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Million Dollar Quartet 2010 - Articles Page 4

Run Time:
1 Hour and 40 Minutes, with no intermission
Opened: April 11, 2010
Closing: June 12, 2011

Million Dollar Quartet - 2010 Broadway History , Info & More

Nederlander Theatre (Broadway)
208 W. 41st St. New York, NY 10036

On December 4, 1956, an auspicious twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presley together. The place was Sun Records' storefront studio in Memphis. The man who made it happen was Sam Phillips, the "Father of Rock 'n' Roll," who discovered them all. The four legends-to-be united for the only time in their careers for an impromptu recording that has come to be known as one of the greatest rock jam sessions of all time.



MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET features a treasure trove of the greatest rock 'n' roll, gospel, R&B and country hits from these music legends, including such iconic songs as "Blue Suede Shoes," "Fever," "Sixteen Tons," "Who Do You Love?," "Great Balls of Fire," "Riders in the Sky," "I Walk the Line," "Folsom Prison Blues," and "Whole Lotta' Shakin' Goin' On." MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET captures the infectious spirit, freewheeling excitement and thrilling sounds of a singular moment when four of the music industry's most extraordinary talents, all in their creative prime, came together for one of the most memorable nights in music history.


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Jerry Lee Lewis to Joins MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Sep. 10!
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2010


MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, Broadway's new musical sensation, is thrilled to announce that music legend Jerry Lee Lewis, the last surviving member of the real ‘Million Dollar Quartet,' will join the cast of the Tony nominated Best Musical for a special encore during the Friday evening, September 10 performance.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Holds Open Auditions in UK in Sept.
by Jessica Lewis - September 9, 2010


As BroadwayWorld had previously reported, the UK is abuzz with talks of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET making its way across the pond. The show's official UK website seems to validate the rumors, as casting calls for the roles of Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley have been announced in Glasgow, London, Liverpool, Bristol, and Dublin. No word as to whether or not the show is West End-bound specifically or if any of the original Broadway cast members will be making the move.

CHATTER: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Headed to West End?
by Robert Diamond - September 6, 2010


UK Theatre Site WhatsOnStage.com is reporting the buzz that MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET might be headed to the West End in 2011 with talks underway. There's no word at the current time on potential opening dates or whether or on what cast members might be headed over.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET To Perform On Fox & Friends 9/3, MDA Telethon 9/5
by TV News Desk - September 3, 2010


On Friday, September 3, the cast of Broadway's MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, will perform on FOX News' 'Fox & Friends' (6:00AM-9:00AM EST on Channel 44 in New York. Check local listings).

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET To Perform On Fox & Friends 9/3, MDA Telethon 9/5
by Gabrielle Sierra - August 31, 2010


On Friday, September 3, the cast of Broadway's MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, will perform on FOX News' 'Fox & Friends' (6:00AM-9:00AM EST on Channel 44 in New York. Check local listings).

Jerry Lee Lewis to Join MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Sep. 10!
by Robert Diamond - August 18, 2010


MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, Broadway's new musical sensation, is thrilled to announce that music legend Jerry Lee Lewis, the last surviving member of the real ‘Million Dollar Quartet,' will join the cast of the Tony nominated Best Musical for a special encore during the Friday evening, September 10 performance.

STAGE TUBE: Larry Gatlin Takes the Stage with MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
by Jessica Lewis - August 9, 2010


Yesterday, August 8, Grammy-winning country music star Larry Gatlin took the stage of the Nederlander Theatre to join the cast of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET in a special performance of the song 'Johnny Cash is Dead and His House Burned Down,' a song written in tribute to Cash who was a friend of Gatlin's. In addition, Gatlin wrote songs that were recorded by Cash, Elvis Presley, and Carl Perkins, three of the members of the real Million Dollar Quartet. BroadwayWorld brings you a look at his cameo below!

TV: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Plays Broadway in Bryant Park!
by Robert Diamond - August 6, 2010


The best of Broadway is being presented free on six consecutive Thursdays this summer with '106.7 Lite fm Presents Broadway in Bryant Park 2010' - a lunchtime series which began on Thursday, July 8th at 12:30pm on the Bryant Park Stage. Sponsored by Bank of America, and JCPenney 33rd & 6th, and hosted by Lite fm's on-air personalities, the tenth annual presentation of open-air, On- and Off- Broadway lunch hour performances runs through August 12th.

Photo Coverage: QUARTET, FELA!, AVENUE Q & More Play Broadway in Bryant Park!
by Monica Simoes - August 6, 2010


The best of Broadway is being presented free on six consecutive Thursdays this summer with '106.7 Lite fm Presents Broadway in Bryant Park 2010' - a lunchtime series which began on Thursday, July 8th at 12:30pm on the Bryant Park Stage. Sponsored by Bank of America, and JCPenney 33rd & 6th, and hosted by Lite fm's on-air personalities, the tenth annual presentation of open-air, On- and Off- Broadway lunch hour performances runs through August 12th.

Millon Dollar Quartet Rocks! Extended to January 2nd
by Trish Vignola - August 1, 2010


Million Dollar Quartet is an electrifying musical inspired by the famed recording session that brought together Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins and Jerry Lee Lewis for the first and only time on December 4th, 1956. The Broadway production is still going strong with the original Chicago cast, three Tony nominations and one win, but don't count the Chicago production out yet. It's still rocking with a new cast now through January 2nd at the Apollo Theater.

STAGE TUBE: Guy Davis Takes the Stage with MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
by Jessica Lewis - July 21, 2010


Last night, July 20, legendary blues musician Guy Davis took the stage with Broadway's own 'Million Dollar Quartet' for the show's finale. Click below to see their performance!

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Performs On Jimmy Fallon 7/15
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2010


On Thursday, July 15, the cast of Broadway's MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, the new musical sensation, will perform on NBC's 'Late Night with Jimmy Fallon' (12:35AM-1:35AM on Channel 4 in New York. Check local listings).

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET To Perform On Jimmy Fallon 7/15
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 12, 2010


On Thursday, July 15, the cast of Broadway's MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, the new musical sensation, will perform on NBC's 'Late Night with Jimmy Fallon' (12:35AM-1:35AM on Channel 4 in New York. Check local listings).

Ken Fallin Illustrates: Levi Kreis in MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
by Ken Fallin - July 9, 2010


BroadwayWold.com is pleased to present illustrator Ken Fallin, who brings you original illustrations of everyone's favorite theatrical stars each week. This week's feature: 2010 Tony Winner for Best Featured Actor in a Musical Levi Kreis of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Celebrates 100th Performance on Broadway
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 7, 2010


MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, the new Broadway musical sensation, celebrates its 100th performance on Broadway tonight during the evening performance at the Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street).

STAGE TUBE: Melissa Ethridge Rocks 'Ball & Chain' and 'Trouble' with Broadway's QUARTET - Official Video!
by Jessica Lewis - June 24, 2010


Last night, Etheridge took the stage of the Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street) to join the cast with special performances of 'Ball and Chain' and 'Trouble.'

Photo Coverage: Backstage at MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET with Melissa Etheridge!
by Walter McBride - June 24, 2010


Yesterday, June 23, Eddie Clendening, Lance Guest, Tony Award® winner Levi Kreis, Robert Britton Lyons, Tony Award® nominee Hunter Foster, Elizabeth Stanley, Corey Kaiser and Larry Lelli were joined onstage for the MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET finale by special guest Melissa Etheridge! BroadwayWorld was on hand to capture the backstage celebration with the 15-time Grammy nominee (and winner of two) and Broadway's beloved QUARTET!

Photo Coverage: Melissa Etheridge Jams with MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET!
by Walter McBride - June 24, 2010


Yesterday, June 23, Eddie Clendening, Lance Guest, Tony Award® winner Levi Kreis, Robert Britton Lyons, Tony Award® nominee Hunter Foster, Elizabeth Stanley, Corey Kaiser and Larry Lelli were joined onstage for the MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET finale by special guest Melissa Etheridge! BroadwayWorld was on hand to capture the 15-time Grammy nominee (and winner of two) jam with the QUARTET!

Photo Coverage: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Celebrates Cast Album Release at Barnes & Noble
by Peter James Zielinski - June 24, 2010


Yesterday, June 22, Eddie Clendening, Lance Guest, Tony Award® winner Levi Kreis, Robert Britton Lyons, Tony Award® nominee Hunter Foster, Elizabeth Stanley, Corey Kaiser and Larry Lelli celebrated the release of the MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET cast album at Barnes and Noble in Lincoln Triangle. BroadwayWorld was on hand to capture the event!

Melissa Etheridge Joins MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET 6/23
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2010


MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, Broadway's new hit musical, is pleased to announce that Academy Award winner and two-time Grammy Award winner Melissa Etheridge will join the cast of the Tony nominated Best Musical for a special performance during the finale of the Wednesday evening, June 23 performance.

Million Dollar Quartet History

Other Productions of Million Dollar Quartet

2010   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2011   West End Original London Production
West End
2011   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Transfer
Off-Broadway
2011   US Tour National Tour
US Tour

Million Dollar Quartet - 2010 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2010 Drama Desk Awards utstanding Musical Revue Million Dollar Quartet
2010 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Levi Kreis
2010 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Colin Escott
2010 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Floyd Mutrux
2010 Tony Awards Best Musical Relevant Theatricals
2010 Tony Awards Best Musical John Cossette Productions
2010 Tony Awards Best Musical American Pop Anthology
2010 Tony Awards Best Musical Broadway Across America
2010 Tony Awards Best Musical James L. Nederlander
2010 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Levi Kreis

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