Orpheum Theatre Memphis at Orpheum Theatre Group

Capacity: 2,308

Opened: 1928

Events: Broadway musicals, plays, concerts, comedy shows, ballet, educational programs, movie nights

Orpheum Theatre Memphis at Orpheum Theatre Group

Having first opened way back in 1928, the Orpheum Theatre Memphis has been a mainstay of live entertainment in Memphis for nearly a century. The Theatre is part of the Orpheum Theatre Group in the city along with the Halloran Centre for Performing Arts & Education. Housed in a gorgeous historic building that was one of the first in Memphis to be included on the National Register of Historic Places, Orpheum Theatre Memphis includes a massive Wurlitzer pipe organ, a common feature in theatres during the silent film era. The venue is known for hosting touring Broadway musicals and plays, concerts, comedy shows, movie nights, ballet, and educational programs. 

Orpheum Theatre Memphis - Upcoming Concerts, Tours, and Events

Currently, the Orpheum Theatre Memphis is known for providing its stage to touring Broadway musicals and plays along with concerts of various types, comedy shows, and other live entertainment. Movie nights are hosted at the Theatre in homage to its heritage, as well as educational programs. Ballet Memphis also performs at the venue several times per year. Here is a list of some of the most exciting events scheduled for the Orpheum Theatre Memphis in 2024: 

• ・Mar 17 - Mrs. Doubtfire: A New Musical Comedy

• ・Mar 23 - One Hallelujah Tour

• ・Mar 24 - Kountry Wayne

• ・Mar 29-30 - Bob Dylan: World Wide Tour 2021-24

• ・Apr 3-21 - Wicked (musical)

• ・Apr 24 - Brit Floyd: P·U·L·S·E

• ・Apr 27 - KEM: Live in Concert

• ・May 31-Jun 2 - Shrek: The Musical

• ・Jun 12 - Matt Rife: ProbleMATTIC World Tour!

• ・Jun 21-23 - Come from Away: The Musical

Orpheum Theatre Memphis - Past Concerts, Tours, and Events

Over the course of its long history, the Orpheum Theatre Memphis has hosted a huge range of events. In its early years, music legends such as Eddie Cantor, Louis Armstrong, and Duke Ellington appeared on stage in the theater. In recent years, major touring Broadway musical productions have had extended runs at the venue, including The Lion King, Wicked, CATS, and Les Miserables. Concerts have also featured such stars as as Bob Dylan, Mary J. Blige, Sarah McLachlan, John Mellencamp, Tony Bennett, and comedians like Jerry Seinfeld have had patrons rolling in the theater’s storied aisles. The Orpheum Theatre Memphis is truly the perfect venue, with something fun for fans of all ages!

Orpheum Theatre Memphis - Seating Chart

The Orpheum Theatre Memphis features 6 main levels of seating: Orchestra, Mezzanine, Grand Tier, Balcony, Lower Gallery, Upper Gallery (only on stage left, oddly!). Seats are priced according to location and their level of opulence. To find the seats that you’re after, check out TicketX. Our handy seating chart can help you compare different seating options and find tickets that match your price range and location preferences.

How to get the cheapest tickets to events and concerts at the Orpheum Theatre Memphis

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