s wonderful each time.”

Holliday won acclaimed fame from her role in “Dreamgirls” early in her musical career. She won a Tony for this role and a Grammy for the song “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going.”

Holliday returns to her career-launching role again in this 25th anniversary production.

The story revolves around three young women in the music business during the 1960s. It follows their path to fame, starting as backup singers, before becoming their own musical group.

The production delves into the politics of the music industry and the inner problems of the singing troupe.

“If they’ve not seen it and just heard about it, they’ve got a great surprise,” said Manos, talking about the many songs not included in the movie.

“They will be pleasantly surprised at how vital it is.”

The audience will experience the well-known musical features of “Dreamgirls” and “I Miss You Old Friend.”

Alongside Holliday, the cast features Cindy Herron-Braggs as Deena, the girl who Effie competes with for the spotlight.

The University of Georgia Alumni Association is sponsoring a discounted ticket night on Sunday at 7 p.m.

Organized by the Dekalb Chapter, tickets are $52 for the upper balcony, which are at a 15 percent discount. For more information, call (706) 542-2251.

While they only send invitations to graduates, students are welcome to buy any remaining tickets at full price.

“(Our goal is to) give alumni opportunities to get together for as many purposes as possible,” said Tammie Gardner, who works in Alumni Relations at the University.

“The Wizard of Oz” and “Stomp” are also coming to The Fox this fall.