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Memphis at Sam S. Shubert Theatre Memphis
Sam S. Shubert Theatre

A music-loving mixed-race couple struggles to survive during the early Civil Rights era in Memphis.

Show Dates:
Performances from 23 Sep 2009
Opening 19 Oct 2009
Closing Open-Ended

Performance Schedule:
Tuesday @7pm
Wednesday - Saturday @8pm
Wednesday and Saturday @2pm
Sunday @3pm
• Time Change: Sunday, December 26 @2pm

Tickets:
Pricing: $41.50 - $131.50
Box Office: Tele-charge: (212) 239-6200
Outside NY/NJ/CT: (800) 432-7250
Groups: (212) 302-7000 or (800) 677-1164

Show Run Time:
Two hours and 30 minutes, which includes a 15-minute intermission



Theatre Information:
Sam S. Shubert Theatre
225 West 44th Street
New York, NY 10036
US
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Public Transportation:

Take the N,Q,R,W or 1,2,3 to 42nd St., walk North on Broadway to 44th St. and walk West on 44th St. to the theatre
OR
Take the A,C,E to 42nd St., walk North on Eighth Avenue to 44th St. and walk East on 44th St. to the theatre


Parking:

Icon Parking Systems
1515 Broadway
New York, NY 10036
212-869-3543

Champion Parking On West 45
251 West 45th Street
New York, NY 10036
212-819-1866


Synopsis:
What happens when a 1950's Memphis DJ with white listeners decides to play African-American music? Is Memphis ready for it? Is America? The story was inspired by the legendary DJ Dewey Phillips and the music that became known as “rock ’n' roll.”

Show Advisory:
None

Genre:
Musical

Production Credits:
Christopher Ashley (Direction)
Sergio Trujillo (Choreography)
David Gallo (Scenic Design)
Paul Tazewell (Costume Design)
Howell Binkley (Lighting Design)
Ken Travis (Sound Design)

Other Credits:
Lyrics by: Joe DiPietro and David Bryan
Music by: David Bryan
Book by: Joe DiPietro

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