The Memphis Symphony debuts its Opus One conductor-less series this week.

At the Civil Rights Museum, through April 30th.

Tyler Perry returns to the stage in “Madea’s Big Happy Family” at The Orpheum Saturday and Sunday.

Chris Herrington reviews The Last Station, a look at the final days of Tolstoy, starring Christopher Plummer.

Read some case studies on making it during a recession in this week’s cover story.

The University of Memphis Theater presents Noel Coward’s biting satire, Hay Fever.

The Pink Palace is exhibiting photos of the Memphis Civil Rights era. Including this one by Earnest Withers.

Four new shows opened last week. Carol Knowles has the latest. (shown: Alpha by Pinkney Herbert)

This would be a great weekend to visit The Brooks and take in “Venice in the Age of Canaletto.”

Chris Herrington reviews Garry Marshall’s new film, Valentine’s Day.

Jackson Baker sets up the Herenton-Cohen grudge match in this week’s cover story.

This week would be a good time to check out the new Playhouse on the Square. Pippin plays through Sunday.