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Welcome to Levitt Shell, home of the performing arts in the heart of historic Overton Park.
Since its dedication in 1936, the Shell has delighted Memphians with variety of exceptional entertainers, including Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, the Grateful Dead, and many more.
After extensive renovations, the Levitt Shell is once again the Mid-South's most enchanting venue for free, outdoor, professional performances.
![]() Alvin Youngblood HartFriday Oct 8Grammy Award winning accoustic blues and blues-rock guitarist updates traditional blues with a gritty rock n' roll sound. ![]() Bob SchneiderThurday Sep 23Folk rocker from Austin, Texas is a little bit singer/songwriter and a whole lot of funk, rock and folk. ![]() Colour RevoltSunday Sep 26Indie pop rock band from Mississippi has made waves of excitement with their fresh new sound and sophisticated lyrics, earning them a top spot at the world's premier music festival, Lollapalooza. ![]() Danielia CottonSaturday Oct 16Fiery blues rock artist with a voice that rivals Janis Joplin and Tina Turner. ![]() Dirty Dozen Brass BandSaturday Oct 2New Orleans brass band famous for genre-bending romps and high-octane performances, they have toured over 30 countries on 5 continents and have been featured guests on albums by artists including David Bowie, Elvis Costello, Dr. John and the Black Crowes. ![]() Eden BrentFriday Sep 24Blues music award winner and masterful pianist and vocalist sings jazz and blues. ![]() Ekpe & Company Presents "I Am A Genius!"Saturday Sep 25High energy and fun-filled music and dance promotes good habits, creative thinking, and tolerance. ![]() Guy ForsythSaturday Sep 25Texas blues and folk rock combines powerhouse vocals, expertise on instruments ranging from the ukelele to the washboard, and yarns about love and life. ![]() Hatiloo Theater Presents Music from "The Wiz"Saturday Sep 18Hatiloo Theater dazzles the audience with music from one of the most exciting adaptations of "The Wizard of Oz" with a Motown beat. ![]() ![]() JackopierceThursday Oct 14Accoustic folk-pop duo first famous on the college circuit in the 90's took the world by storm with their charmingly simple low-key sound centered around vocal harmonies and accoustic guitars. ![]() Jim LauderdaleThursday Oct 7Singer/songwriter has racked up grammy nominations for an eclectic series of albums spanning rootsy rock & roll, blues, folk, R&B, and bluegrass, and original songs recorded by Patty Loveless, Vince Gill and many others. ![]() Keith SykesSunday Oct 3Memphis native singer/songwriter has penned songs for John Prine and Roseanne Cash, has played in Jimmy Buffett's band, and has earned critical appeal for an illustrious career. ![]() Kevin GordonSunday Sep 19Alt-country rock singer beloved for his rockabilly sound and poetic lyrics has recorded with Lucinda Williams, Irma Thomas and more. ![]() Marcella PinillaThursday Sep 30Celebrate Latin Heritage Month with a diverse experience of musica latina, including Tango, Cha-Cha-Cha, Salsa, "Rumba Flamenca" and so much more! ![]() Project: Motion Presents "Riverdreams"Saturday Oct 16An inspiring dance performance based on the children's book "Steamboat--the Story of Blanche Leathers" by Judith Heide Gilliland. ![]() Rangoli: Colors of IndiaSaturday Oct 9A music and dance cultural festival featuring all the beautiful sounds, sights, colors and smells of India. ![]() Ruthie FosterFriday Sep 17Grammy nominated American blues and folk musician, often compared to Aretha Franklin and Ella Fitzgerald, brings a full-on blast of soul and blues. ![]() Ryan PeelFriday Oct 1Memphis native melds modern pop music with an urban slant and old school Memphis soul and funk that would make Al Green get up and dance. ![]() Snowden Elementary's Centennial CelebrationSaturday Oct 2Musical entertainment and fun for the whole family at this centennial celebration of Snowden Elementary School. ![]() Tear Down the WallsThursday Sep 16Contemporary Jewish pop star, Rick Recht, uses the power of rock music to break down bias and prejudice in our communities. ![]() The Dynamites featuring Charles WalkerFriday Oct 15Neo-soul and funk band complete with horns and rhythm sections and the sweet soulful vocals of Charles Walker. ![]() Tracy NelsonSaturday Sep 18R&B songstress has a hit duet with Willie Nelson, songs covered by Etta James and Linda Ronstadt, and a voice that Rolling Stone Magazine calls "the most expressive instrument in creation." ![]() Vaneese ThomasSunday Oct 17She has performed with the greatest artists of our age, from Sting to Luciano Pavarotti. Vaneese Thomas, Soul Sister of the first rank has scored several Top 20 R&B hits and now brings her virtuoso vocal stylings back to Memphis to perform on the same stage as her father, R&B pioneer Rufus Thomas, and chart-topping sister, Carla Thomas. ![]() Voices of the South Presents "Kallahoney Kids"Saturday Oct 9One of Memphis' most beloved and exciting theater productions that the whole family can enjoy! Upcoming ConcertsThu Sep 16, 2010 | 7:30 pm
Tear Down the Walls
Fri Sep 17, 2010 | 7:30 pm
Ruthie Foster
Sat Sep 18, 2010 | 5 pm
Hatiloo Theater / Music from "The Wiz"
Sat Sep 18, 2010 | 7:30 pm
Tracy Nelson
Sun Sep 19, 2010 | 7:30 pm
Kevin Gordon
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