Memphis 2005

On Tuesday evening, December 4, 1956, in Memphis, Tennessee, while a winter chill bit into passersby at the corner of Union Avenue and Marshall Avenue something big was heating up the studio of Sun Records on that very same corner. Sun Records founder and producer, Sam Phillips had brought together a group of young musicians who were just starting out on their long and storied careers, for that one night only, to jam together. At the time, that gathering may have been unremarkable, but looking back years later, Mr. Phillips called the group the “Million Dollar Quartet” – since it was made up of what would become some of the biggest names in Rock and Roll – Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, and Elvis Presley. And while the recordings of that night took many years to be released, audiences have the chance to witness the gathering for themselves on stage in MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET – the latest musical offering at the Titusville Playhouse. And believe me - this gathering is electric, exciting and thrilling to witness.

Country music star Byrdie Wilson has announced her new single 'Out the Bottle,' releasing on September 13, 2024. In celebration, Wilson will host an exclusive release party that night at Ole Smoky Distillery in Nashville.

The Rumjacks have shared their new single “Come Hell or High Water”, the first new music to be unveiled from the celtic punk outfit’s forthcoming sixth LP, due out in early 2025 via FOUR FOUR. 

Gary Van Miert will release his third LP, 'If I Stop Moving, I'll Fall From the Sky,' exploring planes of existence and self-awareness. Lead single drops September 13th.

Memphis rap sensation NLE Choppa serves up a new single entitled “Or What?” featuring New York collective 41, available now.

No matter what side of the aisle you fall on, this is a fascinating tribute to a legal lady who taught us all what it means to be both feminine and ferocious. To quote a previous BROADWAY WORLD critic, it is “a must-see.” And in these days, right before the election of 2024, it is imperative to consider what Ruth is saying.

Portland Stage has announced the play CONSCIENCE, depicting the life of trailblazing Maine Senator Margaret Chase Smith.

This Fall, AG Touring and Mammoth, Inc. proudly present the Rod Wave - Last Lap Tour. This large-scale multi-city outing will feature Rod Wave headlining 36 of North America's top arenas coast-to-coast. The tour will kick off on October 19 at Desert Diamond Arena in Phoenix, AZ

IAMA Theatre Company will begin its 17th season with the world premiere of The Very Best People by Drama Desk Award winner and IAMA Theatre Company Ensemble Member John Lavelle, directed by Melissa Coleman-Reed.

The York Theatre Company will present developmental readings of Once in a Lifetime, Again, A Musical About Love, Loss and the Healing Power of Music. Learn more about the musical and the readings here!

Five actor-musicians will bring Johnny Cash's musical catalog to life in Actors Theatre of Indiana's 2024-2025 Season opener RING OF FIRE: The Music of Johnny Cash.

North Shore Music Theatre will present MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, featuring the legendary music of Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins.

The docuseries returns with five episodes telling the stories of current and former NBA Academy Africa student athletes from Cameroon, Central African Republic, Egypt and Senegal as they pursue their basketball dreams at the academy and beyond. Watch a trailer here!

Journey back to December 4, 1956, when an extraordinary twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley in MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, onstage at the Titusville Playhouse September 6-29. Check out production photos here!

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!

Gold-certified artist OMB Peezy is invincible on his new single “Bulletproof” featuring Slaughter Gang artist 21 Lil Harold and produced by multiplatinum hitmaker Will A Fool.

Casa Mañana will open its 2024-25 Broadway Season with Million Dollar Quartet, the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical based on the true story of the famed jam session that brought together Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins.

Morgan will appear alongside Norm Lewis and Principal Pops Conductor Michael Feinstein for the Pasadena POPS Season Closing Concert, Oscar Meets Tony (see below for show details). Morgan will be singing “Don’t Rain On My Parade,” “On A Clear Day” and she will duet with Norm on “Anything You Can Do' by Irving Berlin. 

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.

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.

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK will return to WOW Presents Plus in the US and select territories this fall for another round of fabulosity, fierce fashion and fun. Ahead of the new season, the celebrity guest judges have been announced, which include theater actresses Beverley Knight and Amanda Holden. Check out the full list here!

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.”

The complete creative team has been set for A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical. The production opens on Monday, November 11, 2024, at Studio 54 (254 West 54th Street). Previews begin on October 16, 2024. 

People are like, “How do you keep doing it? It's like so many words, 90 min for two years!” I say it is because you can never learn enough. You could never get tired of it! All that feeds into my performance.

BILLBOARD TOP 10 artist Grant Maloy Smith's new album, MISSISSIPPI: AMERICAN STORIES, explores the Mississippi River's history and cultural impact through 16 Americana, Blues, Country, and Folk songs. Listen to it now!

Watch Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp perform 'What You Own' and 'Light My Candle' from RENT at 54 Below in the videos here!

Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors bring you a slow jam with their latest single “Easy Together.' The song features soulful melodies and emotional lyrics and follows last month’s Southern scorcher “Burn” featuring Ellie Holcomb.