LES MIS, MEMPHIS, MDQ & More Set for Orpheum 2011-12 Season

2011-2012 promises to be the best Broadway Season ever at The Orpheum Theatre. Filled with Tony® Award-winners and audience favorites, this spectacular season brings another year of incredible entertainment and features new and familiar titles, including some of Broadway's hottest tickets.

Also joining the line-up this season are two shows that hit very close to home; Memphis, The Musical and Million Dollar Quartet, both Tony® Award-winning productions that pay tribute to the great city of Memphis and its rich musical legacy. These shows explore the story behind the music, revealing that soul, gospel, blues, and jazz all brought an ingredient to the recipe that gave the world rock ‘n roll.

"This is ‘Memphis season'" says Pat Halloran, Orpheum President and CEO. "Featuring two musicals about our city, our music, Beale Street, and our very own Orpheum, this lineup is adorned with multiple Tony® Award-winning and nominated productions and also includes five shows still being performed every night on Broadway. I truly believe that this season is as strong as or even stronger than any season we have had the honor of presenting."

The Official 2011-2012 Broadway Season Lineup

LES MISERABLES
September 13th-18th, 2011
Based on Victor Hugo's classic novel, this brand new 25th anniversary production is an epic and uplifting story about the survival of the human spirit.

MEMPHIS, THE MUSICAL
October 14th-23rd, 2011
From the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis, Tennessee, comes the Tony Award® winning musical that bursts off the stage with explosive dancing, irresistible songs, and a thrilling tale of fame and forbidden love.

WHITE CHRISTMAS

November 22nd-27th, 2011

The classic holiday movie comes to the stage at last! Full of dancing, laughter, and some of the greatest songs ever written, Irving Berlin's White Christmas promises a merry and bright theatrical experience for the whole family!

Million Dollar Quartet
February 14th-19th, 2012
Inspired by the true story of the famed recording session where Sam Philips, the "Father of Rock ‘n' Roll" brought together icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins for one unforgettable night.

LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
March 20th-25th, 2012
Winner of three Tony Awards® including the award for BEST MUSICAL REVIVAL, this indisputable musical comedy classic is a tuneful and touching tale of one family's struggle to stay together... stay fabulous... and above all else, stay true to themselves!

THE ADDAMS FAMILY
April 24th-29th, 2011
A smash-hit musical comedy that brings the darkly delirious world of Gomez, Morticia, Uncle Fester, Grandma, Wednesday, Pugsley, and, of course, Lurch to spooky and spectacular life. Come meet the family. We'll leave the lights off for you.

MAMMA MIA
(Optional)
June 5th-10th, 2012
The enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, this musical favorite that combines ABBA's greatest hits, including "Dancing Queen," "S.O.S.," "Super Trouper," "Take A Chance on Me" and "The Winner Takes It All."

The Orpheum's 2011-2012 Broadway Series is, for the third year, pleased to announce its corporate sponsor, Harrah's Tunica, whose generous contributions and partnership makes the season possible and is vital to the success of the Theatre.

Current season ticket holders may renew for the 2011-2012 Broadway season through April 4, 2011. Season ticket packages will be available to the general public beginning April 15, 2011. Based on the performance day, packages start at just $94 for six shows. MAMMA MIA is optional and may be added to the season package at an additional cost. Those interested in more information about season tickets should contact (901) 525-3000 or visit www.orpheum-memphis.com.

 

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