Orion Financial Free Concert Series ft. Hattiloo 20th Celebration
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The Orion Financial Free Concert Series welcomes local, national, and international acts to the historic Overton Park Shell where legendary talent has left a timeless legacy.
About the Event:
About The Hattiloo Concert Experience:
Join us for an evening that brings the feeling of a Saturday-night soul revue to the theatre stage - blending gospel-rooted vocals, R&B grooves, Broadway show tunes, and short theatrical vignettes. This live concert captures the sound, spirit, and storytelling energy of Black performance in true Hattiloo style.
About Hattiloo Theatre:
Ekundayo Bandele, with support from an engaged board that Michael de Caetani chaired, founded Hattiloo Theatre in 2006, as 501(c)3, non-profit organization. It is named in honor of Ekundayo’s two daughters: Hatshepsut (Hatti) Bandele, and Oluremi (Loo) Bandele. The theatre opened on September 22, 2006 in a small store-front in the Edge District of Memphis, TN.
After eight years operating with a three-person staff, staging eight productions each season, in June 2014, following a $4.3M capital campaign, Hattiloo moved from its 75-seat theatre to a newly-constructed facility, debt free, and established a $500K endowment. A second campaign in 2016 funded the construction of a new Development Center. Also, in 2016, Hattiloo entered into a $1/year lease with the City of Memphis and converted an 8,000 square foot head-start school into the Hattiloo Technical Theatre Center. In 2017, the theatre purchased and opened HattiHouse – a residential space for guest artists and interns.
As the only freestanding Black repertory theatre in five surrounding states, Hattiloo has developed a strong regional audience (32% in 2015). Hattiloo is known for offering high-quality, free programming and performances staged throughout the city, engaging over 5,000 people each year. The evolution of its artistic vision and programming, and the success of its business model has made Hattiloo a sought-after resource nationwide.
🔗: https://overtonparkshell.org/eventpage/2026/9/26/orion-financial-free-concert-series/hattiloo
DECK PARTIES AVAILABLE
Want to experience the vibes and views like a VIP? Pick your favorite show, and throw a deck party!
🎉: https://overtonparkshell.org/sponsorship-opportunities
Know Before You Go:
Food Trucks: Odd Smash & Grab | Camelitas Taquería | Soi No. 9 | Mempops
Picnic baskets, coolers, beverages, blankets, and lawn chairs are always welcome. We also offer food and beverage for sale in the Autozone Food and Beverage Concourse. Dogs on a leash are welcome in designated areas. Overton Park Shell is a nonsmoking facility.
About the Event:
About The Hattiloo Concert Experience:
Join us for an evening that brings the feeling of a Saturday-night soul revue to the theatre stage - blending gospel-rooted vocals, R&B grooves, Broadway show tunes, and short theatrical vignettes. This live concert captures the sound, spirit, and storytelling energy of Black performance in true Hattiloo style.
About Hattiloo Theatre:
Ekundayo Bandele, with support from an engaged board that Michael de Caetani chaired, founded Hattiloo Theatre in 2006, as 501(c)3, non-profit organization. It is named in honor of Ekundayo’s two daughters: Hatshepsut (Hatti) Bandele, and Oluremi (Loo) Bandele. The theatre opened on September 22, 2006 in a small store-front in the Edge District of Memphis, TN.
After eight years operating with a three-person staff, staging eight productions each season, in June 2014, following a $4.3M capital campaign, Hattiloo moved from its 75-seat theatre to a newly-constructed facility, debt free, and established a $500K endowment. A second campaign in 2016 funded the construction of a new Development Center. Also, in 2016, Hattiloo entered into a $1/year lease with the City of Memphis and converted an 8,000 square foot head-start school into the Hattiloo Technical Theatre Center. In 2017, the theatre purchased and opened HattiHouse – a residential space for guest artists and interns.
As the only freestanding Black repertory theatre in five surrounding states, Hattiloo has developed a strong regional audience (32% in 2015). Hattiloo is known for offering high-quality, free programming and performances staged throughout the city, engaging over 5,000 people each year. The evolution of its artistic vision and programming, and the success of its business model has made Hattiloo a sought-after resource nationwide.
🔗: https://overtonparkshell.org/eventpage/2026/9/26/orion-financial-free-concert-series/hattiloo
DECK PARTIES AVAILABLE
Want to experience the vibes and views like a VIP? Pick your favorite show, and throw a deck party!
🎉: https://overtonparkshell.org/sponsorship-opportunities
Know Before You Go:
Food Trucks: Odd Smash & Grab | Camelitas Taquería | Soi No. 9 | Mempops
Picnic baskets, coolers, beverages, blankets, and lawn chairs are always welcome. We also offer food and beverage for sale in the Autozone Food and Beverage Concourse. Dogs on a leash are welcome in designated areas. Overton Park Shell is a nonsmoking facility.
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1928 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN, United States
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