TURN UP THAT DIAL ... From the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis, Tennessee, comes a hot new Broadway musical that bursts off the stage with explosive dancing, irresistible songs and a thrilling tale of fame and forbidden love. Inspired by actual events, MEMPHIS is about a white radio DJ who wants to change the world and a black club singer who is ready for her big break. Come along on their incredible journey to the ends of the airwaves – filled with laughter, soaring emotion and roof-raising rock ‘n’ roll. Winner of four 2010 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, MEMPHIS, which played pre-Broadway at the La Jolla Playhouse, features a Tony-winning book by Joe DiPietro (I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change) and a Tony-winning original score with music by Bon Jovi founding member David Bryan. Directing is Tony nominee Christopher Ashley (Xanadu), and choreography is by Sergio Trujillo (Jersey Boys ). Get ready to experience Broadway’s most exciting new destination – what AP calls “The very essence of what a Broadway musical should be.”
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 Dates:
Performances from 30 Apr 2013
Closing 05 May 2013
Performance Schedule:
Tuesday at 7:30pm
Wednesday at 2pm and 7:30pm
Thursday at 7:30pm
Friday at 8pm
Saturday at 2pm and 8pm
Sunday at 2pm
Tickets:
Pricing: $55 - $85
Box Office: (302) 656-4401 or 800-338-0881
Group Sales info: (302) 594-3111
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Theatre Information:
DuPont Theatre
10th and Market Street
Hotel Du Pont
Wilmington, DE 19801
US
Genre:
Musical
Other Credits:
Lyrics by: Joe DiPietro and David Bryan Music by: David Bryan Book by: Joe DiPietro
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