Haley Wilson News

Playhouse on the Square will stage JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR April 24 through May 17, 2026, directed by Claire D. Kolheim, with Marvin Holt as Jesus and Braxton Gilliland as Judas.

What did our critic think of JAGGED LITTLE PILL at Playhouse On The Square?

Emerald Theatre Company will present its milestone holiday production, Cabaret Noel 10: An Emerald Christmas Special, running December 5-7 at TheatreWorks at the Square.

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.

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.

Playhouse on the Square will present A Bronx Tale The Musical beginning in June. the musical features a book by Chazz Palminteri, with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Glenn Slater.

The recent college campus protests in America seem to have surprised and bewildered a lot of people around the world. Why do privileged students who can afford a college education risk being expelled or jailed over a conflict in Gaza? Graduations are currently being cancelled, people are being arrested and police with riot gear are on standby from New York to California. It’s almost unheard of.

What did our critic think of POTUS at Circuit Playhouse? As with any comedy, and farce particularly, timing is everything and it takes about half of Act I before the cast finds their rhythm and ensures the audience is keeping up with them. It’s a lot all at once.

What did our critic think of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at Playhouse On The Square?

Winners have been announced for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Memphis Awards! See who was selected audience favorite in Memphis! Winners include Playhouse on the Square, Theatre Memphis and more.

Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with Circuit Playhouse, Inc. Super Sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff and Playhouse on the Square Season Sponsor Dorothy O. Kirsch, presents The Prom.

Oh, what a night! The Broadway smash hit, chronicling the rise and eventual breakup of the legendary doo-wop group Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, makes its Regional Premiere in the Bluff City! Featuring chart-toppers like “Sherry,” “Beggin,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” and “Walk Like a Man.” Jersey Boys is an exciting walk down memory lane of the Golden Era of American Music.

Playhouse on the Square in partnership with Show Sponsor tamburrino, inc., Playhouse on the Square Season 54 Sponsor Dorothy O. Kirsch, and Circuit Playhouse, Inc. Super Sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff, opens the Regional Premiere of Tony-Nominated mega musical. NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 by: Dave Malloy running April 28th - May 21st, 2023.

The Circuit Playhouse, in partnership with Circuit Playhouse, Inc. Super Sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff, presents the stage adaptation of the beloved children’s books by Julianne Moore.

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.

When Nick and Nigel Bottom decide their theatre troupe rivals that of William Shakespeare the best way to beat him is to hire a soothsayer and write a musical about Eggs… right? This Tony Award-winning romp is a love story to all things theatre!

Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with Playhouse on the Square season sponsor, Dorothy O. Kirsch, Harry Freeman & Sara Ratner, Friends of CrimeStoppers, and super sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff, present the Playhouse on the Square revival of: A CLOSER WALK WITH PATSY CLINE written by Dean Regan, running June 17 – July 17, 2022.

Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with Art and Nancy Graesser, Jerry and Nina Patton Family Foundation, 1910 Frame Works, Playhouse on the Square season sponsor, Dorothy O. Kirsch, and super sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff present the much-anticipated Playhouse on the Square Revival of SMOKEY JOE’S CAFÉ, with Music & Lyrics by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller.

Playhouse on the Square presents SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE, featuring music & lyrics by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, April 29 – May 29, 2022.

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