Book by COLIN ESCOTT and FLOYD MUTRUX
Original Concept and Direction by FLOYD MUTRUX
Inspired by ELVIS PRESLEY, JOHNNY CASH, JERRY LEE LEWIS and CARL PERKINS
Directed by ALESSANDRO VIVIANO, Music Directed by CHRIS COFFEY
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is the electrifying true story of the night in 1956 when Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, and Carl Perkins all came together for an impromptu jam session at Sun Records in Memphis. This Tony-nominated musical features powerhouse performances, classic rock 'n' roll hits, and a story about artistic ambition, fame, and the unrepeatable magic of musical collaboration.
""Wildly entertaining!” - Hollywood Reporter
""The show kicks up an exhilarating fuss each time one of the stars takes the mike. The best seats for Million Dollar Quartet are any ones within earshot."
-The Washington Post
Previews (September 24 & 25, 2025)
Wednesday at 7:30pm
Thursday at 2:00pm and 7:30pm
Regular Performances (September 26 - November 2, 2025)
Friday at 8:00pm
Saturday at 2:00pm and 8:00pm (No 8:00pm show on Sat., November 1)
Sunday at 2:00pm Talk Back with the cast following matinee performances
Tuesday at 2:00pm
Wednesday at 7:30pm
Thursday at 7:30pm
Additional morning performances at 10:30am
all seats $25 (plus $3.50 service charge)
Thursday 10/02/2025
Friday 10/10/2025
This performance contains loud music, theatrical haze, flashing lights and herbal cigarette smoke. For those interested, earplugs will be available as you enter the theatre. Million Dollar Quartet will run approximately 2 hours plus one 15-minute intermission.
Recommended age:
Million Dollar Quartet is recommended for audiences ages 12 and up.
Digital Program for Million Dollar Quartet
A cash bar will be provided by WestSide Square (cash & credit accepted) for all performances except weekday morning and matinees. 10% of all proceeds will be donated to benefit Playhouse on Park.
REVIEWS
Hartford Courant
Stu on Broadway
The Howard
CT Critics: B. Goldberg
Yesterday's Matinee
TV Segments
WFSB: Great Day CT
Photos: Meredith Longo
Kevin Lausche (Jerry Lee Lewis) is thrilled to be making his Playhouse on Park debut! He is a graduate from Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio with a Bachelors in Fine Arts in Musical Theatre. His recent credits include the last Broadway leg of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET aboard Norwegian Cruise Lines (Jerry Lee Lewis), HEARTBREAK HOTEL at the Engeman Theatre (Keys), and DOGFIGHT at the Jubilee Theatre (Music Director). He would like to thank the cast, directors, & crew for making this MDQ one for the books!
Kendall McShane (Johnny Cash): Playhouse on Park debut! Stag and Lion Theatre NYC: Orlando AS YOU LIKE IT; Boston University: Casey THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE; Boston Playwrights' Theatre: Ensemble ALLIGATOR-A-PHOBIA IN 3-D. Kendall has a BFA from Boston University and would like to thank his family, friends, and fur baby for their endless support near and far! IG @kendallmcshane
Chris Coffey* (Carl Perkins / Music Director) Playhouse on Park: Debut-ish! He was seen at PoP last December in THE SHUBERT ALLEY CATS: A SWINGIN’ HOLIDAY! NJ-raised, Brooklyn-based. Recent actor/MD credits include North Shore, Riverside, Connecticut Repertory/UConn, The Engeman, The Wick, SpeakEasy, The Majestic, Surflight, Redhouse, Axelrod, Greenbrier Valley, and plenty more. Chris is also a casting associate with Wojcik Casting, the drummer/guitarist for The Shubert Alley Cats, and the Artistic Director of Sup Dummies. He is repped by ATB Talent. www.chris-coffey.com | IG: @_chriscoffey
John Elliott* (SAM PHILLIPS) John was last seen at Playhouse on Park as Nick Radel in BANDSTAND. Favorite credits: Phoenix Theatre Company: Nick Radel BANDSTAND; Summer Lyric Theatre at Tulane University: Nick Radel BANDSTAND; The Rev: Kurt/Larry NEUROSIS THE MUSICAL; National Tour: Barrett TITANIC. John is also a founding member and trumpet player in the SHUBERT ALLEY CATS who hosted a special holiday show last December at Playhouse on Park. (It was so much fun!) Much love to my wife Jackey who’s been telling me I should play this role for at least ten years. This show is dedicated to her and my sons; Finn and Rowan. @johnelliottnyc
Madeleine Bain (Dyanne) is beyond excited to be stepping into Dyanne’s iconic heels at Playhouse on Park! Past credits include GREASE (Sandy), SOMETHING ROTTEN (Portia), Shaina Taub’s TWELFTH NIGHT (Olivia), BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (Babette), LEGALLY BLONDE (Vivienne Kensington), and SHREK: THE MUSICAL (Gingy/Sugar Plum Fairy). Originally from the sunshine state of Florida, Madeleine is a proud graduate of Belmont University (BFA Musical Theatre). In her spare time, you may find her performing as a party princess! Thank you to her family, friends, and BUMT professors for their love and support, and to the Playhouse on Park team for welcoming her with open arms. @madeleinekbain
Dan Jantson (Fluke) is excited to be back at Playhouse on Park, after his debut as Johnny in BANDSTAND. Playhouse Stage Company: Michael Wormwood MATILDA; Romeo NEWSIES; Rooster ANNIE. Dan is a fourth-year student at The Hartt School, studying Music Production & Technology with a focus on jazz drum set. Dan would like to thank his incredibly artistic family, friends, and teachers for teaching him everything he knows. IG @danjantson.
Josh Karam (Brother Jay) Playhouse on Park: THE IRISH... AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY; Majestic Theater: Dennis THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, Joe THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY; Titusville Playhouse: Jay MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET; Capital Classics Theater Company: Lucentio TAMING OF THE SHREW, Jason SWEAT; Madison Lyric Stage: Nick WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF. Josh is also a member of the traveling band of bards known as, The Fantasy Tavern! Josh has a BFA from The Hartt School. A Health to the Company! @karamjosh
*Appears courtesy of Actors Equity, the professional union for actors and stage managers.
