Get ready for a night packed with unforgettable songs, bold style, and nonstop energy. Remember When Rock Was Young – The Elton John Experience brings the music, costumes, and charisma of Elton John to the stage in a full-scale theatrical experience that has audiences on their feet from start to finish.
Starring award-winning singer, actor, and pianist Craig A. Meyer, this show delivers powerful vocals, incredible piano work, and a striking resemblance that captures the spirit of Elton John’s legendary performances. Meyer has toured internationally and shared the stage with icons like Frankie Valli and Barry Manilow, earning a reputation as one of the most celebrated Elton John tribute artists today.
From “Benny and the Jets” and “Philadelphia Freedom” to “Crocodile Rock,” “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road,” and “Candle in the Wind,” this is a high-energy musical journey through decades of chart-topping hits. If you’re ready to sing along, relive the memories, and celebrate when rock was young, this is the night to do it.
“Craig A Meyer is one of the most talented people I have ever worked with. He can do ANYTHING!” – Barry Manilow
Remember When Rock Was Young – The Elton John Experience will be live at The Carolina Opry Theater on Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 7:00pm. Tickets are on sale now – click ‘Get Tickets’ to purchase!
Please note that events in the Performing Arts Series are independently produced and managed by the respective performers or event organizers. The theater provides the performance space but does not oversee or control show content, performers, sound, or lighting design, run time, or photography/recording policies. Performer lineups and show content are subject to change at the discretion of the organizer without prior notice. The theater assumes no liability for changes to the advertised program or for the conduct of the producing party.













