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On The Road To Oz With PATRICK WALLER

Despite being a veteran of five Studio Tenn productions already, Patrick Waller - who's clearly one of Nashville theater's favorite thespians - admits being a bit terrified by taking on a new role in the company's upcoming rendition of the iconic musical The Wizard of Oz, playing the Schermerhorn Symphony Center this weekend.
Tennessee Rep Presents Sondheim's COMPANY, Now thru 4/12

Tennessee Repertory closes its 29th season of live, professional theatre with Stephen Sondheim's multiple Tony Award-winning musical Company. Company runs today, March 22 - April 12 at TPAC's Johnson Theater (with preview performances March 20 - 21).
Tennessee Rep Presents Sondheim's COMPANY, Now thru 4/12

Tennessee Repertory closes its 29th season of live, professional theatre with Stephen Sondheim's multiple Tony Award-winning musical Company. Company runs March 22 - April 12 at TPAC's Johnson Theater (with preview performances today, March 20 - 21).
Tennessee Rep to Present Sondheim's COMPANY, 3/22-4/12

Tennessee Repertory closes its 29th season of live, professional theatre with Stephen Sondheim's multiple Tony Award-winning musical Company. Company runs March 22 - April 12 at TPAC's Johnson Theater (with preview performances March 20 - 21).
First Night's Top 10 of 2012: THE OUTSTANDING THEATRICAL EVENTS

It's been a busy year in Nashville theater in 2012, with audiences treated to a whole slate of theatrical offerings spanning multiple genres-from productions of time-honored classics to new and original contemporary works, from dramas to comedies, from straight plays to musicals-and giving local theater-goers more opportunities than ever before to be challenged by the onstage magic created by some of Tennessee's most talented and gifted artists.
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Tonight's Episode of ABC's NASHVILLE

On tonight's episode of the new ABC drama series NASHVILLE titled 'You're Gonna Change (or I'm Gonna Leave)', Rayna wants to change her sound and seeks out the help of a highly successful music producer, Liam McGuinnis, played by Michiel Huison ('Treme'). Get a sneak peek below!
Photo Flash: Behind-the-Scenes Look at NASHVILLE's Upcoming Episode, to Air 11/14

Check out a behind-the-scenes look at NASHVILLE's upcoming episode, 'You're Gonna Change (or I'm Gonna Leave),' set to air Nov. 14 on ABC!
BWW Reviews: Circle Players and TSU Theatre's THE COLOR PURPLE Inspires and Enthralls

Under the clear and focused direction of Tim Larson and Clay Hillwig, who heretofore separately have provided Nashville audiences with a number of impressive theatrical adventures, this evocation of The Color Purple is made all the more appealing by its trio of leading ladies.
The Color Purple's KELSEY PORTER Presented With The First Night Robe

Kelsey Porter, who plays the role of Nettie in Circle Players' production of The Color Purple, is the latest recipient of The First Night Robe. Jeffrey Ellis, founder and executive producer of The First Night Honors, presented the robe to Porter on Thursday, October 25, prior to the opening night performance of The Color Purple, a joint production of Circle Players and Tennessee State University, at TSU's Performing Arts Center.
Gardner, Thomas Star in Circle Players' Collaboration with TSU on THE COLOR PURPLE, Opening 10/25

For only the second time in Circle Players' 63 year history, the venerable community theater company will join with Nashville's Tennessee State University to collaborate on the production of one of contemporary theater's most beloved works: The Color Purple. The musicalized version of Alice Walker's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, The Color Purple features an all-star cast of local performers from both the Nashville theater community and TSU's student body.
Gardner, Thomas Star in Circle Players' Collaboration With TSU on THE COLOR PURPLE

For only the second time in Circle Players' 63 year history, the venerable community theater company will join with Nashville's Tennessee State University to collaborate on the production of one of contemporary theater's most beloved works: The Color Purple. The musicalized version of Alice Walker's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, The Color Purple features an all-star cast of local performers from both the Nashville theater community and TSU's student body.
BWW Reviews: ABC's Banking On NASHVILLE To Bring On The Nielsen Glory

Now, ABC is banking on Music City, putting big bucks behind the promotion and the production of Nashville, the soapy new television series written by Academy Award winner Callie Khouri (Thelma and Louise) that debuted last night, right after the Emmy Award-winning comedy juggernaut that is Modern Family.
Aaron Jacobs’ Spotlight Cabaret Presents 'Back to Basics' 6/11

Culminating Spotlight Cabaret's phenomenal 1.5 year residency at Café Metropol, Aaron Jacob's monthly showcase returns to Downtown Los Angeles on Saturday, June 11, 2011 to celebrate the joy of the original cabaret style.

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