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Crimes of the Heart
2022-02-09 19:30 - 2022-02-13 14:30, 2022-02-16 19:30 - 2022-02-19 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Pull-Tight Players Theatre, 112 2nd Avenue South, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Pull-Tight Players Theatre – Crimes of the Heart by Beth Henley
February 4-19, 2022
Directed by Cindy Massey
Meet the Mississippi McGrath sisters: Lenny, the oldest, is unmarried and facing the prospect of living the rest of her life as an “old maid”; Meg, the middle daughter, has struggled mightily in pursuit of a singing career; and Babe, the baby of the family, is out on bail after having shot her husband in the stomach. Crimes of the Heart, Beth Henley’s Pulitzer-winning dark comedy, examines the bonds of sisterhood as the three siblings gather together to escape their past transgressions and to take hold of their futures.
About Pull-Tight Players Theatre
Today, Pull-Tight celebrates 52 years of providing quality theatre and arts programs to Williamson County and greater Nashville. We do this through six mainstage shows per season, as well as our Youth Actors Guild and Junior Youth Actors Guild programs. We are proud to be a vital part of this community, offering quality entertainment that uplifts, provokes thought, and brings joy to our audiences.
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Valentine’s Day Frothy Love 3 Course Dinners
2022-02-11 17:00 - 2022-02-14 21:00 | Frothy Monkey Downtown Franklin, 125 5th Avenue S., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Frothy Monkey at their Franklin, 12South, East Nashville, Nations, and Chattanooga locations! If you would prefer to celebrate at home, they have two packages available to go.
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Celebration of Dance: Giordano Dance Chicago
2022-02-11 20:00 - 2022-02-13 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Part of the Celebration of Dance Series at The Franklin Theatre
February 11th – 8 PM
February 12th – 8 PM
February 13th – 8 PM

In 57 years as an artistic leader and innovator, Giordano Dance Chicago – America’s original jazz dance company- has contributed greatly to the health of Chicago’s performing arts community. From our origins in Gus Giordano’s family-run studio to our current incarnation as a professionally-run organization with over a half-century of worldwide performances (27 countries, 46 states, and more than 1,200 cities), our imprint on the art form of jazz dance is far-reaching and significant. Our contributions include: a vast repertoire of more than 165 original works; the mentoring of new and emerging choreographers; the commissioning of innumerable musical scores and production designers; the education of tens of thousands of underserved public school and community students; the employment of generations of professional dancers, and performances to millions of audience members worldwide.Several major factors combine to be the engine behind all programs and which reflect the organization’s mission and vision. First, the legacy of founder Gus Giordano suffuses the organization, its mission and its daily activities and cannot be over-emphasized. Second, the leadership of Artistic Director Nan Giordano and Executive Director Michael McStraw has challenged and transformed the organization to continuously raise its standards, take artistic risks, and expand its influence worldwide. Third, GDC recruits, hires, and fosters dance artists who possess more than just superlative technique and experience, but who also convey passion, humanity, and elegance. Lastly, ours is always a passionate and visceral offering which connects deeply with our audience.
Our mission provides for strong educational programs and services, including teaching the Giordano Technique in residencies in college and university dance programs, as well as the Nan Giordano Certification Program® which offers multi-level instruction and certification in the proprietary Giordano Technique. GDC’s Jazz Dance/Science & Health program, established in 2005, teaches elementary-school anatomy and nutrition curriculum through a dance-centric program in the science classroom over the course of 8 weeks. In 2018 the program brought 300 classes to 450 students in four schools in low-income neighborhoods.

DEAD OF WINTER GHOST TOURS
2022-02-12 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-02-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Lotz House, 1111 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
DEAD OF WINTER GHOST TOURS SCHEDULED AT LOTZ HOUSE FEBRUARY 12 AND 26
Guided tours of Travel Channel’s “Second-Most Terrifying Place in America”
FRANKLIN, Tenn. — To wipe away the cobwebs of winter, the Lotz House is offering two evening ghost tours Saturday, February 12 and 26 at 6 p.m. Guests will have the chance to experience the Civil War spirits and other unexplained phenomenon that are said to haunt the historic home. The Lotz House has been featured on the Travel Channel’s “Haunted Live” as well as Travel Channel’s “The Most Terrifying Places in America.”
Lotz House Executive Director Thomas Cartwright said, “These tours are unique in terms that evidence and stories will be shared with about specific ghosts and Goblins than inhabit the Lotz House and the battlefield of Franklin. Visitors will get their blood boiled to help get them through a cold February night.”
At ground zero of the Battle of Franklin, the Lotz House witnessed untold bloodshed. The traumatic past and the unexplained phenomena seen by many of its visitors led the home to be dubbed the “Second-Most Terrifying Place in America” by the Travel Channel. These strange happenings include a woman crying out for a loved one, a little girl staring out the window and ordinary items that just won’t stay put.
The guided 90-minute ghost tours will begin at 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Saturday, February 12 and 26. Reservations are required by calling 615-790-7190. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children ages 7 – 13.
About the Lotz House:
The Lotz House, which has been on the National Historic Register since 1976, is located in the heart of downtown historic Franklin, Tennessee at ground zero of the Battle of Franklin, which was a pivotal battle in the Civil War on November 30, 1864. The house is open Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Admission charged. The Lotz House is located at 1111 Columbia Ave. For more information, call 615-790- 7190 or visit www.lotzhouse.com.
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Shine Gala
2022-02-12 18:00 - 22:00 | Liberty Hall in The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Please join The Well for their Shine Gala on Valentines weekend, Saturday February 12th at The Factory at Franklin in downtown Franklin. This formal Valentine’s event will be a beautiful evening of dinner and dancing and also is crucial to The Well to support their 2022 Operating budget. There will be live and silent auctions, cocktails, and a full course meal with dessert and vegetarian options. Live entertainment will be provided by Nashville-based band, Pink Cadillac. Some of Pink Cadillac’s members have performed with notable artists including Keith Urban, Aretha Franklin and Tony Bennett.
To learn more about this event and to purchase tickets, please see links below.

Blogger Closet Sale - Galentine's Day Fun!
2022-02-13 12:00 - 14:00 | Westlight Studios, 1106 Harpeth Industrial Court, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Come shop the closets of over 10 Franklin and Nashville based bloggers and influencers on Galentine’s Day!
Come hang out with your friends for Galentine’s Day at the blogger closet sale! In addition to shopping, there will be music, snacks, drinks and Mojo’s Tacos Margarita Bar! The event is at the amazing photography studio space, Westlight Studios, right behind the The Factory at Franklin in downtown Franklin.
House of Savage and Rose, a boutique on a bus, will also be parked at Westlight studio for shopping! Jenny, the owner, is talking any clothing donations, as she partners with GraceWorks Ministries to provide for those in need. If you bring clothing to donate, you will get 25% off your purchase!
We are also selling “presale” tickets for those that want to access the sale first! Doors open at 11:30 AM to those who have presale tickets, and noon for general admission.
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Franklin Distillery’s One Stop Valentine's Shop at Saint Goose
2022-02-14 12:00 - 18:00 | Saint Goose Wine and Spirits Shop, 134 2nd Avenue North, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Franklin Distillery, a brand-new spirits company rooted in Franklin, Tenn., recently launched its brand with two premium products designed to celebrate local ingredients: Southern gin and one of the world’s first citrus vodkas. Fellow Franklin Distillery co-founders Michael Stainbrook and Michael Ward will be available to tell more of their story and share favorite cocktail recipes through their special Valentine’s Day event from 12-6 p.m. at Saint Goose, located at 134 2nd Ave N, Franklin, TN 37064. Michael’s wife Christina will also be onsite creating hand-tied custom bouquets, plus they will have an assortment of cards and charcuterie boxes to-go. It’s truly going to be a “One Stop Valentine’s Shop.” More details available through the Eventbrite link.
About Franklin Distillery
While bonding over a drink in 2013, Michael Stainbrook and Michael Ward began talking casually about creating a distillery and brewery one day. Stainbrook, an almost 20-year resident Tennessean, and Ward, a Tennessee native, found their way to the heart of Franklin right at the town center, 35° N 86° W, to craft a spirit celebrating the local ingredients. After several recipes and tastings, both Mikes settled on distilling 14 premium botanicals that reflect the American South, a tribute to the land that defines it. Bringing it to proof using pure Tennessee water that’s naturally filtered through limestone, Franklin Distillery’s methods reflect the best of the South: traditional, yet adventurous; bold, yet refined. This method defined the brand’s initial gin spirit and was drawn upon again for the creation of Franklin Distillery Vodka, which is distilled from Southern citrus and is one of the world’s first citrus vodkas. For more information, visit www.franklindistillery.com.
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Valentine's Date Night
2022-02-15 16:00 - 2022-02-16 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Enjoy a romantic evening at The Franklin Theatre and have the auditorium all to yourself in celebration of Valentine’s Day. Come with only your significant other or make it a group outing with other couples! Enjoy a movie screening, an elegant table-scape in the cabaret section of the Theatre, a delicious four-course dinner, and more.
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OUTSIDE THE BOX
2022-02-17 18:00 | The Harpeth Hotel, Franklin Downtown, 130 2nd Ave N., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee for an evening sampling unique Girl Scout Cookie desserts created by top restaurants in Williamson County!
The sixth annual Outside the Box fundraiser presented by Kroger at The Harpeth Hotel will challenge local restaurants to create unique desserts using Girl Scout Cookies as the main ingredient. Guests will have the opportunity to sample and vote on their favorite creations, all while networking with Williamson County civic and business leaders.
This year’s Outside the Box restaurants include Franklin’s Cork & Cow, Merridee’s Breadbasket, and 1799 Kitchen and Cocktails, Spring Hill’s Sugar Magnolia Bakehouse, and Brentwood’s Mere Bulles.
Plus, Whitney Miller joins Outside the Box as guest host this year. Miller is the season 1 winner of Fox’s reality cooking show, MasterChef, a chef, cookbook author, recipe and menu developer, food stylist, and food judge.
Thursday, February 17, 2022 at 6:00 PM, at The Harpeth Hotel, 130 2nd Ave N, Franklin, TN.
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Rock A.L.S. Benefit Concert
2022-02-22 18:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Rock A.L.S. Benefit Concert – The Franklin Theatre
Diagnosed with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) she was told that she wouldn’t make it out of the hospital alive, let alone live past 6 months. She lived 6.5 more years with love and purpose. – In remembrance, Ann Marie Gillis 7-6-1954 to 2-22-2021
ALS takes away the Freedom to walk, talk and breathe. ALS won’t wait. Living with purpose, empowerment and resources can be available for families and caregivers now.
Join us for a fantastic night of pure energetic connection and help us Care for those who Care for Others. Together we can make a difference. Together we can ROCK ALS!!
Featured artists include: Jason Marsden, Dawn Loves Nash, Anthony Adams, Jen Palmer, Joel Meeks, Roy Laws, and a few other exciting announcements! (Silent Auction from 6 – 9 PM)
www.ROCKALS.com

FT Live: Herman's Hermits Starring Peter Noone
2022-02-26 16:00 - 19:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Peter Noone is a multi-talented entertainer, who has been delighting audiences nearly all his life. At the age of fifteen, Peter achieved international fame as “Herman”, lead singer of the legendary pop band Herman’s Hermits. His classic hits include: “I’m Into Something Good,” “Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got A Lovely Daughter,” “I’m Henry VIII, I Am,” “Silhouettes,” “Can’t You Hear My Heartbeat,” “Wonderful World,” “Just A Little Bit Better,” “There’s A Kind of Hush,” “A Must To Avoid,” “Listen People,” “No Milk Today,” “The End of the World,” “Leaning On A Lamp Post,” and “Dandy”. Ultimately, Herman’s Hermits sold over fifty-two million recordings. In all, fourteen singles and seven albums went gold.
As “Herman”, the photogenic Noone graced the cover of nearly every international publication including Time Magazine. He performed on hundreds of television shows and appeared with such luminaries as Ed Sullivan, Jackie Gleason, Dean Martin and Danny Kaye. He was cast as the engaging “Duke of Cheshire” in ABC’s musical version of The Canterville Ghost. Soon thereafter, he portrayed the title role in Hallmark Hall of Fame’s Pinocchio. He also starred in three highly successful feature films for M-G-M: Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got A Lovely Daughter; Hold On!; and When The Boys Meet The Girls.
Accompanied by his band, Herman’s Hermits, Noone currently performs over 200 concerts a year. He consistently plays to sold-out venues and his admirers span the generations. Today’s teen girls scream just as passionately as their mothers did back in 1965, prompting VH1 to select Noone as their viewer’s choice for the “Sexiest Artist of the Year”. There is no doubt that Peter Noone’s extraordinary talent, disarming wit, handsome features and compelling stage presence will continue to delight fans of all ages, for a long, long time to come.
Sponsored by Jackson National LifePresented by Franklin Theatre Live

FAM: Popovich Pet Comedy Theater
2022-02-27 13:00 - 17:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Popovich Comedy Pet Theater is entertainment for the whole family, featuring the unique blend of comedy and juggling skills of former Moscow Circus veteran Gregory Popovich and the extraordinary talents of his performing pets. His entourage consists of world-class jugglers, Diamond the Shetland Pony and over 30 performing pets including house cats and dogs (all rescued from animal shelters!), geese, white doves and parrots.
The Popovich Comedy Pet Theater has a rich performance history, presenting thousands of shows in more than 20 countries and is currently in its 15th season at the Planet Hollywood Resort/Casino in Las Vegas.
Popovich’s 2014 independent film “Popovich and the Voice of the Fabled American West” recently won the Audience Choice Award at the 17th annual Dance with Films Festival in Los Angeles.
His 2nd feature film – POPOVICH – ROAD TO HOLLYWOOD had its World Premiere at the TCL Hollywood Theater on September 5, 2021.
Popovich Comedy Pet Theater has over 1 million views on Tik-Tok, You Tube and Instagram!
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Hearts2Honduras: Songwriter's Night
2022-02-28 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Hearts2Honduras: Songwriter’s Night – The Franklin Theatre
Join us for songwriters night with Natalie Hemby, Luke Laird, and Barry Dean, 3 of the top songwriters in Nashville! Their lists of number one and grammy award winning songs are guaranteed to entertain and we are so honored to have them perform for us! Not only will you love hearing them sing, but the stories behind their lyrics will have you fully engaged and laughing all evening.
You can join us for the evening and enjoy a prime rib/chicken dinner and drinks at Puckett’s on 4th Avenue in Franklin before the show! Dinner begins at 5:00 and then head to the Franklin Theater, right around the corner, to see the show. Doors open at 6:15 and the show begins at 7:00pm.
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Captain Sandy: Lead-Her-Ship Tour!
2022-03-03 19:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Cabaret and Premium Classic seating includes a post-show Meet & Greet!

All aboard the Lead-Her-Ship cruise! Captain Sandy from Bravo’s hit series Below Deck Mediterranean is about to “set sail” to the Franklin Theatre March 3.
This one-of-a-kind show includes special musical guests and is filled with compelling stories of how Sandy has navigated life before fame, and where she is now! You’ll experience an unscripted, uncensored and unforgettable night of music, conversation, and engagement. It’s a live interactive look “Above the Deck” of Captain Sandy’s life on and off the show.
Captain Sandy is a famous, inspirational leader who runs a tight ship – but did you know that she also loves to DJ music? When she’s not on the ship there’s a playful side to Sandy that loves to let loose, have fun and inspire people from all walks of life.

Los Vivancos: The Flamenco Kings
2022-03-04 20:00 - 2022-03-05 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Combining flamenco, ballet, martial arts, street dance, theatre and acrobatics with charisma, showmanship, and an exceptional sense of rhythm, these seven brothers are setting audiences ablaze around the world.
A part of the Celebration of Dance series.
March 4 – 8 PM
March 5 – 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM

Women's History Tours
2022-03-05 17:30 - 2022-03-26 19:00 | Lotz House, 1111 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Lotz House staff member Kelly Kautzman will guide the one-hour tour which will explore what civilian life was like for women in the 1860’s as well as the compelling experiences that molded Matilda Lotz as a young girl growing up during the Battle of Franklin. Reservations are required by calling 615-790-7170.
$25 for adults; $12 for children 7-13; 6 and under are free.
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Jeffrey Steele & Friends 2022
2022-03-07 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Join us for an evening to remember. The Alex LeVasseur Memorial Fund presents the 15th Annual Jeffrey Steele & Friends, an intimate evening hosted by Jeffrey Steele & Casey LeVasseur with special guest performances by Jeffrey Steele, Lit, Ira Dean, Bridgette Tatum, Billy Dean, Darryl Worley, Phil Vassar, Stephen Wilson Jr., CJ Solar, Silence X Noise and more!
Jeffrey Steele and family created the Alex LeVasseur Memorial Fund at The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee after Steele’s 13-year-old son passed away January 28, 2007 in a tragic accident. Steele and his family are very involved with the program initiatives which support overlooked and at-risk youth in our community and beyond through programs, projects, and grants.
Special VIP reception performance by CJ Solar. For EXCLUSIVE VIP Seating and Sponsorship, please email Rondal Richardson at Rondal@cfmt.org
Brought to you by the Alex LeVasseur Memorial Fund of the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee.
Presented by The Davisson Family, with Support from The Wood Family, Julie Goon, The Joyce Family Foundation and Pam & Rick Leet
Thank you to our generous sponsors for helping to make this evening possible.
**Performers are subject to change based on circumstances beyond our control. **
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JD Souther
2022-03-11 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Franklin Theatre Live: JD Souther

An Evening with JD Souther – All the Hits. Some of the Stories.
Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee JD Souther is “one of the most celebrated songwriters of his generation,” writes Interview Magazine. “Raised on a steady diet of big band and jazz during his childhood, Souther has routinely returned to that music—as well as the genius songwriters of the early 20th century (Gershwin, Cole Porter)—for inspiration. On his latest studio album, Tenderness, Souther combines these musical threads, striking a perfect balance between understated jazz and the ineffable pop narratives that have been the backbone of much of his greatest work.”
JD’s latest releases include Tenderness (Sony Music Masterworks), described by Uncut Magazine as an album that connects “LA’s ‘70s golden age with the Great American Songbook,” with songs that “sound like standards themselves.” Souther has also reissued expanded editions of John David Souther, Black Rose and Home By Dawn (Omnivore Recordings), followed by a reissue of Longbrach/Pennywhistle (September, 2018 / UME).
Longtime friends Glenn Frey and JD Souther known as Longbranch/Pennywhistle originally released on the Amos label in 1969, the self-titled Longbranch/Pennywhistle may have ultimately been consigned to the side bins of the acid-rock era, but songs like “Kite Woman” and “Run, Boy, Run” serve as the literal seeds of the country-rock movement Frey and the Eagles perfected to a T. Besides navigating the success of his own fine solo career (see “You’re Only Lonely”), Souther also went on to be a chief Frey collaborator on such pivotal Eagles songs as “Best of My Love,” “New Kid in Town,” and “Heartache Tonight.”
Souther has penned countless hits for the Eagles, Linda Ronstadt, Roy Orbison, James Taylor, Don Henley, George Strait, Trisha Yearwood, Brooks and Dunn and others; while establishing a cult following as a performer with the Souther-Hillman-Furay Band and as a solo artist. As an actor, he has appeared in the TV Shows Thirtysomething and Nashville, among others. A passionate animal lover and advocate, JD is also involved with Best Friends Animal Society.
“Souther proves his work holds up as well as Dylan’s or Simon’s or Lennon and McCartney’s and… deserves such astute re-examination.” – JazzTimes
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A. Marshall Hospitality Restaurant Week
2022-03-14 07:00 - 2022-03-20 23:00 | TN
A. Marshall Hospitality (AMH), the family-owned hospitality group behind beloved Southern restaurants Puckett’s, Americana Taphouse, Burger Dandy, Deacon’s New South and Scout’s Pub, announces the inaugural AMH Restaurant Week March 14-20. The weeklong event serves as a way for the Tennessee-based group to celebrate its customers and community and will feature food specials, giveaways and more across all 10 AMH restaurants.
AMH Restaurant Week will feature the following specials across AMH locations statewide:
• Americana Taphouse (94 E Main St., Franklin, Tenn. 37064)
Prix-fixe dinner menu for $30
• Burger Dandy (94 E Main St., Franklin, Tenn. 37064)
Prix-fixe lunch and dinner menus for $15
• Deacon’s New South (401 Church St., Nashville, Tenn. 37219)
Prix-fixe dinner menu for $65
• Puckett’s (Chattanooga, Columbia, Franklin, Murfreesboro, Nashville and Pigeon Forge)
Prix-fixe dinner menu for $20
• Scout’s Pub (158 Front St. #120, Franklin, Tenn. 37064)
Prix-fixe dinner menu for $30
About A. Marshall Hospitality
A. Marshall Hospitality is a Franklin-based company with 10 family-owned restaurants and hospitality businesses in Middle and East Tenn. Its family of restaurants includes Puckett’s Gro. & Restaurant, Americana Taphouse, Deacon’s New South, Scout’s Pub and Burger Dandy, in addition to Puckett’s Trolley and Puckett’s Catering and Events. In 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018, A. Marshall Hospitality was recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest growing companies. The company was also the winner of Nashville Business Journal’s 2015 and 2018 Best In Business Award. For more information, visit amarshallhospitality.com.

The Shades of St. Patrick Ghost Tour
2022-03-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Lotz House, 1111 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Specially offered evening tour, take a chance to experience the spirits and other unexplained phenomenon that are said to haunt the historic home. Reservations are required by calling 615-790-7170.
About Lotz House
The Lotz House Foundation is dedicated to protecting, preserving and educating people on the history and culture of the historic Civil War Battle of Franklin, Tennessee in 1864. We are committed to enriching lives through preserving the stories of the time along with the lifestyle, furnishings and fine art of the period.
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Kiefer Sutherland Band
2022-03-18 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Franklin Theatre Live: Kiefer Sutherland Band

An Evening with Kiefer Sutherland with Special Guests Marc Copely & Rocco DeLuca
Kiefer Sutherland has been a professional actor for over thirty years, starring in movies and TV series such as ‘Stand By Me,’ ‘A Few Good Men,’ ‘24,’ and ‘The Fugitive.’
Over the last five years, Sutherland has focused on developing his music career. His debut album: ‘Down In A Hole,’ was released in 2016. He released a second album, ‘Reckless & Me,’ in 2019 and has toured both records extensively in the US, Canada, and Europe. ‘Reckless & Me’ entered the UK Album Chart at number 9 and topped the Americana, Country, and Independent charts in the UK on release. It was also the number 2 selling Country Album in the UK in 2019.
His latest album, ‘Bloor Street,’ was released on January 21, 2022.
FT Live sponsored by Jackson.
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Eireann, A Taste of Ireland
2022-03-18 20:00 - 2022-03-19 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Part of the Celebration of Dance Series at The Franklin Theatre

The fastest and greatest dancers in the land come together to perform the innovative and exciting new show celebrating the very best of Irish culture and history!

March 18th – 8:00 PM
March 19th – 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM

TedX Franklin
2022-03-19 10:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Come join TEDxFranklin’s Inaugural Event of Thought Leader Speakers 12 Speakers x 12 Minutes Each for a full day 10:30am – 6:00pm with a mix of live performances and thought provoking talks that answers two of TED’s questions: 1) What is the Big Idea 2) Why is it Worth Sharing?
The inaugural theme Good Vibrations sets the tone for a City that has endured a pandemic, integrated the California invasion, and rivals Nashville for the heart of music talent. Three blocks of conversation to include “Vibrations of Words, Sound, and Music” “Humanitarian” and “Civic.”
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The Shades of St. Patrick Ghost Tour
2022-03-19 18:00 - 21:00 | Lotz House, 1111 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Specially offered evening tour, take a chance to experience the spirits and other unexplained phenomenon that are said to haunt the historic home. Reservations are required by calling 615-790-7170.
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FT Live: Richard Marx
2022-03-30 20:00 - 2022-04-01 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Live Performance:
Music

Richard Marx’s soon-to-be-released memoir, “Stories To Tell,” begins a few months before the coronavirus pandemic; then transports us back to 1968 when he was five years old; takes us on an exciting, insightful, heartbreaking and hilarious journey through his life and career, and culminates a few months after the pandemic lockdown of 2020 with him battling a mysterious illness. Richard’s Simon and Schuster-published literary debut is just the latest chapter in a nearly 40 year career that’s seen the Chicago native score an astounding fourteen #1 songs as a songwriter for both himself and other artists, and the distinction of having written a number one song in four different decades.
Richard never considered writing his life story until he began performing solo acoustic shows in theaters beginning in 2010. “When I started playing solo shows, I knew going in that I would only have a piano, a guitar and my voice. I quickly realized I also needed stories,” he says. “I approach my live shows as if I were attending a concert by someone else. If all they’re going to do is ably replicate the music they’ve recorded, I can just stay home and listen to the recordings. I want to be entertained. I want to feel like I’m getting a glimpse into the PERSON I’m watching up there. Over time, my stories and banter with the audiences became crucially important to the point where I now feel that the ‘show’ is what happens in-between the songs. The best compliments I get are from people saying they felt like they hung out with me for two hours.”
Converting these stories, which range from hilarious to frightening to heart-wrenching, to the page was initially a daunting task, but as Richard explains, “As I wrote, my primary goal became a mission to make it feel as conversational as possible. As if I were telling you these stories over a martini somewhere.” From his childhood to his early beginnings as a songwriter and background singer for such luminaries as Lionel Richie, Kenny Rogers and Madonna to his hugely successful career as an artist and performer, Richard takes us on his life’s journey much like a gracious host would entertain his guests at a party.
“Stories To Tell,” along with the book’s soundtrack (which features his many hits as well as demos of his famous songs, covers of songs he contributed to other artists, and an unreleased rock track from the 80s) follows his 2020 hit album “Limitless.” Reaching number two on the iTunes pop album chart, “Limitless” featured the Billboard top 15 single, “Another One Down,’ which was written by Richard and his son, Lucas, who also produced the track.
Richard has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide, starting with his self-titled debut which went to No. 8 on the Billboard Top 200 chart. The album spawned four Top 5 singles, including “Hold on to the Nights” and “Don’t Mean Nothing,” which earned him a Grammy nomination for Best Male Rock Vocal Performance. His follow-up, 1989’s Repeat Offender, was even more successful, hitting No. 1 and going quadruple-platinum with two No. 1 singles, “Satisfied” and “Right Here Waiting.” He has since made history as the only male artist whose first seven singles reached the Top 5 on the Billboard charts.
Richard has also written on a No. 1 single in each of the last four decades, an accolade previously only reached by Michael Jackson. He has written with numerous artists, including “To Where You Are,” the first hit single from Josh Groban’s debut album, and the NSYNC smash, “This I Promise You.” He went on to earn a 2004 Song of the Year Grammy for co-authoring Luther Vandross’ “Dance with My Father.” Overall, he has scored 14 No. 1 singles (including Keith Urban’s No. 1 smash “Long Hot Summer”), both as a performer and as a songwriter/producer, revealing him a true multi-talented performer who continues to challenge himself and his fans.
In addition to being a musician, Richard is a committed philanthropist, supporting charitable causes like the American Cancer Society and the Ronald McDonald House Charities, Mercy For Animals, ASPCA, Humane Society, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and the charity closest to Richard’s heart, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, for which his produced events have raised over $4 million for research. The musician has toured extensively for the past three decades, building a strong fanbase all over the world that only continues to grow. The legacy of his career as a songwriter, singer and musician and now author is now well established and Richard is happy to continue on his trajectory, wherever it takes him.
“I have so much gratitude,” he says. “I’m so excited that I’m still doing this and it’s on a level that I’m really proud of. It’s amazing that I can go to these places in the world where they might not be able to pronounce my name properly, but they sing along to all the songs in the show. People come back again and again and I’ve very proud of my live show. I want fans to finish my book just as I want them to feel after seeing me in concert. Like they got to know me.”
Richard lives with his wife, Daisy Fuentes, in Malibu, California.
March 30th – 8:00 PM
March 31st – 8:00 PM
April 1st – 8:00 PM

Great Performances: Los Angeles Guitar Quartet
2022-04-08 20:00 - 2022-04-09 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Part of the Great Performances Series at The Franklin Theatre in Downtown Franklin

For over three decades on the concert stage, the members of the Grammy® Award-winning Los Angeles Guitar Quartet have continually set the standard for expression and virtuosity among guitar ensembles, while perennially redefining themselves in their musical explorations. Popularly known as the LAGQ, the Los Angeles Guitar Quartet is recognized as one of America’s premier instrumental ensembles. As one of the most charismatic groups performing today, their critically acclaimed transcriptions of concert masterworks provide a fresh look at the music of the past, while their interpretations of works from the contemporary and world-music realms continually break new ground.

April 8th – 8:00 PM
April 9th – 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM

FT Live: Jesse Cook
2022-04-11 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
An accomplished guitarist, producer and equally prolific film maker, Jesse Cook has evolved his talents to create experiences that delight audiences both in concert, and online.
He composed his first album, Tempest, over 25 years ago. Jesse could not imagine that such a humble recording, in which he played all the instruments, would spark into a music legacy with thousands of concerts performed around the world, over 2 million albums sold, 5 PBS TV specials, and tens of millions of content views and streams across the internet.
Jesse and his extraordinary band are looking forward to returning to the road, bringing the Tempest II Tour and their unique brand of rhythm and rhumba to audiences across North America in 2022.

FT Live: Kathy Mattea & Suzy Bogguss
2022-04-15 20:00 - 2022-04-16 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Franklin Theatre Live: Kathy Mattea & Suzy Bogguss

Kathy Mattea and Suzy Bogguss have each carved out careers in popular music with country chart hits spanning two decades. Suzy’s “Outbound Plane”, “Aces”, and “Someday Soon” are among the many songs beloved by country music fans around the world, as are “Where’ve You Been?”, “455 Rocket”, and “Eighteen Wheels and a Dozen Roses” from Kathy’s deep well of material. Friends since their early days in Nashville, they had only found a few opportunities to collaborate musically, notably with “Teach Your Children”, their Grammy-nominated track from 1994’s “Red, Hot + Country” compilation. They have “threatened” for years, and their many fans have clamored for this pairing.
Now, sporting new material developed for the tour, armed with 2 careers worth of stories and more hits than they can fit…Kathy & Suzy are “Together At Last”!
Booked in collaboration with Odyssey Touring
FT Live sponsored by Jackson.
More details below.
