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Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience

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For 35 years, two- time GRAMMY award winning artist Terrance Simien, 8th generation Louisiana Creole has been shattering the myths about what his indigenous Zydeco roots music is and is not. Leading his Zydeco Experience band, Simien has become one of the most respected and accomplished artists in American roots music today. He and his band mates have performed over 7000 concerts, …

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Squirrel Nut Zippers

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The Squirrel Nut Zippers began their musical journey in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, in the mid 1990’s, as a musician’s escape from the cookie cutter world of modern rock radio at the time. Jimbo Mathus along with drummer/percussionist Chris Phillips formed the band as a casual musical foray among friends and family in the area. It wasn’t long before the band’s …

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Dean Owens & The Whiskey Hearts

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Celtic spirit, Country soul Dean Owens is one Scotland’s finest singer/songwriters. Armed with a searingly soulful voice, skillfully crafted stories and memorably heart-twisting melodies, he is a compelling and engaging live performer, with an emotional hurricane of stories and songs. His band, The Whisky Hearts, is a mighty all star line-up who can rock up a storm, with subtle flashes …

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Stars at the Shell: Lake Street Dive

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General Admission – $30 Advance/ $35 Day of show A special night of Stars at the Shell featuring the rock/soul quartet — Lake Street Dive! Stars at the Shell is a fundraising event benefiting the Levitt Shell. The Levitt Shell is a non-profit presenting 50 free concerts each year.  Our mission is building a stronger Memphis community through free music, finding common …

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Opera Memphis

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Opera Memphis is back at the Levitt Shell during this year’s 30 Days of Opera! 30 Days of Opera is exactly what it sounds like: 30 days of totally awesome – totally FREE – performances by Opera Memphis all over Memphis and the MidSouth. A fan favorite, our yearly Levitt Shellperformance is full of fun for operaphiles and newbies alike. Think …

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North Mississippi Allstars

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Founded in 1996 by brothers Luther (guitar and vocals) and Cody Dickinson (drums, piano, synth bass, programming and vocals) are the North Mississippi Allstars. This show is one of the annual favorites at Levitt Shell. Website | Facebook

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Memphis Renaissance

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This unique presentation continues the creative alliance between New Ballet Ensemble & School, the Memphis Symphony Orchestra, and Levitt Shell that began in 2015.