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THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES Returns To The Roxy Regional Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2021
Following a one-year hiatus, Eve Ensler's wildly popular series of monologues about women and performed by women is back for the nineteenth year with the Roxy Regional Theatre's presentation of THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES, January 7 - January 15.
BWW Review: Studio Tenn's Emotional and Heartfelt IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE Brings Magic to the Holiday Season
by Jeffrey Ellis - December 22, 2021
Cassidy has very cleverly reconfigured the piece to be presented as a radio play, presented in 1947 on local Franklin radio station, WAKM, adding some dialogue that rings authentic of the era and certain to gain a reaction from the play’s audience. In less capable hands, this new conceit could be considered too cute by half, yet Cassidy and his ensemble very confidently bring the show to life with a spirit heretofore unrealized.
Agatha Christie's MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS Comes to Lakewood Theatre Company in January
by BWW News Desk - December 21, 2021
Just after midnight, the famous train is stopped in its tracks by a snowdrift. When the isolated passengers discover a person stabbed to death they quickly become suspects as the one and only detective Hercule Poirot strives to identify the killer before the murderer strikes again. 
BWW Review: WE NEED A LOT OF CHRISTMAS Keeps the Holiday Spirit Alive
by Jeffrey Ellis - December 20, 2021
Nothing can put you in the holiday spirit quite so quickly – or so successfully – as being treated to a musical presentation filled with Christmastide tunes, performed by a swell ensemble of uber-talented performers (with some comedy bits thrown in for good measure, along with a generous dollop of onstage magic)! And when it is preceded by a delicious dinner shared with a whole slew of folks seeking to capture the warmth and camaraderie of a holiday-themed spectacle…well, can it get any better?
Final Weeks To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Nashville Awards; Chattanooga Theatre Centre's WORKING Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - December 20, 2021
Time is running out to vote for for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Nashville Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
The Williamson County Performing Arts Center Announces Auditions For NUNSENSE
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2021
The Williamson County Performing Arts Center at Academy Park and Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department (WCPR) are excited to announce auditions for Nunsense, the first theatrical performance produced entirely by the Williamson County Performing Arts Center.
THE GOODBYE LEVEE Addresses Dementia and Mental Health With World Premiere at Playhouse on the Square
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2021
Playhouse on the Square, in partnership with NewWorks@TheWorks series sponsor, Gene and Carol Katz and super sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff will present the world premiere of an audience interactive comedy facing mental health head on.
Vote For The 2021 BroadwayWorld Nashville Awards; Chattanooga Theatre Centre's WORKING Leads Best Musical
by BWW Staff - December 13, 2021
Our readers set the nominees, and now voting is open for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Nashville Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
A JAZZY LITTLE CHRISTMAS TOUR Keeps Ernie Haase & Signature Sound Swingin' Through The Holiday Season!
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2021
Four-time GRAMMY-nominated vocal group, Ernie Haase + Signature Sound, keeps on swingin' through the holidays bringing Christmas cheer to audiences with their A Jazzy Little Christmas Tour.
FAM Presents LeXander Bryant's Debut Solo Museum Exhibition
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2021
The Frist Art Museum presents Nashville-based artist LeXander Bryant's debut solo museum exhibition Forget Me Nots.
BWW Review: Creativity and Kindness Abound in Nashville Children's Theatre's THE ELVES AND THE SHOEMAKER
by Jeffrey Ellis - December 07, 2021
What better way then to kick off your own seasonal schedule of happenings and events than a return – for a timely reminder about what the holiday season should be about – to Nashville Children’s Theatre for their colorful and entertaining adaptation of The Elves and the Shoemaker?
NASHVILLVE'S NUTCRACKER To Return To NewsChannel 5 This Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2021
Nashville Ballet is once again bringing Music City's favorite holiday tradition to homes across Middle Tennessee for free this holiday season. Following its live performances at TPAC December 15–24, the four-time Emmy Award-nominated production of Nashville's Nutcracker will be available to view through NewsChannel 5 WTVF beginning December 25.  
Vote For The 2021 BroadwayWorld Nashville Awards; First Stats Announced!
by BWW - December 06, 2021
Our readers set the nominees, and now voting is open for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Nashville Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
Tennessee Theatre Headlines New Year With New Country Music Musical MAY WE ALL
by Gigi Gervais - December 04, 2021
Playhouse on the Square in partnership with tamburrino, inc., Playhouse on the Square season sponsor Dorothy O. Kirsch, and super sponsor Dr. Thomas Ratliff present the Initial Production of new country music musical, May We All January 21 - February 20, 2022. 
Local Students To Perform In NASHVILLE'S NUTCRACKER At TPAC This December
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2021
Local students will be helping Nashville Ballet make their triumphant return to the Tennessee Performing Arts Center stage this holiday season as part of the Youth Cast for Nashville's Nutcracker. .
Photos: Cast Party Returns To Nashville With Starry Event
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2021
In his never-ending quest to spotlight great talent across the country, host Jim Caruso took his Cast Party to the Franklin Theatre just outside of Nashville for a rip-roarin’ celebration.  Nashville is nicknamed “Music City” for good reason.  The city’s passionate obsession with the history and creation of music is palpable.  Almost everyone has a demo, a lead sheet, a song in their hearts, or on their hard drives! 
Voting Open For The 2021 BroadwayWorld Nashville Awards - Including In Person & Streaming Categories!
by BWW Staff - November 18, 2021
Our readers set the nominees, and now voting is open for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Nashville Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
Frist Art Museum Presents 'On the Horizon: Contemporary Cuban Art from the Pérez Art Museum Miami'
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2021
The Frist Art Museum presents On the Horizon: Contemporary Cuban Art from the Pérez Art Museum Miami, an exhibition exploring the diverse cultural and political landscapes of Cuba and its diaspora through paintings, photographs, sculptures, videos, and installations by fifty artists.
Nashville Ballet To Partner With Local Arts Organizations For NASHVILLE'S NUTCRACKER
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2021
Nashville Ballet will be returning to Tennessee Performing Arts Center this holiday season to present their annual performances of Nashville's Nutcracker. Running at TPAC's Jackson Hall December 15–24, the highly-anticipated event will feature live music presented by esteemed musicians from three local arts organizations.
Frist Art Museum Presents ON THE HORIZON: CONTEMPORARY CUBAN ART FROM THE PEREZ ART MUSEUM MIAMI
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2021
The Frist Art Museum presents On the Horizon: Contemporary Cuban Art from the Pérez Art Museum Miami, an exhibition that explores the diverse cultural and political landscapes of Cuba and its diaspora through the paintings, photographs, sculptures, videos, and installations of fifty artists. Drawn from one of the largest public collections of Cuban art in the United States, On the Horizon will be on view in the Frist's Ingram Gallery from January 28 through May 1, 2022.
Loghaven Artist Residency Announces First Residency Awardees
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2021
Loghaven Artist Residency, a residency for emerging and established artists in the fields of visual art, dance, music, writing, theater, and interdisciplinary work, announced its first residency awardees from the inaugural Open Call for Applications.
IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: The Musical Opens Thanksgiving Night At The Roxy Regional Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2021
After the turkey and stuffing are put away on Thanksgiving night, bring your out-of-town guests to Historic Downtown Clarksville for family entertainment sure to get everyone in the holiday spirit!
BWW Review: Belmont University Musical Theatre Comes Roaring Back With Fabulous URINETOWN THE MUSICAL
by Jeffrey Ellis - November 13, 2021
Anyone who’s been even the least bit concerned about the future of musical theater, in general, or the status of Belmont University Musical Theatre, in particular, need worry no more. The multi-talented triple threats studying on the Nashville campus, under the tutelage of program coordinator Nancy Allen and her team of top-flight educators, are proof that musical theater as we know it continues to flourish even in the darkest and most difficult of times.
JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY With Billy Stritch At The Piano to Return to the Franklin Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2021
Jim Caruso's Cast Party (with Billy Stritch at the piano) will make a triumphant return to Nashville on Tuesday, November 16 at 8pm. The 'extreme open mic' will take place at The Franklin Theatre (419 Main Street, Franklin, TN).
Friday 5(+1): Getting To Know The New Faces of Nashville Rep's RAGTIME
by Jeffrey Ellis - November 12, 2021
Ragtime opened last night, featuring a cast of Nashville stage veterans and a sizable coterie of performers, heretofore unknown to local audiences, who are certain to become fast favorites. Taking a brief respite from their hectic schedules of rehearsals, fittings, photo calls, more rehearsals and getting to know one another, four of those newcomers – Shelby Denise Smith, Wood Van Meter, Kortney Ballenger and Steven McCoy – took the time to answer our questions to tell you why you need to score those tickets for Ragtime now if you haven’t already.

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