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MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Begins Performances at the Argyle Tomorrow

By: May. 15, 2019
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MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Begins Performances at the Argyle Tomorrow  Image

The Argyle Theatre launches its 2nd season with the smash hit musical Million Dollar Quartet with book by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux, original concept by Mr. Mutrux, inspired by Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins. Performances begin TOMORROW, Thursday, May 16, 2019 for a limited engagement through Sunday, June 23, 2019 at The Argyle Theatre (34 West Main Street, Babylon, Long Island). Opening Night is Saturday evening, May 18, 2019 at 8:00 p.m.Forerunner Technologies, Inc. is the Presenting Sponsor of Million Dollar Quartet.

Directed and choreographed by Adam Pelty and with music direction by Taylor Gray, the 8-member ensemble features Morgan Bernhard as Carl Perkins, Jason Cohen as Brother Jay, Anthony Genovesi as Fluke, Taylor Gray as Jerry Lee Lewis, John Glowacki as Sam Phillips, Callee Miles as Dyanne, James Penca as Johnny Cash, and Alessandro Gian Viviano as Elvis Presley.

The smash-hit musical inspired by the famed recording session that brought together rock 'n' roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins for the first and only time. On December 4, 1956, these four musicians gathered at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. Featuring a score of
hits including "Blue Suede Shoes," "Great Balls of Fire," "Walk the Line," "Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On," "Folsom Prison Blues," and more, this thrilling musical brings you inside the recording studio for one unforgettable night.

"Beyond grateful to everyone who had a hand in making our first season a success," stated Argyle Artistic Director Evan Pappas. "And now, we can't wait to rock out with Million Dollar Quartet and this phenomenally talented cast. What a way to open our second season at The Argyle."

"We are incredibly appreciative of all those who came out to see our productions throughout our first season and invite you back, along with all the newcomers who have yet to experience the magic of The Argyle, to kick off our 2nd season with Million Dollar Quartet," stated Argyle Managing Partners Mark & Dylan Perlman.

Based on Original Scenic Design by Derek McLane and Based on Original Costume Design by Jane Greenwood, the creative team for *Million Dollar Quartet includes Scenic Design byNETworks, Costume Coordination by Bobbi Morse, Lighting Design by John Salutz, and Sound Design by Carlos Dias, Jr. The Production Stage Manager is Krista Swan. The Casting Director is Michael Cassara, CSA*.

Million Dollar Quartet plays the following performance schedule: Thursday at 7:30 p.m., Friday at 8:00 p.m., Saturday at 3:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m., and Sundays at 2:00 p.m. with Special Added Performances on Wednesday, June 12 & 19 at 7:30 p.m. PLEASE NOTE: There are no Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday performances.

NOW ON SALE, tickets for Million Dollar Quartet are priced from $45 - $79 and may be purchased online at www.argyletheatre.com or by calling (844) 631-5483.



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