One of my absolute favorite things to do in Memphis is to see a Broadway show at the beautiful, classy historic Orpheum Theatre on Beale Street. This has a lot to do with me being a musical nerd and Broadway lover, but even theater newbies can find a show they enjoy at the Orpheum.

The theater itself has a long and interesting history, starting off as a vaudeville theater in the 1800s with numerous rebuilds and restorations (including after a devastating 1923 fire). Today's Orpheum still has the historic gilded ceilings, velvety carpets, and incredible performances. It's the perfect date night, friend-date night, or hang-out-with-your-mom activity.  

I have so many memories of wonderful and weird shows, everything from Broadway blockbusters like Wicked and Hamilton to hilarious shows like Something Rotten! (one of my all-time underrated favorites) and heartfelt tearjerkers like The Color Purple.

I appreciate that Memphis gets to see Broadway shows and other big concerts without having to go to New York, and I also appreciate that the lineup always has a mix of classics, newer shows. and jukebox musicals. Here's what show are coming to Memphis this season at the Orpheum downtown:

Orpheum Memphis Broadway Shows 2021- 2022

The Orpheum Theatre in downtown Memphis will resume hosting traveling Broadway performances in October 2021.

Season tickets include six shows—excluding The Lion King and CATS—but you can purchase those two as add-ons. More ticket information following the lineup below. The following shows are for the adjusted 2021- 2022 Orpheum Memphis Broadway Series:

COME FROM AWAY - October 5– 10, 2021 (rescheduled from 2019-2020 season)

DISNEY’S THE LION KING – November 11 – 28, 2021

HAMILTON – December 21, 2021 – January 2, 2022

HADESTOWN – February 1 – 6, 2022

TOOTSIE – February 15 – 20, 2022

CATS – March 22 – 27, 2022

MEAN GIRLS – April 26 – May 1, 2022

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR – June 28 – July 3, 2022

THE BAND'S VISIT - April 12 - 17, 2022

Get your tickets here.