Tag Archives: theatre

Cumberland County Playhouse feeling a resurgence of energy as they head into their 2022 season. Producing Director Bryce McDonald said that after two years of the pandemic affecting the business, things are beginning to feel normal again. “There is a huge excitement in the entire building,” McDonald said. “It’s very infectious to walk in the building and hear music again ... Read More »

Cookeville Performing Arts Center presents “Almost, Maine,” a show that explores stories of love and loss through a series of short plays that take place all in one location. Director Kimberly Frick-Welker said that the show was written to reflect the circumstances of communities in rural areas. “John Carione who is the playwright,” Frick-Welker said. “Actually speaks to the fact ... Read More »

Prescott South Middle School invites the community to see their 55-person cast in its production of “Matilda Jr.,” a musical adaptation of the Roald Dahl book featuring a magical little girl with a big heart. The students have been rehearsing since December, and are ready and excited to showcase their talents to the community. Director and teacher at Prescott Middle ... Read More »

Warren Arts Foundation is excited for audience members to come see their production of “James and the Giant Peach Jr.” a musical adaptation of the book by Roald Dahl. Chairman Chad McGee said audience members can expect to be impressed by the costumes, set, singing and dancing in this fun and family-friendly show. “It was put together expertly by a ... Read More »

Upperman High School invites you to join them at their spring performance of the musical, “Footloose.” The musical is based off of the 1984 movie by the same name. Director Renee Craig said she and her students are excited to bring the community together for an evening of entertainment. “Live theatre is something that COVID really affected a lot. I ... Read More »

Steve Gwilt, a long-time proponent of the arts in Cookeville has stepped down as cultural arts coordinator. Gwilt said he made his way to Cookeville in 1982 and was surprised to find a place like the Cookeville Dramatic Arts Center. Gwilt said that at the time he did not anticipate finding an art community like the one here when he ... Read More »

The Monterey High School Drama Department is presenting its spring production “Our Place” by Terry Gabbard, a short play for all ages about human connection. Director Carrie Brown-Jones said she hopes the community will come and support a show she chose both for its poignancy and to honor her senior performers. “They’ve missed out on a lot of traditional things ... Read More »