Aurora, IL – Paramount Theatre’s smash hit “Million Dollar Quartet” celebrates its first anniversary at the Stolp Island Theatre this Thursday, July 10, with no signs of slowing down. The immersive jukebox musical, set in downtown Aurora’s newest 98-seat venue, has been extended for a third time, running through January 4, 2026, due to overwhelming demand.
According to Paramount Theatre officials, the production first previewed July 10, 2024, and has since tallied 397 performances with more than 35,000 tickets sold. The show recreates the legendary December 4, 1956, jam session at Sun Records in Memphis, featuring music icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins. Audiences have flocked to Aurora from 32 states and 574 zip codes, confirming the musical’s far-reaching appeal.
The Stolp Island Theatre was envisioned as an immersive, intimate venue, and “Million Dollar Quartet” continues to deliver, drawing sold-out crowds who enjoy the experience from just three rows surrounding the stage. With tickets priced at $65, the venue offers not only classic rock ’n’ roll hits like “Hound Dog,” “Blue Suede Shoes,” and “Great Balls of Fire,” but also a nostalgic Memphis-style lobby, complete with Moon Pies, Elvis Juice IPA, and retro snacks.
Most of the original cast remains, including Garrett Forrestal as Jerry Lee Lewis, Bill Scott Sheets as Johnny Cash, Alex Swindle as Elvis Presley, and Matt McClure as Carl Perkins. New cast members include Max Stewart as Sam Phillips and Maeghan Looney as Marion. The immersive musical continues to earn critical and audience acclaim for its high-energy performances and authentic atmosphere.
For showtimes, tickets, and more information, visit paramountaurora.com or call (630) 896-6666.
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