BWW Review: AN AMERICAN IN PARIS opens at The Memphis Orpheum
by Caroline Sposto - October 26, 2017
The 2015 musical, inspired by the Oscar-winning film of the same title, features a score by George and Ira Gershwin and a book by Craig Lucas opened at the Memphis Orpheum this week. Because the story centers on Ballet, which I'm not qualified to critique, I brought along Dmitri Roudnev, former Bolshoi soloist and current Ballet Master.
by Caroline Sposto - October 26, 2017
The 2015 musical, inspired by the Oscar-winning film of the same title, features a score by George and Ira Gershwin and a book by Craig Lucas opened at the Memphis Orpheum this week. Because the story centers on Ballet, which I'm not qualified to critique, I brought along Dmitri Roudnev, former Bolshoi soloist and current Ballet Master.
Tickets on Sale This Month for FINDING NEVERLAND at The Orpheum
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2017
The Orpheum Theatre has announced that individual tickets for FINDING NEVERLAND go on sale to the public today, October 20th at 10am. FINDING NEVERLAND will play January 23-28, 2018.
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2017
The Orpheum Theatre has announced that individual tickets for FINDING NEVERLAND go on sale to the public today, October 20th at 10am. FINDING NEVERLAND will play January 23-28, 2018.
Comedian John Mulaney to Headline the Orpheum This October
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2017
John Mulaney is an Emmy Award winning writer and comedian. He most recently starred in the Broadway hit, 'Oh, Hello on Broadway" alongside Nick Kroll. In 2015 Mulaney released his 3rd hour stand up special a Netflix Original titled "THE COMEBACK KID" which the AV Club called "his best hour of his career." Catch Mulaney at the Orpheum Theatre today, October 17 at 7pm.
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2017
John Mulaney is an Emmy Award winning writer and comedian. He most recently starred in the Broadway hit, 'Oh, Hello on Broadway" alongside Nick Kroll. In 2015 Mulaney released his 3rd hour stand up special a Netflix Original titled "THE COMEBACK KID" which the AV Club called "his best hour of his career." Catch Mulaney at the Orpheum Theatre today, October 17 at 7pm.
Comedian Brian Regan to Stop at the Orpheum This Winter
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2017
Comedian Brian Regan announces spring 2018 tour dates for his non-stop theater tour going on sale Friday, October 20, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2017
Comedian Brian Regan announces spring 2018 tour dates for his non-stop theater tour going on sale Friday, October 20, 2017.
The Mersey Beatles to Return to the Halloran Centre This Fall
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
Following the success of their 2016 U.S. debut tour including a sold-out show in Memphis, The Mersey Beatles, an all-Liverpool-born Beatles tribute band and the house band for over a decade at the world-famous Cavern Club, will return to the Halloran Centre at the Orpheum to perform their New Hits show. The concert will take place Today, October 11, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. The Centre is at 225 S. Main Street Memphis, TN 38103.
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
Following the success of their 2016 U.S. debut tour including a sold-out show in Memphis, The Mersey Beatles, an all-Liverpool-born Beatles tribute band and the house band for over a decade at the world-famous Cavern Club, will return to the Halloran Centre at the Orpheum to perform their New Hits show. The concert will take place Today, October 11, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. The Centre is at 225 S. Main Street Memphis, TN 38103.
THE HEAD AND THE HEART to Play the Orpheum This Fall
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
THE HEAD AND THE HEART plus The Shelters will perform at the Orpheum Theatre (203 S. Main Street, Memphis TN 38103) on Today, October 11, 2017 at 7:30 PM.
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
THE HEAD AND THE HEART plus The Shelters will perform at the Orpheum Theatre (203 S. Main Street, Memphis TN 38103) on Today, October 11, 2017 at 7:30 PM.
VIDEO: See The Cast of HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL In Action At The Circuit Playhouse!
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2017
See the cast of HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL at The Circuit Playhouse in action!
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2017
See the cast of HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL at The Circuit Playhouse in action!
'TOO HOT TO HANDEL' to Bring Powerhouse Production to the Orpheum Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2017
The Orpheum Theatre Group announced today that a Memphis-produced engagement of Too Hot to Handel: The Jazz Gospel Messiah will play April 21-22, 2018, at the historic Orpheum Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2017
The Orpheum Theatre Group announced today that a Memphis-produced engagement of Too Hot to Handel: The Jazz Gospel Messiah will play April 21-22, 2018, at the historic Orpheum Theatre.
HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL Comes to The Circuit Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2017
Playhouse on the Square will present Heathers: The Musical, October 6 - October 29th at The Circuit Playhouse!
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2017
Playhouse on the Square will present Heathers: The Musical, October 6 - October 29th at The Circuit Playhouse!
Rhythmic Circus to Bring New Holiday Show RED AND GREEN to Memphis
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
Rhythmic Circus returns to Memphis with the new holiday spectacular Red and Green on Thursday, November 16, 2017 at 6:30pm at the historic Orpheum Theatre. Tickets are on sale now.
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
Rhythmic Circus returns to Memphis with the new holiday spectacular Red and Green on Thursday, November 16, 2017 at 6:30pm at the historic Orpheum Theatre. Tickets are on sale now.
Celtic Woman Returns to Memphis This Spring, Tickets On Sale 10/13
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2017
Celtic Woman (www.celticwoman.com), the multi-platinum international music sensation, is returning with a brand new live show for an extensive North American tour beginning Spring 2018 with a stop in Memphis on Saturday, April 28, 2018 at the historic Orpheum Theatre. The much-anticipated concert, 'Homecoming,' will play in more than 90 U.S. and Canadian cities from coast-to-coast.
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2017
Celtic Woman (www.celticwoman.com), the multi-platinum international music sensation, is returning with a brand new live show for an extensive North American tour beginning Spring 2018 with a stop in Memphis on Saturday, April 28, 2018 at the historic Orpheum Theatre. The much-anticipated concert, 'Homecoming,' will play in more than 90 U.S. and Canadian cities from coast-to-coast.
The Carriage House Players present THE WOMAN IN BLACK
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2017
Just in time for Halloween comes this spine tingler: a lawyer hires an actor to tutor him in recounting to family and friends a story that has long troubled him concerning events that transpired when he attended the funeral of an elderly recluse.
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2017
Just in time for Halloween comes this spine tingler: a lawyer hires an actor to tutor him in recounting to family and friends a story that has long troubled him concerning events that transpired when he attended the funeral of an elderly recluse.
Tickets on Sale This Month for FINDING NEVERLAND at The Orpheum
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2017
The Orpheum Theatre has announced that individual tickets for FINDING NEVERLAND go on sale to the public on Friday, October 20th at 10am. FINDING NEVERLAND will play January 23-28, 2018.
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2017
The Orpheum Theatre has announced that individual tickets for FINDING NEVERLAND go on sale to the public on Friday, October 20th at 10am. FINDING NEVERLAND will play January 23-28, 2018.
TN Shakespeare Company Launches Free Shout-Out Series in Shelby County
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2017
Tennessee Shakespeare Company officially launches its tenth anniversary season this week when it brings Romeo and Juliet to the historic outdoor train depot and platform in Collierville Town Square on Saturday, October 7 at 4:00 pm.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2017
Tennessee Shakespeare Company officially launches its tenth anniversary season this week when it brings Romeo and Juliet to the historic outdoor train depot and platform in Collierville Town Square on Saturday, October 7 at 4:00 pm.
Nominations Now Open for the 2017 BroadwayWorld Memphis Awards!
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2017
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2017 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards! Regional productions, touring shows, community theatre and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2016 through September 30, 2017. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2017
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2017 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards! Regional productions, touring shows, community theatre and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2016 through September 30, 2017. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
Sara Ruhl's STAGE KISS Gets Regional Premiere at Theatre Memphis
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2017
Stage Kiss by Sarah Ruhl makes its regional premiere on the Lohrey Stage at Theatre Memphis October 6-22, 2017. In this charming tale two actors with a history are thrown together as romantic leads in a forgotten 1930's melodrama. They quickly lose touch with reality as the story onstage follows them offstage. Blurring the lines between art imitating life and life imitating art, we see what happens when lovers share a stage kiss or when actors share a real one.
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2017
Stage Kiss by Sarah Ruhl makes its regional premiere on the Lohrey Stage at Theatre Memphis October 6-22, 2017. In this charming tale two actors with a history are thrown together as romantic leads in a forgotten 1930's melodrama. They quickly lose touch with reality as the story onstage follows them offstage. Blurring the lines between art imitating life and life imitating art, we see what happens when lovers share a stage kiss or when actors share a real one.
Contemporary Comedy Comes to Theatre Memphis
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2017
Stage Kiss makes its regional premiere on the Lohrey Stage at Theatre Memphis October 6-22, 2017. In this charming tale two actors with a history are thrown together as romantic leads in a forgotten 1930's melodrama. They quickly lose touch with reality as the story onstage follows them offstage. Blurring the lines between art imitating life and life imitating art, we see what happens when lovers share a stage kiss or when actors share a real one.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2017
Stage Kiss makes its regional premiere on the Lohrey Stage at Theatre Memphis October 6-22, 2017. In this charming tale two actors with a history are thrown together as romantic leads in a forgotten 1930's melodrama. They quickly lose touch with reality as the story onstage follows them offstage. Blurring the lines between art imitating life and life imitating art, we see what happens when lovers share a stage kiss or when actors share a real one.
Theatre Memphis Adds Performance of 12 ANGRY JURORS
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2017
Theatre Memphis has opened ticket sales for an added performance on Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at 7:30pm, of the current Next Stage show, 12 Angry Jurors.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2017
Theatre Memphis has opened ticket sales for an added performance on Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at 7:30pm, of the current Next Stage show, 12 Angry Jurors.
Singer-Songwriter JD Souther Coming to the Halloran Centre This Fall
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2017
The On Stage at the Halloran Centre music series continues with An Evening with JD SOUTHER today, September 23rd at 7:30pm. Hear the singer-songwriter who brought you the Eagles hits "Heartache Tonight" and "New Kid in Town" as well as his own smash hit "You're Only Lonely."
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2017
The On Stage at the Halloran Centre music series continues with An Evening with JD SOUTHER today, September 23rd at 7:30pm. Hear the singer-songwriter who brought you the Eagles hits "Heartache Tonight" and "New Kid in Town" as well as his own smash hit "You're Only Lonely."
Halloran Centre Cancels TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE Due to Jamie Farr Departure
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2017
On Monday, September 18th, Jamie Farr's management announced that he has withdrawn from the upcoming national production of Tuesdays with Morrie. With this announcement, the Orpheum Theatre Group has decided to cancel the Tuesdays with Morrie engagement originally scheduled for December 2-3, 2017 at the Halloran Centre for Performing Arts & Education.
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2017
On Monday, September 18th, Jamie Farr's management announced that he has withdrawn from the upcoming national production of Tuesdays with Morrie. With this announcement, the Orpheum Theatre Group has decided to cancel the Tuesdays with Morrie engagement originally scheduled for December 2-3, 2017 at the Halloran Centre for Performing Arts & Education.
Graceland to Host First-Ever Holiday Concert Weekend this December
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2017
Elvis Presley's Graceland has announced the very first holiday concerts ever to take place on the Graceland campus, featuring Elvis live in concert and on the big screen, accompanied by a live orchestra, legendary gospel greats and an all-star rock 'n' roll band.
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2017
Elvis Presley's Graceland has announced the very first holiday concerts ever to take place on the Graceland campus, featuring Elvis live in concert and on the big screen, accompanied by a live orchestra, legendary gospel greats and an all-star rock 'n' roll band.
HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL Comes to The Circuit Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2017
Playhouse on the Square will present Heathers: The Musical, October 6 - October 29th at The Circuit Playhouse!
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2017
Playhouse on the Square will present Heathers: The Musical, October 6 - October 29th at The Circuit Playhouse!
Peter Cincotti to Perform in Memphis on Same Day as Album Release
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2017
Singer, songwriter and pianist, Peter Cincotti will be releasing his fifth studio album, Long Way From Home, on Friday, October 13. That evening, he will be in Memphis performing at the Halloran Centre at the Orpheum at 7:30pm. Tickets are on sale now.
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2017
Singer, songwriter and pianist, Peter Cincotti will be releasing his fifth studio album, Long Way From Home, on Friday, October 13. That evening, he will be in Memphis performing at the Halloran Centre at the Orpheum at 7:30pm. Tickets are on sale now.
12 ANGRY JURORS Opens This Friday in Memphis
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2017
12 Angry Jurors, a blistering character study of the American melting pot, opens at Theatre Memphis in the Next Stage September 15 and runs through October 1, 2017. Centered around the U.S. judicial system, 12 Angry Jurors, tells the story of a single juror holding the rest of the jury from a guilty verdict in a patricide trial, as she sets her sights on getting the others to look at the situation in an objective, unbiased way. What develops is a picture of America at its best and its worst.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2017
12 Angry Jurors, a blistering character study of the American melting pot, opens at Theatre Memphis in the Next Stage September 15 and runs through October 1, 2017. Centered around the U.S. judicial system, 12 Angry Jurors, tells the story of a single juror holding the rest of the jury from a guilty verdict in a patricide trial, as she sets her sights on getting the others to look at the situation in an objective, unbiased way. What develops is a picture of America at its best and its worst.
Tickets on Sale This Month for THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at the Orpheum
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2017
Cameron Mackintosh's spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA is currently on North American tour and stops in Memphis November 29 December 10 at the Orpheum Theatre. Individual tickets will go on sale on Monday, September 25 at 10am.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2017
Cameron Mackintosh's spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA is currently on North American tour and stops in Memphis November 29 December 10 at the Orpheum Theatre. Individual tickets will go on sale on Monday, September 25 at 10am.
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