A music-loving mixed-race couple struggles to survive during the early Civil Rights era in Memphis.
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 23 Sep 2009
Opening 19 Oct 2009
Closing Open-Ended
Time change: Sunday, July 8 @7:30pm; Sunday, October 7 @2pm; Wednesday, December 19 @7pm; Thursday, December 20 @7pm; Wednesday, December 26 @7pm; Thursday, December 27 @7pm; Sunday, December 30 @2pm
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Show Run Time:
Two hours and 30 minutes, which includes a 15-minute intermission
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Theatre Information:
Sam S. Shubert Theatre
225 West 44th Street
New York, NY 10036
US
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
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New York, NY 10036
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251 West 45th Street
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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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