Graceland welcomes fans nationwide and around the world for its annual gala celebrating Elvis Presley’s January 8th birthday.
To mark Presley’s 88th birthday, Graceland will host a variety of events celebrating the rock and roll icon. This includes the annual Elvis Birthday Declaration Ceremony, the Memphis Symphony Concert with Terry His Mike His Jeffrey, and a panel discussion on Elvis. In addition, there are several shows and screenings of King’s “Aloha From Hawaii” concert marking his 50th anniversary.
As 2023 begins, much of Presley’s momentum is still in last year’s blockbuster biopic Elvis, directed by Baz Luhrmann. Graceland has announced that a new exhibition titled ‘The Making of Elvis’ will open at Elvis Presley’s Memphis on January 8th.
A joint effort by Warner Bros., Australia’s National Film and Sound Archives and Rahman, the exhibition “looks at the beginnings of the famous film’s creative process, traces its journey to the big screen and tells its story.” From paper to film.”
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Highlights of the exhibit include videos shot while studying Memphis and Tupelo, behind-the-scenes videos of the making of the film, including set construction in Australia, handwritten notes, screenplay drafts and storyboards. Movie props, set pieces, costumes and accessories worn by actors such as Austin Butler (Elvis), Tom Hanks (Colonel Tom Parker), and Olivia DeGeonge (Priscilla Presley) will also be on display.
Actor Alton Mason, who played rock and roll pioneer Little Richard in the film, attends the opening of Elvis’ birthday celebrations in Memphis. increase.
In the meantime, there are several events, both free and ticketed, that fans can attend to celebrate Elvis’ 88th birthday this week. Tickets for all events are available at Graceland.com.
January 6
Elvis Birthday Pops Concert
7pm Graceland Soundstage, Elvis Presley’s Memphis
The Memphis Symphony Orchestra presents its annual Elvis Pops Concert live at the Graceland Soundstage. Musician and singer Terry Mike Jeffrey and his band join MSO members for a special birthday greeting featuring music from all eras of Elvis’ career.Tickets: from $40 for him $70 for.
January 7
Conversation about Elvis
10:00 AM, Guest House Theater, The Guest House at Graceland
Hosted by Thom Browne, fans will be able to hear from guests including TCB band member Glenn Hardin. Hal Lansky, owner of Lansky Brothers and son of tailor Bernard Lansky. Alton Mason played Little Richard in Luhrmann’s “Elvis.” Tickets: $28.
Elvis: Aloha From Hawaii 50th Anniversary Concert
7pm Graceland Soundstage, Elvis Presley’s Memphis
2023 is Elvis’ groundbreaking Aloha From Hawaii satellite concert, celebrating its 50th anniversary. His show was held at the Honolulu International Center on January 14, 1973 and was broadcast live worldwide as the first entertainment special by his solo artist. An estimated 1 billion to 1.5 billion viewers watched King’s special. The concert returns to Graceland for the very special “Elvis: Aloha from Hawaii 50th Anniversary” event. The Aloha From Hawaii concert will be shown on the big screen and feature Presley’s vocals backstage with a live band. Tickets: $40 to $70.
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January 8
Elvis birth announcement ceremony
8:30 AM, Graceland Mansion, North Lawn
The annual birthday cake cutting and Elvis Presley Day proclamation by Memphis and Shelby County officials takes place on Graceland’s North Lawn. Following the proclamation, Vernon’s Smokehouse across from the mansion will serve free cake and coffee.
“Making of Elvis” exhibition opening
9 a.m. Elvis Presley’s Memphis
In partnership with Warner Bros., the Australian National Film and Sound Archive and Rahman, Graceland opens an all-new ‘The Making of Elvis’ exhibit. A multimedia exhibit looks at the beginnings of the famous film’s creative process and traces its journey to the big screen. The exhibits are part of the regular Graceland admission fee. VIP tickets and tours are available daily starting January 9 for $195.
