WE'RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT to Play The Orpheum Theatre on 5/1
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2014
The Orpheum Theatre's Family Series will present a fun-filled stage adaptation of Michael Rosen's award-winning book, We're Going on a Bear Hunt, on Thursday, May 1 at 6:30 PM.
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2014
The Orpheum Theatre's Family Series will present a fun-filled stage adaptation of Michael Rosen's award-winning book, We're Going on a Bear Hunt, on Thursday, May 1 at 6:30 PM.
Orpheum Theatre Welcomes New Board Members
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2014
The Memphis Development Foundation (MDF), the nonprofit organization that operates The Orpheum Theatre, announces that three new members have joined its prestigious Board of Directors: Rick Fogelman, Darold Londo, and Bill Stegbauer.
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2014
The Memphis Development Foundation (MDF), the nonprofit organization that operates The Orpheum Theatre, announces that three new members have joined its prestigious Board of Directors: Rick Fogelman, Darold Londo, and Bill Stegbauer.
Orpheum Theatre Stages THE INTERGALACTIC NEMESIS Tonight
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2014
Tonight, April 1 at 6:30 PM, the Orpheum Theatre will present The Intergalactic Nemesis, which brings Jason Neulander's famed graphic novel to life through a visually stunning comic-meets-radio production.
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2014
Tonight, April 1 at 6:30 PM, the Orpheum Theatre will present The Intergalactic Nemesis, which brings Jason Neulander's famed graphic novel to life through a visually stunning comic-meets-radio production.
JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Coming to The Orpheum, 4/22-27
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2014
The Orpheum Theatre is delighted to announce that the new 2014 national tour of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, directed and choreographed by Tony Award-winner Andy Blankenbuehler, will play April 22 - 27, 2014 at The Orpheum Theatre in Memphis.
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2014
The Orpheum Theatre is delighted to announce that the new 2014 national tour of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, directed and choreographed by Tony Award-winner Andy Blankenbuehler, will play April 22 - 27, 2014 at The Orpheum Theatre in Memphis.
BWW Review: WAR HORSE Takes Memphis Orpheum by Storm
by Caroline Sposto - March 28, 2014
The National Theatre of Great Britain's epic WAR HORSE opened at The Memphis Orpheum on March 25th. The story is based on Michael Morpurgo's 1982 novel of the same name. The play premiered in London in 2007, opened on Broadway in 2011, and embarked on a National Tour in 2012. It is also the inspiration for Steven Spielberg's feature film.
by Caroline Sposto - March 28, 2014
The National Theatre of Great Britain's epic WAR HORSE opened at The Memphis Orpheum on March 25th. The story is based on Michael Morpurgo's 1982 novel of the same name. The play premiered in London in 2007, opened on Broadway in 2011, and embarked on a National Tour in 2012. It is also the inspiration for Steven Spielberg's feature film.
BWW Blog: The Courage of Clowns and Lovers
by Guest Blogger: Dan McCleary - March 26, 2014
The courage of clowns and lovers in our business never ceases to hearten me.
by Guest Blogger: Dan McCleary - March 26, 2014
The courage of clowns and lovers in our business never ceases to hearten me.
WAR HORSE Rides into Memphis' Orpheum Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2014
The National Theatre of Great Britain's epic WAR HORSE, winner of five 2011 Tony Awards including Best Play, will make its premiere in Memphis, TN at the Orpheum Theatre beginning tonight, March 25. Tickets are on sale now and available for purchase online at the official Orpheum Theatre website, www.orpheum-memphis.com, The Orpheum Box Office (901.525.3000), the ticket counter at The Booksellers at Laurelwood, and all Ticketmaster centers (901.743.ARTS).
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2014
The National Theatre of Great Britain's epic WAR HORSE, winner of five 2011 Tony Awards including Best Play, will make its premiere in Memphis, TN at the Orpheum Theatre beginning tonight, March 25. Tickets are on sale now and available for purchase online at the official Orpheum Theatre website, www.orpheum-memphis.com, The Orpheum Box Office (901.525.3000), the ticket counter at The Booksellers at Laurelwood, and all Ticketmaster centers (901.743.ARTS).
GRACE Runs 4/11-5/4 at The Circuit Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2014
Grace runs April 11 - May 4 at The Circuit Playhouse. The Pay What You Can performance is Thursday, April 17 at 8:00 pm. The Circuit Playhouse is located at 51 S. Cooper Street in Midtown Memphis. For more information or to make reservations, please call 901-726-4656 or purchase tickets online at playhouseonthesquare.org.
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2014
Grace runs April 11 - May 4 at The Circuit Playhouse. The Pay What You Can performance is Thursday, April 17 at 8:00 pm. The Circuit Playhouse is located at 51 S. Cooper Street in Midtown Memphis. For more information or to make reservations, please call 901-726-4656 or purchase tickets online at playhouseonthesquare.org.
Stage Door Productions Announces THE DIRECTOR'S CHOICE PROJECT; Apply by 7/31
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2014
Stage Door Productions has announced The Director's Choice Project, a program specifically designed to nurture and support creativity by giving directors the chance to bring their dream projects to life on stage in the Spring 2015 season.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2014
Stage Door Productions has announced The Director's Choice Project, a program specifically designed to nurture and support creativity by giving directors the chance to bring their dream projects to life on stage in the Spring 2015 season.
BWW Blog: What I Learned Growing Up in the Arts
by Guest Blogger: Lindsay Mitchell - March 21, 2014
I was lucky enough to grow up in a strong arts community in Jackson, TN. They had a thriving performing arts scene thanks to JRPD and The Jackson Theatre Guild. I vividly remember my first experience with the arts. My mother enrolled me in JRPD's performing arts camp. I thought she was the devil. Despite all my tears and reservations that week proved to be a defining moment in my life. Now as an adult, I am asked on a regular basis why I believe the arts are important in the lives of young students. Occasionally I will reply with the latest study but more often than not I pull from my personal experience with growing up in the arts.
by Guest Blogger: Lindsay Mitchell - March 21, 2014
I was lucky enough to grow up in a strong arts community in Jackson, TN. They had a thriving performing arts scene thanks to JRPD and The Jackson Theatre Guild. I vividly remember my first experience with the arts. My mother enrolled me in JRPD's performing arts camp. I thought she was the devil. Despite all my tears and reservations that week proved to be a defining moment in my life. Now as an adult, I am asked on a regular basis why I believe the arts are important in the lives of young students. Occasionally I will reply with the latest study but more often than not I pull from my personal experience with growing up in the arts.
THE SUBMISSION Runs 4/4-19 at Theatre Memphis
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2014
The Submission, A Mid-South premiere by Jeff Talbott will take over the Next Stage at Theatre Memphis April 4 and run through April 19, 2014. Raw, unsentimental, and sometimes fiercely funny, this play exposes prejudices among young artists one might think more liberal and progressive. A white male playwright submits a race-based play to a national theatre competition, but when it is selected for production he is faced with producing the fictitious African-American female whose name he invented as the playwright.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2014
The Submission, A Mid-South premiere by Jeff Talbott will take over the Next Stage at Theatre Memphis April 4 and run through April 19, 2014. Raw, unsentimental, and sometimes fiercely funny, this play exposes prejudices among young artists one might think more liberal and progressive. A white male playwright submits a race-based play to a national theatre competition, but when it is selected for production he is faced with producing the fictitious African-American female whose name he invented as the playwright.
Tennessee Shakespeare Company to Present THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, 4/23-5/4
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2014
Tennessee Shakespeare Company (TSC), the Mid-South's professional classical theatre, presents William Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew inside Dixon Gallery and Garden's Winegardner Auditorium from April 23 - May 4 in Memphis.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2014
Tennessee Shakespeare Company (TSC), the Mid-South's professional classical theatre, presents William Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew inside Dixon Gallery and Garden's Winegardner Auditorium from April 23 - May 4 in Memphis.
Orpheum Breaks Ground on New Education Centre
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2014
Today the Memphis Development Foundation, the parent company which operates the Orpheum Theatre, initiated the construction phase of a new downtown development project: the Orpheum Centre for Performing Arts & Education. More than 200 people attended the groundbreaking ceremony taking place at 225 S. Main Street, the site of the new Orpheum Centre, and a reception inside the Orpheum Theatre's Grand Lobby.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2014
Today the Memphis Development Foundation, the parent company which operates the Orpheum Theatre, initiated the construction phase of a new downtown development project: the Orpheum Centre for Performing Arts & Education. More than 200 people attended the groundbreaking ceremony taking place at 225 S. Main Street, the site of the new Orpheum Centre, and a reception inside the Orpheum Theatre's Grand Lobby.
BWW Blog: The Latest on TSC's TAMING OF THE SHREW
by Guest Blogger: Dan McCleary - March 18, 2014
Carrie Linquist of Memphis was the first reader last week to let me know Sullivan's Shakespeare-text request of me. Caliban speaks it in The Tempest as the drunken Stephano and Trinculo attempt to sing: 'That's not the tune!'
by Guest Blogger: Dan McCleary - March 18, 2014
Carrie Linquist of Memphis was the first reader last week to let me know Sullivan's Shakespeare-text request of me. Caliban speaks it in The Tempest as the drunken Stephano and Trinculo attempt to sing: 'That's not the tune!'
50 SHADES! THE MUSICAL! Comes to Memphis, 5/14
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2014
With sold out audiences in Chicago and New York screaming for more, and a hit run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival with a 4-star review, 50 SHADES! THE MUSICAL-THE ORIGINAL PARODY will premiere in MEMPHIS at THE ORPHEUM THEATRE for one night only on WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2014
With sold out audiences in Chicago and New York screaming for more, and a hit run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival with a 4-star review, 50 SHADES! THE MUSICAL-THE ORIGINAL PARODY will premiere in MEMPHIS at THE ORPHEUM THEATRE for one night only on WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 2014.
Jillian Michaels Brings MAXIMIZE YOUR LIFE to Orpheum Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2014
Jillian Michaels, America's leading authority in health, wellness and fitness, brings her critically acclaimed motivational live tour 'Maximize Your Life' to The Orpheum Theatre tonight, March 14, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2014
Jillian Michaels, America's leading authority in health, wellness and fitness, brings her critically acclaimed motivational live tour 'Maximize Your Life' to The Orpheum Theatre tonight, March 14, 2014.
BWW Blog: Well Aimed of Such a Young One
by Guest Blogger: Dan McCleary - March 11, 2014
I have never been in the habit of speaking Shakespeare's text on purpose in my everyday life. Of course, we all use his creations daily, but often only in the natural course of conversation.a
by Guest Blogger: Dan McCleary - March 11, 2014
I have never been in the habit of speaking Shakespeare's text on purpose in my everyday life. Of course, we all use his creations daily, but often only in the natural course of conversation.a
Tickets to THE BOOK OF MORMON at Orpheum Theatre On Sale 4/4
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2014
The producers of the national tour of the THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, and The Orpheum Theatre announced today that single tickets will go on sale Friday, April 4th at 10:00 AM. Tickets will be available at The Orpheum Theatre Box Office (203 S. Main Street, Memphis TN 38103), the ticket counter at The Booksellers at Laurelwood (387 Perkins Road Ext., Memphis TN 38117), all Ticketmaster outlets (www.ticketmaster.com or 901.743.ARTS), by visiting the official Orpheum Theatre website, www.orpheum-memphis.com or by calling 901.525.3000. Group orders of 15 or more may be placed by calling 901.529.4226.
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2014
The producers of the national tour of the THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, and The Orpheum Theatre announced today that single tickets will go on sale Friday, April 4th at 10:00 AM. Tickets will be available at The Orpheum Theatre Box Office (203 S. Main Street, Memphis TN 38103), the ticket counter at The Booksellers at Laurelwood (387 Perkins Road Ext., Memphis TN 38117), all Ticketmaster outlets (www.ticketmaster.com or 901.743.ARTS), by visiting the official Orpheum Theatre website, www.orpheum-memphis.com or by calling 901.525.3000. Group orders of 15 or more may be placed by calling 901.529.4226.
REVIEW: GUILT, LIES AND LUST Brings Fresh Energy to Evergreen Theatre
by Caroline Sposto - March 10, 2014
In Shakespeare's day, actors performed for boistrous crowds that ate, drank, cheered heroes, booed the villains and shouted occasional quips at the stage; poetic soliloquies moved the dramas forward. To my astonishment and delight, I found a modern day urban equivalent in Guilt Lies & Lust 2.
by Caroline Sposto - March 10, 2014
In Shakespeare's day, actors performed for boistrous crowds that ate, drank, cheered heroes, booed the villains and shouted occasional quips at the stage; poetic soliloquies moved the dramas forward. To my astonishment and delight, I found a modern day urban equivalent in Guilt Lies & Lust 2.
Theatre Memphis Opens JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2014
Jesus Christ Superstar, a rock opera by the legendary team of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, will be resurrected on the Lohrey Stage at Theatre Memphis tonight, March 7 - 30, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2014
Jesus Christ Superstar, a rock opera by the legendary team of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, will be resurrected on the Lohrey Stage at Theatre Memphis tonight, March 7 - 30, 2014.
BWW Reviews: Big Voices, Big Laughs Define THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL at The Circuit Playhouse
by Caroline Sposto - March 05, 2014
This was my first journey to Armadillo Acres and I find the community and its residents hard to aptly describe. Suffice it to say, Betsy Kelso and David Nehls wrote a campy musical melodrama with comedy broader than a double-wide, a plot lighter than an aluminum lawn chair, and stereotypes bolder than a flock of pink flamingos. To my admiration, Director/Choreographer, Courtney Oliver, Music Director, Renee Kemper and seven highly-talented performers, have managed to spin this rather flimsy material into solid, non-stop, over-the-top fun.
by Caroline Sposto - March 05, 2014
This was my first journey to Armadillo Acres and I find the community and its residents hard to aptly describe. Suffice it to say, Betsy Kelso and David Nehls wrote a campy musical melodrama with comedy broader than a double-wide, a plot lighter than an aluminum lawn chair, and stereotypes bolder than a flock of pink flamingos. To my admiration, Director/Choreographer, Courtney Oliver, Music Director, Renee Kemper and seven highly-talented performers, have managed to spin this rather flimsy material into solid, non-stop, over-the-top fun.
Orpheum Theatre to Stage THE INTERGALACTIC NEMESIS, 4/1
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2014
On Tuesday, April 1 at 6:30 PM, the Orpheum Theatre will present The Intergalactic Nemesis, which brings Jason Neulander's famed graphic novel to life through a visually stunning comic-meets-radio production.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2014
On Tuesday, April 1 at 6:30 PM, the Orpheum Theatre will present The Intergalactic Nemesis, which brings Jason Neulander's famed graphic novel to life through a visually stunning comic-meets-radio production.
Orpheum Presents THE INTERGALACTIC NEMESIS, 4/1
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2014
On Tuesday, April 1 at 6:30 PM, the Orpheum Theatre will present The Intergalactic Nemesis, which brings Jason Neulander's famed graphic novel to life through a visually stunning comic-meets-radio production.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2014
On Tuesday, April 1 at 6:30 PM, the Orpheum Theatre will present The Intergalactic Nemesis, which brings Jason Neulander's famed graphic novel to life through a visually stunning comic-meets-radio production.
Registration for Playhouse on the Square's Summer Conservatory Now Open
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2014
Registration is now open for Playhouse on the Square's Summer Youth Theatre Conservatory. The conservatory, taught by professional artists, consists of classes in acting, music and stage movement for youth ages 5-17. Conservatory is open to any student regardless of theatrical experience. Playhouse on the Square offers multiple Conservatory sessions in three separate age divisions (see below). Each session culminates in a performance for friends and family.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2014
Registration is now open for Playhouse on the Square's Summer Youth Theatre Conservatory. The conservatory, taught by professional artists, consists of classes in acting, music and stage movement for youth ages 5-17. Conservatory is open to any student regardless of theatrical experience. Playhouse on the Square offers multiple Conservatory sessions in three separate age divisions (see below). Each session culminates in a performance for friends and family.
BWW Blog: Investing in Hearts and Minds
by Guest Blogger: Dan McCleary - March 05, 2014
Tennessee Shakespeare Company is budgeted to earn approximately 42% of its season's income this year. The balance is conservatively projected to come from contributing sources such as corporations, grants, foundations, and individuals. This percentage is in line with the non-profit national average, and in fact for our classical corner of the industry, TSC's earned income ratio is slightly higher.
by Guest Blogger: Dan McCleary - March 05, 2014
Tennessee Shakespeare Company is budgeted to earn approximately 42% of its season's income this year. The balance is conservatively projected to come from contributing sources such as corporations, grants, foundations, and individuals. This percentage is in line with the non-profit national average, and in fact for our classical corner of the industry, TSC's earned income ratio is slightly higher.
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