Street Theatre Company presents the Tony-Winning Broadway Musical JEKYLL & HYDE
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2017
Street Theatre Company enters its 2017 season this February with a concert version of the crowd-pleasing, Broadway hit JEKYLL & HYDE. JEKYLL & HYDE will be the first part of Street Theatre's very popular and newly revived "Street Corner Concert Series." (The second, THE THREEPENNY OPERA, will be staged later this year.) The company's season premiere will be a stripped down, concentrated version of the hit musical, a show that focuses on Frank Wildhorn's sublime music and two-time Academy Award-winning Leslie Bricusse's fascinating book and lyrics.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2017
Street Theatre Company enters its 2017 season this February with a concert version of the crowd-pleasing, Broadway hit JEKYLL & HYDE. JEKYLL & HYDE will be the first part of Street Theatre's very popular and newly revived "Street Corner Concert Series." (The second, THE THREEPENNY OPERA, will be staged later this year.) The company's season premiere will be a stripped down, concentrated version of the hit musical, a show that focuses on Frank Wildhorn's sublime music and two-time Academy Award-winning Leslie Bricusse's fascinating book and lyrics.
The Artistry of GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE's Makeup Designer Brian Strumwasser
by Jeffrey Ellis - January 24, 2017
Clearly, Brian Strumwasser is an artist, having garnered inspiration and expressed his creativity through a variety of media throughout his life. Beginning with painting and fine arts, the circuitous journey of life has eventually led him to his current career as a noted make-up designer for the national touring company of the Broadway hit, Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder.
by Jeffrey Ellis - January 24, 2017
Clearly, Brian Strumwasser is an artist, having garnered inspiration and expressed his creativity through a variety of media throughout his life. Beginning with painting and fine arts, the circuitous journey of life has eventually led him to his current career as a noted make-up designer for the national touring company of the Broadway hit, Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder.
Roxy Regional Theatre Joins Over 500 Organizations Across the U.S. in THE GHOSTLIGHT PROJECT
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2017
On Thursday, January 19, the Roxy Regional Theatre joined theatre organizations across the country in The Ghostlight Project. At 5:30pm, theatres across all time zones gathered to join in solidarity through the shared commitment to greater inclusion, participation and compassion in our theatres and our communities.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2017
On Thursday, January 19, the Roxy Regional Theatre joined theatre organizations across the country in The Ghostlight Project. At 5:30pm, theatres across all time zones gathered to join in solidarity through the shared commitment to greater inclusion, participation and compassion in our theatres and our communities.
Nashville Rep to Produce Regional Premiere of POSTERITY
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2017
Nashville Rep will produce Posterity to run from February 11 - 25, with discounted previews on February 9 and 10. Posterity, by Pulitzer and Tony Award-wining playwright Doug Wright, had its world premiere at Atlantic Theater Company in New York. Nashville Rep's production will be only the second production of this play - and a regional premiere.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2017
Nashville Rep will produce Posterity to run from February 11 - 25, with discounted previews on February 9 and 10. Posterity, by Pulitzer and Tony Award-wining playwright Doug Wright, had its world premiere at Atlantic Theater Company in New York. Nashville Rep's production will be only the second production of this play - and a regional premiere.
Frist Center Presents Works By Irving Penn In IRVING PENN: BEYOND BEAUTY Opens 2/24
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2017
Irving Penn (1917-2009), known for his iconic fashion, portrait, and still life images that appeared in Vogue magazine, ranks as one of the twentieth century's most prolific and influential photographers. The first retrospective of his work in 20 years, Irving Penn: Beyond Beauty conveys the extraordinary breadth and legacy of the American artist and will be on view at the Frist Center for the Visual Arts from February 24 to May 29, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2017
Irving Penn (1917-2009), known for his iconic fashion, portrait, and still life images that appeared in Vogue magazine, ranks as one of the twentieth century's most prolific and influential photographers. The first retrospective of his work in 20 years, Irving Penn: Beyond Beauty conveys the extraordinary breadth and legacy of the American artist and will be on view at the Frist Center for the Visual Arts from February 24 to May 29, 2017.
Entertainment One Garners 30 Nominations for the 2017 Stellar Awards
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2017
Entertainment One garners a diverse breadth of nominations for the upcoming 32nd Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards, with 30 nominations across 16 categories, and multiple nominations in major categories including: Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year, Albertina Walker Female Vocalist of the Year, and Choir of the Year.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2017
Entertainment One garners a diverse breadth of nominations for the upcoming 32nd Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards, with 30 nominations across 16 categories, and multiple nominations in major categories including: Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year, Albertina Walker Female Vocalist of the Year, and Choir of the Year.
7 WAYS TO SUNDAY Premieres at TPAC's Polk Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2017
TPAC Education invites you to an EDUCATOR PREVIEW of a small-scale performance of The Theater Bug original musical 7 Ways to Sunday, in partnership with the Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2017
TPAC Education invites you to an EDUCATOR PREVIEW of a small-scale performance of The Theater Bug original musical 7 Ways to Sunday, in partnership with the Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network.
Dr. Heidi Rose to Present Two Solo Works at Bongo Java After Hours Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2017
Heidi Rose, Ph.D., professor and director of graduate studies at Villanova University will perform two pieces from the performance trilogy Words & Music today, Jan. 18 at the Bongo Java After Hours Theatre on Belmont Avenue. The one-night performance is sponsored in part by the Jewish Studies department of Vanderbilt University.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2017
Heidi Rose, Ph.D., professor and director of graduate studies at Villanova University will perform two pieces from the performance trilogy Words & Music today, Jan. 18 at the Bongo Java After Hours Theatre on Belmont Avenue. The one-night performance is sponsored in part by the Jewish Studies department of Vanderbilt University.
Nashville Ballet Reprises Smash-hit JOHNNY CASH BALLET by Popular Demand
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2017
Nashville Ballet's smash-hit Johnny Cash ballet returns by popular demand this Valentine's Day withSugar + The Hi-Lows to pay tribute to The Man in Black's iconic life and legacy. The Johnny Cash piece joins the lineup for Nashville Ballet's annual contemporary Attitude series February 9-12, 2017, at TPAC's Polk Theater.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2017
Nashville Ballet's smash-hit Johnny Cash ballet returns by popular demand this Valentine's Day withSugar + The Hi-Lows to pay tribute to The Man in Black's iconic life and legacy. The Johnny Cash piece joins the lineup for Nashville Ballet's annual contemporary Attitude series February 9-12, 2017, at TPAC's Polk Theater.
The Arts Company Introduces Two New Artists To Tennessee
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2017
The Arts Company introduces two artists new to Nashville-- Sculptor Roger Halligan and Painter Jan Chenoweth. In their Nashville debut exhibitions. Hopeful Fragments, the artists, who also happen to be husband and wife, will showcase their abstract contemporary artwork.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2017
The Arts Company introduces two artists new to Nashville-- Sculptor Roger Halligan and Painter Jan Chenoweth. In their Nashville debut exhibitions. Hopeful Fragments, the artists, who also happen to be husband and wife, will showcase their abstract contemporary artwork.
Hendersonville Performing Arts Company Presents JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2017
The Hendersonville Performing Arts Company Presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat March 23rd through April 9th with shows on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 and Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 at the Hendersonville Performing Arts Company located in the City Square Shopping Center at 260 West Main St., Suite 204 in Hendersonville.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2017
The Hendersonville Performing Arts Company Presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat March 23rd through April 9th with shows on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 and Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 at the Hendersonville Performing Arts Company located in the City Square Shopping Center at 260 West Main St., Suite 204 in Hendersonville.
Hendersonville Performing Arts Company to Present CHARLOTTE'S WEB
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2017
The Hendersonville Performing Arts Company presents Charlotte's Web, adapted by Joseph Robinette and based on the book by E.B. White.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2017
The Hendersonville Performing Arts Company presents Charlotte's Web, adapted by Joseph Robinette and based on the book by E.B. White.
BWW Review: THE ODD COUPLE Leads Off the Next 50 Years at Chaffin's Barn
by Jeffrey Ellis - January 15, 2017
Nashville's historic and iconic Chaffin's Barn Dinner Theatre - now led by Norma Luther, the gracious and charming new owner - launches its second half century on the venerated chow and bow circuit with a sparkling new revival of Neil Simon's equally historic and iconic The Odd Couple, now onstage through February 12. Directed by longtime artistic director and the doyenne of Music City theater, Martha Wilkinson, this iteration of Simon's hilarious play about two mismatched friends who attempt to navigate the waters of post-divorce life together is performed by a stellar cast of local actors who breathe new life into their characters and somehow manage to give audiences a fresh perspective on the enduring comedy.
by Jeffrey Ellis - January 15, 2017
Nashville's historic and iconic Chaffin's Barn Dinner Theatre - now led by Norma Luther, the gracious and charming new owner - launches its second half century on the venerated chow and bow circuit with a sparkling new revival of Neil Simon's equally historic and iconic The Odd Couple, now onstage through February 12. Directed by longtime artistic director and the doyenne of Music City theater, Martha Wilkinson, this iteration of Simon's hilarious play about two mismatched friends who attempt to navigate the waters of post-divorce life together is performed by a stellar cast of local actors who breathe new life into their characters and somehow manage to give audiences a fresh perspective on the enduring comedy.
Photo Coverage: Midwinter's First Night 2017, THE SEQUEL
by - January 14, 2017
Gracie McGraw, Molly Balsam and Jenna Pryor opened Act Two of the awards show with a medley of Hamilton-inspired songs.
by - January 14, 2017
Gracie McGraw, Molly Balsam and Jenna Pryor opened Act Two of the awards show with a medley of Hamilton-inspired songs.
BWW Review: Circle Players and TSU's Dazzling and Delightful THE WIZ
by Jeffrey Ellis - January 14, 2017
And, lord! What a cast Larson has assembled for his unique take on the musical - which again was catapulted into the cultural zeitgeist thanks to the critically acclaimed televised version from NBC last year of the show that features the music and lyrics of Charlie Smalls and book by William F. Brown - and what a collective of creative types he's once again pulled together to bring his vision to the TSU stage.
by Jeffrey Ellis - January 14, 2017
And, lord! What a cast Larson has assembled for his unique take on the musical - which again was catapulted into the cultural zeitgeist thanks to the critically acclaimed televised version from NBC last year of the show that features the music and lyrics of Charlie Smalls and book by William F. Brown - and what a collective of creative types he's once again pulled together to bring his vision to the TSU stage.
Onstage at The Barn 50: NANCY ALLEN Shares Some Musical Memories
by Jeffrey Ellis - January 14, 2017
Today our special series Onstage at The Barn: Memories from The First 45 Years continues with actress Nancy Allen, who first set foot on that magical levitating stage in a production of The Robber Bridegroom, directed by Rene Dunshee Copeland, which remains brilliantly etched in the minds of Nashville theatre-goers who were on-hand for the production.
by Jeffrey Ellis - January 14, 2017
Today our special series Onstage at The Barn: Memories from The First 45 Years continues with actress Nancy Allen, who first set foot on that magical levitating stage in a production of The Robber Bridegroom, directed by Rene Dunshee Copeland, which remains brilliantly etched in the minds of Nashville theatre-goers who were on-hand for the production.
Nashville Rep to Stage Reading of Christopher Durang's BEYOND THERAPY
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2017
Nashville Rep presents a staged reading of the quirky comedy Beyond Therapy by Christopher Durang at a REPaloud in partnership with OZ Arts Nashville today, January 14, 2017. A revealing talkback with Tony award-winning playwright Durang, the cast, director, and audience immediately follows the reading.
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2017
Nashville Rep presents a staged reading of the quirky comedy Beyond Therapy by Christopher Durang at a REPaloud in partnership with OZ Arts Nashville today, January 14, 2017. A revealing talkback with Tony award-winning playwright Durang, the cast, director, and audience immediately follows the reading.
Onstage at the Barn 50: Memories from the First Half-Century with Michael Edwards
by Jeffrey Ellis - January 13, 2017
In recognition of The Barn's 45 years of bringing the magic of live theater to the stage, we continue our special series of Onstage at The Barn: Memories from The First 45 Years, with actor Michael Edwards, who made his debut at The Barn in the 1970, continuing to work there until 1990. For many people from that era, Mike Edwards was-and still is, in so many ways-the face of Chaffin's Barn Dinner Theatre, the actor most recognizable for the long list of roles he played there.
by Jeffrey Ellis - January 13, 2017
In recognition of The Barn's 45 years of bringing the magic of live theater to the stage, we continue our special series of Onstage at The Barn: Memories from The First 45 Years, with actor Michael Edwards, who made his debut at The Barn in the 1970, continuing to work there until 1990. For many people from that era, Mike Edwards was-and still is, in so many ways-the face of Chaffin's Barn Dinner Theatre, the actor most recognizable for the long list of roles he played there.
The Hendersonville Performing Arts Company Announces its' Summer Enrichment Program
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2017
The Hendersonville Performing Arts Company announces its' Summer Enrichment Program for 2017. Camp is divided up between two age groups.
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2017
The Hendersonville Performing Arts Company announces its' Summer Enrichment Program for 2017. Camp is divided up between two age groups.
Photo Coverage: MIDWINTER'S FIRST NIGHT 2017
by - January 10, 2017
A capacity crowd filled The Keeton to witness the no-holds-barred evening, hosted by Julia Marie Nettles, Jenna Pryor, Austin Jeffrey Smith and Taylor Tracey. Arron Holman worked the crowd during the evening to provide insight for the coming theatrical season in Nashville.
by - January 10, 2017
A capacity crowd filled The Keeton to witness the no-holds-barred evening, hosted by Julia Marie Nettles, Jenna Pryor, Austin Jeffrey Smith and Taylor Tracey. Arron Holman worked the crowd during the evening to provide insight for the coming theatrical season in Nashville.
EVITA, GOOD MONSTERS Claim Top Honors at Midwinter's First Night
by Jeffrey Ellis - January 10, 2017
Studio Tenn and Tennessee Performing Arts Center's joint venture to produce Andrew Lloyd Webber's Evita in Nashville resulted in the production claiming the top prize as "Outstanding Musical of The Year" at Sunday's Midwinter's First Night event at The Larry Keeton Theatre. Nashville Repertory Theatre's production of Nate Eppler's original play Good Monsters took the title of "Outstanding Play of The Year" in the annual ceremony that dates back to its origins in 1989.
by Jeffrey Ellis - January 10, 2017
Studio Tenn and Tennessee Performing Arts Center's joint venture to produce Andrew Lloyd Webber's Evita in Nashville resulted in the production claiming the top prize as "Outstanding Musical of The Year" at Sunday's Midwinter's First Night event at The Larry Keeton Theatre. Nashville Repertory Theatre's production of Nate Eppler's original play Good Monsters took the title of "Outstanding Play of The Year" in the annual ceremony that dates back to its origins in 1989.
Chattanooga Symphony & Opera Presents BOTTESINI'S DOUBLE BASS CONCERTO NO. 2
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2017
Chattanooga Symphony & Opera continues the Sunday afternoon Chamber Series with music from Prokofiev, Mendelssohn, and CSO Principal Double Bass Taylor Brown performing Bottesini's Double Bass Concerto No. 2. The concert takes place on Sunday, January 15th, 2017 at 3:00 pm at the Read House Silver Ballroom.
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2017
Chattanooga Symphony & Opera continues the Sunday afternoon Chamber Series with music from Prokofiev, Mendelssohn, and CSO Principal Double Bass Taylor Brown performing Bottesini's Double Bass Concerto No. 2. The concert takes place on Sunday, January 15th, 2017 at 3:00 pm at the Read House Silver Ballroom.
The Arts Company Celebrates 2017 With OF THINGS TO COME 2017, Today
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2017
The Arts Company continues its 20th Anniversary Celebration previewing new works in the gallery's annual Of Things to Come 2017. Beginning January 7, the gallery will look forward to its next chapter by showcasing fresh, original, and contemporary artwork from ongoing and new artists.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2017
The Arts Company continues its 20th Anniversary Celebration previewing new works in the gallery's annual Of Things to Come 2017. Beginning January 7, the gallery will look forward to its next chapter by showcasing fresh, original, and contemporary artwork from ongoing and new artists.
'V' MONOLOGUES Return to the Roxy Regional Theatre for the 15th Year
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2017
Funny, outrageous, emotionally affecting and occasionally angry ... Eve Ensler's wildly popular series of monologues about women and performed by women is back for the fifteenth year with the Roxy Regional Theatre's presentation of THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES, January 13 - January 28.
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2017
Funny, outrageous, emotionally affecting and occasionally angry ... Eve Ensler's wildly popular series of monologues about women and performed by women is back for the fifteenth year with the Roxy Regional Theatre's presentation of THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES, January 13 - January 28.
Nashville Shakespeare Festival Presents ROMEO AND JULIET
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2017
Romeo & Juliet is directed by Nashville Shakespeare Festival's lead teaching artist Santiago Sosa and features a live musical score by Natalie Bell. The fast-paced and youthful production explores the themes of young love and rash acts of violence amid entrenched generational conflict. The star-crossed lovers will be played by newcomers Mason Conrad and Morgan Davis. The cast also features, Nat McIntyre, David Wilkerson, Corrie Maxwell, Rene Millan, Denice Hicks and many more.
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2017
Romeo & Juliet is directed by Nashville Shakespeare Festival's lead teaching artist Santiago Sosa and features a live musical score by Natalie Bell. The fast-paced and youthful production explores the themes of young love and rash acts of violence amid entrenched generational conflict. The star-crossed lovers will be played by newcomers Mason Conrad and Morgan Davis. The cast also features, Nat McIntyre, David Wilkerson, Corrie Maxwell, Rene Millan, Denice Hicks and many more.
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King Hedley II
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Mama Mia!
Hendersonville Performing Arts Company (3/12 - 3/29)
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Sherlock
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BIRDIE
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Historic Tennessee Theatre (8/4 - 8/9) | |
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The Book of Mormon (Non-Equity)
Tennessee Performing Arts Center (6/2 - 6/7) | |
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