MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Extends Through 9/5

A new block of tickets for Million Dollar Quartet, the new hit 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, will go on sale Friday, March 26, 2010. Tickets will be on sale through September 5, 2010. The production continues to break box office records at the Apollo Theater, 2540 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago. Tickets can be purchased at the box office, phone (773) 935-6100, and online through Ticketmaster, www.ticketmaster.com.

Million Dollar Quartet features Emmy® Award-winning actor David Lago (Elvis Presley), accomplished musician/performer Lance Lipinsky (Jerry Lee Lewis), Chicago musician and actor Gabe Bowling (Carl Perkins), Jeff Award nominee Sean Sullivan (Johnny Cash), Tim Decker ("Father of Rock 'n' Roll" Sam Phillips), Kelly Lamont (Elvis' girlfriend Dyanne), Billy Shaffer (Fluke/Drummer) and Chuck Zayas (Jay Perkins/Bass).

Following a successful 15-month-long run in Chicago, actors Eddie Clendening (Elvis Presley), Lance Guest (Johnny Cash), Levi Kreis (Jerry Lee Lewis) and Rob Lyons (Carl Perkins) are currently in previews for Million Dollar Quartet's Broadway run at the Nederlander Theatre, 208 W. 41st Street. The Broadway production opens April 11, 2010.

"Million Dollar Quartet's run thus far in Chicago has been spectacular. In fact, our audiences have been growing steadily and the feedback we receive about the fascinating story, rockin' music and excellent musicianship never ceases," comments Producer John Cossette.

Producer Gigi Pritzker adds, "We are so pleased to be opening this amazing show on Broadway with its original Chicago quartet. Eddie, Lance, Levi and Rob have been working hard these past 15 months to bring the story, music and characters alive. We are confident in the new Chicago cast members and are thrilled that the show will be playing simultaneously in New York and Chicago."

ABOUT THE CAST
Emmy Award-winning actor David Lago (Elvis Presley) celebrates more than a decade of achievement in the entertainment industry with five Emmy® nominations, in addition to his Emmy® win for his portrayal of "Raul" on the number one rated CBS soap opera, The Young and the Restless in 2005. Lago is also recognized for his recurring role of "Jeremy" on the Aaron Spelling television show 7th Heaven. The Cuban-American actor has starred in and/or produced several independent films over the past five years.

Lance Lipinsky (Jerry Lee Lewis), a Texas native, grew up studying his dad's record collection of Elvis, Roy Orbison, and his hero, Jerry Lee Lewis. These influences never left him and now, at age 24, he combines these styles in his own original music similar to early Rock & Roll, classic Country and even a touch of 1960's pop. His energetic live shows have led him all over the world, even to making his national television debut at the original Ryman Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, TN. Visit www.lancelipinsky.com for updates on his first album recording, which with use all analog equipment to emulate the timeless 1960's sound.

Gabe Bowling (Carl Perkins) has been an understudy for Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley during the Chicago run of Million Dollar Quartet. A Wisconsin native, he has toured nationally as a musician and is currently the lead guitarist for the rock band Fat J and The Pinners, and has his own side project, Gabe vs. The Sad Kids.

Sean Sullivan (Johnny Cash) was nominated for a Jeff Award for Best Principle Role for Shattered Globe's Requiem for a Heavyweight. Originally from Ohio, he has been working in Chicago since 2002, where he has appeared at TimeLine in Fiorello! and The Children's Hour; Lifeline Theatre in The Island of Dr Moreau; and BackStage Theatre Co., where he is an ensemble member and designer.

Longtime Chicago actor Tim Decker stars in the role of Sam Phillips. He has appeared at Chicago Shakespeare, Goodman, Next, Milwaukee Rep, Touchstone, Shattered Globe, Stage Left, Famous Door, American Theatre Company, and American Blues (where he received a Principal Actor Jeff Award for his work in Toys in the Attic), among others.

Kelly Lamont, playing Elvis' girlfriend Dyanne, is a native of Chicago's south suburbs. She previously appeared at the Utah Shakespeare Festival, Milwaukee Shakespeare and L.A.'s Fullerton Civic Light Opera, among others.

Billy Shaffer (Fluke, Drummer) lives in the Northwest suburbs of Chicago and has been active in the Chicago blues scenes, playing upwards of 130 nights per year prior to his role in Million Dollar Quartet. He has played locally with notable Chicago musicians and has toured with Grand Ole Opry artists Billy Walker and Ferlin Husky.

Chuck Zayas (Jay Perkins, Bass player) has been performing on stage for more than 20 years as a bass player, singer, songwriter, band leader, sideman session player and producer. He has played rockabilly bass in Rocket 88 and is the frontman for his most recent project, The Midnight Ramblers. He performed with Million Dollar Quartet in the Seaside production and is an original Chicago cast member.

ABOUT MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
On December 4, 1956, an auspicious twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together. The place was Sun Records' storefront studio in Memphis. The man who made it happen was Sam Phillips, the "Father of Rock 'n' Roll," who discovered them all. The four legends-to-be united for the only time in their careers for an impromptu recording that has come to be known as one of the greatest rock jam sessions of all time.

Featuring a treasure trove of the greatest rock 'n' roll, gospel, R&B and country hits from these music legends, including "Blue Suede Shoes," "Fever," "Sixteen Tons," "Who Do You Love?," "Great Balls of Fire," "Riders in the Sky," and "Whole Lotta' Shakin' Goin' On," Million Dollar Quartet captures the infectious spirit, freewheeling excitement and thrilling sounds of a singular moment when four of the music industry's most extraordinary talents, all in their creative prime, came together for one of the most memorable nights in music history. The production has recently added new, hit songs, including "Folsom Prison Blues," "I Walk the Line," and "Hound Dog."

Directed by Eric Schaeffer and Floyd Mutrux, with a book by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux. Million Dollar Quartet is produced by Relevant Theatricals, John Cossette Productions and Northern Lights Inc.

Million Dollar Quartet had its world premiere at Florida's Seaside Music Theatre, and was subsequently staged at the Village Theatre in Washington, breaking box office records. In Chicago, the production moved to the Apollo on November 5, 2008, following its sold-out, limited engagement at the Goodman's Owen Theatre. The Broadway production of Million Dollar Quartet will play at the Nederlander Theatre, 208 W. 41st Street, with previews beginning March 13, 2010, and opening April 11, 2010.

TICKETS
Beginning Friday, March 26, Million Dollar Quartet tickets will be on sale through September 5, 2010. Tickets to Million Dollar Quartet at the Apollo Theater are available through the Apollo Theater box office, 2540 N. Lincoln Ave, (773) 935-6100. Tickets are available online through Ticketmaster, www.ticketmaster.com.

For groups of 15 or more contact Broadway In Chicago Group Sales at 312-977-1710 or groupsales@broadwayinchicago.com.

Tickets through June 1 are $25-$70. For performances beginning June 2, tickets are $25-$77.50. (Standard ticketing fees apply.)

Rush student tickets for select performances (Wed-Fri and Sun evenings only) are available 2 hours prior to curtain at the box office with valid Student ID. Student rush tickets are subject to availability.

The Apollo performance schedule is as follows: Wednesdays at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.; Fridays at 8:00 p.m.; Saturdays at 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.; and Sundays at 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. After July 4, Sunday performances are 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

FAMILY NIGHTS
Million Dollar Quartet will offer special family discounts at the 6:30 p.m. shows on select Sundays. Upcoming family nights are April 18 and May 16, 2010. Additional dates will be announced.

Tickets to Million Dollar Quartet Family Nights are buy one, get one free. (One child under 17 will be admitted free with each adult ticket purchase.) The evenings will feature giveaways with special gifts from Million Dollar Quartet. Check www.milliondoallarquartetlive.com for upcoming Family Nights.

Million Dollar Quartet is a 90-minute, family-friendly production. Audience members of all ages are invited to laugh, clap-and even dance-during the show.

For more show information, visit www.milliondollarquartetlive.com.

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