Inspirational Nashville-Produced Musical “One Step at a Time” Set for Exclusive Two-Night Run at TPAC
New musical born from real-life success stories in struggling schools
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Real change doesn’t happen overnight – it happens one step at a time. Quaver Entertainment today announced that its original musical “One Step at a Time” will take the stage at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center’s (TPAC) James K. Polk Theater for an exclusive, two-night engagement on Tuesday, June 30 and Wednesday, July 1.
The musical weaves a narrative of courage, belonging and resilience, all driven by the transformative power of music. Set within a school community searching for answers, the story follows adults rediscovering their passion and students uncovering their inner strength, ultimately revealing how deeply we all need one another to grow.
“I wrote ‘One Step at a Time’ to be an energetic, Broadway-style production with a meaningful message,” said Dr. David Mastran, the show’s writer and CEO of QuaverEd. “Through relatable characters and moving music, this story offers a hopeful roadmap for communities looking to heal and connect.”
Brought to life by a team of local talent, this homegrown Nashville production features 20 original songs, a full live orchestra, and a cast of 27 Nashville-based performers.
Under the guidance of Nashville theater veterans Holly Shepherd (Producer) and Brian Hull (Director), the production has dynamically evolved since its initial workshop performance in January 2026, promising a polished and unforgettable theatrical experience for the community.
Performance Details & Ticketing
- Show Dates: Tuesday, June 30 and Wednesday, July 1 | 7 p.m.
- Venue: Tennessee Performing Arts Center’s James K. Polk Theater | 505 Deaderick St., Nashville, TN 37243
- Age Recommendation: Family-friendly, recommended for ages 10 and up.
- Tickets & Information: To learn more about the musical and secure your seats, visit OneStepataTimeTheMusical.com.
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About “One Step at a Time”
“One Step at a Time” is a Nashville-produced original musical that tells an inspiring story about belonging, resilience and perseverance. Set in an underperforming school searching for solutions, the production follows adults rediscovering their passion, and kids uncovering their own strengths and confidence. Featuring 20 original songs, a live orchestra and Nashville-based talent, the musical delivers professional-level entertainment with heart. Filled with powerful music, emotional performances and moments of humor and joy, “One Step at a Time” celebrates vision, leadership, courage, perseverance and the power of inclusion, showing how adults and kids inspire each other and how meaningful change begins one step at a time.
About QuaverEd
QuaverEd is a nationally recognized education technology company headquartered on Music Row in Nashville, Tennessee. It offers digital curricula for pre-K through 12th grade students in general music, student success skills, health, and physical education. Trusted by over 10 million students in more than 28,000 schools across all 50 states and 44 countries, QuaverEd provides educators access to engaging, standards-based content.
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