From the famous SUN Studio:
Sun Studio is closing temporarily to help keep everyone safe and healthy. We hope to be back up and running soon and hope you will plan to come back and see us!’
From the Elvis Presley Birthplace:
For the safety of our community and our visitors, the Elvis Presley Birthplace is currently closed. We will continue to follow the COVID-19 situation. Updates will be shared on our website, on our Facebook page, and through our e-newsletter. We appreciate your patience and understanding. Thank you, and stay safe.
We look forward to seeing you in the near future.
The Elvis Presley Birthplace
Graceland is still open for tours:
As part of our commitment to the health and well-being of Graceland guests, staff and the larger community, we are carefully monitoring the evolving coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and are in contact with city leaders and local health agencies for information and guidance.
While some concerts and events have been rescheduled, Elvis Presley’s Graceland and The Guest House at Graceland Hotel will continue to welcome guests as usual, while continuing to implement preventive measures in line with the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other health agencies. Graceland has always had high standards of cleanliness, which assists with illness prevention, and we will remain proactive around all areas of the Graceland campus.
ELVIS Biopic Delayed By Only Two Weeks
According to Film Australia Tom Hanks remains the only person involved in the Baz Luhrmann Elvis biopic to have contracted (COVID-19) Coronavirus.
A representative stated, "We have delayed our start date by approximately two weeks to allow for their full recovery." Production should re-start in early April.
"We are aware of only the one case of the coronavirus amongst cast and crew and additionally the cast member's wife Rita Wilson.
Director Baz Luhrmann and his family remain in the standard 14-day isolation in a house on the Gold Coast.
Nashville Elvis Festival 2020 Cancelled
The Producers of Nashville Elvis Festival have wisely decided to cancel this year's festival.
"The safety and security of our audiences, talent, and staff is our top priority, so with heavy hearts we have regretfully decided to cancel the 4th annual Nashville Elvis Festival. We do so in an abundance of caution and in cooperation with President Trump's national emergency declaration earlier this week. ... The need to cancel was not an easy decision, as it impacts many people throughout the Nashville community and Elvis family, including our dedicated staff, performers, partners and many more. ... However, in these most difficult of times, we must keep our entire community safe.
We hope to see you next year for the 5th (almost) annual Nashville Elvis Festival. Save the date: March 11-14, 2021."
(Source: sun Studio Memphis / Graceland / ElvisMatters / Elvis Information Network / Film Australia)