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BWW Review: NASHVILLE BALLET's 'Lizzie Borden with The Raven'
by Melia Kraus-har - October 30, 2017
Nashville Ballet dancers took to the aisles of the Tennessee Performing Arts Center's Polk Theater for Lizzie Borden with The Raven, Thursday, October 26th. Principal dancer Christopher Stuart's interpretation of Edgar Allan Poe's seminal work led the evening, sharing an ominous closing motif with Artistic Director Paul Vasterling's rendition of Lizzie Borden's complicated life.
Rodgers and Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC Next Onstage at Larry Keeton Theatre October 12-28
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2017
Rodgers and Hammerstein's iconic 1949 musical about life, romance and hardships during World War II, which broached serious and controversial social issues still being dealt with in the 21st century South Pacific debuts at The Larry Keeton Theatre in Donelson for an October 12-28 run.
Justin Moore Honored With Multiple Career Achievements
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2017
Seven-time chart-topping singer/songwriter Justin Moore joined industry friends and family last night in Nashville to celebrate multiple career milestones.
Randy Travis Signs With 117 Publicity for Exclusive PR Representation
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2017
Music Icon and Country Music Hall of Famer Randy Travis has signed with 117 Publicity. With multiple high-profile projects on the horizon, including an autobiography and a full-length documentary, the 117 team will represent him exclusively throughout the media landscape.
Whimsical Musical Version Of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Plays The Roxy Regional Theatre Next Month
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2017
'Ah, what fools these mortals be!' An annual tradition at the corner of Franklin and First in Historic Downtown Clarksville takes a twist this fall with the Roxy Regional Theatre's production of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM: The Musical, opening Friday, November 3, at 8:00pm.
Circle Players' Stages Nashville Premiere of THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2017
Circle Players' 2017-18 season continues with the Nashville premiere of the Tim Larson-directed production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame, the epic musical based upon Victor Hugo's tale of hope, love and passion, which runs October 27-November 12 at the Z. Alexander Looby Theatre in Nashville.
Nashville Children's Theatre's 2017-18 Season Continues With MR. POPPER'S PENGUINS
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2017
What do you get when you introduce a daydreaming house painter to a dozen delightful penguins? A flipper-flapping musical tale that will make you believe in the power of ingenuity and determination, according to Nashville Children's Theatre's executive artistic director Ernie Nolan, who describes it as a show packed with puppetry, humor, and heart, Mr. Popper's Penguins is bound to put a smile on your face.
Reba McEntire, Lady Antebellum and More Sign on for 'ALL IN FOR THE GAMBLER' Kenny Rogers Concert Celebration
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2017
Music stars Reba McEntire, Chris Stapleton, Lady Antebellum and Wynonna Judd have been added to the momentous lineup for 'All In For The Gambler: Kenny Rogers' Farewell Concert Celebration,' an all-star concert event taping at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee today, October 25, 2017 at 7PM CT.
Doug Lawler to Raise Funds for Autism Awareness with Benefit Ride Concert in Rockvale
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2017
Road Warriors Riding Charity Country/rock veteran Doug Lawler will be raising money for autism research in Middle Tennessee with the Road Warriors Riding Charity (501c3) by headlining the Benefit Ride today, October 21st. 100 percent of the proceeds will be going to a local autism charity.
'Nick Cave: Feat.' Exhibit Opens November 10 at the Frist Center
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2017
The Frist Center presents Nick Cave: Feat., a dynamic survey of the noted Chicago-based artist's practice, on view in the Upper-Level Galleries through June 24, 2018.
Circle Players' Stages Nashville Premiere of THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME
by Jeffrey Ellis - October 17, 2017
Circle Players' 2017-18 season continues with the Nashville premiere of the Tim Larson-directed production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame, the epic musical based upon Victor Hugo's tale of hope, love and passion, which runs October 27-November 12 at the Z. Alexander Looby Theatre in Nashville.
Todd Morgan Named New Managing Director at Studio Tenn
by Jeffrey Ellis - October 17, 2017
Todd Morgan has been named as the new managing director of Studio Tenn, Middle Tennessee's award-winning theater company based in Franklin.
Nashville Children's Theatre's 2017-18 Season Continues With MR. POPPER'S PENGUINS
by Jeffrey Ellis - October 17, 2017
What do you get when you introduce a daydreaming house painter to a dozen delightful penguins? A flipper-flapping musical tale that will make you believe in the power of ingenuity and determination, according to Nashville Children's Theatre's executive artistic director Ernie Nolan, who describes it as a show packed with puppetry, humor, and heart, Mr. Popper's Penguins is bound to put a smile on your face.
Thank You, Places...The Theater Bug's JONAH DARNELL
by Jeffrey Ellis - October 17, 2017
With this our latest regular feature we hope to rectify that and shine the spotlight on the individuals who make the shows run with the precision of a Swiss timepiece. Thank You, Places is our opportunity to edify the theater-goer by introducing you to some of the best production stage managers to be found on the planet. Today, we introduce you to PSM Jonah Darnell, who has been stage managing for about a year now with Cori Laemmel's critically acclaimed and parent-approved Theater Bug:
Collegiate Theatrics: Lipscomb University's ANNA ELIZABETH MICKSCH
by Jeffrey Ellis - October 17, 2017
Among cast members of The Miracle Worker was Anna Elizabeth Micksch, who today is featured in our Collegiate Theatrics column. Born and raised in the greater Nashville/Franklin area, Anna became interested in theater at a very young age a love of art she credits to her father, who was designing a set for a play at St. Cecilia Academy.
Nashville Ballet Explores Lizzie Borden's Infamous Murder Case this Halloween
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2017
Nashville Ballet will present a haunting double feature of original works just in time for Halloween the long-awaited return of Lizzie Borden based on the infamous double murder and the world premiere of The Raven inspired by Edgar Allan Poe's poem October 26-28, 2017, at TPAC's Polk Theater.
SLEEPY HOLLOW Musical Opens at Cumberland County Playhouse Today
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2017
Cumberland County Playhouse presents an all-new musical version of Sleepy Hollow by Tony Award nominees Hunter Foster and Paul Gordon, running October 13-November 11 in Crossville.
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Returns to Roxy Regional Theatre for the Sixth Year
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2017
Take a little rock 'n' roll, throw in a thunderstorm and a flat tire, mix it with a creepy castle inhabited by a mad scientist, a muscle hunk and a handful of other questionable characters ... and you have the recipe for a night out you will never forget!
Smith and Wesley to Perform on Grand Ole Opry Stage Next Week
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2017
Smith & Wesley has enjoyed many firsts in the last year, including their first Top 25 single and music video for 'The Little Things,' but one of their biggest dreams will come true on October 19.
BWW Review: FUN HOME Makes a Powerful Statement at TPAC
by Cillea Houghton - October 12, 2017
While most Broadway shows pack a powerful punch, FUN HOME accomplishes that by capturing the viewer's heart, whether gently plucking at one's heartstrings or tugging with all its might, and its opening night in Nashville at TPAC's Andrew Jackson Hall offered viewers a bevy of emotion.
Rodgers and Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC Next Onstage at Larry Keeton Theatre Today-28
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2017
Rodgers and Hammerstein's iconic 1949 musical about life, romance and hardships during World War II, which broached serious and controversial social issues still being dealt with in the 21st century South Pacific debuts at The Larry Keeton Theatre in Donelson for an October 12-28 run.
Gadabout Theatre Company Presents Nashville Premiere of TREVOR Today & 12
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
Our goal to bring unique, left-of-center plays to the Nashville area that have never been performed here before, said Stephanie Houghton, founder of Gadabout Theater Company. Trevor is a truly unique work with a quirky sensibility that's surprisingly touching in places. We hope Nashville theatergoers will take a chance on experiencing something they're never seen here before.
Jacob Heinz Directs 2017 Production of SPIRIT in Adams
by Jeffrey Ellis - October 06, 2017
As you sit on the grounds of the farm that once belonged to the Bell family, the annual dramatization of their haunting story Spirit will take you on an eerily captivating journey that began in 1804. That's when John Bell uprooted his family and moved to a beautiful area on the Red River, now known as Adams, unaware that the grounds were already occupied by the later-coined Bell Witch.
ACT 1's LOVE, LOSS AND WHAT I WORE Opens Tonight at Darkhorse
by Jeffrey Ellis - October 06, 2017
ACT 1 launches its 2017-18 season tonight, with the Brian Hill-directed Love, Loss and What I Wore the critically acclaimed play by Nora and Delia Ephron, based on the 1995 book of the same name by Ilene Beckerman. Love, Loss and What I Wore opens at Darkhorse Theatre for a three-weekend run through October 21.
Tennessee Women's Theater Project Opens 11th Season With LINES IN THE DUST
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2017
Tennessee Women's Theater Project launches its eleventh season at Nashville's Z. Alexander Looby Theater with the regional premiere of a play that addresses a timely dilemma: Nikkole Salter's Lines in the Dust, which probes the timely topics of integration, racial privilege and school zoning manipulation. Lines in the Dust runs October 6-22.

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