The Musical "Memphis" Opens at East Brunswick's Playhouse 22

From the underground dance clubs of 1950’s Memphis, Tennessee, "Memphis" is a Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical that bursts off the stage with explosive dancing, irresistible songs and a thrilling tale of fame and forbidden love. Inspired by actual events, the show is about a white radio DJ who wants to change the world and a black club singer who is ready for her big break. Winner of four 2010 Tony Awards including Best Musical and two 2015 Olivier Awards.

Letitia D. Townes directs Playhouse 22’s production, with music direction by Khy Garner and choreography by Q.

The show will run June 7 - 23, with performances on Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Due to demand, an additional matinee performance has been added on June 22 at 2 p.m.

Grant funding has been provided by the Middlesex County Board of County Commissioners through a grant award from the Middlesex County Cultural and Arts Trust Fund.

The theater is conveniently located at the Elliott Taubenslag Theater at the East Brunswick Community Arts Center, 721 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick.

Tickets are $24/adults and $22/seniors and students, and they must be purchased at Playhouse22.org or over the phone at 732-254-3939.