PHOTO CALL: Memphis Cast and Creators Perform in Shubert Alley

Memphis begins previews at the Shubert Theatre Sept. 23 with a scheduled Oct. 19 opening.

Christopher Ashley (Xanadu) directs the musical that features book and lyrics by Joe DiPietro and a score and lyrics by Bon Jovi's David Bryan (Toxic Avenger).

Chad Kimball (Into the Woods, Lennon, The Civil War, My Life with Albertine) and Montego Glover lead the cast, reprising the roles they originated in La Jolla and Seattle.

Also featured are J. Bernard Calloway (The Good Negro, "The Taking of Pelham 123") as Delray, James Monroe Iglehart (Spelling Bee) as Bobby, Cass Morgan (Mary Poppins, Ring of Fire) as Gladys Calhoun, Derrick Baskin (The Little Mermaid as Gator and Michael McGrath (Spamalot, Is He Dead?) as Mr. Simmons.

Here is a look at the event:

Memphis Cast and Creators Perform in Shubert Alley

Montego Glover performs — Memphis Cast and Creators Perform in Shubert Alley

Stars of the upcoming musical *Memphis* gathered in Shubert Alley Aug. 26 for a special performance to celebrate the opening of the show's box office. Previews begin Sept. 23.
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<I>Memphis</i> presents a check to VH1 Save The Music Foundation — *Memphis* presents a check to VH1 Save The Music Foundation

Aubrey Reuben

The cast of <I>Memphis</i> performs — The cast of *Memphis* performs

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Memphis Cast and Creators Perform in Shubert Alley

Memphis Cast and Creators Perform in Shubert Alley

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