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Photo Flash: First Look at CABARET at Franklin Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2014
CABARET comes to the Franklin Theatre this Saturday at 7pm and Sunday at 5:00pm. Directed by Sondra Morton, CABARET features Musical Direction by Jamey Green and Choreography by Lauri Gregoire. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Clarence Brown Theatre to Give Away 40 Pairs of Tickets in 40 Days in Honor of 40th Anniversary
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2014
To celebrate 40 years as East Tennessee's only professional theater, the Clarence Brown Theatre will give away 40 pairs of tickets in 40 days along with a Grand Prize winner at the conclusion of the giveaway. To enter the "40-40-40 Giveaway" to win the tickets, contestants must "like" the Clarence Brown Theatre's Facebook page (Clarence Brown Theatre). Current fans of the Clarence Brown Theatre Facebook page are automatically entered to win.
The Center for the Arts Presents TALLEY'S FOLLY, 8/1-10
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2014
The Center for the Arts located at the corner of Church and College streets off of the square in Murfreesboro is proud to introduce TALLEY'S FOLLY. This is the third and last production in the Center's gallery series, which is a more intimate theater experience.
Lakewood Theatre Company's THE RED VELVET CAKE WAR Continues Through 8/3
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2014
Lakewood Theater Company continues its successful 2014 season with their production of The Red Velvet Cake War, beginning Friday, July 18, 2014 and running through Sunday, August 3, 2014.
Photo Flash: Casting Announced for Playhouse Nashville's Production of SCARECROWS WILL NEVER SEE THE SUNSET
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2014
Playhouse Nashville has quickly established itself in the local theatre landscape on the strength of productions described by reviewers as "wickedly funny" (SEXTAPE & OTHER STORIES), "stunning" (DEVIL SEDAN), and "devastatingly honest" (ULTRASOUND). That well-earned reputation for eliciting memorable performances from talented actors working on original material continues with the newly announced ensemble for SCARECROWS WILL NEVER SEE THE SUNSET.
SEUSSICAL Opens Today at the Franklin Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2014
Tony winners Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty ('LUCKY STIFF', 'MY FAVORITE YEAR', 'ONCE ON THIS ISLAND', and 'RAGTIME') have lovingly brought to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, Lazy Mayzie, and a little boy with a big imagination--Jojo. The colorful characters transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the invisible world of the Whos.
Cumberland County Playhouse Adds Three Performances to FRONT PAGE NEWS, Now Through 7/27
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2014
Cumberland County Playhouse and its producing partner The SCOPES FESTIVAL, in Dayton, TN, have added three more performances of FRONT PAGE NEWS, the newly adapted, historically accurate play with music, opening Friday July 18 in the historic "monkey trial" courtroom in Dayton's Rhea County Courthouse. Additional shows of the new work are on Saturday, July 26 at 2:30 and 7:30pm, and the final show on Sunday, July 27 at 2:30 pm (All times are EDT). "Tickets for opening weekend are going fast, with a few good seats still open, especially on Saturday night at 7:30" says MainStreet Dayton director Anna Tromanhouser of the Festival Committee. "But call now!"
Street Theatre Company's Annual Fundraiser Set for 8/9
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2014
The secret's out: Street Theatre is going underground and we're smuggling you in! The roaring 20s are back for one night only during STC's annual fundraiser. Featuring live music by Gin Mill Six, performances by the Nashville Swing Dance Foundation and some of your favorite STC performers, dancing, heavy hors d'oeuvres, and of course booze, Bootleg & Boogie promises to be one of the hottest nights Nashville has seen this summer.
Nashville Stagecraft to Present CINDY & ELLA, Begin. 8/8
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2014
Gaddis and Schuffman have written together since 2010 and have produced original work independently in New York City and Nashville, including spring's The Mad King Lear. Lucy Turner(Bad Seed, Miracles on Honey Bee Hill, The Caretakers), Lanie Shannon(Royal Gambit, The Glass Menagerie), Harley Walker(The Drowsy Chaperone), and newcomer Adam Bridges star. Performances are August 8th and 9th, 15th and 16th at the 4th Story Theater at the West End United Methodist Church.
Cumberland County Playhouse Presents GYPSY, Now thru 9/5
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2014
Beginning July 18, everything's coming up roses as the Playhouse brings one of the greatest American musicals of all time to life…Gypsy! From the unforgettable first notes of its legendary overture to the final white hot spotlight, Gypsy is considered by many to be 'the best musical ever,' as it tells the story of the archetypal stage mother, Rose and her daughters June and Louise. Set during the 1920s fading vaudeville circuit, Gypsy portrays the rise of famed burlesque performer Gypsy Rose Lee and casts an affectionate eye on show business as she journeys across the country with her mother and sister during a time when Vaudeville was dying… and burlesque was born. Bold, brassy, yet remarkably charming, Rose puts today's Dance Moms to shame as she steamrolls everyone in her way to turn her daughters into child stars. When the younger, more talented daughter defects, Rose sinks all her hopes (and claws) into the elder.
Photo Flash: First Look at SEUSSICAL at the Franklin Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2014
SEUSSICAL comes to the Franklin Theatre this Saturday and Sunday for four shows. The musical is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza that is fun for the whole family! BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
EVIL DEAD - THE MUSICAL to Play TPAC, 10/17-18
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2014
Evil Dead - The Musical, winner of the 2007 Dora Audience Choice Award as Toronto's favorite show, unleashes its mayhem and fun on October 17-18 for a limited, three-performance engagement at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center's James K. Polk Theater.
Eddie George in THE WHIPPING MAN Highlights Tennessee Rep's 30th Anniversary Season; Casting Announced!
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2014
Tennessee Repertory Theatre has worked with Pulitzer Prize-winners, Tony Award-winners, and Oscar Award-winners (largely through its burgeoning Ingram New Works Project). And now Nashville's flagship professional theatre can add a Heisman Trophy-winner to that list: Eddie George. The former Tennessee Titan will headline the February production of The Whipping Man.
STAGE TUBE: SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL at the Franklin Theatre, 7/19-20
by Courtnie Mele - July 12, 2014
The Act Too Players Summer Production of Seussical opens at the Franklin Theatre for 2 Shows Only! The shows are at 1pm and 6pm on Saturday July 19th & Sunday July 20th.
Center for the Arts to Present THE KING AND I, Opening 7/11
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2014
The Center for the Arts located at the corner of Church and College streets off of the square in Murfreesboro is proud to introduce THE KING AND I. East versus West make for a dramatic, richly textured and ultimately uplifting tale of enormous fascination.
National Tour of CAMELOT Coming to TPAC, 11/4-9
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2014
The national tour of Lerner & Loewe's CAMELOT reimagines the classic tale of King Arthur, Guinevere, and Lancelot, and Nashville audiences can fall in love again with this beloved musical, which will play Tennessee Performing Arts Center's Andrew Jackson Hall for a limited, one-week engagement November 4-9.
CHICAGO National Tour to Return to Nashville, 10/21-26
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2014
CHICAGO, which opened to rave reviews on November 14, 1996, has the distinction of being the longest-running American musical in Broadway history and shows no sign of ever slowing down. CHICAGO will play Tennessee Performing Arts Center's Andrew Jackson Hall for a limited, one-week engagement from October 21-26.
Cumberland County Playhouse Presents GYPSY, 7/18-9/5
by BWW News Desk - July 03, 2014
Beginning July 18, everything's coming up roses as the Playhouse brings one of the greatest American musicals of all time to life…Gypsy! From the unforgettable first notes of its legendary overture to the final white hot spotlight, Gypsy is considered by many to be 'the best musical ever,' as it tells the story of the archetypal stage mother, Rose and her daughters June and Louise. Set during the 1920s fading vaudeville circuit, Gypsy portrays the rise of famed burlesque performer Gypsy Rose Lee and casts an affectionate eye on show business as she journeys across the country with her mother and sister during a time when Vaudeville was dying… and burlesque was born. Bold, brassy, yet remarkably charming, Rose puts today's Dance Moms to shame as she steamrolls everyone in her way to turn her daughters into child stars. When the younger, more talented daughter defects, Rose sinks all her hopes (and claws) into the elder.
Photo Flash: The Franklin Theatre Presents SEUSSICAL for Two Days Only, 7/19-20
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2014
The Act Too Players (ATP), Williamson County's premier training program for all youths interested in the performing arts will take the stage in June with the production of SEUSSICAL. The productions will run from July 19th and July 20th at the historic Franklin Theatre located in Downtown Franklin, Tennessee.
Tim Robbins-Helmed A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM to Kick Off OZ's 2014-15 Season; Lineup Announced!
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2014
Today OZ, Nashville's first contemporary arts center, announces its 2014-15 season, which runs September 12, 2014 - June 27, 2015. The season is bookended by premieres, beginning with two performances (September 12 & 13) of Tim Robbins' interpretation of A Midsummer Night's Dream, produced and acted by the company he founded and leads, The Actors' Gang, in the production's first U.S. engagement outside of the company's home theater in Los Angeles. OZ's 2014-15 program will conclude with the world premiere (June 18-20) of Memory Rings, the latest multi-media stage production from innovative New York City-based puppetry collective Phantom Limb Company.
ONCE National Tour Coming to Andrew Jackson Hall, 9/16-21
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2014
ONCE, winner of eight Tony Awards including Best Musical and winner of the 2013 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, will play Tennessee Performing Arts Center's Andrew Jackson Hall for a limited, one-week engagement from September 16-21.
Elvis Presley's Graceland & City of Memphis Gear Up for 60th Anniversary of Rock 'N' Roll
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2014
The yearlong celebration to commemorate Elvis' first professional recording kicks into high gear during the Independence Day weekend as Memphis and Elvis Presley's Graceland celebrate 60 years of rock 'n' roll.
THE BOOK OF MORMON Comes to the Orpheum Theatre, Now thru 6/29
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2014
THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, has announced a lottery ticket policy for the National Tour, which begins tonight, June 24th at The Orpheum Theatre in Memphis, TN and plays a limited one week engagement through June 29th. In Memphis, the production will conduct a pre-show lottery at the box office, making a limited number of tickets available at $25 apiece (cash only). This lottery will be held prior to every performance.
Tennessee Shakespeare Festival Actors Set for Reading of NO KIN TO ELIVS Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2014
Tennessee Shakespeare Festival actors, under the direction of Lane Davies, will perform a reading of No Kin to Elvis, a play adapted from the book of the same name. The story is set 1957 in the fictitous town of Marlburn, Georgia, a small community situated in the heart of a burgeoning carpet industry, still enjoying a postwar boom. Emmer Lee Prestely, a young woman transplanted from the mountains of North Carolina, must fight to save her humble home from the local mafia after her husband Elzo loses a bet on the '57 World Series to their book. Elzo goes missing in a boating accident after the Series, so Emmer is forced to join forces with her estranged bootlegging daddy Bus Prestley to stave off eviction from her home.
Shenandoah Feels the Love in New Miranda Lambert Tune
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2014
After listening to Miranda Lambert's new tune, 'Another Sunday In The South,'SHENANDOAH band members, past and present, are feeling the love from one of the biggest stars in Country music.

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