TUNICA, Miss. -- Gold Strike Casino Resort, the Mid-South’s premier casino resort destination, is presenting “One Night in Memphis,” a high-energy tribute show celebrating the legendary story and music of Memphis’ Million Dollar Quartet jam session, featuring Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins. The show is at 8 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 17, at the Gold Strike Theatre inside the casino.
Tickets for “One Night in Memphis” start at $19.50 and go on sale Sept. 13.
The electrifying production recreates the historic night in December 1956 when a chance encounter resulted in a recorded jam session between Cash, Presley, Lewis and Perkins at Sun Studios in Memphis. The show transports audiences back to one of the most iconic moments in music history with uncanny accuracy, bringing the spirit and sounds of the four rock ‘n’ roll pioneers to life.
The production features a meticulously prepared cast of musicians who not only look like their counterparts but have studied their mannerisms, vocal styles and musical techniques with great attention to detail. Audiences can expect to hear classic hits such as “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Great Balls of Fire” and “Hound Dog” performed with the same energy and passion as the original artists.
“One Night in Memphis” has garnered critical acclaim for its historical accuracy, entertaining and educating audiences about a pivotal moment in rock ‘n’ roll history when four young artists on the brink of superstardom came together for an unforgettable night of music.
Gold Strike Casino Resort is located on the Mississippi River, approximately 30 minutes from downtown Memphis. With more than 1,100 luxury guest rooms, a theater, high-limit gaming, award-winning dining and a sportsbook, it is the Mid-South’s source of energy and excitement. Gold Strike Theatre tickets may be purchased by calling 888-747-7711 or by visiting goldstrike.com.