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Jason Petty brings HANK AND MY HONKY TONK HEROES to the Barter Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2011
Hank Williams is known the world over as the most influential singer/songwriter ever. Now, acclaimed performer/musician and Middle Tennessee native Jason Petty, along with his four piece band, is bringing the authentic and insightful story of Hank to life in Hank and My Honky Tonk Heroes for a special presentation at Barter Theatre in Abingdon, Virginia, April 21-May 21.
THE LION, THE WITCH & THE WARDROBE next up for Lipscomb University Theater
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2011
C.S. Lewis' classic The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe will be presented by David Lipscomb University Theatre as its spring children's production, April 21-23. Audiences are urged to join members of DLU theatre to celebrate Easter weekend with C.S. Lewis' classic allegorical tale of the resurrection story set in the land of Narnia. This dramatization faithfully recreates the magic and mystery of Aslan, the gentle lion, his struggle with the White Witch, and the adventure of four children who inadvertently wander from an old wardrobe into the exciting, never-to-be-forgotten Narnia.
NCT's ROBIN GOODFELLOW 5/7 Performance for Special-Needs Audiences
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 20, 2011
Nashville Children's Theatre (NCT) will perform Robin Goodfellow on Saturday, May 7th at 11 am specifically for families of children with special needs.
BWW Interviews: Nashville's FUNNY Fannys: Bonnie Keen
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 20, 2011
In the upcoming Keeping Scores' concert version of Funny Girl, set for April 29-May 1 at Boiler Room Theatre, director Scott Logsdon has cast 12 different, yet very funny and somehow uniquely qualified actresses to take on the iconic role of Fanny Brice. First brought to national, then international, acclaim by the legendary Barbra Streisand, the role of Fanny Brice is a coveted role among musical theater performers. The buzz from rehearsals tells us that things are going swimmingly, egos are being kept at-bay and all the cast members gather around the campfire to toast marshmallows and sing 'People' at the end of the evening (thus proving untrue my contention they were singing 'Kumbaya' every night). The dozen Fannys, of course, are my current 12 favorite singing actresses (I remind you, gentle reader, that I am contractually required to make that statement at least 12 times a day), and as you've gotten to know each Fanny one-by-one, we continue that tradition, today offering up the case of one, Ms. Bonnie Keen (who really is my favorite, but please don't tell Cori, Corrie, Sondra, Laura, Heather, Joann, Catherine, Alex, Nancy, Lindsay or Erica, they'll take it personally). So, here is today's interview with a Funny Fanny who, interestingly enough, has a funny fanny...read on to find out what I mean...
Actors Bridge Announces New SIDESHOW Training Program
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 20, 2011
Nashville's Actors Bridge Ensemble, named as First Night's Outstanding Theatre Company of 2010, today announces the creation of SIDESHOW: An Immersion Training Program for Emerging Professional Theatre Artists. Interviews and auditions for entrance into the new training program will be held May 7, from 9 a.m. to noon and 4 to 8 p.m. by appointment.
PGT Entertainment Announces Agreement with Matt Davenport Productions
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 19, 2011
PGT Entertainment announced on Wednesday, April 13, 2011, an agreement with Matt Davenport Productions to manage operations, casting, and production development for the company.
Nashville's FUNNY Fannys: Sondra Morton of Keeping Scores' FUNNY GIRL
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 19, 2011
In the upcoming Keeping Scores' concert version of Funny Girl, set for April 29-May 1 at Boiler Room Theatre, director Scott Logsdon has cast 12 different, yet very funny and somehow uniquely qualified actresses to take on the iconic role of Fanny Brice. First brought to national, then international, acclaim by the legendary Barbra Streisand, the role of Fanny Brice is a coveted role among musical theater performers. Offstage things seem to be going all 'Kumbaya' - despite our best efforts to dig up some dirt. Let's face it, you gather all these divas together and there's got to be some turmoil backstage. Right? Today's Fanny kinda scares me, to be honest, and I just want to say right here and now that if I turn up missing after this interview comes to light, check the trunk of Sondra Morton's car. She'll be the brains behind my disappearance (she scares me). Because of all that, of course, Sondra is my favorite FUNNY Fanny. Yep, that's exactly what she is... my favorite...scout's honor. Read on...
BWW Interviews: Jamie Farmer, A Life in the Theater
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 18, 2011
At first glance, your initial response to Jamie Farmer is to think that she is strikingly beautiful. Her expressive face is framed by a head of gorgeous curls, giving her the look of some famous artist's model, the kind of legendary figure who sent soldiers off to war, inspired great art to be created or caused would-be kings to abdicate their thrones.
All-Star Cast Brings ROBIN GOODFELLOW Back to Nashville Children's Theatre, 4/19 - 5/15
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 18, 2011
David Compton returns to a role he first played almost a quarter-century ago and Rona Carter plays a man who is transformed into an ass in Nashville Children's Theatre's upcoming production of Robin Goodfellow, playwright Aurand Harris' unique take on Shakespeare's A Midsummer's Night Dream. Opening on Tuesday, April 19, Robin Goodfellow runs at NCT through May 15.
Nashville Ballet Announces Expanded Offerings for 2011-2012 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 18, 2011
Nashville Ballet announces its upcoming season line-up today, expanded to include more performances than previous years and a variety of artistic styles that showcase the city's diverse dance and musical talents.
Nashville Ballet Unveils Expanded 2011-2012 Season offerings
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 18, 2011
Nashville Ballet today announces its 2011-2012 season line-up, expanding its offerings to include more performances than in previous years, thus showcasing a variety of artistic styles that exemplify the city's diverse dance and musical talents.
BWW Interviews: Nashville's FUNNY Fannys - Lindsay Terrizzi Hess
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 18, 2011
In the upcoming Keeping Scores' concert version of Funny Girl, set for April 29-May 1 at Boiler Room Theatre, director Scott Logsdon has cast 12 different, yet very funny and somehow uniquely qualified actresses to take on the iconic role of Fanny Brice. First brought to national, then international, acclaim by the legendary Barbra Streisand, the role of Fanny Brice is a coveted role among musical theater performers. But, somehow, things offstage seem to be going swimmingly at rehearsals; meanwhile we attempt to ferret out any backstabbing and catfights - and despite our best efforts to uncover any nefarious goings-on (when offstage, they're apparently gathered around a campfire singing 'Kumbaya'), we haven't dug us any dirt...YET! Maybe we can get today's Fanny to squeal. She's Lindsay Terrizzi Hess, who looks so much like Fanny Brice you'll do a double-take! What's on her mind?
BWW Reviews: CINDERELLA, the ENCHANTED EDITION from showHOPE
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 18, 2011
Matt Logan could easily have rested on his laurels and simply re-staged the second offering of showHOPE's Cinderella, the Enchanted Edition in exactly the same manner as he did in 2010 - it was a magical evening, at the very least, and it would certainly be easier, acceptable even to his most loyal fans, to have done so. Instead, as expected, Logan, one of the region's finest and most inventive stage directors, chose to re-imagine his vision for Cinderella, giving it a more sophisticated presentation and breathing new vigor into the project while tapping heretofore unknown reserves of creativity among his cast and crew - and even himself.
BWW Reviews: THE GOVERNMENT INSPECTOR from Belmont University Theatre
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 18, 2011
There must be something in the water on campus at Nashville's Belmont University - sure, the theatre and musical theatre faculty's skills are virtually unparalleled, but it's the talent, the quality and the devotion to their craft of the students that truly boggles the mind and is worthy of unbridled and enthusiastic acclaim. You'd have to search far and wide for a more impressive group of student actors who, with director James Al-Shamma's staging of The Government Inspector, have once again proven themselves equal to any theatrical challenge.
Nashville's FUNNY Fannys: Catherine Mai Holder of Keeping Scores' FUNNY GIRL
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 17, 2011
In the upcoming Keeping Scores' concert version of Funny Girl, set for April 29-May 1 at Boiler Room Theatre, director Scott Logsdon has cast 12 different, yet very funny and somehow uniquely qualified actresses to take on the iconic role of Fanny Brice. First brought to national, then international, acclaim by the legendary Barbra Streisand, the role of Fanny Brice is a coveted role among musical theater performers. Despite that, however, things offstage seem to be going swimmingly at rehearsals; meanwhile we attempt to ferret out any backstabbing and catfights - as well as introducing you to all the Funny Fannys, one-by-one. You've met Alex Maddox (who plays a prominent role in today's interview), Cori Laemmel and Corrie Miller, who are all my favorites, of course. Today, the spotlight falls on relative newcomer Catherine Mai Holder, who remains inscrutable and mysterious throughout her interview. Read on, dear ones, and see what you can deduce from this funny Fanny...
Tribute to Thomas highlights Dance Theatre of Tennessee's '11-'12 season
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 17, 2011
Elaine Thomas, Dance Theatre of Tennessee's beloved assistant artistic director, will be feted in the company's 2011-2012 season opening At 75: A Tribute to Elaine Thomas, one of the highlights of the young company's second official season of offerings.
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows for Nashville - 4/17
by BWW - April 17, 2011
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 4/17 for Nashville
Caldwell, Shepherd lead cast of TCT's MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2011
Do the names 'Joe Shepherd' or 'Corey Caldwell' ring a bell? No? Well, I just bet their voices would: Both men have been featured in numerous radio and television commercials, whether as the voice of Brentwood Jewelers (in the case of Corey Caldwell) or as the creator of a Peabody Award-winning program in Washington, D.C. (as Joe Shepherd was).
Arts Center of Cannon County Presents THE FOREIGNER, 4/15 - 5/1
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2011
Mike Reed plays Charlie, a terribly shy man who seeks peace and solitude in a rural backwoods hunting lodge in north Georgia in Larry Shue's The Foreigner running April 15-May 1 at The Arts Center of Cannon County in Woodbury. Directed by Mary Wilson, The Foreigner also features Arts Center favorites Tim Spry, Phil Mote, Emily Roberts, Pat Garrett, Justin Winton, and Becky Coutras.
Eden Espinosa joins cast of Show Hope's second annual CINDERELLA
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2011
Broadway star Eden Espinosa joins the cast of Show Hope's second annual spring celebration production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella, Enchanted Edition, on Friday, April 15, at Nashville's Schermerhorn Symphony Center. Espinosa, who gained critical acclaim for her performances in Wicked and Rent, will play the role of The Fairy Godmother in the second annual staging of the musical.
CONNECTING CULTURES Exhibition Opens at Frist Center
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2011
The Frist Center for the Visual Arts has partnered with ten local and regional community organizations to present Connecting Cultures: Children's Stories from Across the World, an exhibition inspired by children's stories that is designed to reflect the unique cultural values of each participating community.
Jason Petty brings HANK AND MY HONKY TONK HEROES to the Barter Theatre
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 14, 2011
Hank Williams is known the world over as the most influential singer/songwriter ever. Now, acclaimed performer/musician and Middle Tennessee native Jason Petty, along with his four piece band, is bringing the authentic and insightful story of Hank to life in Hank and My Honky Tonk Heroes for a special presentation at Barter Theatre in Abingdon, Virginia, April 21-May 21.
Nashville's FUNNY Fannys: Corrie Miller of Keeping Scores' FUNNY GIRL
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 14, 2011
In the upcoming Keeping Scores' concert version of Funny Girl, set for April 29-May 1 at Boiler Room Theatre, director Scott Logsdon has cast 12 different, yet very funny and somehow uniquely qualified actresses to take on the iconic role of Fanny Brice. First brought to national, then international, acclaim by the legendary Barbra Streisand, the role of Fanny Brice is a coveted role among musical theater performers. Despite that, however, things offstage seem to be going swimmingly at rehearsals; meanwhile we attempt to ferret out any backstabbing and catfights - as well as introducing you to all the Funny Fannys, one-by-one. You've met Alex Maddox and Cori Laemmel already and today the spotlight falls on Corrie Miller, who is my favorite Fanny of them all. (Note to Alex and Cori: Just ignore that last statement; I was contractually required to tell Mrs. Miller that in order to get her to deem me worthy of an interview. Jeez, what a prima donna!)
13 book writer Dan Elish to meet Circle Players' cast, crew and fans 4/30
by Jeffrey Ellis - April 14, 2011
Saturday, April 30, will be a special day for the cast, crew and fans of Circle Players' upcoming production of the Jason Robert Brown musical 13, under the direction of Jamey London. The cast will have the opportunity to meet with Dan Elish, the New York-based co-author of the show's book, which has become a hit among teenage musical theater fans.
Lanford Wilson's BURN THIS Plays Murfreesboro's Out Front on Main, 4/14 - 5/1
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2011
The theatrical legacy of playwright Lanford Wilson will commemorated at Murfreesboro's Out Front on Main with the company's production of Burn This, running April 14-May 1, with shows Thursdays-Sundays at 7:30 p.m.

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