News Summary

The Historic Savannah Theater is set to present the musical ‘Million Dollar Quartet’ starting April 10th. This production evokes memories of a legendary jam session from 1956, featuring local talent Zachary Tate as Johnny Cash. With some artistic liberties taken for entertainment, the show dramatizes a memorable evening at Sun Records with musical legends Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins. Audiences are encouraged to participate and enjoy a captivating musical experience.

Savannah to Host ‘Million Dollar Quartet’ Musical Featuring Local Talent Starting April 10th

The Historic Savannah Theater is set to present the musical ‘Million Dollar Quartet,’ starting April 10th. This production invites audiences to reminisce about a legendary jam session that took place in 1956.

About the Musical

• Tony Award-nominated: The show dramatizes the memorable evening when Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presley collaborated at Sun Records studio in Memphis.
• Some artistic liberties are taken for entertainment, but the overall story remains largely accurate.

Featured Talent

Local talent Zachary Tate stars as Johnny Cash. This performance marks Tate’s first role as music director after participating in the show nine times in various capacities, including Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley.

Tate expressed his enthusiasm for directing in his hometown, stating he feels blessed to work professionally in Savannah.

Show Highlights

• Designed to appeal to audiences of all ages, the production connects with both those familiar with the artists and those discovering them for the first time.
• Described as a true musical revue, ‘Million Dollar Quartet’ offers both captivating music and the compelling story behind that historic night.
• The production also features Sam Phillips, the owner of Sun Records, who was instrumental in bringing the musicians together.

Tickets and Performance Dates

‘Million Dollar Quartet’ opens on April 10th at the Historic Savannah Theater. Audiences are encouraged to sing and dance along with the performances.

Tickets for the shows are now available for purchase.

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Additional Resources

• NRV News
• Wikipedia: Million Dollar Quartet
• WSAV News
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Musical Theater
• Urban Milwaukee