MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Extends Chicago Run Into 2016

Million Dollar Quartet, the longest-running Broadway musical production in Chicago's history, has been extended through January 17, 2016. With over 2,000 performances and nearly 7 smash years in Chicago, the Tony Award-winning rock 'n' roll musical holds the record for the longest-running Broadway musical in Chicago. A new block of tickets, for performance from September 30, 2015-January 17, 2016 will go on sale on Friday, July 17, 2016.

The Chicago production continues to break box office records at the Apollo Theater, 2540 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago. Tickets can be purchased at the Apollo box office, by phone (773) 935-6100, and online through Ticketmaster, www.ticketmaster.com. For more information, visit www.milliondollarquartetlive.com.

Producer Gigi Pritzker comments, "After nearly seven incredible years, it's a thrill for Million Dollar Quartet to announce a new block of tickets on sale through the holidays. Since the very beginning, Chicago has wholeheartedly embraced Million Dollar Quartet, making us the longest-running Broadway musical in the city's history, and we are grateful for the continued and enthusiastic support of our home town audiences. It's been a hit in Chicago, New York, London, Japan, Las Vegas and on the national tour. The show remains as exciting and engaging as always-partially due to the more than 20 rock 'n' roll hits in the show and the tremendous talent on stage."

Million Dollar Quartet has extended performances through January 2016, with cast members Brandon Bennett (Elvis Presley), Shaun Whitley (Carl Perkins), Lance Lipinsky (Jerry Lee Lewis), Adam Lee (Johnny Cash), Andy Ahrens (Sam Phillips), Kelly Lamont (Dyanne), Marc Edelstein (Jay Perkins/Bass player) and Dan Leali (Fluke/Drummer).The Tony Award-winning musical inspired by the famed 1956 recording session that brought together legendary rock 'n' roll icons Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley, celebrates its long run in Chicago, a Tony Award-winning New York run, a long-running London production, a long-running production in Las Vegas, and a national tour that kicked-off in October 2011.

Brandon Bennett (Elvis Presley) a native son of Ponchatoula, Louisiana, began his singing career as a small boy, influenced mainly by his great-grandfather. Brandon has been honored with several international awards, including prestigious honors from Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc.

Shaun Whitley (Carl Perkins) is a multi-instrumentalist, actor, and Jeff-nominated music director. He has worked with Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Drury Lane Theater (Oakbrook and Water Tower), TUTA, Blindfaith, Strawdog, 2nd Story, Provision, Collaboraction, and others. He studied acting at RADA in London.

Lance Lipinsky (Jerry Lee Lewis), This Texas native has dedicated his life to the music of the 1950's & 60's and joined MDQ in 2010. Visit thelovers.com for show schedules and info on his hit debut original album "Roll" recorded on vintage analog equipment at Sun Studios.

Adam Lee (Johnny Cash) has always loved two things - music and the open road. A military brat, he caught that ramblin' fever early, and hit the road playing music out of high school. An accomplished songwriter with several original releases, he's toured the world promoting his own brand of Americana.

Andy Ahrens (Sam Phillips) is extremely excited to be joining the cast of Million Dollar Quartet. Previous local credits include Hamlet and Comedy of Errors at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre as well as film credits such as Dead Draw and Jupiter Ascending.

Kelly Lamont (Dyanne) is ecstatic to be back in Chicago playing the role she originated in 2008. Since then she's toured with MDQ in over 125 cities in the U.S., Canada and Japan.

Dan Leali (Fluke/Drummer). This Chicago area native has played live or on recordings with such artists as Liz Phair, Robbie Fulks, Poi Dog Pondering, Fareed Haque, and Liquid Soul. He teaches privately, and can also currently be seen and heard with Tributosaurus in and around Chicago.

Marc Edelestein (Jay Perkins, Bassist) has performed internationally in rockabilly, bluegrass, country, and folk projects including Special Consensus Bluegrass Band; alt-country's Robby Fulks; Chicago Symphony Orchestra's CSOakies; and numerous recordings. Theatrical performances include Jeff Award-winning Woody Guthrie's American Song (Northlight, Briar Street Theater), Shakespeare's As You Like It (Goodman Theater), and musical revue Women In My Life.

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