Pine Bluff, Arkansas – The ARTx3 Campus is gearing up to bring a burst of energy to Southeast Arkansas with auditions for the Tony Award-winning musical Memphis. Auditions will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, and from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, April 27, at the Catherine M. Bellamy Theater located at The Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas, 701 S. Main St.
Organizers are seeking passionate singers, dancers, and actors to take part in this high-energy production. Memphis tells the powerful story of a daring white radio DJ and a talented Black club singer navigating the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis, Tennessee. Together, they challenge cultural boundaries and ignite a revolution as rock ‘n’ roll rises to dominate the airwaves.
Directed by Taijee with musical direction by La’Leata May and choreography by Miles Meckling, this production promises unforgettable performances and stunning musical numbers. The show is sponsored by Simmons Bank.
Auditioners are encouraged to bring the rhythm of Memphis to life. As the casting team notes, “We’re looking for passionate singers, dancers, and actors to join this high-energy musical filled with rock ‘n’ roll, love, and the fight for change. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this electrifying production—audition and let your talent shine!”
Participants should prepare 16-32 bars (about one minute) of a song that showcases their vocal range. Full details and registration information are available at artx3.org/all-events/memphis-auditions. For questions, interested individuals can reach out to Bethany Gere, theater and public programs coordinator, at [email protected] or call 870-536-3375.
Performances for Memphis are scheduled for July 17-20, 2025.
The musical promises to be a moving experience, offering a story “in a city pulsing with rhythm and change, where an unexpected connection sparks between a fearless radio DJ and a talented singer with dreams as big as her voice.”
Memphis contains language, themes, and historical depictions that reflect the struggles of race, segregation, and societal tensions of the 1950s. Viewer discretion is advised, and the show is recommended for ages 13 and older.
