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After studying music and theatre in grade school, Cary continued his theatre education at Lambuth University with a Theatre and Chorus scholarship. In 2001, a year after moving to Memphis, Cary began performing upon numerous Memphis stages such as Playhouse on the Square, Circuit Playhouse, Theatreworks, The Orpheum, Germantown Community Theatre, and Theatre Memphis. His recent Memphis stage credits include Marvin in Falsettos (Ostrander winner: Best Ensemble); Kyle (the UPS man) in Legally Blonde: The Musical (Ostrander nomination); Lancelot (et. al) in Spamalot; Anthony in Sweeney Todd; Mr. Greenfelt (et. al) in Debbie Does Dallas: The Musical; Greg Connell in The Boy from Oz; and Jake in Zombie Prom (Ostrander winner: Best Ensemble).

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DON'T HYDROPLACE Comes to Playhouse on the Square
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2023

Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with Circuit Playhouse, Inc. Super Sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff, presents Don’t Hydroplane. Performances run July 7th – July 23rd, 2023 as part of NewWorks@TheWorks at Overton Square Performing Arts District 2085 Monroe Ave, Memphis, TN 38104.
Theatre Memphis Presents MAMMA MIA!
by Julie Musbach - Aug 6, 2019

Mamma Mia! kicks off Theatre Memphis' 99th season on the Lohrey Stage and runs August 16 - September 8, 2019. 
9 TO 5 Comes to Playhouse on the Square
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 27, 2017

Pushed to their boiling points, coworkers Violet, Judy, and Doralee concoct a plan to get even with their sexist, egotistical, and bigoted boss. In a hilarious turn of events, they live out their wildest fantasies - giving their boss the boot! While their boss remains "otherwise engaged," the women give their workplace a dream makeover taking control of the company that had always kept them down. Set in the late 1970s, this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought provoking, and even a little romantic.
The Circuit Playhouse's CARRIE Begins in October
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 24, 2015

Carrie White doesn't fit in. At school, the popular students torture her; at home, her religiously fanatical mother terrorizes her. But Carrie's just discovered she's got a special power, and if pushed too far, she's not afraid to use it. Based on the best selling novel, Carrie the Musical spins an epic tale of torment and revenge.
Playhouse on the Square to Present CARRIE THE MUSICAL
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 2, 2015

Carrie White doesn't fit in. At school, the popular students torture her; at home, her religiously fanatical mother terrorizes her. But Carrie's just discovered she's got a special power, and if pushed too far, she's not afraid to use it. Based on the best selling novel, Carrie the Musical spins an epic tale of torment and revenge.
Photo Flash: First Look - THE BOY FROM OZ at Theatre Memphis
by Sally Henry Fuller - Mar 14, 2015

The Boy from Oz opens March 6 and runs through March 29, 2015, on the Lohrey Stage at Theatre Memphis. Touted as one of the national premieres on its return to the United States, this 'life of' musical tells the story of Peter Allen's rise from an intro act for Judy Garland, to his marriage to her daughter, Liza Minnelli, through his triumph as an Oscar-winning song writer and Radio City Music Hall concert star and his untimely death. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at the show!
BWW Reviews: Theatre Memphis' THE BOY FROM OZ - Sparkles Aren't Just for July 4th
by Joseph Baker - Mar 13, 2015

There was a time when it seemed as if any talent contender in a beauty pageant would lay into 'Don't Cry Out Loud' (later, Dolly Parton's 'I Will Always Love You' seemed to supplant it). It crept out of every radio station ad nauseum. Its almost iconic 'ear candy' status rendered it cringe-inducing, as far as I was concerned. Moreover, its composer and interpreter, Australian Peter Allen, was not the kind of performer I enjoyed - I prefer my talent without the 'over the top' exclamation point; he belonged, to my way of thinking, to the Liberace/Barry Manilow/Liza Minelli kind of performer. (Admittedly, I have a number of friends who take issue with this and who, rope in hand, would gladly pursue me if lynching were acceptable.) Their 'showmanship' and 'over the top' self-promotion proved exhausting. However, the intervening years have reconciled me to Allen's music, and THE BOY FROM OZ. with a book by Martin Sherman and Nick Enright and a parade of Allen songs, has, in Theatre Memphis' latest offering, even somewhat endeared me to him.
Photo Flash: First Look at Theatre Memphis' THE BOY FROM OZ
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 10, 2015

The Boy from Oz runs through March 29, 2015, on the Lohrey Stage at Theatre Memphis. Touted as one of the national premieres on its return to the United States, this 'life of' musical tells the story of Peter Allen's rise from an intro act forJudy Garland, to his marriage to her daughter, Liza Minnelli, through his triumph as an Oscar-winning song writer and Radio City Music Hall concert star and his untimely death. Featuring the original songs made popular in night clubs and on tours, memorable hits as 'Don't Cry Out Loud,' 'Love Don't Need a Reason,' 'Everything Old is New Again' and 'I Go to Rio' are included In this all out extravaganza.
Sondheim's COMPANY Plays Germantown Community Theatre, Now thru 9/28
by BWW News Desk - Sep 12, 2014

GCT will open their 2014-2015 season with Stephen Sondheim's COMPANY. Most recently revived at the New York Philharmonic in 2011, COMPANY follows bachelor Bobby as he celebrates his 35th birthday with all of his couple friends. Patrons are sure to enjoy the richly complex composition by Stephen Sondheim as Bobby explores the ins and outs of 'Being Alive'.
Sondheim's COMPANY to Play Germantown Community Theatre, 9/12-28
by BWW News Desk - Aug 27, 2014

GCT will open their 2014-2015 season with Stephen Sondheim's COMPANY. Most recently revived at the New York Philharmonic in 2011, COMPANY follows bachelor Bobby as he celebrates his 35th birthday with all of his couple friends. Patrons are sure to enjoy the richly complex composition by Stephen Sondheim as Bobby explores the ins and outs of "Being Alive".
BWW Reviews: SPAMALOT Finds Holy Grail at POTS
by Caroline Sposto - Jan 29, 2014

In addition to being a sacred chalice, the Holy Grail is a metaphor for an ultimate ideal or reward. If hilarity is Spamalot's Holy Grail, the current production at Playhouse on the Square most certainly found it.
SPAMALOT Runs Now thru 2/16 at Playhouse on the Square
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2014

This Tony Award winner for Best Musical and Drama Desk Award winner for Outstanding New Musical is a comedy 'lovingly ripped off from' the 1975 film Monty Python and the Holy Grail. King Arthur, so dubbed when the Lady of the Lake gave him Excalibur, travels England in search of knights for his Round Table who go on a search for the Holy Grail. With musical numbers like 'He Is Not Dead Yet' and 'Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life,' Monty Python's Spamalot 'raises silliness to an art form!' -The Sunday Times
SPAMALOT to Run 1/24-2/16 at Playhouse on the Square
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 8, 2014

This Tony Award winner for Best Musical and Drama Desk Award winner for Outstanding New Musical is a comedy "lovingly ripped off from" the 1975 film Monty Python and the Holy Grail. King Arthur, so dubbed when the Lady of the Lake gave him Excalibur, travels England in search of knights for his Round Table who go on a search for the Holy Grail. With musical numbers like "He Is Not Dead Yet" and "Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life," Monty Python's Spamalot "raises silliness to an art form!" -The Sunday Times
The Circuit Playhouse Presents DEBBIE DOES DALLAS, 3/1-24
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 6, 2013

All-American small-town sweetheart Debbie Benton has one dream - to become a Texas Cowgirls Cheerleader. When she gets her big break, the only thing standing between her and success is the bus fare to Dallas. She and her friends get after-school jobs but when their jobs just don't cut it, Debbie's boss has an idea of how good girls can earn lots of money performing "little favors." The girls get down to it with enthusiasm and through sex, sweat, and tears they raise enough money for Debbie to achieve her dream.
Playhouse on the Square’s Curtain Up Offers Magic Kids, Martinis And More
by BWW News Desk - Nov 11, 2011

The Magic Kids will join an eclectic lineup of local musicians to perform at Playhouse on the Square's Curtain Up on 11-11-11.
Playhouse on the Square’s Curtain Up Offers Magic Kids, Martinis And More
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 21, 2011

The Magic Kids will join an eclectic lineup of local musicians to perform at Playhouse on the Square's Curtain Up on 11-11-11.

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