by Tony Annicone

Owner and Producer Bill Hanney opens his historic “Theatre by the Sea” after a two-year pandemic with “Million Dollar Quartet.” This Tony nominated musical is set on December 4, 1956, when an extraordinary twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. It tells the tale of record producer, Sam Phillips, who brought these four stars together for a once in a lifetime jam session –  before Jerry Lee Lewis became famous. Sam wanted Carl Perkins and Johnny Cash to sign future contracts with his record label. Elvis, whom Sam sold his contract to RCA and has become a Hollywood movie star, brings his girlfriend to the meeting, while Jay Perkins and their friend, Fluke are also there. This high energy musical extravaganza enthralls you from start to finish. Director Greg Santos picks the best performers for these roles so you can forget about your cares and woes to escape back in time to Memphis, Tennessee to witness Rock n Roll over 60 years ago.