n the electrifying world of Memphis the Musical, get ready for a powerful story set against the backdrop of the 1950s rock and roll revolution. Huey Calhoun, a charismatic white disc jockey with a burning passion for the forbidden music of black artists, defies convention to play it on his radio show.
Memphis the Musical is a vibrant celebration of the birth of rock and roll. The energetic score blends the sounds of rhythm and blues, gospel, and early rock, featuring infectious tunes that will have you tapping your feet. Powerful vocals and dynamic choreography complement the story, transporting you to the electrifying atmosphere of the 1950s music scene.
- David Bryan
- George W. George
- Joe DiPietro
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Tony Awards and Nominations for MEMPHIS
| Year | Category | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Best Musical | Winner |
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The Little Mermaid
Drury Lane Theatre (11/6 - 1/12) | |
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Disney's Frozen the Broadway Musical
Paramount Theatre (10/30 - 1/19) | |
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Million Dollar Quartet
Paramount's Stolp Island Theatre (9/15 - 12/29) | |
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Leroy and Lucy
Steppenwolf Theatre Company (10/24 - 12/15) | |
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DREAMGIRLS
The Seven Thirty Theatre (12/6 - 12/7) | |
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Dreamgirls
Studebaker Theater (12/6 - 12/7) | |
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A Bright Room Called Day
Greenhouse Theater Center (12/12 - 12/22) | |
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Holiday Brass & Choral Concerts
St. Michael Church in Old Town (12/20 - 12/20) | |
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The Listeners
Lyric Opera House (3/30 - 4/11) | |
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Black Violin: Full Circle Tour 2025
McAninch Arts Center (4/27 - 4/27) | |
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