Tennessee Theatre
Address:
604 South Gay Street
Knoxville, TN 37902
Tennessee Theatre History
Tennessee Theatre has something for everyone: classical music, vintage films, dance, Broadway, and stellar performances by today's hottest musicians and yesterday's favorites. Local arts organizations such as the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, Knoxville Opera, at UT Cultural Attractions use the Tennessee Theatre throughout the year. The Theatre is also the site of special events; wedding receptions, private parties, corporate meetings, and other functions are enhanced by its magnificent interior.
Shows at the Tennessee Theatre
| Dates | Production | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 8/10/2027 | - | 8/15/2027 | |
| 3/23/2027 | - | 3/28/2027 | |
| 2/16/2027 | - | 2/21/2027 | |
| 12/15/2026 | - | 12/20/2026 | |
| 11/24/2026 | - | 11/29/2026 | |
| 5/27/2025 | - | 6/1/2025 | |
| 12/31/2024 | - | 1/5/2025 | |
| 12/3/2024 | - | 6/29/2025 | |
| 7/30/2024 | - | 7/31/2024 | |
| 6/11/2024 | - | 9/14/2025 | |
| 4/2/2024 | - | 6/30/2024 | |
| 3/5/2024 | - | 3/10/2024 | |
| 12/5/2023 | - | 12/10/2023 | |
| 10/31/2023 | - | 11/5/2023 | |
| 4/11/2023 | - | 4/16/2023 | |
| 2/7/2023 | - | 6/25/2023 | |
| 11/15/2022 | - | 11/20/2022 | |
| 11/15/2022 | - | 7/2/2023 | |
| 7/15/2022 | - | 7/17/2022 | Anastasia (2018) [Cancelled] Buy Tickets
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| 2/25/2022 | - | 2/27/2022 | |
| 1/3/2022 | - | 1/8/2022 | |
| 12/21/2021 | - | 12/26/2021 | |
| 5/5/2020 | - | 5/10/2020 | |
| 5/3/2019 | - | 5/5/2019 | |
| 1/2/2019 | - | 1/6/2019 | |
| 12/7/2018 | - | 12/9/2018 | |
| 7/10/2018 | - | 7/15/2018 | |
| 5/1/2018 | - | 5/6/2018 | |
| 4/6/2018 | - | 4/8/2018 | |
| 12/15/2017 | - | 12/17/2017 | |
| 6/2/2017 | - | 6/4/2017 | |
| 3/10/2017 | - | 3/11/2017 | |
| 2/18/2017 | - | 2/19/2017 | |
| 5/14/2016 | - | 5/15/2016 | |
| 4/5/2016 | - | 4/10/2016 | |
| 12/15/2015 | - | 12/27/2015 | |
| 2/6/2015 | - | 2/7/2015 | |
| 1/6/2015 | - | 1/11/2015 | |
| 1/24/2014 | - | 1/25/2014 | |
| 11/16/2013 | - | 11/17/2013 | |
| 4/30/2013 | - | 5/1/2013 | |
| 5/5/2012 | - | 5/5/2012 | |
| 2/14/2012 | - | 2/16/2012 | |
| 1/10/2012 | - | 1/15/2012 | |
| 5/21/2011 | - | 5/22/2011 | |
| 3/5/2011 | - | 3/5/2011 | |
| 12/3/2010 | - | 12/4/2010 | |
| 10/28/2010 | - | 10/30/2010 | |
| 5/10/2010 | - | 5/12/2010 | |
News
Lisa Howard and Dylan Bradford Join THE SOUND OF MUSIC National Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 25, 2026
New faces will join the Abbey in the North American tour of The Sound of Music this fall. The show welcomes Lisa Howard as the Mother Abbess and Dylan Bradford as Rolf Gruber.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 25, 2026
New faces will join the Abbey in the North American tour of The Sound of Music this fall. The show welcomes Lisa Howard as the Mother Abbess and Dylan Bradford as Rolf Gruber.
CLUE Tour to Launch Los Angeles Run In September; Tour Dates Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 24, 2026
The North American tour of CLUE will open its third season at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles September 8-12, 2026, before visiting Memphis, St. Louis, Minneapolis, New Orleans, Boston and dozens of other cities through March 2027.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 24, 2026
The North American tour of CLUE will open its third season at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles September 8-12, 2026, before visiting Memphis, St. Louis, Minneapolis, New Orleans, Boston and dozens of other cities through March 2027.
Review: I’M PROUD OF YOU at Studio 615
by Catherine Burford - Aug 21, 2026
What did our critic think of I’M PROUD OF YOU at Studio 615?
by Catherine Burford - Aug 21, 2026
What did our critic think of I’M PROUD OF YOU at Studio 615?
Photos: Tommy Emmanuel to Release THE MYSTERY 20th Anniversary Edition Sept. 4, Tour Starts Next Week
by Rachel Stone - Aug 13, 2026
Tommy Emmanuel announced a September 4 remastered reissue of his 2006 album THE MYSTERY on vinyl for the first time, with a new bonus live track and U.S. tour dates beginning next week.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 13, 2026
Tommy Emmanuel announced a September 4 remastered reissue of his 2006 album THE MYSTERY on vinyl for the first time, with a new bonus live track and U.S. tour dates beginning next week.
Jersey Boys 20th Anniversary Tour Cast Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 10, 2026
Jersey Boys reveals its full 20th Anniversary tour cast, kicking off in Syracuse before hitting Chicago, Denver, LA, San Francisco and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 10, 2026
Jersey Boys reveals its full 20th Anniversary tour cast, kicking off in Syracuse before hitting Chicago, Denver, LA, San Francisco and more.
Jackie Burns, Kristen Beth Williams and More to Lead DEATH BECOMES HER Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2026
The full cast has been revealed for the first year of the multi-year North American Tour of Death Becomes Her, launching at Playhouse Square in Cleveland, OH this September.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2026
The full cast has been revealed for the first year of the multi-year North American Tour of Death Becomes Her, launching at Playhouse Square in Cleveland, OH this September.
DEATH BECOMES HER Tour Cast Will Be Announced Wednesday
by Michael Major - Jul 13, 2026
Death Becomes Her will announce the cast for its upcoming North American tour on Wednesday. Following its final performance on Broadway, the Tony-winning musical will launch its North American tour at Playhouse Square in Cleveland, OH.
by Michael Major - Jul 13, 2026
Death Becomes Her will announce the cast for its upcoming North American tour on Wednesday. Following its final performance on Broadway, the Tony-winning musical will launch its North American tour at Playhouse Square in Cleveland, OH.
Knoxville Opera to Present DIE FLEDERMAUS and MADAME BUTTERFLY in 2026–2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 6, 2026
Knoxville Opera announced its 2026–2027 'Dreamers & Deceivers' season, featuring Strauss's DIE FLEDERMAUS and Puccini's MADAME BUTTERFLY at the historic Tennessee Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 6, 2026
Knoxville Opera announced its 2026–2027 'Dreamers & Deceivers' season, featuring Strauss's DIE FLEDERMAUS and Puccini's MADAME BUTTERFLY at the historic Tennessee Theatre.
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS to Return for 12th Year With 39-City National Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS announced a 39-city U.S. tour, with Nina West returning as host alongside RuPaul's Drag Race winner Myki Meeks, Crystal Methyd, Silky Ganache, and Drag Race Season 18 stars.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS announced a 39-city U.S. tour, with Nina West returning as host alongside RuPaul's Drag Race winner Myki Meeks, Crystal Methyd, Silky Ganache, and Drag Race Season 18 stars.
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS is Coming to San Francisco’s Golden Gate Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2026
You better not pout, you better not cry, because the world’s longest running drag tour is coming back to ATG San Francisco’s Golden Gate Theatre this holiday season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2026
You better not pout, you better not cry, because the world’s longest running drag tour is coming back to ATG San Francisco’s Golden Gate Theatre this holiday season.
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS Unveil 2026 Tour Dates Across the U.S.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 2, 2026
A Drag Queen Christmas is going back on the road this holiday season. Produced by Murray & Peter Present, the long-running drag tour returns for its 12th year, with a 39-city national tour this November and December.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 2, 2026
A Drag Queen Christmas is going back on the road this holiday season. Produced by Murray & Peter Present, the long-running drag tour returns for its 12th year, with a 39-city national tour this November and December.
DEATH BECOMES HER Sets Closing Date
by Nicole Rosky - May 18, 2026
BroadwayWorld has just learned that the Tony Award winning and Grammy Award nominated musical, and the most nominated production of the 2024/2025 Broadway season, DEATH BECOMES HER, will conclude its Broadway run. WE have all of the details here.
by Nicole Rosky - May 18, 2026
BroadwayWorld has just learned that the Tony Award winning and Grammy Award nominated musical, and the most nominated production of the 2024/2025 Broadway season, DEATH BECOMES HER, will conclude its Broadway run. WE have all of the details here.
THE GREAT GATSBY, DEATH BECOMES HER, and More Set For 2026-27 Broadway at the Tennessee Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2026
The 2026-27 season lineup has been announced for Broadway at the Tennessee Theatre. The season will kick of fin November with Death Becomes Her, and continue with The Great Gatsby, Mamma Mia!, The Sound of Music, Jersey Boys, and Hell's Kitchen.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2026
The 2026-27 season lineup has been announced for Broadway at the Tennessee Theatre. The season will kick of fin November with Death Becomes Her, and continue with The Great Gatsby, Mamma Mia!, The Sound of Music, Jersey Boys, and Hell's Kitchen.
& JULIET National Tour Starring Joey Fatone is Coming to The Bushnell
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2026
Pop music superstar Joey Fatone is joining the North American Tour company of & Juliet, reprising the role of ‘Lance’ following his recent Broadway run. Fatone will join the touring cast for an engagement when the show plays The Bushnell in Hartford.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2026
Pop music superstar Joey Fatone is joining the North American Tour company of & Juliet, reprising the role of ‘Lance’ following his recent Broadway run. Fatone will join the touring cast for an engagement when the show plays The Bushnell in Hartford.
A.J. Croce Adds Additional 'Croce Plays Croce Tour' Dates for This Fall
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 24, 2026
Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist A.J. Croce is taking his Croce Plays Croce Tour across the country, with 19 additional North American dates added for this fall following the first leg of the tour.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 24, 2026
Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist A.J. Croce is taking his Croce Plays Croce Tour across the country, with 19 additional North American dates added for this fall following the first leg of the tour.
58 Participating Regional Awards Programs Set for 2026 Jimmy Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2026
The Broadway League Foundation has revealed the 58 participating Regional Awards Programs for the 17th annual Jimmy Awards which will take place at Broadway’s Minskoff Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2026
The Broadway League Foundation has revealed the 58 participating Regional Awards Programs for the 17th annual Jimmy Awards which will take place at Broadway’s Minskoff Theatre.
Old Crow Medicine Show to Embark on Intimate Concert Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 20, 2026
Old Crow Medicine Show will embark on The O.C.M.S. Big Iron World Tour: Back to the Roots, a series of intimate shows celebrating the band’s earliest recordings and some of the places where those songs first took shape.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 20, 2026
Old Crow Medicine Show will embark on The O.C.M.S. Big Iron World Tour: Back to the Roots, a series of intimate shows celebrating the band’s earliest recordings and some of the places where those songs first took shape.
JIM HENSON'S LABRYNTH: IN CONCERT to Launch 60-City Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2026
Jim Henson's Labyrinth: In Concert, is launching a 60-city North American tour this fall. Fans will once again be transported to the Goblin City with a thrilling blend of live music and Jim Henson's musical fantasy masterpiece Labyrinth presented on a large HD cinema screen
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2026
Jim Henson's Labyrinth: In Concert, is launching a 60-city North American tour this fall. Fans will once again be transported to the Goblin City with a thrilling blend of live music and Jim Henson's musical fantasy masterpiece Labyrinth presented on a large HD cinema screen
Jim Henson's LABYRINTH: IN CONCERT To Play 60-City North American Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 13, 2026
After a global run to nearly 100 cities, Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert will return for a 60-city North American tour in the fall of 2026 in celebration of the film's 40th anniversary.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 13, 2026
After a global run to nearly 100 cities, Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert will return for a 60-city North American tour in the fall of 2026 in celebration of the film's 40th anniversary.
Jazz Composer Pat Metheny to Release First Major Album in Six Years
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 9, 2026
Jazz guitarist and composer Pat Metheny is set to release his first major studio album in six years, Side-Eye III+, on his newly launched record label, Uniquity Music. Take a look at upcoming tour dates and listen to the album’s first single, “In On It,” available now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 9, 2026
Jazz guitarist and composer Pat Metheny is set to release his first major studio album in six years, Side-Eye III+, on his newly launched record label, Uniquity Music. Take a look at upcoming tour dates and listen to the album’s first single, “In On It,” available now.
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