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Cumberland County Playhouse Presents AND THEN THERE WERE NONE
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2023
Beginning April 14, Cumberland County Playhouse presents Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None! Based on the best-selling novel in the world, this production will be directed by René Pulliam, who directed 2021's The 39 Steps.
Cumberland County Playhouse Presents THINGS MY MOTHER TAUGHT ME
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2023
Beginning March 17, get ready for a delightful lesson in love and relationships as Cumberland County Playhouse presents Things My Mother Taught Me!
Urevbu Contemporary Announced as Title Sponsor For Inaugural Black Arts & Wine Festival
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2023
Cynthia Daniels & Co is delighted to announce Urevbu Contemporary as title sponsor for its inaugural Black Arts & Wine Festival to be held on the lawn at MoSH, the Museum of Science & History (formerly the Pink Palace Museum), on Sunday, April 23.
The Circuit Playhouse Opens Regional Premiere of INK, About Rupert Murdoch
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2023
The Circuit Playhouse, in partnership with Show Sponsors Art and Nancy Graesser along with Sharon Younger Circuit Playhouse, Inc. Super Sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff, presents the regional premiere of James Graham’s Tony-nominated play, INK, written by James Graham.
Rhodes Theatre Guild Presents ONCE UPON A MATTRESS
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2023
Rhodes Theatre Guild is closing out its seventh season with an energized take on an iconic musical from Mary Rodgers. This zany modern twist on the tale from Hans Christian Andersen, is directed by Randy Redd and choreographed by Rhodes alumna Cameron Crawford ‘19.
Tennessee Shakespeare Company Announces 8-Month Classical Theatre Apprentice Program
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2023
Tennessee Shakespeare Company today announced its newest theatrical endeavor, the Classical Theatre Apprentice Program.
Review: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at Theatre Memphis
by Kevin Shaw - March 15, 2023
What did our critic think of THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at Theatre Memphis?
TN Shakespeare Co. Explores Ann Patchett's Works in its Southern Literary Salon Series
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2023
Tennessee Shakespeare Company brings the next installment of its Southern Literary Salon Series to the Tabor Stage, Truth and Beauty of Ann Patchett on Sunday, March 26 at 3:00 pm.  Patchett is the author of eight novels, four nonfiction books, and two children’s books; and she is the co-founder of Parnassus Books in Nashville. 
Review: AIN'T TOO PROUD- THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS at The Orpheum Theatre Memphis
by AniKatrina Fageol - March 09, 2023
What did our critic think of AIN'T TOO PROUD- THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS at The Orpheum Theatre Memphis?
Tennessee Shakespeare Company Awarded First-Time Grant From Theatre League, Inc.
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2023
Patrick Flick, Executive Director of the Shakespeare Theatre Association (STA), and Mark Edelman, founder and president of Theater League, Inc., a Kansas City, MO-based contributor to the performing arts, announced that the League will be gifting Tennessee Shakespeare Company and 34 other Shakespeare theatres across the United States and internationally with general operating support grants.  
Memphis' LoneTree Live Presents Audio Immersive Experience IN A DARK WOOD
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2023
Memphis production company LoneTree Live presents a unique evening of storytelling based on Appalachian urban legends and lore. In a Dark Wood is a psychoacoustic, immersive theatrical experience that plays with the audience's perception of sound and smell while safely dulling visual cues. By presenting the stories in complete darkness, the audiences will find themselves immersed in the story.
Memphis' Professional Resident Theatre Company Announces Winners of Young Playwrights Competition
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2023
Playhouse on the Square announces winners of Play Slam! Year 5, a 10-minute Young Playwrights Competition!
The Women in the Arts Festival Comes to Memphis This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2023
Theatre Memphis and the Dixon Gallery and Gardens in association with The National Museum of the American Latino (Smithsonian) are presenting a full day celebrating, honoring and engaging women.
Tennessee Shakespeare Company Announces 2023 Summer Camps
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2023
Enrollment now is open for Tennessee Shakespeare Company’s five exciting new 2023 Summer Camps for participants ranging in ages from rising Kindergarteners to recent high school graduates.
Hattiloo Theatre Presents ON STAGE, SCHOOL GIRLS; OR, THE AFRICAN MEAN GIRLS PLAY By Jocelyn Bioh
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2023
Hattiloo Theatre presents School Girls; or, The African Mean Girls Play by Jocelyn Bio, running March 24 – April 16, 2023.
Circuit Playhouse, Inc. Will Reignite Spring Theatre School Beginning in March
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2023
Circuit Playhouse, Inc. will offer a selection of courses taught by local professional theatre artists this spring. Under the direction of new Director of Theatre Education, Ty Lenderman, class offerings will range from acting, musical theatre singing and dancing technique, and technical theatre for Youth Theatre School (class offerings for students 5 to 17 years of age). 
Tennessee Shakespeare Company Announces its Annual Jack Jones Children's Literacy Gala
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2023
Tennessee Shakespeare Company will host its indoor/outdoor Jack Jones Children’s Literacy Gala on Saturday, April 22 at 6:00 pm honoring longtime Hutchison School educator Christina Wellford-Scott with its inaugural Teacher of the Year Award and featuring select performances from her favorite classical works on stage.
Comedy Is No Accident in THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG At Theatre Memphis
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2023
The Play That Goes Wrong, with deliberate miscues and physical comedy, literally stumbles onto the Lohrey Theatre Stage at Theatre Memphis, March 3 – 26, 2023. Hysterical and constantly surprising, this play within a play consists of actors missing cues, breaking character and the fourth wall, all of which foretells disaster.
FRECKLEFACE STRAWBERRY THE MUSICAL Comes to the Circuit Theatre Next Month
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2023
The Circuit Playhouse, in partnership with Circuit Playhouse, Inc. Super Sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff, presents the stage adaptation of the beloved children’s books by Julianne Moore.
Oxford Film Festival 2023 Announces 20th Anniversary Lineup For Next Month's Fest
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2023
The 2023 Oxford Film Festival (March 1-5) has announced the lineup of official selections and events for the 20th Anniversary annual edition of the popular film festival. Lisa Cortes' documentary Little Richard: I am Everything is the Opening Night selection, and Michael Stevantoni and Strack Azar's The Banality is the Closing Night selection.
Review: TINA at The Orpheum Theatre Memphis
by AniKatrina Fageol - February 16, 2023
What did our critic think of TINA at The Orpheum Theatre Memphis? Valentine's Day was a special evening for Memphis theatre-goers. Rock and roll lovers flocked to the Orpheum Theatre to hear iconic hits such as 'Proud Mary' and 'What's Love Got To Do With It'. Theatre lovers crowded the theatre for incredible costumes, stunning lighting designs, and some extremely powerful voices on the stage. And you only have until this Sunday to experience it. I'm of course speakng about Tina the Musical.
World-Renowned Vocalist Marie-Stéphane Bernard Performs On The GPAC Main Stage
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2023
 In partnership with Opera Memphis, Germantown Performing Arts Center is proud to present Sounds of My Life, an intimate and original career retrospective of international opera star Marie-Stéphane Bernard.
SISTER ACT, BEAUTIFUL, and More Set For Theatre Memphis 2023-24 Season
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2023
Theatre Memphis has announced its 2023-24 season with a season decidedly dedicated to women-centric content, plots, performers, playwrights, composers, directors, and   more. All take a bow in the varied selections presented for Memphis patrons.
Disney's FROZEN Comes To Memphis June 22, Tickets On Sale Friday
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2023
Disney Theatrical Productions, under the direction of Thomas Schumacher, and the Orpheum Theatre Group has announced that tickets for the long-awaited production of Disney's Frozen will go on sale to the public on Friday, February 10, 2023, at 10am.
Rhodes Theatre Guild Presents YOU'LL GROW INTO IT This Month
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2023
Taking inspiration from imaginary friends, childhood games, and a delicious soup, Rhodes Theatre Guild will present an exciting new play cycle from Rhodes senior and budding playwright Eliana Mabe.

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