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WE ALL WE GOT: A BINGHAMPTON PLAY Comes to the Orpheum in November
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2024
The Orpheum Theatre Group has announced “We All We Got: A Binghampton Play” written by local actor and writer Ann Perry Wallace and conceived by the Orpheum Theatre Group and the Binghampton community.
Review: WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME at Circuit Playhouse
by Kevin Shaw - September 18, 2024
What did our critic think of WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME at Circuit Playhouse?
Roxy Regional Theatre to Celebrate 42 Years at Gala 42
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2024
The Roxy Regional Theatre is celebrating 42 years of live theatre in the heart of historic Downtown Clarksville with Gala 42. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Tickets on Sale For PETER PAN at the Orpheum
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2024
Tickets for the all-new production of the Tony Award-winning Broadway classic, PETER PAN will go on sale Friday, September 13 at 10am for its premiere Memphis engagement at the Orpheum Theatre November 26 through December 1 as part of a major national tour.
BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Comes to Cumberland Country Playhouse This Month
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2024
Her music inspired generations… and beginning September 20, Cumberland County Playhouse will present Beautiful: The Carole King Musical!
Nominations Open For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Memphis Awards
by BWW Awards - September 03, 2024
Nominations are now open for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Memphis Awards. The 2024 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
Circuit Playhouse, Inc. Reveals Winners of 2024 NewWorks@TheWorks Playwriting Competition
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2024
Circuit Playhouse, Inc. revealed the winners of the 2024 NewWorks@TheWorks playwriting competition, highlighting emerging playwrights and their innovative works. Learn more about the winners!
TN Shakespeare Co.'s 8th Annual Free Shout-Out Shakespeare Series Presents THE COMEDY OF ERRORS
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2024
TN Shakespeare Co. announced its 8th Annual FREE Shout-Out Shakespeare Series featuring THE COMEDY OF ERRORS. Performances will be held at various outdoor locations, offering accessible theater to the community.
Review: WAITRESS at Playhouse On The Square
by Kevin Shaw - August 27, 2024
Musical theatre is known for showcasing the extraordinary. From GYPSY to MOULIN ROUGE to an ogre named SHREK, the most unusual protagonists imaginable are what are on display. Phantoms, witches, cats and even puppets (AVENUE Q) are what audiences have come to expect. Musicals are built for “transportation.”
Shakespeare Comedy Takes Fresh Take in the Next Stage at Theatre Memphis
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2024
A Midsummer Night’s Dream, one of William Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, will capture the Next Stage at Theatre Memphis, September 13 - 29, 2024.
Circuit Playhouse, Inc. Reveals New Executive Board
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2024
Circuit Playhouse Inc. has announced its new Board President and Executive Board. Learn more about the full lineup here!
Opera Memphis 2024-25 Season Announced
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2024
Opera Memphis has announced its 2024-25 season, which includes masterworks, chamber opera, and concerts, as well as productions chosen to complement the OPERA America annual conference, to be held at The Peabody Hotel in Memphis in May of 2025.
MOULIN ROUGE! The Musical Announced At The Orpheum, Tickets On Sale Friday
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2024
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL comes to the Orpheum Theatre. Tickets go on sale this Friday.
WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME Comes to Playhouse on the Square
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2024
Playhouse on the Square will present the Regional Premiere of  What the Constitution Means to Me at Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with Circuit Playhouse, Inc.
TN Shakespeare Co. THE COMEDY OF ERRORS and TWELFTH NIGHT for 17th Season
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2024
Tennessee Shakespeare Company has announced its 17th performance season in Memphis featuring William Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors and Twelfth Night.
SCRIPTLESS IN SEATTLE Comes to Clarksville in September
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2024
The nationally-touring improvised musical comedy sensation Scriptless in Seattle is coming back to Clarksville for four one-of-a-kind shows at the Roxy Regional Theatre, September 5 through September 8. 
Playhouse on the Square Will Present the Regional Premiere of WAITRESS
by Blair Ingenthron - July 27, 2024
WAITRESS will be performed at Playhouse on the Square starting August 15th, 2024. This musical, featuring music by Sara Bareilles, tells the story of Jenna, a waitress and expert pie maker.
Old Dominion, Jon Pardi, & Megan Moroney Set to Take the Stage at The 35th Annual St. Jude Country Cares Seminar
by Josh Sharpe - July 24, 2024
The band will receive its award at the 35th annual Country Cares Seminar, a yearly gathering of music artists and industry professionals who lend their voice and platform to raise funds and awareness for St. Jude. This year's celebration takes place Oct. 21 - 22 at the historic Peabody Hotel in Memphis, Tenn.
Review: MAMMA MIA at Orpheum Memphis
by AniKatrina Fageol - July 24, 2024
Mamma Mia... here we go again! The hit musical has returned to Memphis and is a fantastic ending of the 2023-2024 season. It's a smash hit but what makes it so popular? It might be the iconic tunes, featuring the music of pop sensations ABBA, or the themes of female empowerment, or the bright and fun costumes, or toe-tapping choreography.
GREASE Comes to Theatre Memphis Next Month
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2024
Grease, the stage musical that harkens back to the 1950’s, will open the 2024-25 season at Theatre Memphis and takes the fast track to the Lohrey Theatre stage, August 16 – September 8, 2024.
GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Comes to The Orpheum
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2024
The North American Tour of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY is headed to the Orpheum.  The tour will play Memphis at the Orpheum Theatre October 8-13, 2024.
Tennessee Shakespeare Company Unveils New Board Leadership, Staffing & More
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2024
Tennessee Shakespeare Company has unveiled new Executive Committee of its Board of Directors, the expansion of its administrative staff and Board membership, and the successful conclusion of its 16th theatre season in Memphis.
Summer Youth Production Disney's DESCENDANTS: THE MUSICAL Takes the Theatre Memphis Lohrey Stage
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2024
Theatre Memphis will present a youth production showcasing local talent, offering a unique opportunity for young performers to shine on stage. Enjoy an evening of entertainment and support the arts community.
GREASE Comes to the Cumberland County Playhouse Next Week
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2024
Beginning July 19, the Cumberland County Playhouse will present Grease, the rock n’ roll high school musical celebration of growin’ up, cruisin’ with friends and goin’ steady. 
Review: CATCH ME IF YOU CAN at Playhouse On The Square
by Kevin Shaw - July 03, 2024
Frank Abagnale, Jr. is a REAL character. And by real, I mean totally fake. According to his 1980 memoir and the 2002 film starring Leonardo DiCaprio (directed by Steven Spielberg), this man claims to have worked as an assistant state attorney general, a Pan Am commercial airline pilot and a hospital physician-all without any formal training.

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