Memphis Matters – Stories of Transformation
Playback Memphis is becoming Everystory — whatch the video here!
Saturday, August 9th, 2025, 7pm
TheatreSouth, 1000 S. Cooper St., inside First Congregational Church
Playback theatre thrives on spontaneous stories. At a Memphis Matters show, an audience member – the teller – shares a personal reflection or story, whether lighthearted, moving, or challenging. Our Ensemble then reenacts it with care, creativity, and compassion. This process of sharing and witnessing affirms that every story is valuable, worthy of being told, and fully accepted.
Through words, movement, and music, we connect through playback theatre to unite art and social change. Join us in celebrating Memphis’ people and experiences, unlocking healing, transformation, and joy—one story at a time.
Event Details
Participate how you feel most comfortable. Feel free to share a story, or simply sit back and watch the magic unfold. We welcome and value you as a teller or witness.
Performances take place at TheatreSouth, located inside First Congregational Church at 1000 S. Cooper St. The entrance to the theatre is located on the south side of the church, to the right of the wooden ramp. Please park in the lot at Cooper Street and Walker Avenue. Check out our parking map to guide your way, and look for signs when you arrive.
Tickets
Regular tickets are $20 and support the work of Playback Memphis. If you would like to “pay it forward,” $40 tickets are also available. This investment allows Playback Memphis to be accessible for all of our community and also supports Playback programming for youth.
Money should not be a barrier for participation. If you have concerns about ticket costs or have questions regarding your ability to attend, please reach out to Virginia Murphy at virginia @playbackmemphis.org or fill out this Application Form, so we can make sure you are part of our story.so we can make sure you are part of our story.
How Your Tickets “Pay It Forward”
When you choose a “Pay It Forward” ticket to Memphis Matters, you support making Memphis Matters accessible to ALL and also directly support our Be The Peace program, which brings Playback Memphis’ unique storytelling practices into youth serving organizations and schools. Through this program, we work with young people to foster empathy, resilience, and constructive dialogue, equipping them with the tools to build more peaceful and connected communities.
Our Sponsors
Memphis Matters is supported by the Tennessee Arts Commission, ARTSmemphis, and Huey’s Restaurants.
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