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Orpheum Theatre's Holiday Ticket Package on Sale Today
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2013
Holiday packages include Wicked, War Horse, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and The Book of Mormon, and go on sale to the public today, Monday, November 11 at 10:00 AM.
A TUNA CHRISTMAS Comes to The Circuit Playhouse, 11/15-12/29
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2013
A Tuna Christmas by Ed Howard, Joe Sears, and Jaston Williams will run November 15 - December 29, 2013 at The Circuit Playhouse.
BWW Reviews: Charisma, Chemistry and Craft Coalesce in WEST SIDE STORY at Orpheum
by Caroline Sposto - November 08, 2013
he touring Broadway revival of West Side Story opened at The Orpheum Theatre, Memphis on Tuesday, November 5, 2013. This iconic musical by Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim is a dynamic retelling of William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet set in mid-twentiety-century New York City.
THE MUSICAL OF MUSICALS (THE MUSICAL!) Plays Theatre Memphis, Now thru 11/23
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2013
The Musical of Musicals (The Musical!), by Eric Rockwell and Joanna Bogart, makes a comeback to the Theatre Memphis Next Stage tonight, November 8 - 23, 2013, with a return engagement already planned for January 10 - 19, 2014. The original sold out production at TM in 2007 was directed by Bennett Wood and he returns as well to reprise that role. Gary Beard is coming back as Musical Director, too. Pam Hurley is choreographing.
TN Shakespeare Company to Present IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY, 11/20-12/8
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2013
Tennessee Shakespeare Company, the Mid-South's professional classical theatre, returns last year's holiday hit It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play with a new look both on stage and in the audience to Dixon Gallery & Garden's Winegardner Auditorium from November 20 - December 8 in Memphis.
Tickets to WICKED's Run at Orpheum Theatre on Sale 11/29
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2013
After breaking box office records and selling out in record time in 2009 and 2010, WICKED, Broadway's biggest blockbuster, will return to Memphis' Orpheum Theatre January 29 through February 16. Tickets for the return engagement go on sale Friday, November 29 at 10:00 AM.
BWW Reviews: ANTON IN SHOW BUSINESS Opens at McCoy Theatre
by Caroline Sposto - November 04, 2013
When I went to see Jane Martin's comedy Anton in Show Business, I was expecting an acerbic backstage farce at its fourth-wall-shattering best.
Orpheum Theatre's Holiday Ticket Package Goes on Sale 11/11 - WAR HORSE, WICKED, BOOK OF MORMON and JOSEPH
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2013
Holiday packages include Wicked, War Horse, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and The Book of Mormon, and go on sale to the public Monday, November 11 at 10:00 AM.
THE MUSICAL OF MUSICALS (THE MUSICAL!) Returns to Theatre Memphis, 11/8-23
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2013
The Musical of Musicals (The Musical!), by Eric Rockwell and Joanna Bogart, makes a comeback to the Theatre Memphis Next Stage November 8 - 23, 2013, with a return engagement already planned for January 10 - 19, 2014. The original sold out production at TM in 2007 was directed by Bennett Wood and he returns as well to reprise that role. Gary Beard is coming back as Musical Director, too. Pam Hurley is choreographing.
Chatterbox Audio Theater Releases Live THE CABINET OF DR. CALIGARI Recording
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2013
Just in time for Halloween, Chatterbox Audio Theater, Memphis's only web-based theater company, is proud to announce the release of its live soundtrack for THE CABINET OF DR. CALIGARI. Performed live at the McCoy Theatre at Rhodes College in 2012, the production finds the Chatterbox team adding voices, music, and sound effects to the classic silent horror film. The full production runs approximately 52 minutes and is now available for free streaming through YouTube and www.chatterboxtheater.org.
THE MUSICAL OF MUSICALS (THE MUSICAL!) to Play Theatre Memphis, 11/8-23
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2013
The Musical of Musicals (The Musical!), by Eric Rockwell and Joanna Bogart, makes a comeback to the Theatre Memphis Next Stage November 8 - 23, 2013, with a return engagement already planned for January 10 - 19, 2014. The original sold out production at TM in 2007 was directed by Bennett Wood and he returns as well to reprise that role. Gary Beard is coming back as Musical Director, too. Pam Hurley is choreographing.
A TUNA CHRISTMAS to Open 11/15 at Circuit Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2013
A Tuna Christmas runs November 15 - December 29 at The Circuit Playhouse. The Pay What You Can performance is Thursday, November 21 at 8pm. The Circuit Playhouse is located at 51 S. Cooper Street. For more information or to make reservations, please call 901-726-4656 or purchase tickets online at playhouseonthesquare.org.
STUART LITTLE to Play Orpheum Theatre, 11/26
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2013
Once again, Stuart Little will jump off of the page and onto the Orpheum stage Tuesday, November 26 at 6:30 PM as the Orpheum Theatre's Family Series continues with this timeless classic.
PHANTOM OF THE OPERA's Howard McGillin to Headline Tennessee Shakespeare Company's Valentine's Gala, 2/14
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2013
Actor Howard McGillin, Broadway's longest-running Phantom in The Phantom of the Opera, has agreed to headline Tennessee Shakespeare Company's Fifth Annual Valentine's Gala on February 14, 2014, at Germantown Performing Arts Center.
BWW Reviews: L.A. Theatre Works Kicks Off Riveting Revival of THE GRADUATE
by Caroline Sposto - October 22, 2013
This reprisal of this classic is a successful hybrid of radio play and stage production that unfailingly delivers the best of both genres.
Tickets to SISTER ACT's Run at Orpheum Theatre on Sale 10/25
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2013
Direct from Broadway, SISTER ACT, the hilarious, five-time Tony-nominated musical smash, is coming to Memphis, TN. Called "In a word, DIVINE!" by the Associated Press, SISTER ACT opens at the Orpheum Theatre on December 3 for a limited engagement!
BWW Reviews: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY Attempts to Recapture Musical Magic
by Caroline Sposto - October 16, 2013
The Buddy Holly Story attempts to recapture musical magic.
Tennessee Shakespeare Company Launches SHAKE(S), RATTLE & ROLL; to Tour Schools Throughout Region
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2013
Tennessee Shakespeare Company (TSC), the Mid-South's professional classical theatre, launches its new schools touring show this week with the Memphis-inspiredShake(s), Rattle & Roll.
Playhouse On The Square to Host Curtain Up Fundraiser CARNIVAL NOIR on 11/8
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2013
Playhouse on the Square's annual Curtain Up fundraiser will be held on Friday, November 8th from 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM. This year's theme is Carnival Noir. The dark carnival traffics in the delightfully unusual, mixing elements of a traditional carnival with unexpected and theatrical twists. Enjoy games, hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, and live entertainment all night in five different environments: The Rooftop, weather permitting, will feature tarot readings, henna tattoos, a fire pit, coffee with assorted liqueurs, and music by Alexis Grace. Travel underneath the stage to the Trap Room speakeasy to play poker, penny pitching, and other street games while taking in the vaudevillian sounds of the band Black Max. Step into a cloud and discover the spring maze in the second floor Event Room. Choose a path and come face-to-face with one of three rewards. The Cafe is the place to get lost in crisp and cozy autumn. Enjoy cider and beer with music by Curtain Up favorites Nay Nay and the Do Right Boys. The Cafe will also feature tree readings starting at 9:00 PM with 'The Amazing Grayson' Smith! Guests will choose their paper and drawing instrument to draw a tree. The chosen tools and the drawing reveal insights into your personality. End the night by dancing on the Playhouse main stage with the Memphis Knights Big Band, an 18-piece swing and jazz group that will make you jump, jive, and wail with their great harmonies and big sound.
Orpheum Theatre to Host 35th Annual Auction, 11/16
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2013
The Orpheum Theatre announced that its 35th Annual Auction will take place on Saturday, November 16. The auction, which is the organization's largest and most anticipated fundraising event of the year, will kick off a year-long celebration of the Orpheum's 85th Anniversary.
BWW Reviews: REEFER MADNESS Approved for Recreational Use
by Caroline Sposto - October 12, 2013
Director Dave Landis pulls no punches in this rigorous and elaborate show.
AMERICA'S GOT TALENT LIVE Plays Orpheum Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2013
The Orpheum Theatre today announced that fans of the summer's top-rated America's Got Talent TV show will have an opportunity to experience their favorite Season 8 acts when the America's Got Talent Live tour comes to Memphis at The Orpheum Theatre tonight, October 11th, 2013. Tickets for America's Got Talent Live go on sale Tuesday, August 6th at 10:00AM 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).
WEST SIDE STORY National Tour to Open 11/5 at Orpheum Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2013
The tour of the smash hit Broadway revival of WEST SIDE STORY is coming to Memphis. WEST SIDE STORY will open at the The Orpheum Theatre on Tuesday, November 5. Tony Award-winning librettist Arthur Laurents' Broadway direction is recreated for the tour by David Saint,the Associate Director on Broadway. The original Jerome Robbins choreography is reproduced by Tony Award-nominee Joey McKneely (The Boy from Oz, The Life).
Playhouse on the Square to Host Annual Costume Shop Yard Sale, 10/19
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2013
Playhouse on the Square's Annual Costume Shop Yard Sale will be held on Saturday, October 19 from 8am to 1pm in the Playhouse parking lot, which is accessed from Union Avenue. Modern clothing and accessories, as well as various costumes will be available. The sale is Pay What You Can except for one rack of priced furs and costumes. Playhouse on the Square is located at 66 S. Cooper Street in Midtown Memphis. For questions about the yard sale, please contact the Costume Shop at901-937-6478.
Playhouse on the Square Kicks Off NewWork@TheWorks Series Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2013
The finalists for Playhouse on the Square's NewWorks@TheWorks Playwriting Competition have been selected. Six original plays will be featured as part of the NewWorks@TheWorks Reading Series, beginning tonight, October 5, 2013.

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