n the electrifying world of Memphis the Musical, get ready for a powerful story set against the backdrop of the 1950s rock and roll revolution. Huey Calhoun, a charismatic white disc jockey with a burning passion for the forbidden music of black artists, defies convention to play it on his radio show.
Memphis the Musical is a vibrant celebration of the birth of rock and roll. The energetic score blends the sounds of rhythm and blues, gospel, and early rock, featuring infectious tunes that will have you tapping your feet. Powerful vocals and dynamic choreography complement the story, transporting you to the electrifying atmosphere of the 1950s music scene.
- David Bryan
- George W. George
- Joe DiPietro
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Tony Awards and Nominations for Memphis
| Year | Category | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Best Musical | Winner |
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Chicken & Biscuits
NextStop Theatre (3/13 - 4/6) | |
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Season 18: CONSTELLATIONS and HEAD OVER HEELS
Constellation Theatre Company (2/6 - 6/1) | |
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Sister Act
Ford's Theatre (3/14 - 5/17) | |
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Your Name Means Dream
Theater J (3/12 - 4/6) | |
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INSeries presents: Poppea
IN Series (3/14 - 3/29) | |
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The Dumb Waiter
DC Arts Center (3/7 - 3/23) | |
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Blame It On Beckett
The Writers Center (3/14 - 3/30) | |
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Kunene and the King
Klein Theatre - Shakespeare Theatre Company (2/16 - 3/16) | |
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Moulin Rouge
Van Wezel Performing Arts Center (3/18 - 3/23) | |
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The Bedwetter - A Musical
Arena Stage (2/4 - 3/16) | |
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PARADE
Opera House at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts (8/19 - 9/7) | |
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Uncle Vanya
Harman Hall - Shakespeare Theatre Company (3/30 - 4/20) | |
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Some Like it Hot
Hippodrome at France-Merrick Performing Arts Center (5/6 - 5/11) | |
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