Brooke Papritz

Review: CATCH ME IF YOU CAN at Playhouse On The Square

Frank Abagnale, Jr. is a REAL character. And by real, I mean totally fake. According to his 1980 memoir and the 2002 film starring Leonardo DiCaprio (directed by Steven Spielberg), this man claims to have worked as an assistant state attorney general, a Pan Am commercial airline pilot and a hospital physician-all without any formal training.

Review: POTUS at Circuit Playhouse

What did our critic think of POTUS at Circuit Playhouse? As with any comedy, and farce particularly, timing is everything and it takes about half of Act I before the cast finds their rhythm and ensures the audience is keeping up with them. It’s a lot all at once.

Review: CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at Playhouse On The Square

What did our critic think of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at Playhouse On The Square?

THE PROM Comes to Playhouse on the Square

Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with Circuit Playhouse, Inc. Super Sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff and Playhouse on the Square Season Sponsor Dorothy O. Kirsch, presents The Prom.

JERSEY BOYS Comes to Playhouse on the Square in June

Oh, what a night! The Broadway smash hit, chronicling the rise and eventual breakup of the legendary doo-wop group Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, makes its Regional Premiere in the Bluff City! Featuring chart-toppers like “Sherry,” “Beggin,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” and “Walk Like a Man.” Jersey Boys is an exciting walk down memory lane of the Golden Era of American Music.

The Circuit Playhouse Opens Regional Premiere of INK, About Rupert Murdoch

The Circuit Playhouse, in partnership with Show Sponsors Art and Nancy Graesser along with Sharon Younger Circuit Playhouse, Inc. Super Sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff, presents the regional premiere of James Graham’s Tony-nominated play, INK, written by James Graham.

The Circuit Playhouse Presents ROE in February

Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with Gene and Carol Katz, Karen McCarthy, and Super Sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff, present Lisa Loomer's new play dedicated to the controversial Roe versus Wade decision.

Playhouse On The Square's Holiday Show Series Brings Back JUNIE B. JONES

The Circuit Playhouse's favorite first-grader is at it again! Junie B's Essential Survival Guide to School is a hilarious, whole-hearted show about owning up to your mistakes, and how no one is ever done learning.  The Kidz Bop inspired production is filled with entertaining songs and dance numbers designed for all families to enjoy.

Playhouse On The Square Opens Season 54 With A World Premiere SHANKTOWN

Playhouse on the Square present the winner of the 2021NewWorks@TheWorks national playwriting competition, SHANKTOWN by Mary Donnet Johnson, running July 8 – July 24 at TheatreWorks@TheSquare.

SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE Comes to Playhouse on the Square Tonight

Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with Art and Nancy Graesser, Jerry and Nina Patton Family Foundation, 1910 Frame Works, Playhouse on the Square season sponsor, Dorothy O. Kirsch, and super sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff present the much-anticipated Playhouse on the Square Revival of SMOKEY JOE’S CAFÉ, with Music & Lyrics by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller.

SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE Returns To Playhouse On The Square

Playhouse on the Square presents SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE, featuring music & lyrics by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, April 29 – May 29, 2022.

Playhouse Colors Presents LITTLE SHOP OF HORROR Next Month

Little Shop of Horrors is the first installment of The Playhouse on the Square Holiday Series of shows entitled Welcome to Show Row.

BWW Review: DAYS OF RAGE at Playhouse On The Square

After a 17-month pandemic-induced hiatus, Playhouse on the Square has finally opened its doors again to an in-person audience with its season premiere of DAYS OF RAGE (now through September 19th). But just when we thought it was safe to congregate again, Shelby County is now wrestling with the ongoing challenges of the latest COVID Delta Variant and theatres across the Mid-South find themselves scrambling to figure out how to present much-needed live theatre without killing anyone. For now, Playhouse seems content to socially distance the audience, while still allowing the actors to perform without masks or shields. Memphis theatres may have thought they were at the end of this nightmare, but, in many ways, it feels like they are right back at the beginning.

Playhouse On The Square Presents DAYS OF RAGE By Steven Levenson

Playhouse on the Square will open its main stage with Days of Rage by Steven Levenson.

Playhouse On The Square Announces The Finale Of Their Digital Play Season

The theatre has also announced its new streaming partner, Broadway on Demand; which will be the streaming platform for the production of The Taming.

Playhouse On The Square Has Plans For Your Valentine's Day

Playhouse on the Square, a 501 3(c) non-profit organization, has made Valentine's Day easy this year!  A $100 ticket package will include ONE bottle of Champagne, FOUR cupcakes from Macaronagerie Memphis, ONE $25 Gift Card to Pugh's Flowers, and of course, an hour long digital cabaret featuring musical theatre love songs performed by Playhouse on the Square Resident and Associate Company Members! Serenade your sweetie with music from Rent, Memphis, Hairspray, and more!

Virtual Theatre Today: Friday, November 27- with Sierra Boggess, Lea Salonga, and More!

Today (November 27) in live streaming: pets takeover at Stars in the House, Lea Salonga in concert, and so much more!

Playhouse on the Square Presents THE GREAT WINE PERFORMANCES

Welcome Playhouse on the Square into your home for one of our favorite fundraisers of the year: The Great Wine Performances! And this year, they've gone virtual! Memphis' favorite drinking trivia game returns with a new look but the same exciting performers and world-class spirits you've come to expect.

Playhouse On The Square Goes Digital For The Fall

Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with super sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff and a generous grant from the Jeniam Foundation and Arts Memphis, will continue to offer its patrons digital content through the Fall, in response to current COVID-19 opening protocols.  

Playhouse on the Square Will Present the Regional Premiere of THE BOOK OF WILL by Lauren Gunderson

Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with Athens Paper and super sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff will produce a new work by America's most produced living playwright, Lauren Gunderson.