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BWW Review: Circle Players' BRING IT ON THE MUSICAL Brings Down the House

BWW Review: Circle Players' BRING IT ON THE MUSICAL Brings Down the House

by Jeffrey Ellis — August 12, 2017
Strong and energetic - some even show-stopping - performances from a youthful, fresh-faced cast, choreography that will have you dancing in the aisles and sprightly direction that moves the plot along at an astonishing pace…if you aren't already a fan of Bring It On the Musical, then Circle Player
FRIDAY 5 (+1): Chris McLaurin and Mara Smotherman of PIRATES OF PENZANCE

FRIDAY 5 (+1): Chris McLaurin and Mara Smotherman of PIRATES OF PENZANCE

by Jeffrey Ellis — August 11, 2017
Chris McLaurin and one of his cast members, Mara Bloomfield Smotherman (who will be seen later this season in The Larry Keeton Theatre's production of South Pacific) take on our list of six questions for this latest version of Friday 5 (+1), offering insight into what makes them tick, what brought t
FRIDAY 5 (+1): BRING IT ON's Miracle Ham and Emily Urbanski

FRIDAY 5 (+1): BRING IT ON's Miracle Ham and Emily Urbanski

by Jeffrey Ellis — August 11, 2017
Now, Lewis and his team - which includes choreographers Ashley Danielle and Tosha Pendergrast - give the show their own unique spin, opening tonight at Nashville's Z.
FRIDAY 5 (+1): THE SECRET GARDEN's Maya Riley and Holly Hill

FRIDAY 5 (+1): THE SECRET GARDEN's Maya Riley and Holly Hill

by Jeffrey Ellis — August 11, 2017
Maya Riley and Holly Hill take on roles in the lushly-scored musical, performing for hometown audiences who have wondered what they have been up to in college, showing off their talents in director Tim Larson's cast, offering a glimpse into their creative processes and their personal and professiona
FRIDAY 5 (+1): THE FANTASTICKS' Leach, Beckett and Hargis

FRIDAY 5 (+1): THE FANTASTICKS' Leach, Beckett and Hargis

by Jeffrey Ellis — August 11, 2017
Stars Jacqueline Leach, Lucas Beckett and Jeremy Hargis took time from their packed schedules to tell us more about themselves, as well as to offer some reasons why audiences should come see their show.
Towne Centre Theatre Presents THE SECRET GARDEN

Towne Centre Theatre Presents THE SECRET GARDEN

by BWW News Desk — August 11, 2017
The enchanting classic children's book, The Secret Garden, becomes a beautifully scored and staged live musical at Towne Centre Theatre in Brentwood, TN, with performances from August 11-26, 2017.
THE FANTASTICKS Ushers In Pull-Tight Players' 2017-18 Season

THE FANTASTICKS Ushers In Pull-Tight Players' 2017-18 Season

by BWW News Desk — August 11, 2017
One of the world's best-known and longest-runnng musicals - The Fantasticks by Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt - ushers in the 2017-18 season at Franklin's Pull-Tight Theatre in a new production helmed by director Pat Street, running August 11-26.
FRIDAY 5 (+1) on Thursday: WINTER'S TALE's Cash, Meinerding & Tustin

FRIDAY 5 (+1) on Thursday: WINTER'S TALE's Cash, Meinerding & Tustin

by Jeffrey Ellis — August 10, 2017
One of Music City's longest running summer theater traditions continues tonight with the debut of 2017's Shakespeare in the Park, Nashville Shakespeare Festival's annual gift to a generation of theater audiences.
WINTER'S TALE, ANTONY & CLEOPATRA Headline 2017 Shakespeare in the Park

WINTER'S TALE, ANTONY & CLEOPATRA Headline 2017 Shakespeare in the Park

by BWW News Desk — August 10, 2017
Nashville Shakespeare Festival (NSF) continues its tradition of Shakespeare in the Park with The Winter's Tale and Antony & Cleopatra, running from Today, August 10 through Sunday, September 17 at Centennial Park's band shell.
Cumberland County Playhouse Unveils 24th Year of SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN

Cumberland County Playhouse Unveils 24th Year of SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN

by BWW News Desk — August 10, 2017
Smoke On the Mountain, the ever popular bluegrass/gospel musical, kicks off its 24th year at Crossville's Cumberland County Playhouse, on Friday, June 2, as director Weslie Webster welcomes two new members to the famed Sanders Family Singers.
Reba McEntire, Lady Antebellum and More Sign on for 'ALL IN FOR THE GAMBLER' Kenny Ro

Reba McEntire, Lady Antebellum and More Sign on for 'ALL IN FOR THE GAMBLER' Kenny Rogers Concert Celebration

by BWW News Desk — August 9, 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 on Wednesday, October 25, 2
Critic's Choice: What's Playing in Tennessee? Nashville Theater Calendar for August 9

Critic's Choice: What's Playing in Tennessee? Nashville Theater Calendar for August 9

by Jeffrey Ellis — August 9, 2017
Feeling the urge to let your imagination run wild, your spirit to soar or to just leave the world in which you live and go on an adventure? Sounds like a trip to the theater is in order! Luckily, companies all over the Volunteer State have been hard at work, creating new productions to transform and
BWW Review: SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN's Sentimental Journey at Chaffin's Barn

BWW Review: SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN's Sentimental Journey at Chaffin's Barn

by Jeffrey Ellis — August 8, 2017
Theater's power to transform and transport is astonishing and the capability of artists to create a sense of time and place, with words and music and theatrical wizardry to lend a tangible feeling to the experience can leave you breathless.
BWW Review: Roxy Regional's STEEL MAGNOLIAS Takes You Back Home

BWW Review: Roxy Regional's STEEL MAGNOLIAS Takes You Back Home

by Jeffrey Ellis — August 8, 2017
Nothing seems to spark so much debate among the theaterati than the announcement of an upcoming production of a show considered overdone, old-fashioned or somehow hackneyed and quasi-provincial.
2017 Shakespeare in the Park Opens Thursday With THE WINTER'S TALE

2017 Shakespeare in the Park Opens Thursday With THE WINTER'S TALE

by Jeffrey Ellis — August 8, 2017
Nashville Shakespeare Festival presents its latest version of The Winter's Tale, directed by NSF artistic associate and apprentice company director Santiago Sosa, the 2017 season opening production of Shakespeare in the Park this Thursday, August 10, at Centennial Park's band shell.
Circle Players Kicks off 2017-18 Season With BRING IT ON

Circle Players Kicks off 2017-18 Season With BRING IT ON

by Jeffrey Ellis — August 8, 2017
Circle Players kicks off its 2017-2018 season in high-flying style with the Nashville premiere of Bring It On The Musical, promising to take audiences to a colorful place filled with the complexities of high school friendship, jealousy, betrayal and forgiveness.
THE SECRET GARDEN Set to Open at Towne Centre Theatre Friday

THE SECRET GARDEN Set to Open at Towne Centre Theatre Friday

by Jeffrey Ellis — August 8, 2017
The musical theater version of Frances Hodgson Burnett's The Secret Garden opens this Friday night at Brentwood's Towne Centre Theatre in a new production directed by First Night Star Award winner Tim Larson.
American Idol Finalist, Casey James Comes to Daryl's House Club on 8/24

American Idol Finalist, Casey James Comes to Daryl's House Club on 8/24

by BWW News Desk — August 7, 2017
"All I want to do is play music," says singer/guitarist, Casey James.
Dream Reality Group presents Disney's TARZAN

Dream Reality Group presents Disney's TARZAN

by BWW News Desk — August 5, 2017
DREAM REALITY GROUP in partnership with The Park Theatre Group presents: Disney's TARZAN
The Theater Bug presents IF I WERE YOU A New Original Musical

The Theater Bug presents IF I WERE YOU A New Original Musical

by BWW News Desk — August 5, 2017
'If I Were You' is an original musical by Cori Anne Laemmel and Laura Matula that follows one year in the life of four young people who do not know each other, but share something in common.
Country Artist Bucky Covington Surprises with Home Birthday Visit

Country Artist Bucky Covington Surprises with Home Birthday Visit

by BWW News Desk — August 4, 2017
Bucky Covington made a memorable appearance yesterday, on his way to shows in Ohio and West Virginia, after getting an invite to a very special fan's birthday party.
Upcoming Auditions in the Nashville Area (8/4/17)

Upcoming Auditions in the Nashville Area (8/4/17)

by Jeffrey Ellis — August 4, 2017
Looking for a challenging role or to embark upon a new onstage adventure? Here is the latest audition information to come to the BroadwayWorld Nashville newsdesk.
The FRINGE-y 5: NATE EPPLER's Adventures in FRINGEland

The FRINGE-y 5: NATE EPPLER's Adventures in FRINGEland

by Jeffrey Ellis — August 4, 2017
The most wonderful time of the year is quickly drawing to a close: 2017 Sideshow Fringe Festival opened last week only runs through this Sunday, August 6, but until then you have a jam-packed calendar of creative, imaginative and adventurous theater to inspire you and to enlighten you - perhaps even
Critic's Choice: What's Playing in Tennessee? Nashville Theater Calendar for August 3

Critic's Choice: What's Playing in Tennessee? Nashville Theater Calendar for August 3, 2017

by Jeffrey Ellis — August 3, 2017
Feeling the urge to let your imagination run wild, your spirit to soar or to just leave the world in which you live and go on an adventure? Sounds like a trip to the theater is in order! Luckily, companies all over the Volunteer State have been hard at work, creating new productions to transform and
The FRINGE-y 5: MATTHEW MARCUM's Existential Take on The Fringe

The FRINGE-y 5: MATTHEW MARCUM's Existential Take on The Fringe

by Jeffrey Ellis — August 3, 2017
Today, our FRINGE-y 5 spotlight focuses on internationally recognized performance artist, producer and educator Matthew Marcum, whose work combines text, sound, movement, and optics to create contemporary theatre productions, live art events, conceptual installations and educational workshops.

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