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Wall-to-wall art: Murals flow along both sides of North Memphis flood barrier

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Sat, 8 Aug 2026 19:27:45 -0500

The UrbanArt Commission oversaw the project that brightens a milelong stretch of concrete barrier along Chelsea Avenue.

A book fair meets beer, cat videos go big and a ramen shop has a birthday party

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Sat, 8 Aug 2026 16:12:12 -0500

In this week’s To-Do List, you’ll learn about Memphis Botanic Garden’s new Fun Studio and where to hear about the magic of “biscuit and cornbread culture.”

Pat Mitchell Worley on the legacy of Stax in Memphis

barnes@dailymemphian.com (Eric Barnes) — Thu, 6 Aug 2026 04:00:13 -0500

Pat Mitchell Worley, the president and CEO of the Soulsville Foundation, joined Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of “The Sidebar.”

These Memphis musicians will play 2026 Cooper-Young Fest

eperry@dailymemphian.com (Elle Perry) — Thu, 6 Aug 2026 12:50:41 -0500

The 2026 Cooper-Young Fest takes place from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, in the Midtown neighborhood.

Metal Museum unveils new branding

eperry@dailymemphian.com (Elle Perry) — Wed, 5 Aug 2026 11:06:25 -0500

To christen the Metal Museum’s move in a month, the institution is today launching a new brand, including a new logo.

Elvis Week is coming, and a new generation of fans is taking center stage

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Tue, 4 Aug 2026 23:12:25 -0500

Forty-nine years after his death, thousands of fans will flock to Graceland to celebrate the life and legacy of Elvis Presley.

Memphis Movies This Week: Cats and street gangs on the prowl

cherrington@dailymemphian.com (Chris Herrington) — Tue, 4 Aug 2026 13:36:22 -0500

Box office behemoths continue their runs, and this week’s special screenings offer gangs, cats, Ghibli and more.

The AM/DM podcast: How Broadway gets to Memphis

mcashiola@dailymemphian.com (Mary Cashiola) — Tue, 4 Aug 2026 06:11:31 -0500

Which Broadway shows come to Memphis each year? That’s for Orpheum President and CEO Brett Batterson to decide.

Opinion: The lesson from the World Cup is that Memphis needs to promote more local musicians

editor@dailymemphian.com (Andrew Tawfik) — Sun, 2 Aug 2026 04:00:14 -0500

“Memphis could be at the epicenter of the next music revival, much like Nashville and country music has enjoyed over the last 15 years. Yet so many of the discussions here today focus on promoting the music infrastructure, with very little about musicians themselves.”

Ruby Bridges believes 'every child deserves access to books'

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Sun, 2 Aug 2026 09:26:26 -0500

The author, who was 6 when she became the first student to integrate an all-white elementary school in New Orleans, continues to encourage young learners.

How college students found, formed community in their Memphis band

ataylor@dailymemphian.com (Amaya Taylor) — Tue, 4 Aug 2026 07:36:38 -0500

Three Rhodes College alumni say the city informs the music of their band, The Narrows. Late drummer Chris Daniels was a big part of that influence.

Opinion: John Fry’s legacy deserves more than the final headlines

editor@dailymemphian.com (Elizabeth Montgomery Brown) — Sat, 1 Aug 2026 04:00:01 -0500

“As Memphis discusses the future of Ardent Studios, I hope we will spend just as much time remembering why Ardent mattered and honoring John Fry, the man who devoted his life to making sure the music, the people and the history of this city would never be forgotten.”

Where to whale watch and celebrate Christmas in July (and August)

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:01:48 -0500

In this week’s To-Do List, we’ve got the details on a Frank Ocean listening party, a summer splash shindig for dogs and two album-release parties where you can leave with a CD. (A CD!)

Photo Gallery: 'Suffs' actress visits Memphis Suffrage Monument

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 10:11:29 -0500

“Suffs,” which runs at the Orpheum Theatre July 31-Aug. 2, highlights the Black activists behind the women’s suffrage movement, including two Memphians.

Memphis Movies This Week: Spider-Man’s ‘New Day,’ an early Denis Villeneuve thriller

cherrington@dailymemphian.com (Chris Herrington) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:49:19 -0500

A new Tom Holland summer blockbuster will hit theaters. Plus, two Wilde sex comedies are still screening.

Orpheum adds 3 shows to 2026-27 Broadway season

adrake@dailymemphian.com (Alys Drake) — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 20:06:42 -0500

The Orpheum is expanding its run of shows this season with a Tony Award winner, a global phenomenon and the musical version of a beloved film.

How the Sterick Building hopes to transform a neighborhood Downtown

barnes@dailymemphian.com (Eric Barnes) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:24:09 -0500

This week on “The Sidebar,” the principal of Constellation Properties, Stuart Harris, and the executive director of HiFi Memphis, Mersadies Burch, join Eric Barnes to talk about the scope and scale of the Downtown project.

Art openings, storytelling and live music inside and out

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:49:14 -0500

In this week’s To-Do List, we tell you where to catch a mind-bending Jim Carrey classic on the big screen and how to get a peek inside Ballet Memphis’ HQ.

Memphis Movies This Week: Is ‘The Odyssey’ worth a trip?

cherrington@dailymemphian.com (Chris Herrington) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 19:58:14 -0500

IMAX, 70mm, both? Chris Herrington breaks down all the ways you can see the movie of the year — and his Christopher Nolan film rankings. Plus, a Memphian-directed documentary explores the Newport Folk Festivals.

For decades, Hattiloo has been a landmark of Black theater. Soon, it will become a 'cultural village.'

ataylor@dailymemphian.com (Amaya Taylor) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:34:08 -0500

Karaoke, spoken-word poetry, comedy showcases: With three new spaces and five new programs, Hattiloo Theatre is growing in Midtown.