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January 20, 2016 By Ricci 29 Comments

Matilda in Memphis

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Last week I took myself on a little solo trip to Memphis to see Matilda the Musical at the Orpheum Theater. You may recall I took this same trip around this time last year, but saw The Lion King instead.

Last year was my very first solo trip and I really enjoyed it! I am glad that I am comfortable enough to travel by myself, even if it is only for a night and only to a town a couple hours away. I am not going to miss doing or seeing something I want just because I can’t find anyone to go with me. Ok?

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When I was planning my trip I decided to eat at the Cheesecake factory because I haven’t been in forever and Memphis just got one!! Yay for me!! I got the Louisiana Chicken Pasta and wound up taking half of that and my Turtle Cheesecake back to my hotel room to eat after the show!! I love me some Cheesecake Factory but man it fills me up!! YUM!!

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I stayed at a Sheraton in Germantown and really loved my room! I actually got a King Suite with a living room and bedroom and it was way cheaper than a regular hotel room downtown! Score one for me!!

I got to the Orpheum early to take some pics and so I could valet park! The Orpheum in Memphis is downtown and not very safe for single ladies to walk around alone at night so the valet was much needed and nice since it was literally two steps away from the theater doors!

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I have to say that while I was excited to go see Matilda I was kind of…ehhhh…since it’s a kid’s musical but let me tell you something, Matilda might just be my favorite show to date!! It was so much fun and very energetic and I laughed and just really loved the whole thing! It truly was an awesome show!!

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On my way home the next morning I stopped at Starbucks and got a carmel frap to go and wouldn’t you know that this is the very first time my name has ever been spelled right on a Starbucks cup?! Woohoo!!

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And you know I had to white girl out and get a “you are here collection” mug for my collection!! I am so excited about all of my mugs!! Now I just need to find a place to put them all!!

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Have you seen Matilda the Musical??

Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: Matilda, Memphis TN, musical, Orpheum, theater

Hi! I'm Ricci and let me be the first to welcome you to Ricci Alexis, my lifestyle and beauty blog! I am a 36 year old single lady and am currently living in central Arkansas. My current obsessions include my dog Sophie, McDonald's frappes, the smell of DryBar hair products, the Royal Family, anything leopard print and celebrity gossip. Read More…

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  1. Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says

    January 20, 2016 at 4:47 pm

    That must have been so much fun. I love Memphis. Nashville tends to get more of the spotlight these days, but Memphis is absolutely fantastic.

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  2. Robin Masshole mommy says

    January 20, 2016 at 5:32 pm

    My husband and I almost saw this when we were in New York City in November. I have heard great things about the show

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  3. lisa says

    January 20, 2016 at 5:47 pm

    I love Tennessee! And I really enjoy Matilda. I would love to see the play Matilda. Sounds like a great time!

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  4. Miles L. says

    January 20, 2016 at 6:43 pm

    I heard this show is a great musical presentation. I love music and stage play fused together.

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  5. Life as a Convert says

    January 20, 2016 at 7:03 pm

    What a cute mug! I like reading your travel blogs because I can live vicariously through you. I hardly ever travel.

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  6. Jeanette says

    January 20, 2016 at 7:07 pm

    I love going to Tennessee. The Orpheum theater I have not been to yet and I really want to go. I think that might have to be a vacation soon.

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  7. Annemarie LeBlanc says

    January 20, 2016 at 7:21 pm

    Glad to know you had a great time. I loved the idea of getting “You are here” mugs. I think you inspired me so much that I want to start my own collection too.

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  8. Liz Mays says

    January 20, 2016 at 8:06 pm

    It’s awesome that Matilda surprised you. I’d love to go see it with my daughter sometime. I love the souvenir!

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  9. Travel Blogger says

    January 20, 2016 at 9:16 pm

    I haven’t seen Matilda, but it looks very good. I think it is awesome that you can travel by yourself. It always makes me a little anxious. It is something I need to work on in the new year.

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  10. victoria says

    January 21, 2016 at 6:07 am

    I heard this show and people would really love this musical presentation. they look so enjoy when i walk to the group that talking about Matilda

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  11. Chubskulit Rose says

    January 21, 2016 at 9:10 am

    Awweee you are such an adventurer. I love musicals too and this would be awesome to watch.

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  12. Lynndee says

    January 21, 2016 at 12:57 pm

    I haven’t seen that musical yet, but I would love to. I hope we get to see one soon. I bet it’s exciting to see one.

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  13. Ann Bacciaglia says

    January 21, 2016 at 1:57 pm

    I have always wanted to go to Memphis. The Orpheum theater would be on my must go to list.

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  14. Chelsea says

    January 21, 2016 at 3:39 pm

    Looks like a nice trip! I have never been to Memphis, but you sure make it look fun! I love that you got the Starbucks mug! I want to get one from everywhere I travel.

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  15. OurFamilyWorld says

    January 21, 2016 at 4:01 pm

    I love the mug. The design and colors are cool! I’ve heard a lot of great things about Memphis.

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  16. rika says

    January 21, 2016 at 5:33 pm

    Solo trip? sounds fun and challenging. I’ve never been to Memphis.. can’t wait to visit

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  17. Sicorra@NotNowMomsBusy says

    January 21, 2016 at 6:06 pm

    I love Matilda the movie, so I am sure I would love the play as well. Good for you for venturing out on your own and having so much fun.

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  18. Ashley Whipple says

    January 21, 2016 at 6:21 pm

    What a fun trip! I love Matilda, I bet the play was awesome.

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  19. Erica Brooks says

    January 21, 2016 at 6:42 pm

    I think traveling alone is awesome. You can do what you want and enjoy some quality alone time. I’m glad you had a good time.

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  20. Tatanisha Pitts-Worthey says

    January 21, 2016 at 8:50 pm

    I want to see Matilda but I’m not really sure if my boys want to watch with me! lol Travelling solo is fun!

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  21. Bonnie @wemake7 says

    January 21, 2016 at 9:18 pm

    I love that mug you got, so cool. Sounds like a really fun little trip.

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  22. Up Run for Life says

    January 21, 2016 at 10:36 pm

    This sounds like fun. I would love to go to a musical with my husband. I love the coffee mug that you picked up.

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  23. ryan escat says

    January 22, 2016 at 2:34 am

    Sounds like a good trip. I heard so many good review about Matilda. They say the Musical Presentation was absolutely good.

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  24. Crystal Lopez says

    January 22, 2016 at 10:27 am

    Looks like an awesome trip! I have heard that there are a lot of really interesting venues and restaurants all over Memphis!

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  25. Jacqui Odell says

    January 22, 2016 at 12:35 pm

    I have never been to memphis, but I would LOVE to sometime!! Especially after seeing these pictures.

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  26. Lisa Rios says

    January 23, 2016 at 10:26 am

    I have never been there, would love to go to Memphis sometime soon with my husband & kids. It looks like you had a wonderful time out there & I love that beautiful Mug as well so much.

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  27. becka says

    January 23, 2016 at 2:34 pm

    My kids LOVE Matilda the movie and I think they would LOVE to watch this live show. Looks like so much fun in the videos I have seen.

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  28. Ashleigh says

    January 24, 2016 at 2:02 pm

    What a fun place to go for a vacation! I have never been but I love the nightlife look.

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  29. Krystal says

    January 26, 2016 at 3:54 pm

    I love those Starbucks city mugs. I need to start my own collection. Looks like a fun day!

    Reply

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Ricci is a 39 year old digital content creator from central Arkansas. She is passionate about skincare, travel, reading, and being an advocate for women's health issues. She is dog mom to Sophie, cat mom to Rooster and Poppy and an aunt to 10 amazing kiddos. riccialexis83@gmail.com

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