MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Makes its Toronto Premiere, 7/10

Inspired by the electrifying true story, the national tour of the Broadway musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET will make its Toronto premiere on Thursday, July 12 at Toronto Centre for the Arts.

 

On December 4, 1956, an auspicious twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis 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 young musicians united for the only time in their careers for an impromptu recording that has come to be known as one of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll jam sessions of all time.

 

"This thrilling Broadway musical brings you inside the recording studio with four iconic talents for one unforgettable night” said Aubrey Dan, president of Dancap Productions. “Don't miss your only chance to experience the birth of Rock n' Roll through the sensational music and the personal stories of Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins. If you loved Jersey Boys, I know you will also love Million Dollar Quartet!”

 

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET brings that legendary night to life with an irresistible tale of broken promises, secrets, and amazing music featuring an eclectic score of rock, gospel, R&B and country hits including; “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Fever,” “Sixteen Tons,” “Who Do You Love?,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Matchbox,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “ Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On,” “Hound Dog,” and more.

 

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is directed by Eric Schaeffer and features a book by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux. The cast for the national tour includes: Lee Ferris as Carl Perkins, Martin Kaye as Jerry Lee Lewis, Derek Keeling as Johnny Cash, with Eddie Clendening as Elvis Presley.

 

Presents

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET

Toronto Centre for the Arts

July 10-29, 2012

Tuesday – Saturday @ 7:30pm, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday @ 2pm

Ticket prices range from $51 - $180 and can be purchased online at www.DancapTickets.com

or by calling 416.644.3665 or 1.866.950.7469

Groups of 8 or more can save up to 15%, call 416.644.3666 or toll free at 1.866.960.7469

 

For more information visit www.DancapTickets.com