MEMHIS, TN. (Top40 Charts/ Beckwith Company) -
Elvis Presley Enterprises:
WHAT:Various activities are planned over a four-day period at Graceland Mansion in Memphis to celebrate Elvis Presley's birthday. The key activities include:
WHEN/WHERE:
Saturday, January 5
8:00 p.m.
The Elvis Presley Birthday Pops
The Cannon Center for the Performing Arts The Memphis Symphony Orchestra presents a concert of Elvis' music performed from the original music charts from Elvis' concert tours. The Terry Mike Jeffrey Band will perform as the rhythm section. Lead vocals will be performed by Terry Mike Jeffrey. Special guest stars are members of Elvis' original TCB Band: James Burton, Glen D. Hardin and Ronnie Tutt.
Sunday, January 6
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Elvis Insiders Reception & Graceland Evening Tour
Graceland
An "Elvis Insiders" evening tour of Graceland Mansion in its holiday splendor, along with a reception across the street in Graceland Plaza, which will include Elvis' airplanes, the "Elvis Jumpsuits: All Access" display in the Sincerely Elvis Exhibit and The Elvis Presley Automobile Museum. There will be appearances by Elvis' friends and associates Larry Geller, Cynthia Pepper and members of the TCB Band. Special Elvis exhibits from the Graceland Archives will also be on display inside the residential area of the mansion.
Monday, January 7
10:00 a.m. - Noon
Elvis Fan Club Presidents' Event
Fogelmen Executive Conference Center, University of Memphis Elvis Fan Club Presidents from around the world gather to speak with EPE representatives and exchange ideas. Special guest speaker will be Larry Geller, one of Elvis' close friends. By invitation only.
Tuesday, January 8
8:45 a.m.
Elvis Presley Day Ceremony
Graceland
The traditional ceremony with a special program hosted for the first time by Priscilla Presley, along with Graceland/EPE officials, will feature a birthday cake cutting and a proclamation of Elvis Presley Day by City of Memphis and Shelby County officials.
Immediately following the proclamation, the media is invited to join Ms. Presley behind the mansion for the introduction of the newest member of the "Graceland Family."
7:00 p.m.
The Elvis Birthday Grizzlies Game
The FEDEX Forum
The game will include Elvis-themed music, performances and prizes.
