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Date of Death: August 16, 1977 (42)

Birth Place: Tupelo, MS, USA

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Lee 'Memphis' King and 'The Rat Pack Vegas' Come to King's Theatre Glasgow This Month
by BWW News Desk - Jan 29, 2015


The King's Theatre Glasgow will present One Night of Elvis: Lee 'Memphis' King and The Rat Pack Vegas Spectacular Show. Details below!

LARRY'S COUNTRY DINER to Feature Collin Raye, T. Graham Brown & More in February
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 27, 2015


One of RFD-TV's most popular variety shows, 'Larry's Country Diner,' features a line-up of beloved performers in February including country music hit-maker Collin Raye, 2015 GRAMMY Award nominee T. Graham Brown, acclaimed country crooner Ronnie McDowell and fan-favorite family band, Martin Family Circus. Tune in Saturday nights at 11 p.m. ET/10 p.m. CT and Sunday evenings at 7 p.m. ET/6 p.m. CT throughout the month to watch the show's memorable characters Larry Black, Keith Bilbrey, Sheriff Jimmy Capps, Waitress Renae and avid church lady, Nadine serve up wholesome, down-home comedy and interviews with the standout celebrity guests, who are also slated to perform some of their biggest hits.

Henry Mancini Estate Taps Spirit Music Group
by BWW News Desk - Jan 26, 2015


The estate of Henry Mancini has chosen leading independent music publisher Spirit Music Group to administer the prestigious music publishing catalog of Henry Mancini for North America as announced today by David Renzer, Chairman, Spirit Music Group. The catalog was previously administered by Universal Music Publishing Group (the company retains admin rights to the catalog outside of North America).

Paul Thorn to Play Gallo Center, 2/13
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 26, 2015


Blues-rock performer Paul Thorn and his band will bring their 'Too Blessed to be Stressed' national tour to the Gallo Center for the Arts on Friday, February 13, at 8 pm. Thorn performed a sold out show at the performing arts center in March 2014, and the Gallo Center is bringing him back by popular demand.

BWW Review: THAT'S ENTERTAINMENT: THE MGM YEARS Now Playing at the Quality Hill Playhouse
by Steve Wilson - Jan 24, 2015


That's Entertainment: The MGM Years the current production of the Quality Hill Playhouse continues through February 15 at the theatre in Kansas City, MO. The show highlights the songs from the movie studio MGM, but in the case of Quality Hill MGM stands for Music Glorious Music and that is exactly what the audience receives.

ELVIS LIVES Returns to the Van Wezel Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2015


Elvis Lives 'The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Ever' comes to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall tonight, January 24 at 8pm.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET to Return to Shea's Buffalo Theatre, 2/6-7
by BWW News Desk - Jan 23, 2015


MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, which is entering its fourth smash year on the road and will play over 60 cities this year, bringing the Broadway musical inspired by the electrifying true story of four rock 'n' roll icons to many new locations across the country.

New Zealand's Black Grace to Perform at Annenberg Center, 2/12-14
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 23, 2015


Mixing its rich Pacific Island heritage with contemporary choreography, New Zealand's Black Grace brings intensity, artistry and prowess to Dance Celebration. Performances take place Thursday February 12 at 7:30 PM, Friday, February 13 at 8 PM and Saturday, February 14 at 2 PM and 8 PM at the Annenberg Center, 3680 Walnut Street. Tickets are $20-$50. For tickets or for more information, visit AnnenbergCenter.org or call 215.898.3900. Tickets can also be purchased in person at the Box Office. Dance Celebration is co-presented by Dance Affiliates and Annenberg Center Live.

Velocity to Premiere Season 2 of AMERICARNA with Host Ray Evernham, 2/17
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 23, 2015


This February, Velocity returns on its cross-country road trip to open the garage doors and lift the hoods of four-wheeled treasures that have had a profound effect on American culture.

The TEAM Publishes New Works
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 21, 2015


The award-winning Brooklyn-based ensemble the TEAM has announced the release of two new published works, as part of their 10th anniversary: an anthology titled Five Plays By The TEAM, and the script for RoosevElvis, both published by Oberon Books. They'll be celebrating the release of both with a book launch event that includes performances and a book signing on Saturday, January 31 at BookCourt (163 Court Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201).

Barbra Streisand Goes Platinum for History-Making 31st Time with PARTNERS
by Robert Diamond - Jan 20, 2015


The Recording Industry Association of America has certified Barbra Streisand's album 'Partners' as gold, with over 500,000 sold. This is the 52nd gold in Streisand's career and the most for any female recording artist in RIAA's history.

George Brant's MARIE AND ROSETTA Set for Playwrights' Center, 2/2-3
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 15, 2015


The popular Ruth Easton New Play series at the Playwrights' Center continues in February with readings of the new play "Marie and Rosetta" by Core Writer George Brant. The play with music, about gospel greats Sister Rosetta Tharpe and Marie Knight, will have two public readings: Monday, February 2 and Tuesday, February 3 at 7 p.m. at the Playwrights' Center, 2301 E. Franklin Avenue in Minneapolis. The readings are free but tickets go fast so claim yours at pwcenter.org before they are gone.

BWW Reviews: With His 'Eyes Wide Open,' Broadway's CHEYENNE JACKSON Gets His Feet Wet in Cabaret at the Café Carlyle
by Alix Cohen - Jan 14, 2015


The extremely personable Cheyenne Jackson landed in Cafe Carlyle last night as if on the moon. A hardscrabble, Ohio childhood and late start in the business explain the artist's astonishment at finding himself in the prestigious nightclub. While Jackson's resume includes leading roles in Broadway musicals such as All Shook Up (2004), Xanadu (2007), Damn Yankees (2008), and Finian's Rainbow (2010), he took the Carlyle stage with only one cabaret appearance under his belt so the genre is as unfamiliar to the vocalist as the venue.

GOLDEN BOYS Coming to Van Wezel, 2/3
by Anna Bencivengo - Jan 14, 2015


They still know how to bring the house down! Dick Fox's Golden Boys starring Frankie Avalon, Fabian and Bobby Rydell bring the golden era to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on February 3, 2015 at 8 pm. These 'Golden Boys' were three of the most popular teen Idols of the late 50s and 60s and they have proven to still be an overwhelming live concert success.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET to Play the Fabulous Fox, 2/27-3/1
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 12, 2015


New casting has been announced for the National Tour of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, which is entering its fourth smash year on the road and will play over 60 cities in the next year, bringing the Broadway musical inspired by the electrifying true story of four rock 'n' roll icons to many new locations across the country. MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET will make a stop at the Fabulous Fox Theatre February 27 - March 1.

2015 Music Circus Season to Feature MY FAIR LADY, PETER PAN, HAIR & More!
by Sally Henry Fuller - Jan 11, 2015


California Musical Theatre announced a varied lineup of musicals for the 2015 season of Sacramento Music Circus at the Wells Fargo Pavilion, the 65th season for what has become a Northern California summer tradition. The summer lineup will include two classics that are Music Circus audience favorites, Lerner and Loewe's My Fair Lady and Leonard Bernstein, Arthur Laurents and Stephen Sondheim's West Side Story, as well as the Mississippi adventure Big River, the musical comedy Bye Bye Birdie, the magical journey Peter Pan, and a sixth show that will be offered as an option for season subscribers, the generation-defining Hair.

STAGE TUBE: Family of Elvis Presley Celebrates Rocker's 80th Birthday in Graceland
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 9, 2015


Elvis fans from around the world will travel to Graceland in January to celebrate the king's birthday with various celebratory events. Today, the family of the late rocker gathered to celebrate his birthday. Below, check out excerpts from the day's live stream, featuring Priscilla Ann Presley and more!

President Obama Releases Statement on Passing of Music Legend Andrae Crouch
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 9, 2015


Music legend Andraé Crouch has died. The Grammy and Dove Award winner passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2015

ELVIS 80: A TRIBUTE TO THE KING Set for Today at Bay Street Theater
by BWW News Desk - Jan 10, 2015


Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts is pleased to announce ELVIS 80: A TRIBUTE TO THE KING with Gene Casey and the Lone Sharks and special guests including The Vendettas singing the best of Elvis Presley's legendary hits, today, January 10. The show begins at 8 pm. Tickets are $25 and available online at www.baystreet.org or by calling the Bay Street Theater Box Office at 631-725-9500, open Tuesday through Saturday 11 am to 5 pm.

ELVIS LIVES Returning to Van Wezel, 1/24
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 9, 2015


Elvis Lives "The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Ever" comes to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Saturday, January 24 at 8pm.

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