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Photo Flash: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Celebrates One Year in Las Vegas
by BWW News Desk - Feb 20, 2014


On Wednesday (Feb. 19, 2014) the electrifying musical, MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, celebrated its first anniversary in Las Vegas at Harrah's Las Vegas. Following a full standing ovation during the show's finale, cast member Marc D. Donovan ('Sam Phillips') took the stage to address the house, sharing words of gratitude for the audience's support of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET in its first year. At the conclusion of his speech, the company was presented with a commemorative guitar-shaped cake onstage. Scroll down for photos!

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Comes to the Orpheum Theater, Now thru 2/23
by BWW News Desk - Feb 18, 2014


The national tour of the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, inspired by the electrifying true story of four rock 'n' roll icons: Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Johnny Cash, will make its premiere at Omaha's Orpheum Theater tonight, February 18, 2014. The show is part of the Omaha Performing Arts' Broadway Series and will run through Sunday, February 23, 2014.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET to Present Free Concert in Omaha, 2/19
by BWW News Desk - Feb 12, 2014


The cast of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET - Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins and Jerry Lee Lewis - will perform a 20-minute set, free and open to the public on February 19, 2014. No reservations necessary. Seating on a first come, first served basis. Group and individual on-camera interviews available after the performance.

Johnny Cash Tribute Set for Untitled with MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET's Adam Lee, 2/26
by BWW News Desk - Feb 10, 2014


February 26 is the birthday of the late, great, Johnny Cash, and in his honor Untitled will present a tribute evening to the life and music of the "Man in Black."

Photo Flash: Pia Zadora Joins Cast of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET in Vegas
by BWW News Desk - Feb 6, 2014


Strip headliner Pia Zadora joined the cast of the smash-hit musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTETonstage for a special encore performance at Harrah's Las Vegas, singing a rendition of Brenda Lee's 'Sweet Nothings.' Following the finale of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, Zadora was welcomed to the stage with applause from the crowded Showroom. Audiences cheered and sang along to the rockabilly tune, giving Zadora and the cast a standing ovation at the conclusion of the performance. Scroll down for photos!

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Extends Run Through Aug 31
by Diana Heisroth - Feb 5, 2014


Million Dollar Quartet, the longest-running Broadway musical production in Chicago's history, has been extended through August 31, 2014. With over 2,000 performances and 5 smash years in Chicago, the Tony Award-winning rock 'n' roll musical recently set a new record for the longest-running Broadway musical in Chicago. Tickets will go on sale Friday, February 7, 2014, at 10am.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET to Play the Morris Performing Arts Center, 3/14-15
by BWW News Desk - Jan 31, 2014


The national tour of the Broadway musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, inspired by the electrifying true story, makes its South Bend premiere March 14-15, 2014 at The Morris Performing Arts Center as part of the 2013-14 Broadway In South Bend Series.

The Jost Project Performs at Chris' Jazz Cafe Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jan 31, 2014


Philadelphia-based The Jost Project is performing another concert with music from their CD Can't Find My Way Home (Dot Time Records, based in New York and Europe). Tonight, January 31 from 8 to 11:30 p.m. they will be at Chris' Jazz Cafe, 1421 Sansom Street in Philadelphia.

Full Cast and Creatives Announced for Yale Rep's THESE PAPER BULLETS!
by BWW News Desk - Jan 27, 2014


YALE REPERTORY THEATRE presents the world premiere of THESE PAPER BULLETS!, a modish ripoff of William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, adapted by Rolin Jones, with songs by Billie Joe Armstrong, and directed by Jackson Gay, March 14-April 5 at the University Theatre (222 York Street). Opening Night is Thursday, March 20.

The Jost Project Performs Steel Coffee House in Phoenixville Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2014


Philadelphia-based The Jost Project is performing two concerts with music from their CD Can't Find My Way Home (Dot Time Records, based in New York and Europe). Tonight, January 24 at 9 pm they will be at Steel City Coffee House, 203 Bridge Street in Phoenixville with Phyllis Chapell opening for them at the Steel City concert at 8 pm.

Barry, Countryman, Hunter, Moreau and More Star in MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at the State Theatre, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jan 22, 2014


Casting has been announced for the National Tour of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, the Broadway musical inspired by the electrifying true story of four rock 'n' roll icons, which is entering its third smash year on the road. The tour will play over 75 cities this season including the State Theatre in Easton tonight, January 22nd.

The Jost Project to Perform Steel Coffee House in Phoenixville, 1/24; Chris' Jazz Cafe Set for 1/31
by BWW News Desk - Jan 11, 2014


Philadelphia-based The Jost Project is performing two concerts with music from their CD Can't Find My Way Home (Dot Time Records, based in New York and Europe). On Friday January 24 at 9 pm they will be at Steel City Coffee House, 203 Bridge Street in Phoenixville with Phyllis Chapell opening for them at the Steel City concert at 8 pm. On Friday, January 31 from 8 to 11:30 p.m. they will be at Chris' Jazz Cafe, 1421 Sansom Street in Philadelphia.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Offers Free Tickets to Fans Dressed as Elvis on The King's Birthday Today
by BWW News Desk - Jan 8, 2014


Calling all Elvis fans! Put on your Blue Suede Shoes and celebrate Elvis' birthday at MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Harrah's Las Vegas today, Jan. 8. The first 100 guests who dress as The King of Rock 'n' Roll will receive a complimentary ticket to that evening's 7 p.m. performance.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Comes to the Orpheum Theater, 2/18-23
by BWW News Desk - Jan 3, 2014


The national tour of the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, inspired by the electrifying true story of four rock 'n' roll icons: Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Johnny Cash, will make its premiere at Omaha's Orpheum Theater Tuesday, February 18, 2014. The show is part of the Omaha Performing Arts' Broadway Series and will run through Sunday, February 23, 2014.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Offers Free Tickets to Fans Dressed as Elvis on The King's Birthday, 1/8
by BWW News Desk - Jan 2, 2014


Calling all Elvis fans! Put on your Blue Suede Shoes and celebrate Elvis' birthday at MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Harrah's Las Vegas on Wednesday, Jan. 8. The first 100 guests who dress as The King of Rock 'n' Roll will receive a complimentary ticket to that evening's 7 p.m. performance.

Jim Gaffigan, PINKALICIOUS and More Set for MPAC, Jan-Feb 2014
by BWW News Desk - Jan 3, 2014


Below are all performances at Mayo Performing Arts Center in the month of January and February. Additional events may be added. Please note the Sylvia Browne event has been canceled due to her death. Scroll down for more information.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Adds Holiday Performances, 'Run, Run, Rudolph' Song, Now thru 1/4
by BWW News Desk - Dec 23, 2013


Million Dollar Quartet, now the longest-running Broadway musical production in Chicago's history, is celebrating the holidays by adding performance dates and a special number for a limited time. For the holidays only, the classic 1958 song 'Run, Run, Rudolph' has been added to the finale of the show.

Barry, Countryman, Hunter, Moreau and More to Star in MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at the State Theatre, 1/22
by BWW News Desk - Dec 23, 2013


Casting has been announced for the National Tour of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, the Broadway musical inspired by the electrifying true story of four rock 'n' roll icons, which is entering its third smash year on the road. The tour will play over 75 cities this season including the State Theatre in Easton on Wednesday, January 22nd.

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