Overton Park Shell 90th Birthday Shell-ebration set for September 10-13
A stage worthy of a four-day fete, featuring fun for Memphis-music lovers
From Thursday, September 10th through Sunday, September 13th, the Overton Park Shell will present a full weekend of exciting programming—inviting Memphians to commemorate 90 years of music shared, memories made, and milestones reached at the historic, backyard venue that was built in 1936.
Empowered by Orion Financial, the 90th “Shell-ebration” will serve as an invitation for visitors to embark on a journey through iconic Shell-eras as local artists, and institutions, pay homage to past performances—and revive notable gatherings that cemented the mission to make the Overton Park Shell an accessible space for all to experience esteemed entertainment and fruitful fellowship.
SHELL-EBRATE GOOD TIMES, COME ON!
SHELL-EBRATE GOOD TIMES, COME ON!
The “shell-ebratory” events kick-off Thursday, September 10th, with a ticketed concert featuring “the architect of Memphis soul sound”—famed frontman, Booker T. Jones of Stax Records house band Booker T. & The M.G.’s. Presented by Mempho Presents, all proceeds from this Shell Yeah! Benefit Series showcase directly support future programming, and preservation efforts.
Tickets go on sale Friday, March 20th.
This is your ticket to join forces with us as we honor the past while paving way for the future of your favorite, backyard music venue.
Friday, September 11th through Sunday, September 13th, the birthday festivities will be free to the public as new partnerships pave way for uniquely-Memphis programming:
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11TH:
THE BIRTHDAY PICNIC (12PM-2PM)
Highlights include cake, live music, and local food trucks
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12TH:
SOUNDS OF THE SHELL: 9 DECADES OF DELIGHT
Presented by David Less
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH:
THE GATHERING: LIFTED BY LOVE, GUIDED BY SOUND
Presented by Ephie Johnson, Gary Goin, Gina Neely, and Princeton James Productions
CONNECTING CABLES: THE MEMPHIS STUDIOSUPERSET
Celebrating Stax Records, Sun Records, American Recording Studio, Royal Studios, UNAPOLOGETIC., and Sam Phillips Studio—produced by local artist, Mark Edgar Stuart.
More announcements to come as the Overton Park Shell approaches the 90th Birthday Shell-ebration.
Sponsorship opportunities are available now.
Contact Natalie Wilson to learn more about the many ways to support this special weekend.