STAGE TUBE: Behind-the-Scenes with Tennessee Rep's THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST
by Christina Mancuso - September 24, 2013
Tennessee Repertory Theatre continues its 2013-2014 season with Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest, a Trivial Comedy for Serious People. The classic comedy opens October 12th with a scheduled run thru October 26th (previews October 10-11), but the crew here at Tennessee Rep has already been in the thick of Earnest for quite some time.
by Christina Mancuso - September 24, 2013
Tennessee Repertory Theatre continues its 2013-2014 season with Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest, a Trivial Comedy for Serious People. The classic comedy opens October 12th with a scheduled run thru October 26th (previews October 10-11), but the crew here at Tennessee Rep has already been in the thick of Earnest for quite some time.
Nashville Improv Company's 13-Hour Charity Marathon Set for 10/19
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2013
On Saturday October 19th, from 1pm to 2am, The Nashville Improv Company will present their 2nd annual improv marathon at The Building, 1008 Woodland St in East Nashville, all proceeds donated to Hands On Nashville.
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2013
On Saturday October 19th, from 1pm to 2am, The Nashville Improv Company will present their 2nd annual improv marathon at The Building, 1008 Woodland St in East Nashville, all proceeds donated to Hands On Nashville.
Our Country's Good to Play at The Carousel Theatre October 3-20
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2013
Our Country's Good by Timberlake Wertenbaker will play in the Clarence Brown Theatre's Carousel Theatre October 3-20, 2014. Based on real events, this award-winning drama is an evocative look at a moment in history - the founding of a nation -and an inspiring tale about the transforming power of theatre. The production is sponsored by the Clayton Foundation. It contains brief nudity and strong language. A staged reading of The Recruiting Officer immediately following the Friday, October 11 performance and a talk back with the director, dramaturg and cast immediately following the Sunday, October 13 matinee also are associated with this production.
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2013
Our Country's Good by Timberlake Wertenbaker will play in the Clarence Brown Theatre's Carousel Theatre October 3-20, 2014. Based on real events, this award-winning drama is an evocative look at a moment in history - the founding of a nation -and an inspiring tale about the transforming power of theatre. The production is sponsored by the Clayton Foundation. It contains brief nudity and strong language. A staged reading of The Recruiting Officer immediately following the Friday, October 11 performance and a talk back with the director, dramaturg and cast immediately following the Sunday, October 13 matinee also are associated with this production.
Fall Workshops Continue at Street Theatre Through 11/16
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2013
Street Theatre Company's youth program, ClassAct Dramatics, announces it's fall youth programming workshop series, Through The Stage Door, in partnership with seven local Teaching Artists. This fall, young actors will have the opportunity to learn from local professional teaching artists to learn many different aspects of theatre both on and off the stage.
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2013
Street Theatre Company's youth program, ClassAct Dramatics, announces it's fall youth programming workshop series, Through The Stage Door, in partnership with seven local Teaching Artists. This fall, young actors will have the opportunity to learn from local professional teaching artists to learn many different aspects of theatre both on and off the stage.
Street Theatre to Present ICHABOD: MISSING IN SLEEPY HOLLOW, 10/4-12
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2013
Street Theatre's ClassAct Dramatics is proud to present Ichabod: Missing in Sleepy Hollow by Jeremy Sony, October 4 - 12. Fridays at 7pm and Saturdays at 2pm and 7pm. Tickets are only $7 and are available online at http://streettheatrecompany.org/
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2013
Street Theatre's ClassAct Dramatics is proud to present Ichabod: Missing in Sleepy Hollow by Jeremy Sony, October 4 - 12. Fridays at 7pm and Saturdays at 2pm and 7pm. Tickets are only $7 and are available online at http://streettheatrecompany.org/
Street Theatre's Teen Improv Troup to Host 'Teen Night,' 9/27
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2013
Street Theatre Company's Teen Improv Troupe will be performing a Teen Night at the Improv on Friday, September 27th at 7pm. Tickets are only $5 for a night full of belly laughs. Doors open at 6:30 for general admission seating.
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2013
Street Theatre Company's Teen Improv Troupe will be performing a Teen Night at the Improv on Friday, September 27th at 7pm. Tickets are only $5 for a night full of belly laughs. Doors open at 6:30 for general admission seating.
October–Artober! Schedule Announced for the Frist Center
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2013
October-Artober!-is jam-packed with quality programming at the Frist Center. Here, a few highlights:
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2013
October-Artober!-is jam-packed with quality programming at the Frist Center. Here, a few highlights:
Lakewood Theatre Co. to Present THE BEVERLY HILLBILLIES, 10/4-20
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2013
Lakewood Theatre Company in Old Hickory, TN presents The Beverly Hillbillies, adapted by David Rogers and based on the television program by Paul Henning.
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2013
Lakewood Theatre Company in Old Hickory, TN presents The Beverly Hillbillies, adapted by David Rogers and based on the television program by Paul Henning.
Nashville Artist Partners with East Side Story for Exhibition Inspired by Local Authors, Beg. 10/12
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2013
Nashville visual artist Jeff Bertrand has partnered with East Side Story to create an exhibition of works inspired by local Nashville authors entitled Nashville Storytellers: Faces behind the Stories. The exhibition celebrating Nashville's literary scene through portraits of local authors will kick off with a reception Saturday, October 12, 5-9 p.m. at East Side Story located at 1108 Woodland Street, Unit B, in East Nashville. This reception is free and open to the public.
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2013
Nashville visual artist Jeff Bertrand has partnered with East Side Story to create an exhibition of works inspired by local Nashville authors entitled Nashville Storytellers: Faces behind the Stories. The exhibition celebrating Nashville's literary scene through portraits of local authors will kick off with a reception Saturday, October 12, 5-9 p.m. at East Side Story located at 1108 Woodland Street, Unit B, in East Nashville. This reception is free and open to the public.
Roxy Regional Theatre Opens 31st Season with SPAMALOT Tonight
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2013
Flying cows, killer rabbits, beautiful show girls and rude Frenchmen are just some of the oddities and marvels which will be on hand to usher in the Roxy Regional Theatre's 31st season with the opening of the Tony Award-winning musical comedy sensation Monty Python's SPAMALOT tonight, September 13, at 8pm.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2013
Flying cows, killer rabbits, beautiful show girls and rude Frenchmen are just some of the oddities and marvels which will be on hand to usher in the Roxy Regional Theatre's 31st season with the opening of the Tony Award-winning musical comedy sensation Monty Python's SPAMALOT tonight, September 13, at 8pm.
BWW Reviews: Tennessee Rep's LARRIES
by Cara Richardson - September 12, 2013
With hilarious, dark, and strange turns Larries centers on a family in which the husband and wife have been dealing with marital issues. The thing that separates Larries from any other family drama is when Wanda comes home looking for a fight with her husband, she finds him. And him. And him. And him.
by Cara Richardson - September 12, 2013
With hilarious, dark, and strange turns Larries centers on a family in which the husband and wife have been dealing with marital issues. The thing that separates Larries from any other family drama is when Wanda comes home looking for a fight with her husband, she finds him. And him. And him. And him.
BWW Reviews: THE SECRET GARDEN at Chattanooga Theatre Center
by Cara Richardson - September 10, 2013
Chattanooga Theatre Center started their 2013-2014 season with a bang. Family friendly musical The Secret Garden opened on September 6th with direction by Mike Lees and choreography by Jessica Laliberte Bowman.
by Cara Richardson - September 10, 2013
Chattanooga Theatre Center started their 2013-2014 season with a bang. Family friendly musical The Secret Garden opened on September 6th with direction by Mike Lees and choreography by Jessica Laliberte Bowman.
BWW Reviews: NOISES OFF Leaves Audience in Stitches at The Clarence Brown Theatre
by Cara Richardson - September 10, 2013
Noises Off is truly a show meant for theatre people. Focusing on the production of a fictional play called Nothing On, the audience is taken behind the scenes of a play that seems cursed from the start.
by Cara Richardson - September 10, 2013
Noises Off is truly a show meant for theatre people. Focusing on the production of a fictional play called Nothing On, the audience is taken behind the scenes of a play that seems cursed from the start.
Dance Theater of Tennessee Presents BALLET IN THE PARK, 9/20
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2013
In line with our mission of bringing the beauty of dance and the magic of ballet to the people, DTT presents BALLET IN THE PARK performance series from September 20 - 30, 2013. The performances will be held at the Centennial Park Bandshell and is being presented in partnership with Metro Parks and Recreation. The City of Nashville through its Metro Parks have launched successful partnerships in presenting classical music (Symphony) and classical theater (Shakespeare) in a relaxed, relatable and easily accessible setting and DTT is thrilled to partner with Metro Parks in presenting classical dance as another way for the city and the entire community to experience live performing arts up-close and personal. Named as 'Best Dance Series in Nashville,' DTT is excited to bring back Ballet in the Park this 'The inaugural Ballet in the Park performance series was a success. Almost 1,300 people came and joined us for just 2 performances. Another 250 of them staying late Sunday night to wait with us for the weather to hold up,' shares DTT Artistic Director Christopher Mohnani. 'The response we got from the audience, which gave us rousing ovations after only two performances, was a strong indication of the need for an outdoor classical dance series. We were so honored and grateful that Dance Theatre of Tennessee was able to fulfill that need,'
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2013
In line with our mission of bringing the beauty of dance and the magic of ballet to the people, DTT presents BALLET IN THE PARK performance series from September 20 - 30, 2013. The performances will be held at the Centennial Park Bandshell and is being presented in partnership with Metro Parks and Recreation. The City of Nashville through its Metro Parks have launched successful partnerships in presenting classical music (Symphony) and classical theater (Shakespeare) in a relaxed, relatable and easily accessible setting and DTT is thrilled to partner with Metro Parks in presenting classical dance as another way for the city and the entire community to experience live performing arts up-close and personal. Named as 'Best Dance Series in Nashville,' DTT is excited to bring back Ballet in the Park this 'The inaugural Ballet in the Park performance series was a success. Almost 1,300 people came and joined us for just 2 performances. Another 250 of them staying late Sunday night to wait with us for the weather to hold up,' shares DTT Artistic Director Christopher Mohnani. 'The response we got from the audience, which gave us rousing ovations after only two performances, was a strong indication of the need for an outdoor classical dance series. We were so honored and grateful that Dance Theatre of Tennessee was able to fulfill that need,'
Franklin School for Performing Arts Hosts Open House Today
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2013
The Franklin School for the Performing Arts will hold an Open House for prospective students and families today, September 7 at 38 Main Street in Franklin from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and at FSPA's satellite facility in downtown Hudson, located at 14 Main Street in the historic Odd Fellows Building, from 1-4 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2013
The Franklin School for the Performing Arts will hold an Open House for prospective students and families today, September 7 at 38 Main Street in Franklin from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and at FSPA's satellite facility in downtown Hudson, located at 14 Main Street in the historic Odd Fellows Building, from 1-4 p.m.
Valley Conservatory Presents Early Music Festival, Now thru 9/8
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2013
Broadway Theatre League is sharing a very fun event coming up soon - The Tennessee Valley's First Early Music Festival, presented by Valley Conservatory, today, September 6 - 8 at First Christian Church on Whitesburg.
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2013
Broadway Theatre League is sharing a very fun event coming up soon - The Tennessee Valley's First Early Music Festival, presented by Valley Conservatory, today, September 6 - 8 at First Christian Church on Whitesburg.
Street Theatre Company Opens THE CHILDREN'S HOUR Today
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2013
THE CHILDREN'S HOUR by Lillian Hellman addresses the insidious power of a lie in a riveting drama opening at Street Theatre Company today, September 6th. When a student at an all-girl's boarding school perceives she is being treated unfairly by the women who run the school, she fabricates a malicious lie about them that pushes relationships to the brink, tests assumptions, and challenges preconceived notions of the truth.
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2013
THE CHILDREN'S HOUR by Lillian Hellman addresses the insidious power of a lie in a riveting drama opening at Street Theatre Company today, September 6th. When a student at an all-girl's boarding school perceives she is being treated unfairly by the women who run the school, she fabricates a malicious lie about them that pushes relationships to the brink, tests assumptions, and challenges preconceived notions of the truth.
Tennessee Rep Kicks Off 29th Season with Nate Eppler's LARRIES Tonight
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2013
Tennessee Repertory Theatre kicks off its 29th season of live, professional theatre with the world premiere of Nate Eppler's dark comedy Larries. Larries runs September 7 - 21 at TPAC's Johnson Theater (with preview performances tonight, September 5 - 6).
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2013
Tennessee Repertory Theatre kicks off its 29th season of live, professional theatre with the world premiere of Nate Eppler's dark comedy Larries. Larries runs September 7 - 21 at TPAC's Johnson Theater (with preview performances tonight, September 5 - 6).
Franklin School for Performing Arts to Host Open House, 9/7
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2013
The Franklin School for the Performing Arts will hold an Open House for prospective students and families on Saturday, September 7 at 38 Main Street in Franklin from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and at FSPA's satellite facility in downtown Hudson, located at 14 Main Street in the historic Odd Fellows Building, from 1-4 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2013
The Franklin School for the Performing Arts will hold an Open House for prospective students and families on Saturday, September 7 at 38 Main Street in Franklin from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and at FSPA's satellite facility in downtown Hudson, located at 14 Main Street in the historic Odd Fellows Building, from 1-4 p.m.
Clarence Brown Theatre to Offer Open Captioning to Select 2013-14 Performances
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2013
The first professional producing theatre in Tennessee to offer this service, the Clarence Brown Theatre has partnered with the Theatre Development Fund's National Open Captioning Initiative to provide open captioning free of charge for the deaf and hard-of-hearing at select CBT performances during the 2013-2014 season.
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2013
The first professional producing theatre in Tennessee to offer this service, the Clarence Brown Theatre has partnered with the Theatre Development Fund's National Open Captioning Initiative to provide open captioning free of charge for the deaf and hard-of-hearing at select CBT performances during the 2013-2014 season.
Roxy Regional Theatre's SPAMALOT to Open 9/13
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2013
Flying cows, killer rabbits, beautiful show girls and rude Frenchmen are just some of the oddities and marvels which will be on hand to usher in the Roxy Regional Theatre's 31st season with the opening of the Tony Award-winning musical comedy sensation Monty Python's SPAMALOT on Friday, September 13, at 8pm.
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2013
Flying cows, killer rabbits, beautiful show girls and rude Frenchmen are just some of the oddities and marvels which will be on hand to usher in the Roxy Regional Theatre's 31st season with the opening of the Tony Award-winning musical comedy sensation Monty Python's SPAMALOT on Friday, September 13, at 8pm.
Tennessee Rep to Kick Off 29th Season with Nate Eppler's LARRIES, Begin. 9/5
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2013
Tennessee Repertory Theatre kicks off its 29th season of live, professional theatre with the world premiere of Nate Eppler's dark comedy Larries. Larries runs September 7 - 21 at TPAC's Johnson Theater (with preview performances September 5 - 6).
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2013
Tennessee Repertory Theatre kicks off its 29th season of live, professional theatre with the world premiere of Nate Eppler's dark comedy Larries. Larries runs September 7 - 21 at TPAC's Johnson Theater (with preview performances September 5 - 6).
Clarence Brown Theatre to Open 2013-14 Season with NOISES OFF, 9/5-22
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2013
Lacy lingerie and lots and lots of sardines abound in the Clarence Brown Theatre season opener 'Noises Off' playing on the mainstage September 5-22, 2013. The two-time Tony nominated farce written by Michael Frayn looks at the follies of theatre people, whose susceptibility to out-of-control egos, memory loss and passionate affairs turns every performance into quite the adventure. If you enjoy a good laugh, this production is definitely for you. The New York Times critic Frank Rich called it 'the funniest play written in my lifetime.' Special behind-the-scenes tours will be given following the Sept. 11 and 12 shows. Corporate sponsors for the production are Schaad Companies and Pilot Flying J. The play contains adult language and content and is recommended for mature audiences.
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2013
Lacy lingerie and lots and lots of sardines abound in the Clarence Brown Theatre season opener 'Noises Off' playing on the mainstage September 5-22, 2013. The two-time Tony nominated farce written by Michael Frayn looks at the follies of theatre people, whose susceptibility to out-of-control egos, memory loss and passionate affairs turns every performance into quite the adventure. If you enjoy a good laugh, this production is definitely for you. The New York Times critic Frank Rich called it 'the funniest play written in my lifetime.' Special behind-the-scenes tours will be given following the Sept. 11 and 12 shows. Corporate sponsors for the production are Schaad Companies and Pilot Flying J. The play contains adult language and content and is recommended for mature audiences.
Membership Week at The Frist Center for the Visual Arts Celebrates SENSUOUS STEEL: ART DECO AUTOMOBILES, Now thru 8/30
by Ben Peltz - August 25, 2013
The Frist Center for the Visual Arts will host a membership week from today, August 25-30 celebrating the exhibition Sensuous Steel: Art Deco Automobiles with member-only hours, a 'Hoods Up!' event, and the final evening of the Frist Friday summer series featuring DRIVIN' 'N CRYIN'.
by Ben Peltz - August 25, 2013
The Frist Center for the Visual Arts will host a membership week from today, August 25-30 celebrating the exhibition Sensuous Steel: Art Deco Automobiles with member-only hours, a 'Hoods Up!' event, and the final evening of the Frist Friday summer series featuring DRIVIN' 'N CRYIN'.
'ANDREW JACKSON' Takes Home 10 Miss Annie Awards, Chattanooga Theatre Honors Volunteers
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2013
The Chattanooga Theatre Centre celebrated and honored volunteers both onstage and behind the scenes for the 2012-2013 season at the Miss Annie Awards held Saturday, August 17, at the CTC. Musicals took top billing at the awards, with the rock musical Bloody, Bloody Andrew Jackson taking 10 Miss Annie awards including Outstanding Musical production and Outstanding Stagedoor production. Legally Blonde received five Miss Annie awards and Cabaret was awarded four. Legally Blonde and Cabaret tied for Audience Favorite Spotlight production. The drama A Doll's House won six awards and was named Outstanding Spotlight Production.
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2013
The Chattanooga Theatre Centre celebrated and honored volunteers both onstage and behind the scenes for the 2012-2013 season at the Miss Annie Awards held Saturday, August 17, at the CTC. Musicals took top billing at the awards, with the rock musical Bloody, Bloody Andrew Jackson taking 10 Miss Annie awards including Outstanding Musical production and Outstanding Stagedoor production. Legally Blonde received five Miss Annie awards and Cabaret was awarded four. Legally Blonde and Cabaret tied for Audience Favorite Spotlight production. The drama A Doll's House won six awards and was named Outstanding Spotlight Production.
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