Renowned dance artist Lil Buck conceives, choreographs and performs in a new show called Memphis Jookin’: The Show an ode to Lil Buck’s hometown of Memphis, TN—the birthplace of the singular dance style known as Memphis Jookin’.

The show takes us on a journey to the fabled city to chronicle how the artform emerged from local street dance to international phenomenon. The original production will star Lil Buck alongside 10 highly skilled Memphis Jookin’ dancers and a DJ performing to a soundtrack that evokes the energy of the streets, the hallways and the clubs where Memphis Jookin’ was born.

“His agile physical instrument is astounding…[and] fueling it all is the emotion that drives his magnetic dancing. There is struggle and pain, joy and healing, and ultimately, a transformation” (The New York Times).

This performance will last approximately 85 minutes and be performed without an intermission.

The world premiere of Memphis Jookin’—The Show featuring Lil Buck was performed at the Orpheum Theatre, Memphis, TN on February 11, 2022.

Produced by CAMI Music LLC & Lil Buck Entertainment

Co-produced by the Orpheum Theatre Group, Memphis, TN

Funding for Memphis Jookin’—The Show dance education programming is underwritten by Jody and John Arnhold and the Arnhold Foundation.

These performances are made possible, in part, by Patron Sponsors: Maris & Ivan Meyerson.

Parking and Traffic Alerts

Parking may be a problem on campus for the Sat, Feb 26 performance due to a Cal Men’s Basketball game.

See our Parking Alert section for more information.