BWW Review: IN REAL LIFE at Hattiloo Theatre
by Kevin Shaw - June 04, 2021
There's an old cliché that says, 'If you want to make God laugh, tell him your plans.' Although it's basically another way to say that what you plan for and what actually happens to you can be vastly different, it can ease the sting a bit, if you'll let it. That's a big 'if.' Ironically though, not only can the reality be dramatically different, in some (or many) ways, it can be much better.
by Kevin Shaw - June 04, 2021
There's an old cliché that says, 'If you want to make God laugh, tell him your plans.' Although it's basically another way to say that what you plan for and what actually happens to you can be vastly different, it can ease the sting a bit, if you'll let it. That's a big 'if.' Ironically though, not only can the reality be dramatically different, in some (or many) ways, it can be much better.
Theatre Memphis Announces 2021-22 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2021
Theatre Memphis has announced its 2021-22 season after an abbreviated season in 2019 to accommodate renovations and having been closed for the 2020-21 season due to the COVID 19 pandemic.
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2021
Theatre Memphis has announced its 2021-22 season after an abbreviated season in 2019 to accommodate renovations and having been closed for the 2020-21 season due to the COVID 19 pandemic.
Get Your Wine On In-Person In July at Playhouse On The Square
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2021
The 14th Annual Great Wine Performances, Playhouse on the Square's trivia and wine tasting event, returns to the theatre's parking lot with an “Under the Big Top” theme. The event takes place Tuesday, July 27th at 6:00 pm.
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2021
The 14th Annual Great Wine Performances, Playhouse on the Square's trivia and wine tasting event, returns to the theatre's parking lot with an “Under the Big Top” theme. The event takes place Tuesday, July 27th at 6:00 pm.
Tennessee Shakespeare Company Recognized by National Endowment for the Arts/Arts Midwest
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2021
Tennessee Shakespeare Company today was announced as one of only four professional regional theatre companies to receive both the Shakespeare in American Communities-Schools grant and Shakespeare in American Communities-Juvenile Justice grant from the National Endowment for the Arts and Arts Midwest.
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2021
Tennessee Shakespeare Company today was announced as one of only four professional regional theatre companies to receive both the Shakespeare in American Communities-Schools grant and Shakespeare in American Communities-Juvenile Justice grant from the National Endowment for the Arts and Arts Midwest.
Walt Disney Archives Will Hold Major 6 Month Exhibition at The Graceland Exhibition Center
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2021
Coming to the Graceland Exhibition Center on July 23, 2021, the exhibition Inside the Walt Disney Archives celebrates the legacy of The Walt Disney Company archives, with behind-the-scenes access never before granted to the public. The 10,000-square-foot traveling exhibit, which premiered at D23 Expo Japan in 2018, will showcase extraordinary items on loan to Graceland.
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2021
Coming to the Graceland Exhibition Center on July 23, 2021, the exhibition Inside the Walt Disney Archives celebrates the legacy of The Walt Disney Company archives, with behind-the-scenes access never before granted to the public. The 10,000-square-foot traveling exhibit, which premiered at D23 Expo Japan in 2018, will showcase extraordinary items on loan to Graceland.
ORPHEUM MEMPHIS BROADWAY SEASON at The Orpheum Theatre Memphis
by AniKatrina Fageol - May 24, 2021
Broadway WILL be back! And it's happening this fall! I am very excited to announce that Orpheum Theatre Group has finalized its Broadway season with some new dates to look forward to! COME FROM AWAY, which has been rescheduled from 2020, marks the return of Broadway to Memphis in October, and then the season kicks off with the return of THE LION KING in November.
by AniKatrina Fageol - May 24, 2021
Broadway WILL be back! And it's happening this fall! I am very excited to announce that Orpheum Theatre Group has finalized its Broadway season with some new dates to look forward to! COME FROM AWAY, which has been rescheduled from 2020, marks the return of Broadway to Memphis in October, and then the season kicks off with the return of THE LION KING in November.
Graceland Announces Appearance By Priscilla Presley At Elvis Week 2021 In Memphis
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2021
Elvis Week 2021 will mark the 44th anniversary of Elvis' passing and with many COVID-19 restrictions lifted, Graceland is preparing for a huge gathering of thousands of Elvis fans and friends following last year's primarily virtual event.
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2021
Elvis Week 2021 will mark the 44th anniversary of Elvis' passing and with many COVID-19 restrictions lifted, Graceland is preparing for a huge gathering of thousands of Elvis fans and friends following last year's primarily virtual event.
BWW Feature: Theatre Memphis Is Finally Ready Following $5 Million Pre-Pandemic Renovation
by Kevin Shaw - May 18, 2021
Theatre Memphis is set to open back up again in August of 2021 with a production of HELLO DOLLY! and a multi-million dollar building renovation.
by Kevin Shaw - May 18, 2021
Theatre Memphis is set to open back up again in August of 2021 with a production of HELLO DOLLY! and a multi-million dollar building renovation.
COME FROM AWAY, THE LION KING & More Announced for Orpheum Theatre Group Broadway Season
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2021
The Orpheum Theatre Group has announced that the upcoming Broadway season has been finalized. Broadway will return to Memphis in October with COME FROM AWAY, rescheduled from 2020. In November, the return of DISNEY'S THE LION KING will kick off the much-anticipated new season.
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2021
The Orpheum Theatre Group has announced that the upcoming Broadway season has been finalized. Broadway will return to Memphis in October with COME FROM AWAY, rescheduled from 2020. In November, the return of DISNEY'S THE LION KING will kick off the much-anticipated new season.
Graceland's Performing Arts Camp Announces Broadway Touring Star Patrick Dunn Will Serve As Special Guest Mentor
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2021
Elvis Presley's Graceland has announced the faculty of the 2021 Graceland Performing Arts Camp, as it returns for its third year on July 13 - 18. Special Guest Mentor this year is Patrick Dunn. Having made his NYC Theatre debut at age 12, Patrick most recently led the North American tour of the musical Les Misérables in the role of Jean Valjean.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2021
Elvis Presley's Graceland has announced the faculty of the 2021 Graceland Performing Arts Camp, as it returns for its third year on July 13 - 18. Special Guest Mentor this year is Patrick Dunn. Having made his NYC Theatre debut at age 12, Patrick most recently led the North American tour of the musical Les Misérables in the role of Jean Valjean.
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM to Be Performed by Murfreesboro Little Theatre at Oaklands Mansion
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2021
In collaboration with Oaklands Mansion, Murfreesboro Little Theatre presents William Shakespeare's “A Midsummer Night's Dream.”
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2021
In collaboration with Oaklands Mansion, Murfreesboro Little Theatre presents William Shakespeare's “A Midsummer Night's Dream.”
Knoxville Symphony Orchestra Will Perform Maryville Community Concert: Picnic in the Park
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2021
The KSO brings its brass and percussion ensemble to Theatre in the Park on the Maryville Greenbelt on Saturday, May 15, at 7:30 pm.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2021
The KSO brings its brass and percussion ensemble to Theatre in the Park on the Maryville Greenbelt on Saturday, May 15, at 7:30 pm.
Regional Professional Theatre of the MidSouth Announces 53rd Season and Return to In-Person Performances
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2021
After more than a year without in-person performances. Circuit Playhouse, Inc., the organization that includes The Circuit Playhouse, TheatreWorks @ the Square, and Playhouse on the Square has announced the return to in-person live professional theatre for its 53rd season.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2021
After more than a year without in-person performances. Circuit Playhouse, Inc., the organization that includes The Circuit Playhouse, TheatreWorks @ the Square, and Playhouse on the Square has announced the return to in-person live professional theatre for its 53rd season.
Tennessee Playwrights Studio Announces 2022 Season Of Theatre, Fundraising Initiative
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2021
Tennessee Playwrights Studio has announced the TPS 2022 Season of theatre with four world premieres of new works by Tennessee playwrights/creators, along with a new cohort of TPS Fellows to be selected for the playwright development lab in 2022.
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2021
Tennessee Playwrights Studio has announced the TPS 2022 Season of theatre with four world premieres of new works by Tennessee playwrights/creators, along with a new cohort of TPS Fellows to be selected for the playwright development lab in 2022.
IN REAL LIFE Will Be Performed By Opera Memphis This Month
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2021
Opera Memphis has announced performances of In Real Life, a collection of operatic monologues for soprano, baritone, and chamber ensemble by composer Robert Paterson and librettist David Cote. Performances will be held on Friday, May 21 and Saturday, May 22 at the Clark Opera Memphis Center (6745 Wolf River Blvd) at 8pm.
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2021
Opera Memphis has announced performances of In Real Life, a collection of operatic monologues for soprano, baritone, and chamber ensemble by composer Robert Paterson and librettist David Cote. Performances will be held on Friday, May 21 and Saturday, May 22 at the Clark Opera Memphis Center (6745 Wolf River Blvd) at 8pm.
Submissions Open For 2nd Annual JOOK Summer Spotlight Series
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2021
JOOK's 2nd Annual Summer Spotlight Series celebrating Southern writers and new Southern plays has been announced! After the success of the first series and the subsequent workshop of Seth McNeill's NATCHETOCHES in 2020, this uplifting project returns for a second round of submissions.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2021
JOOK's 2nd Annual Summer Spotlight Series celebrating Southern writers and new Southern plays has been announced! After the success of the first series and the subsequent workshop of Seth McNeill's NATCHETOCHES in 2020, this uplifting project returns for a second round of submissions.
JOOKMS Announces YouTube Series BE THE LIGHT: Season Two
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2021
New episodes premiere every Friday afternoon at 3PM on JOOK's Facebook and YouTube pages! This week's Special Guest is OLIVIA LOMAX, Founder and Owner of Delta Groove Yoga in Memphis, TN.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2021
New episodes premiere every Friday afternoon at 3PM on JOOK's Facebook and YouTube pages! This week's Special Guest is OLIVIA LOMAX, Founder and Owner of Delta Groove Yoga in Memphis, TN.
Theatre Memphis to Receive National Theatre Award
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2021
The AACT Diamond Crown Organizational Award recognizes longevity and vitality of AACT member theatres that have expanded programming and/or facilities in the past ten years and have the administrative leadership to remain vital to their communities for the next ten years.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2021
The AACT Diamond Crown Organizational Award recognizes longevity and vitality of AACT member theatres that have expanded programming and/or facilities in the past ten years and have the administrative leadership to remain vital to their communities for the next ten years.
MBAA Announces In-Person 2021 Summer Youth Camp
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2021
Memphis Black Arts Alliance Executive Director, Lar’Juanette Williams and the team at MBAA have slated their annual summer youth day camp, or 'SPARK' (Summer Performing Arts Readiness Kamp) for June 21st - July 2nd, 2021.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2021
Memphis Black Arts Alliance Executive Director, Lar’Juanette Williams and the team at MBAA have slated their annual summer youth day camp, or 'SPARK' (Summer Performing Arts Readiness Kamp) for June 21st - July 2nd, 2021.
Tennessee Theatre Could Reopen For Full-Capacity Events By the End of the Year
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2021
The Tennessee Theatre could reopen with full capacity events by the end of the year.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2021
The Tennessee Theatre could reopen with full capacity events by the end of the year.
Petersburg Symphony Orchestra Will Perform a Free Community Concert in May
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2021
The Petersburg Symphony Orchestra will perform a free community concert on Sunday, May 16, 2021 at 4:00 pm.
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2021
The Petersburg Symphony Orchestra will perform a free community concert on Sunday, May 16, 2021 at 4:00 pm.
100th Birthday Kick Off with May Day Celebration at Theatre Memphis
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2021
Theatre Memphis will turn 100 years old on May 20, 2021, and will be hosting a May Day Celebration event on May 1, 2021, on the campus of the newly renovated facility as the first of several related events.
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2021
Theatre Memphis will turn 100 years old on May 20, 2021, and will be hosting a May Day Celebration event on May 1, 2021, on the campus of the newly renovated facility as the first of several related events.
TPS, DTE and SistaStyle Productions Present TPS TALKS
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2021
TPS Talks are a new initiative of TPS, DTE and SistaStyle Productions that provide real-world stories and insights from working theatre professionals to college/university classrooms, corporate events, group organizations, and more.
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2021
TPS Talks are a new initiative of TPS, DTE and SistaStyle Productions that provide real-world stories and insights from working theatre professionals to college/university classrooms, corporate events, group organizations, and more.
Hattiloo Theatre Welcomes Inaugural Class of Black Theatre Manager's Fellows
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2021
The Black Theatre Manager’s Fellowship at Hattiloo Theatre is welcoming its inaugural class of four arts managers to its Fellowship program. In July 2021, the four arts managers from four cities will participate in Hattiloo’s highly competitive Fellowship program that provides practical training in arts administration.
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2021
The Black Theatre Manager’s Fellowship at Hattiloo Theatre is welcoming its inaugural class of four arts managers to its Fellowship program. In July 2021, the four arts managers from four cities will participate in Hattiloo’s highly competitive Fellowship program that provides practical training in arts administration.
Playhouse On The Square Announces The Finale Of Their Digital Play Season
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2021
The theatre has also announced its new streaming partner, Broadway on Demand; which will be the streaming platform for the production of The Taming.
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2021
The theatre has also announced its new streaming partner, Broadway on Demand; which will be the streaming platform for the production of The Taming.
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