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Memphis Jazz Festival lineup revealed

eperry@dailymemphian.com (Elle Perry) — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:54:46 -0500

Grammy Award-nominated trumpeter, composer, producer and bandleader Theo Croker will headline the inaugural Memphis Jazz Festival.

Memphis producer Tay Keith died from accidental drug overdose, reports say

eperry@dailymemphian.com (Elle Perry) — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:35:31 -0500

Metro Nashville police officers found him dead in his apartment Thursday, June 18, the department said.

Arts Beat: Summoning fall

eperry@dailymemphian.com (Elle Perry) — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:36:11 -0500

What event or festival embodies fall in Memphis to you?

Hispanic Heritage celebrations, CY Fest and barbecuing for beginners

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:23:02 -0500

In this week’s To-Do List, folk star Valerie June comes home, parking spots become parks and Neo bends bullets at the Pink Palace.

How Hotel Pontotoc went from bordello to boutique hotel

barnes@dailymemphian.com (Eric Barnes) — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:40:52 -0500

Joey Lewis is on “The Sidebar” to talk about his love for the hotel and everything it has become.

Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Resident Evil’ reboots, ‘The Matrix’ mind bends

cherrington@dailymemphian.com (Chris Herrington) — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:11:29 -0500

If you get confused when you see references to “red pill” or “blue pill,” you’ve got an opportunity to get that sorted.

MoSH names permanent executive director

smcdermott@dailymemphian.com (Sophie McDermott) — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:30:37 -0500

Jeff King has been running Memphis Museums of Science & History for nearly a year. Now, he has the job for good.

Young musicians will jazz up Downtown brunch

wrogin@dailymemphian.com (Wallis Rogin) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:00:07 -0500

Brunch patrons at the Majestic Grille can enjoy a side of music with their eggs as the Memphis Jazz Workshop performs on the last weekend of each month, starting Sept. 26-27.

Family friendly film fest back this weekend at the Pink Palace

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 20:56:49 -0500

The second annual Like You Children’s Film Festival puts a spotlight on emotional growth and connectivity for kids in a fun and interactive space.

Mystery, ghosts and music play on Memphis stages

adrake@dailymemphian.com (Alys Drake) — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:27:02 -0500

“Clue” graces the Orpheum Theatre’s stage this month along with “The Sound of Music” at the Harrell Performing Arts Theatre and more.

Mid-South Fair announces music lineup

afleming@dailymemphian.com (Aarron Fleming) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:31:18 -0500

This year’s Mid-South Fair includes an artist lineup with some Memphis and national country acts.

'Shellebrate' 90 years of music, and share your Memphis hot takes

adrake@dailymemphian.com (Alys Drake) — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:57:37 -0500

In this week’s To-Do List, there’s a new comedy club opening at Flyway, and 8Ball and MJG team up with an orchestra at the Orpheum.

Final season of 'P-Valley' coming this year

eperry@dailymemphian.com (Elle Perry) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:27:37 -0500

Four years after announcing it would renew a third season, Starz has named the air date for “P-Valley,” a Mississippi Delta-based show based off a play by Memphian Katori Hall.

Pulitzer Prize winner to speak about homelessness at MIFA event

barnes@dailymemphian.com (Eric Barnes) — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:10:25 -0500

Brian Goldstone wrote a book about the millions of homeless people in the U.S., “There is No Place For us: Working and Homeless in America,” which won the Pulitzer Prize for nonfiction.

Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum leader to depart after 23 years

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Sat, 5 Sep 2026 13:34:02 -0500

John Doyle was instrumental in the museum’s growth and helped launch the Memphis Music Hall of Fame in 2012.

Nu metal and power pop are at the Shell, and it's Beyoncé's birthday

adrake@dailymemphian.com (Alys Drake) — Thu, 3 Sep 2026 12:50:16 -0500

In this week’s To-Do List, get a sneak peek at the Memphis musicians playing AmericanaFest, and check out the openings of Satellite Music Hall and the Metal Museum.

WYXR on the bands who'll perform at this year's Raised by Sound Fest

barnes@dailymemphian.com (Eric Barnes) — Sun, 6 Sep 2026 19:39:37 -0500

Raised by Sound, which takes place Dec. 4 and 5 at Crosstown Concourse, includes a mix of free shows and paid shows.

WYXR's Raised by Sound Fest expands to two days

eperry@dailymemphian.com (Elle Perry) — Wed, 2 Sep 2026 20:44:27 -0500

This year, one day just isn’t enough for WYXR’s fundraiser music festival. The two-day event is packed with free concerts and performances from Soccer Mommy, Late Night Cardigan and more.

Memphis Movies This Week: A Dolly Parton tribute, an early Oscar doc contender

cherrington@dailymemphian.com (Chris Herrington) — Tue, 1 Sep 2026 15:12:17 -0500

In the wake of her recent death, Malco Theatres will host a “Tribute to Dolly” double-feature Saturday night at its Ridgeway, Collierville and Desoto theaters featuring “Steel Magnolias” and “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas.”

Brooks Museum will offer free admission for final month in Overton Park

eperry@dailymemphian.com (Elle Perry) — Tue, 1 Sep 2026 08:00:11 -0500

Memphis Brooks Museum of Art admission will be free in September for Shelby County residents.