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“Cool new staging.” – Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune | “A raucous, richly entertaining production.” – Frank Sennett, Chicago Cultural Authority. | “Well-paced and highly entertaining.” – Regina Belt-Daniels, Northwest Herald. Four Legends. One Night. Music History Made. You may have loved Million Dollar Quartet in 2017 at Paramount Theatre – now imagine it set in Sun Studio […]
Tickets $87 when purchased in-person. Additional fees apply for phone and online orders. Running time: 2 hrs. (including intermission)
Buy TicketsFour Legends. One Night. Music History Made.
You may have loved Million Dollar Quartet in 2017 at Paramount Theatre – now imagine it set in Sun Studio itself. The new Stolp Island Theatre was designed to immerse you in the experience so you can say “I was there!”
On December 4, 1956, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins had a chance encounter at Sun Studio in Memphis. What transpired was one of the greatest impromptu jam sessions in music history.
The music that filled the studio that fateful night delves into the foundation of Blues, Country, Rock and Rockabilly, including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Walk the Line,” “Great Balls of Fire,” and more.
You’ll experience the highs and lows of these four legends as they navigate the intricacies of fame, and the personal price they pay to live the dream.
Sean McGibbon*
Paramount debut
is an Austin, Texas native with a huge case of ADHD. Outside of performing, Sean is an accomplished juggler, magician, and chess player, and competed on national teams for Table Tennis (NCTTA 2010), and U21 National Kayak Polo. Sean loves all things tap dance, and his influences include Sammy Davis Jr, Gene Kelly, Donald O'Connor and of course... The Killer!
Corey Mckinney*
Previous Paramount Credits: Million Dollar Quartet
he/him (Elvis Presley) is thrilled to be
joining Stolp Island Theatre’s production of Million Dollar
Quartet! Originally from Jacksonville, FL and a graduate
from Florida School of the Arts. Recent Performances
include: Million Dollar Quartet (Elvis Presley), Heartbreak
Hotel (Elvis Presley), Legally Blonde (Warner Huntington III),
and Lobby Hero (Bill).
MICHAEL POTTER*
Previous Paramount Credits: Million Dollar Quartet
(Johnny Cash) has portrayed Johnny Cash
in many shows over the years, including Ring of Fire at
Drury Lane, and MDQ for Norwegian Cruise Lines. He holds
a deep appreciation for Cashes raw and honest storytelling
ability. He always loves performing in the Chicago area,
and he’ll play Johnny Cash in the Marriott Theater’s
upcoming production of MDQ Christmas. Fans of Johnny
Cash can follow Michael on TikTok for more western music
@mikedpotter.
Matt McClure*
he/him (Carl Perkins) Originally from
Kennesaw, GA, Matt is ecstatic to be making his Paramount
debut! Throughout his career, Matt has traveled the country
working both on and off the stage. Other favorite credits
include: Buddy Holly, RED, Noises Off, and The Elephant
Man. Check out his woodworking at Find Your Spark
Woodworking on Facebook and Instagram!
Connor Green*
(Sam Phillips) is excited to help bring this
incredible story to life! He would like to thank his family and
friends for their constant support (and putting up with his
lame jokes.) He’s glad you’re here. Enjoy the show
Jake Saleh
he/him (Brother Jay Perkins, Instrument
Technician) is thrilled to be returning for his sixth production
with Paramount. Orchestra Credits: Fun Home, Billy Eliott,
Next to Normal, Groundhog Day (Paramount). Other
Regional Credits: The Old Man and the Old Moon (KCREP),
Million Dollar Quartet (Marriott), The Tempest (Chicago
Shakes). All his love to Mom and Dad.
Robert Brandon*
ROBERT BRANDON he/him (W.S. “Fluke” Holland) is elated to
make his Paramount debut. Since receiving his B.A. in Music
Education from Fresno State in 2019, he has traveled across
the country as an actor-musician in multiple productions of
Million Dollar Quartet and The Buddy Holly Story. Brandon
extends his eternal gratitude to his family and friends who
have supported his career. IG: @rb_percussion
Madison Palmer
(Dyanne) is thrilled to be making her
Paramount debut in Million Dollar Quartet! Madison is
a graduate of the Chicago College of Performing Arts at
Roosevelt and is so grateful to her family, friends, and her
agents at Stewart for their continued love and support.
Maeghan Looney
she/her (Marion, u/s Dyanne) is over the
moon to share the stage with this talented company in her
Paramount debut! Select Chicago credits include: Boeing
Boeing, Bomber’s Moon, The Importance of Being Earnest,
and Bonnie and Clyde. Immeasurable love and gratitude to her
loved ones. This one’s for you Nanny. maeghanlooney.com
Roy James Brown*
(u/s Brother Jay Perkins, 2nd u/s
Johnny Cash, Substitute Instrument Technician) Making
his Paramount Debut, Roy is coming straight from MDQ
on Norwegian Cruise Lines, and has appeared in the show
across the US. He’s additionally utilized Rockabilly Bass
in shows such as Ring of Fire (Marshall Grant), Buddy Holly
Story (Joe B. Mauldin), and Elvis: The Musical (Bill Black).
Ben Smallwood*
he/him (u/s Carl Perkins) is an actor/
guitarist from Columbus, Ohio. Recent credits include
Swing in MDQ Christmas (Suncoast Broadway), Elvis
understudy in Heartbreak Hotel (Theatre by the Sea),
Judas in Jesus Christ Superstar (Weathervane), and Carl
Perkins in Million Dollar Quartet (Keystone Theatrics). Ben
is represented by Resolute Artists Agency
Brian Grey*
(u/s Johnny Cash, u/s Sam Phillips) MDQ at
Village Theatre (TPS Gregory Nomination). CHICAGO:
Personality! The Loyd Price Musical (Studebaker Theatre),
Romeo & Juliet, Othello, Pericles (Chicago Shakespeare),
The Wheel (Steppenwolf), Oxford Roof Climber’s Rebellion
(Jeff Nomination). TV: The Original Monster (Netflix),
Chicago Med, APB (Fox). Boundless love to Angela and Sir
Ian. @actinggrey Briangrey.net
Drew Mitchell
he/him (u/s Fluke) Originally from Dallas,
Drew graduated from Roosevelt with a BFA in musical
theatre. During his downtime Drew plays drums and guitar,
skateboard, plays video games, and makes props and
costumes from his favorite films. Credits: Call Me Madam,
Spring Awakening (Porchlight); The 25th Annual Putnam
County Spelling Bee, Little Women (Roosevelt); Much Ado
About Nothing, Run Bambi Run (Milwaukee Rep).
Michael Kurowski*
Previously in Million Dollar Quartet, Once, and Newsies
he/him (u/s Jerry Lee Lewis, u/s Elvis
Presley) Notable credits include Lord of the Rings: A Musical
Tale (Chicago Shakespeare), The Play That Goes Wrong
(Broadway Playhouse), Once (National Tour). TV/Film:
Gran Torino, Lovecraft Country, Hacks, Chicago Med/Fire.
Represented by Paonessa Talent. michaelkurowski.net
Jim Corti
Director
Creg Sclavi
Director & Artistic Associate
KORY DANIELSON
Music Director
Jeffrey D. Kmiec†
Scenic Designer
Matt Guthier
Costume Designer
Greg Hofmann^
Lighting Designer
Adam Rosenthal
Sound Designer
Mike Tutaj†
Projections Designer
Katie Cordts
Wig, Hair, & Makeup Designer
Jonathan Berg-Einhorn
Properties Designer
Ethan Deppe
Electronic Music Designer
Susan Gosdick
Dialect Coach
Max Fabian
Intimacy & Fight Director
Devon Hayakawa
Dramaturg
Lina Benich
Stage Manager
Emily Hanlon
Assistant Stage Manager
Roy James Brown*
Associate Music Director
