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The latest news on live theatre in Memphis from Broadway shows on tour to regional theatre.

AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' is Coming to Theatre Memphis Lohrey Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2025


Ain't Misbehavin', The Fats Waller Musical Show, will jive and sway its way onto the Theatre Memphis Lohrey Theatre this summer. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Staged Reading Festival Continues in Memphis
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2025


I AM MY OWN WIFE, is the third play in the Theatre Memphis READ TO RELATE STAGED READING FESTIVAL and will be performed by Michael Gravois this coming Tuesday night.

Review: RUMORS at Theatre Memphis
by Kevin Shaw - May 02, 2025


What did our critic think of RUMORS at Theatre Memphis? RUMORS is about a group of upper-class New Yorkers (politicians, accountants and lawyers) gathering to celebrate Charley and Myra’s 10th wedding anniversary.

Review: CAROLINE, OR CHANGE at Playhouse On The Square
by Kevin Shaw - April 29, 2025


Having never seen the 2003 musical CAROLINE, OR CHANGE, I had a slight panic attack reading the program while waiting for this past Sunday’s matinee to begin at Playhouse on the Square.

CHICKEN AND BISCUITS Comes to The Circuit Playhouse
by Emmy Rice - April 26, 2025


The regional premiere of Chicken and Biscuits is coming to the Circuit Playhouse. The show opens on May 9 and runs through June 1, 2025. See more information here!

CLUE, THE WIZ, and More Set For Tivoli Theatre Foundation 2025-26 Broadway Season
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2025


Tivoli Theatre Foundation has announced its upcoming Broadway season. The season will kick off in November with Clue, and will continue with Kinky Boots, The Sound of Music, Mamma Mia!, The Wiz, and Mrs. Doubtfire.

Neil Simon's RUMORS is Coming to Theatre Memphis in May
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2025


Neil Simon’s comedy, Rumors, sets forth a wild ride in the Lohrey Theatre at Theatre Memphis. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

THE BOY WHO KISSED THE SKY Tickets Now On Sale At Hattiloo Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2025


Modern performing arts venue Hattiloo Theatre is currently selling tickets for its final production for Season 18 “The Boy Who Kissed the Sky.” The production will run from Friday, May 16, until Sunday, June 8, 2025, at Hattiloo Theatre.

Memphis Symphony Orchestra To Honor Kirk Whalum With 2025 Eddy Award
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2025


The Memphis Symphony Orchestra will honor GRAMMY Award-Winner and 12x-GRAMMY Nominated saxophonist and composer Kirk Whalum with the 2025 Eddy Award. Learn more here!

THE OUTSIDERS, KIMBERLY AKIMBO, and More Set For Tennessee Theatre 2025-26 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2025


The Tennessee Theatre has announced its 2025-26 Broadway season lineup. The lineup will begin in November with The Book of Mormon and continue through August 2026.

YOU'RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN Will be Performed by Students Rising & Murfreesboro Little Theatre at Walnut House
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2025


The timeless charm of Charles Schulz's beloved characters comes to life on stage in the heartwarming and humorous musical production, “You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown”, promising audiences a nostalgic journey full of laughter and heartfelt moments.

Orpheum Theatre Memphis Announces 2025-2026 Broadway Season
by AniKatrina Fageol - April 10, 2025


The 2025-2026 season begins with A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL – the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting, show-stopping American rock icon. Based on the bestselling novel that inspired the iconic film, THE NOTEBOOK: THE MUSICAL tells the love story of Allie and Noah featuring music and lyrics by multi-platinum singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson.

Review: SOME LIKE IT HOT at Orpheum Theatre Memphis
by AniKatrina Fageol - April 09, 2025


What did our critic think of SOME LIKE IT HOT at Orpheum Theatre Memphis? Some Like It Hot brings fiery charcters, sultry jazz, powerful belts, and quite a few surprises. 

COUGARS Ll Comes to The Actor's Renaissance Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2025


Cougars ll is a gripping comedy-drama set in a Memphis used car dealership, Cougars Auto Sales, managed by Bianca Blaze (Fatima Gray), who rules with a sharp tongue.

CAROLINE, OR CHANGE Comes to Playhouse on the Square
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2025


The Circuit Playhouse will present Caroline, or Change, beginning in April at Playhouse on the Square. Created by Pulitzer Prize-winner Tony Kushner and Tony Award-winner Jeanine Tesori.

Joshua Henry to Headline TSC's Children’s Literacy Gala
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2025


Broadway superstar Joshua Henry will be the featured musical performer of Tennessee Shakespeare Company's annual Children’s Literacy Gala on Saturday, May 3 at 6:00 pm on TSC’s Tabor Stage.

The Memphis Symphony Orchestra Unveils 74th Season
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2025


The Memphis Symphony Orchestra has announced its 2025-2026 season, the orchestra's 74th season and 10th season led by Music Director, Robert Moody, honoring tradition, alongside innovation and featuring celebrated guest artists and renowned soloists.

Spend Summer With Shakespeare At TN Shakespeare Co.'s 2025 Summer Camps
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2025


Enrollment is open for Tennessee Shakespeare Company's seven Summer Camps for participants ranging from rising 1st graders to recent high school graduates.

THE OUTSIDERS, THE NOTEBOOK, and More Set For Orpheum Theater's 2025-2026 Broadway Season
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2025


The Orpheum Theatre Group has announced the 2025-2026 Orpheum Broadway Season featuring eight shows including five Memphis premieres. Learn more about the lineup here!

SILENT SKY Returns to Theatre Memphis Next Month
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2025


 Silent Sky by Lauren Gunderson will return to light up the Next Stage at Theatre Memphis next month. Learn more about the upcoming performance and how to get tickets here!

SAINT JOAN Coming to Tennessee Shakespeare Company in April
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2025


Tennessee Shakespeare Company (TSC) will bring G. Bernard Shaw’s masterwork of spiritual, political, and human inquiry, Saint Joan, to the Tabor Stage April 4-19.

Playhouse on the Square Education Department Presents Open Enrollment for Spring Theatre School
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2025


Playhouse on the Square Education Department has announced open enrollment for Spring Theatre School. Theatre School classes are designed to provide a fun and challenging experience for both the beginner and the experienced performer.

MOON OVER BUFFALO Comes to Cumberland County Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2025


Cumberland County Playhouse will present Moon Over Buffalo,” a fast-paced screwball comedy from the author of Lend Me A Tenor, Leading Ladies, and The Fox On The Fairway!

Women In The Arts Celebrated this Weekend in Memphis
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2025


A gathering of women promoting leadership, success and evolution in the arts will be held on the campuses of Theatre Memphis and Dixon Gallery and Gardens.

TN Shakespeare Co. Opens National Call For Its Third Annual Classical Theatre Apprentice Program
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2025


Tennessee Shakespeare Company today announced its national call for applications for its third annual Classical Theatre Apprentice Program. This six-month-long Program will begin September 1, 2025, and will run through May 3, 2026.


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