Michael Gravois

Playhouse on the Square Rings in the Holidays with A TUNA CHRISTMAS
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2025

Playhouse on the Square will present the holiday comedy A Tuna Christmas November 21–December 21, 2025, at The Circuit Playhouse in Memphis. Directed by Dave Landis.

Review: COME FROM AWAY at Playhouse On The Square
by Kevin Shaw - Aug 19, 2025

Musicals about historical events are nothing new. From 1776 to EVITA to HAMILTON, such stories can be enlightening and inspirational. They highlight significant historical moments that many may not have known or appreciated.

COME FROM AWAY to Open at Playhouse on the Square
by Emmy Rice - Aug 3, 2025

An incredible true story of the 7,000 stranded passengers forced to land in a small town in Newfoundland due to the emergency closure of US airspace on 9/11/2001.

Staged Reading Festival Continues in Memphis
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2025

I AM MY OWN WIFE, is the third play in the Theatre Memphis READ TO RELATE STAGED READING FESTIVAL and will be performed by Michael Gravois this coming Tuesday night.

CAROLINE, OR CHANGE Comes to Playhouse on the Square
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2025

The Circuit Playhouse will present Caroline, or Change, beginning in April at Playhouse on the Square. Created by Pulitzer Prize-winner Tony Kushner and Tony Award-winner Jeanine Tesori.

SIX MEN DRESSED LIKE JOSEPH STALIN to Have World Premiere at TheatreWorks@TheSquare
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2024

Six Men Dressed Like Joseph Stalin by Dianne Nora will run at TheatreWorks@TheSquare.

Review: WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME at Circuit Playhouse
by Kevin Shaw - Sep 19, 2024

What did our critic think of WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME at Circuit Playhouse?

WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME Comes to Playhouse on the Square
by Stephi Wild - Aug 1, 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.

Review: THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at Circuit Playhouse
by Kevin Shaw - Jan 27, 2024

What did our critic think of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at Circuit Playhouse?

Playhouse on the Square Presents the Regional Premiere of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2023

Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with Circuit Playhouse, Inc. Super Sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff and Show Sponsors Sharon Younger and Art & Nancy Graesser, presents The Lehman Trilogy by Stefano Massini, adapted by: Ben Power, running January 26th – February 11th at The Circuit Playhouse, Overton Square Performing Arts District.

The Circuit Playhouse Opens Regional Premiere of INK, About Rupert Murdoch
by Stephi Wild - Mar 21, 2023

The Circuit Playhouse, in partnership with Show Sponsors Art and Nancy Graesser along with Sharon Younger Circuit Playhouse, Inc. Super Sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff, presents the regional premiere of James Graham’s Tony-nominated play, INK, written by James Graham.

The Circuit Playhouse Presents ROE in February
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2023

Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with Gene and Carol Katz, Karen McCarthy, and Super Sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff, present Lisa Loomer's new play dedicated to the controversial Roe versus Wade decision.

Playhouse On The Square Is First Mid-South Theatre To Produce A DOLL'S HOUSE and A DOLL'S HOUSE: PART TWO
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 2, 2022

At the turn of the nineteenth century Nora Helmer was the most controversial female character on the stage - walking out on her husband and children to find herself.  Now she returns to tie up loose ends and she must deal with what she left behind.  This spring, The Circuit Playhouse tells the complete story of the Helmers. 

Playhouse Colors Presents LITTLE SHOP OF HORROR Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2021

Little Shop of Horrors is the first installment of The Playhouse on the Square Holiday Series of shows entitled Welcome to Show Row.

Playhouse On The Square Onstage Performances Resume In A New Way
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 20, 2021

In the wake of rising Coronavirus cases in the Mid-South and safety measures imposed by the Shelby County Health Department, Playhouse on the Square's theaters will remain closed to  patrons.  However, art has its place during a national crisis. 

Playhouse On The Square Announces Digital Offerings For Winter
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2020

Although Playhouse on the Square will not be offering in-person performances during the holiday season.  There is a stocking full of digital offerings to keep patrons 'Merry & Bright' - and in the safety of their homes. 

Playhouse on the Square Presents THE GREAT WINE PERFORMANCES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2020

Welcome Playhouse on the Square into your home for one of our favorite fundraisers of the year: The Great Wine Performances! And this year, they've gone virtual! Memphis' favorite drinking trivia game returns with a new look but the same exciting performers and world-class spirits you've come to expect.

Playhouse on the Square Will Present the Regional Premiere of THE BOOK OF WILL by Lauren Gunderson
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2020

Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with Athens Paper and super sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff will produce a new work by America's most produced living playwright, Lauren Gunderson.

VIDEO: Watch the Promotional Video For TUCK EVERLASTING at Playhouse on the Square
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2019

Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with FedEx, tamburrino, inc., and super sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff will open 2019 with the musical adaptation of The National Education Association 2017 Teachers' Top 100 Books for Children award recipient, Tuck Everlasting.

VIDEO: Get a Behind the Scenes Look at Playhouse on the Square's TUCK EVERLASTING
by Julie Musbach - Jan 11, 2019

Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with FedEx, tamburrino, inc., and super sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff is proud to open 2019 with the musical adaptation of The National Education Association 2017 Teachers'Top 100 Books for Children award recipient.