Back Yard Burgers

Experience a challenging and diverse repetoire of theatrical work that speaks to the intelligence, the soul, and the imagination of the Memphis community. This venue has been home to such performances as Matilada the Musical, Little Women: the Broadway Musical, Head over Heels: a new musical, Madagascar: a musical adventure, special family performances like The Ant and The Grasshopper, and much more for your entertainment and enjoyment.  They have performance time set aside for other groups such as Ballet Memphis, The Memphis Symphony Orchestra, Opera Memphis, the Indie Memphis Film Festival and others, creating a fantastic new synergy for performing arts in the Midtown area of Memphis.  

One of the original shops on Beale Street, A. Schwab's is an old-fashioned dry goods store that also sells voodoo paraphernalia. This shop contains every item imaginable in its football field sized building. Browse through the hundreds of unique specialty items and souvenirs.

Grab a cup of joe at one of Memphis' oldest and most celebrated coffeehouses. Java Cabana, located in the Cooper-Young neighborhood, serves some of the finest beverages in Memphis. Sip on some organic, fair trade coffee or tea as you share a delicious desert. Let the live music or poetry readings set a romantic background atmosphere.