Million Dollar Quartet Tour 2011 - Articles Page 4.2

Run Time:
1 Hour and 40 Minutes, with no intermission
Opened: October 11, 2011
Closing: June 14, 2015

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Pikes Peak Center [El Pomar Great Hall]
3185 Venetucci Boulevard Colorado Springs, CO 80906

Million Dollar Quartet is the electrifying new musical inspired by the famed recording session that brought together rock 'n' roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins and Jerry Lee Lewis for the first and only time.

On December 4, 1956, these four young musicians gathered at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. Million Dollar Quartet brings that legendary night to life, featuring a score of rock hits that includes "Blue Suede Shoes," "Fever," "That's All Right," "Sixteen Tons," "Great Balls of Fire," "Walk the Line," "Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On," "Who Do You Love?," "Real Wild Child," "Folsom Prison Blues" and "Hound Dog."

This thrilling musical captures the singular moment when four major talents came together to become a red-hot rock 'n' roll band. Don't miss your chance to be a fly on the wall of fame... at Million Dollar Quartet.

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Million Dollar Quartet - 2011 - US Tour Articles Page 4.2

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Comes to Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, Now thru 11/10
by BWW News Desk - Nov 5, 2013


The national tour of the Broadway musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, inspired by the electrifying true story, will make its THOUSAND OAKS premiere tonight, Nov. 5-10 at the THOUSAND OAKS CIVIC ARTS PLAZA as part of the BROADWAY IN THOUSAND OAKS SERIES.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Extends Through March 30, 2014 at Apollo Theater
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 24, 2013


Million Dollar Quartet, now the longest-running Broadway musical production in Chicago's history, has extended through March 30, 2014. With over 2,000 performances and 5 smash years in Chicago, the Tony Award-winning rock 'n' roll musical has set a new record for the longest-running Broadway musical in Chicago.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Comes to Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 11/5-10
by BWW News Desk - Sep 25, 2013


The national tour of the Broadway musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, inspired by the electrifying true story, will make its THOUSAND OAKS premiere Nov. 5-10 at the THOUSAND OAKS CIVIC ARTS PLAZA as part of the BROADWAY IN THOUSAND OAKS SERIES.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET National Tour Announces New Cast; Comes to State Theatre, Jan 22, 2014
by BWW News Desk - Aug 26, 2013


New 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 make over 75 stops next year, including the State Theatre in Easton on January 22nd at 7PM.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET to Play Limited Run at Kennedy Center Eisenhower Theater, 9/24-10/6
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 26, 2013


The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts presents the return of Million Dollar Quartet in the Kennedy Center Eisenhower Theater from September 24 to October 6, 2013. Back by popular demand the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical inspired by the electrifying true story of four Rock 'n' Roll icons is directed by Eric Schaeffer and features a book by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux.

James Barry, John Countryman, Tyler Hunter, Scott Moreau Join MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET National Tour
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 26, 2013


New 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 next year including: Boston, San Diego, Denver, Nashville and many more.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET to Celebrate 2,000 Performances in Chicago Tomorrow
by BWW News Desk - Jul 10, 2013


Tomorrow marks an exciting landmark for Million Dollar Quartet. The Chicago production is celebrating 2,000 performances. To mark the occasion, original MDQ cast member (now on the National Tour) Kelly Lamont will join the company for a 'Sitting in with the Band' appearance during the encore. The company will celebrate with a specially-designed cake, courtesy of The French Pastry School.

Tony Winner Levi Kreis Releases New Album IMAGINE PARADISE Today
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2013


Kreis became a Broadway star overnight with his effortless comedic timing and dazzling piano chops as Jerry Lee Lewis in the Tony nominated musical Million Dollar Quartet. The role won him a 2010 Tony Award, an Outer Critics Circle Award and a Drama League nomination.

WAR HORSE Makes Wisconsin Premiere at Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, 6/25-30
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 12, 2013


The National Theatre of Great Britain's epic War Horse , winner of five 2011 Tony Awards, will make its Wisconsin premiere at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center June 25-30.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET to Become Chicago's Longest-Running Broadway Musical, Today
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2013


Million Dollar Quartet announces that this Saturday, May 26, 2013 marks the official date at which it becomes the longest-running musical production in Chicago's history. With 1,949 performances and 5 smash years in Chicago, the Tony Award-winning rock 'n' roll musical has surpassed both Wicked and Pumpboys and Dinettes, setting a new record for the longest running Broadway musical in Chicago.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET to Become Chicago's Longest-Running Broadway Musical, May 26
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2013


Million Dollar Quartet announces that this Saturday, May 26, 2013 marks the official date at which it becomes the longest-running musical production in Chicago's history. With 1,949 performances and 5 smash years in Chicago, the Tony Award-winning rock 'n' roll musical has surpassed both Wicked and Pumpboys and Dinettes, setting a new record for the longest running Broadway musical in Chicago.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Opens Tonight in New Orleans
by BWW News Desk - Apr 16, 2013


Broadway in New Orleans presents the national tour of the Broadway musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, inspired by an electrifying true story.

BWW Reviews: A Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On in MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
by Erin Privratsky - Apr 3, 2013


If the Majestic Theatre is a-rockin', you better come a-knockin'! MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET just kicked off an 8-performance in San Antonio.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Opens 4/9 in Austin
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 2, 2013


The international Tony Award Winning musical, MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is set on December 4, 1956, when an auspicious twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together. Sam Phillips, the "Father of Rock 'n' Roll" who was responsible for launching the careers of each icon, brought the four legendary musicians together at the Sun Records storefront studio in Memphis for the first and only time. The resulting evening became known as one of the greatest rock 'n' roll jam sessions in history.

BWW Interviews: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET'S Cody Slaughter as Elvis
by Kathy Strain - Mar 31, 2013


Cody Ray Slaughter has been tagged as one of the most talented, young Elvis Tribute Artist's in the country. Born and raised in Harrison, Arkansas, gateway to the beautiful Ozark Mountains, Cody Slaughter began entertaining at the young age of 13. A true Southern boy, Cody's true passion for Elvis' music and memory has directed his career path.

The Fabulous Fox Theatre Welcomes MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, 4/22-5/5
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 26, 2013


The national tour of the Broadway musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, inspired by the electrifying true story, will make its St. Louis premiere April 22 - May 5 at The Fabulous Fox Theatre as part of the U.S. Bank Broadway Series.

Artist Series Announces 2013-2014 Broadway Season: FLASHDANCE, THE BLUE MAN GROUP and More
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 21, 2013


Experience Broadway with the Artist Series' 2013-2014 Five-Show Broadway in Jacksonville Season, which features the Jacksonville debuts of FLASHDANCE - THE MUSICAL, BLUE MAN GROUP, WAR HORSE, MEMPHIS, and MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, plus the return engagement of the Season Special, MAMMA MIA!

Authentic MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Memorabilia Display Set for Fox Theatre, 3/12-17
by BWW News Desk - Mar 11, 2013


Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta and Hard Rock Cafe Atlanta have partnered to get fans an up close and personal look at items from the stars who inspired the award-winning Broadway musical, MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET.

Tony Award Winning MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Makes Atlanta Debut, Now thru 3/17
by Joseph Harrison - Mar 12, 2013


Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta will welcome the Tony Award Winning Broadway musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET as part of the 2012/2013 season, playing at the Fox Theatre from tonight, March 12-17, 2013.

Tony Winner LEVI KREIS to Release New Album 'Imagine Paradise', 6/20
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 28, 2013


Kreis became a Broadway star overnight with his effortless comedic timing and dazzling piano chops as Jerry Lee Lewis in the Tony nominated musical Million Dollar Quartet. The role won him a 2010 Tony Award, an Outer Critics Circle Award and a Drama League nomination.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Extends Through 9/1 in Chicago
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 21, 2013


Million Dollar Quartet, now in its fifth year in Chicago, continues performances through September 1, 2013 with cast members Brandon Bennett (Elvis Presley), Shaun Whitley (Carl Perkins), Lance Lipinsky (Jerry Lee Lewis), Chris Damiano (Johnny Cash), Tim Decker (Sam Phillips), Whitney Kraus Jones (Dyanne), Marc Edelstein (Jay Perkins/Bass player) and Dan Leali (Fluke/Drummer). The Tony-nominated musical inspired by the famed 1956 recording session that brought together legendary rock 'n' roll icons Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley, celebrates its long run in Chicago, a multiple Tony-nominated New York run, a long-running London production, a newly-opened production in Las Vegas, and a national tour that kicked-off in October 2011.

Photo Flash: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Celebrates Grand Opening at Harrah's Las Vegas
by BWW News Desk - Feb 20, 2013


Last night, February 19, 2013, MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET opened at Harrah's Las Vegas to an enthusiastic, full house in the Harrah's Showroom. The smash-hit production is inspired by extraordinary true story of the fateful evening that brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together for one of the greatest rock 'n' roll jam sessions in history. BroadwayWorld has photos from the grand opening below!

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Celebrates Opening at Harrah's Las Vegas Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 19, 2013


Harrah's Las Vegas comes alive tonight as MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET celebrates its grand opening. The smash-hit production is inspired by the extraordinary true story of the fateful evening that brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together for one of the greatest rock 'n' roll jam sessions in history.

BWW Reviews: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Rocks Hershey Theatre
by Marakay Rogers - Jan 30, 2013


The night Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Elvis jammed at Sun Records is brought on stage at Hershey by director Eric Schaeffer

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET: Sneak Peek At What Looks To Be A Winner
by Ellen Sterling - Jan 28, 2013


The party has already started in celebration of Million Dollar Quartet, the latest Broadway import to open in a permanent home in Las Vegas. And, I must note that it seems it'll be a party well worth attending.

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