Heartbreak Hotel (World Premiere)

2017 Season

AUG 30 – SEP 30, 2017

From the creator of the Tony Award-winning Million Dollar Quartet, we are proud to produce the world premiere of Heartbreak Hotel. This brand new tribute to the “King of Rock ‘n’ Roll” is the prequel to Tony-winning, record-setting, smash hit Million Dollar Quartet that became the greatest selling show in Ogunquit Playhouse history. This tender story follows Elvis Presley in the early years of his bourgeoning career as he and Sam Phillips create the music that will forever change their lives. As Elvis’ career skyrockets, both lifting and shattering the lives of those he loves, a secret love story is revealed, a betrayal is discovered, and “Colonel” Tom Parker changes the course of history, all in just 18 short months. This world premiere musical features hit songs from the King himself as well as the legends who influenced his iconic music, with chart-toppers including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Tutti Frutti,” “That’s All Right Mamma,” “Shake Rattle and Roll,” and, of course, “Heartbreak Hotel.” This is where the story begins…. “take a walk down lonely street.”

Run Time: 2 hours with intermission

Content Advisory: Adult language

REVIEWS

Clendening channels Elvis’s unforgettable vocals with an uncanniness that brings thrilling goose bumps...
‘Heartbreak Hotel’ brings Elvis back to life at Ogunquit Playhouse - Portland Press Herald

Clendening, as Elvis, is spectacular.
BWW Review: HEARTBREAK HOTEL at Ogunquit Playhouse - BroadwayWorld

Most impressively, [Clendening] is able to rock out with the raw energy of Presley while always retaining that shyness that made him so charming.
There's Good Rockin' In Ogunquit - Boston Post Gazette

Clendening, who originated the role of Elvis in the Broadway production of Million Dollar Quartet, shines anew in Heartbreak Hotel.
Nostalgia, history, talent explode in world premiere of "Heartbreak Hotel" at Ogunquit Playhouse - Journal Tribune

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