Acoustic Christmas
2022-12-01 18:00 (America/Chicago) | The Gate Church, 4040 Murfreesboro Rd., Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
A special acoustic Christmas concert with virtuoso piano from a world class concert pianist. Classic Christmas songs and new songs from worship and dance talent from across the church of Nashville.
Plus hot cocoa and s’mores!!!
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Levi Kreis
2022-12-01 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Levi Kreis – The Franklin Theatre – December 1st
Levi’s stunning piano/vocal holiday show infuses gospel, country, rockabilly and jazz into a fresh and flawless collection of Christmas classics and holiday favorites. His storytelling and comedic timing will have you in stitches while his ability to embody a song will bring you to tears. Don’t miss this unique and intimate evening from one of Broadway’s Tony award winning talents.
Levi Kreis is a Tony Award winning actor known for originating the role of Jerry Lee Lewis in Broadway’s Million Dollar Quartet. The role won Levi the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor, an Outer Critics Circle Award and a Drama League Nomination. Other notable credits include the role of Hermes in Hadestown first national tour, the Tony-nominated revival of Violet, Smokey Joe’s Cafe, Pump Boys & Dinettes and the Broadway national tour of Rent. Films include Frailty, The Divide and A Very Sordid Wedding. As a singer/songwriter, Levi’s music has been featured in various television shows such as So You Think You Can Dance, The Vampire Diaries, Sons of Anarchy and more. He is also the host of the Imagine Paradise Podcast which focuses on conversations around recovery along with spiritual and personal development.
www.LeviKreis.com
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COME HOME FOR CHRISTMAS with Matthew West: A Weekend Experience
2022-12-02 15:00 - 2022-12-04 12:00 | Liberty Hall in The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Matthew West is inviting all of his friends to COME HOME FOR CHRISTMAS for a weekend of stories and songs in his hometown; Franklin, TN!
The weekend will be full of concerts, activities, and Christmas fun like only Matthew and his friends can create.
Current Schedule and Details (subject to change – full weekend pass required to attend any / all sessions):
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2022

3:00 to 5:00 pm: Check in at St. Phillip Catholic Church (113 2nd Avenue; Franklin, TN)
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm: Franklin, TN Christmas Tree Lighting with Matthew West (Matthew is hosting his hometown’s Christmas Tree Lighting and you’re invited to be there!)
8:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Hot Cocoa and Christmas Carols with Matthew West

Location: St. Phillip Catholic Church (113 2nd Avenue; Franklin, TN)

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2022: (All scheduled activities at The Factory / Liberty Hall in Franklin, TN)

9:30 am: Doors open
10:00 am: Photos with Matthew West (The World’s Fastest Matthew West Photo Session – we’re going for a world record – more info to come. It’s going to be crazy, it’s going to be fun, there will be snowballs.)
11:00 am: A Matthew West Christmas Live Podcast Taping (with a special guest)
11:30 am: A Matthew West Christmas Podcast Taping with Friends (LIVE)
1:00 pm to 5:30 pm: FREE TIME – EXPLORING MIDDLE TENNESSEE (The planning guide that we will have for all attendees in mid June will give you tons of Christmas Awesomeness to explore in Matthew’s hometown – Also be aware The Franklin Christmas Parade Is on this day at 2 pm and takes place In Downtown Franklin!

5:30 pm: Arrive back at Liberty Hall
6:00 pm: CHRISTMAS DINNER with MATTHEW WEST & FAMILY!
8:00 pm: CHRISTMAS with MATTHEW WEST… THE CONCERT! (All of the hits, All of Matthew’s Christmas favorites – in an intimate Christmas setting that you’ll love).

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2022 (all activities at Jamison Hall in The Factory; Franklin, TN):

9:00 am: Doors Open
9:00 am: Pastries & Donuts with Matthew! (Hot Cocoa for you non-coffee drinkers and we’ll have water for those of you that don’t drink Hot Cocoa or coffee)
10:30 am: Worship & Church with Matthew & Pastor Joe (Matthew’s Dad)
12:00 pm: Approximate ending.

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Christmas Tree Lighting on the Square
2022-12-02 18:00 - 20:30 | Downtown Franklin Public Square, Downtown Franklin Public Square, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The city of Franklin is excited to light up the square Friday, December 2nd, for the 2022 Christmas tree lighting, the best tree lighting event in Middle Tennessee!
Freedom Intermediate School Honors Choir will sing. We’ll also have special guest performances from five-time Grammy nominee, and Christian Music Songwriter/Artist of the Year winner Matthew West. He’s headlined this event before and we are so excited he’s coming back for 2022!
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Glenn Miller Orchestra
2022-12-02 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The first Glenn Miller Orchestra did not make it at all. It was a total and absolute economic failure. But Glenn knew what he wanted, held to that dedication and relentlessly worked to succeed. He launched his second band – the one that lives on today – in March of 1938. The Glenn Miller Orchestra has been a “hit” ever since.
The legendary Glenn Miller was one of the most successful of all dance bandleaders back in the Swing Era of the 1930’s and 40’s. A matchless string of hit records, the constant impact of radio broadcasts and the drawing power at theatres, hotels and dance pavilion, built and sustained the momentum of popularity.
Glenn disbanded his musical organization in 1942 at the height of its popularity to volunteer for the Army. There, he organized and led the famous Glenn Miller Army Air Force Band. It went to Europe to entertain servicemen performing numerous live and radio shows. On December 15, 1944, Major Miller took off in a single engine plane from Europe to precede his band to France, disappearing over the English Channel, never to be seen again. The army declared him officially dead a year later.
With the release of the major motion movie The Glenn Miller Story featuring Jimmy Stewart and June Allyson in 1954, interest and popular demand led the Miller Estate to authorize the formation of the present Glenn Miller Orchestra. On June 6, 1956, and under the direction of drummer Ray McKinley who had become the unofficial leader of the Army Air Force Band after Glenn’s disappearance, the reformed Glenn Miller Orchestra performed its first concert and has been on the road ever since. Other leaders have followed Ray including clarinetists Buddy DeFranco and Peanuts Hucko, trombonists Buddy Morrow, Jimmy Henderson, Larry O’Brien and Gary Tole, and tenor saxophonist Dick Gerhart. Since January 2012, vocalist Nick Hilscher leads the band.
Today, the 18 member ensemble continues to play many of the original Miller arrangements both from the civilian band and the AAFB libraries. Additionally, it also plays some more modern selections arranged and performed in the Miller style and sound.
Just as it was in Glenn’s day, the Glenn Miller Orchestra today is still the most sought after big band in the world.
www.GlennMillerOrchestra.com
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OTO's A Christmas in Nashville
2022-12-02 20:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
OTO’s A Christmas in Nashville – The Mockingbird Theater, Downtown Franklin
On The Outside (OTO) are back for their annual holiday show! Join us for “Christmas in Nashville” as OTO performs holiday favorites along with some new unreleased songs!
This will be a magical, family-friendly evening. Doors open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm. Meet & Greet tickets are available (includes meeting the band and taking photos before the show). See you there!

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Dancity Winter Showcase
2022-12-03 17:00 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Ring in the holiday season with Dancity Productions’ Winter Showcase featuring dancers of all ages and your favorite Christmas tunes. Dancity’s ensemble will be performing a musical theatre piece from “A Christmas Story” and the kinder dances are sure to leave you smiling. Get a first look at Dancity’s elite company routines prior to the start of competition season. Start your December with a feel good recital that is sure to become a holiday favorite and family tradition.

The Deltaz w/ special guest Alyssa Flaherty
2022-12-03 20:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The Deltaz (American Blues Brothers Duo) w/ special guest Alyssa Flaherty at the Mockingbird Theatre in downtown Franklin on December 3rd. Doors open at 5 PM. Show starts at 8 PM. More event details are below.

Point of Grace - Gloria The Christmas Tour (Brentwood, TN)
2022-12-04 14:00 | Brentwood Academy, 219 Granny White Pike, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
Point of Grace – Gloria The Christmas Tour (Brentwood, TN) – Brentwood Academy
Join us for a special evening with Point of Grace – A Christmas Story Tour featuring Aaron Shust on the campus of Brentwood Academy.
VIP Ticket includes:

Premium venue seating
Special tour lanyard
Free Christmas CD
Post-show meet and great

You may also be interested in attending Brentwood Academy’s Christmas in Brentwood happening at the same location on the same day from 3 PM to 7 PM!
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Christmas in Brentwood 2022
2022-12-04 15:00 - 19:00 | Brentwood Academy, 219 Granny White Pike, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
A FREE community-wide event celebrating the joyous season of Christmas!

Start Christmas with Us!
Brentwood Academy is pleased to announce Christmas in Brentwood, Sunday, December 4, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This community-wide celebration featuring Christian recording artist Point of Grace will be a fun and festive way to ring in the Advent season, celebrating the birth of Jesus! This free event, organized and hosted by Brentwood Academy, will feature family-friendly Christmas activities, culminating with the lighting of the Great Brentwood Academy Christmas Tree. Festivities include:

Santa and Elves
The lighting of the Great Tree
Live Music featuring Point of Grace
Nativity with Live Animals
Trackless Train
Bounce Houses
Christmas Arts and Crafts
Food Trucks and Coffee Bar

“We are beyond excited to host this event for our community,” says Jason Mathews, Dean of Admission and Community Engagement. “We look forward to the opportunity to celebrate the birth of Jesus during this special event for the community to gather, celebrate, and give to those in need.”
Brentwood Academy is excited to partner with the Nashville Rescue Mission. Attendees are encouraged to bring new undergarments such as large t-shirts, underwear, and socks to donate to the Nashville Rescue Mission. This is a wonderful opportunity to give to those less fortunate.
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Williamson County Community Chorus Free Holiday Concert
2022-12-04 16:00 - 18:00 | Christ Community Church, 1215 Hillsboro Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Come enjoy an afternoon of carols and seasonal favorites at this FREE holiday chorus concert.
About the Williamson County Performing Arts Center
The mission of the Williamson County Performing Arts Center is to enrich, engage and entertain our community by operating as a professional and accessible venue and performance space. The Williamson County Performing Arts Center is designed to showcase local talent, provide opportunities for artistic expression and entertain our community in a comfortable and professional setting.
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Dailey and Vincent: All I Want For Christmas Is Y'all
2022-12-07 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Dailey and Vincent: All I Want For Christmas Is Y’all – The Franklin Theatre – December 7th
Multi-Grammy Award winners Jamie Dailey and Darrin Vincent are among the most reputable and elite entertainers in American music. Dailey & Vincent’s sound is a concoction of traditional country, bluegrass and gospel music. Their “All I Want for Christmas is Y’all” tour will feature the best of Dailey & Vincent original music and Christmas songs, including Rocking Around the Christmas Tree, Mary Did You Know, Road to Bethlehem, Go Thee Down, Carol of the Bells, Mr. Grinch, Go Tell it on the Mountain, and many more of your holiday favorites.
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PAUL ALDRICH & FRIENDS CHRISTMAS SHOW
2022-12-09 19:30 | Generations Church, 408 Church St., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Paul Aldrich & Friends CHRISTMAS SHOW with Paul Aldrich, Cheri Keaggy, Music City Strings. Edifying entertainment at its best! Part hymn sing, part comedy show, all good clean fun, HUMOR & HYMNS is the perfect way to keep the Thanksgiving spirit alive on Black Friday.
Doors open at 7 PM. More event details are below.

A Family Christmas with Louis York & The Shindellas
2022-12-09 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
A Family Christmas with Louis York & The Shindellas – The Franklin Theatre
Louis York is the creation of multi-GRAMMY nominated songwriting and production duo Claude Kelly and Chuck Harmony who left the City of Angels for Music City to open Weirdo Workshop, their company and label that produces music for other artists and musicians, including themselves, as well as all-female band The Shindellas.
With a discography that covers multiple genres, including Pop, R&B, Gospel, and Country, Kelly and Harmony have created music for icons like Michael & Janet Jackson, Whitney Houston and Celine Dion; Chart toppers Rihanna, Bruno Mars and Miley Cyrus; R&B Divas Fantasia, Ledisi, Jazmine Sullivan and K. Michelle; along with Christina Aguilera, Ne-Yo, Mary J Blige, John Legend, Pit Bull, Jason Derulo and many more.
Performing as Louis York, they have played across the U.S. in New York, Los Angeles, Nashville, Atlanta, D.C., just to name a few packing venues and leaving attendees hungry for more and in amazement over the group’s creativity, energy and stage presence.
Since hitting the scene back in 2017, The Shindellas, (Kasi Jones, Stacy Johnson, and Tamara Chauniece), who hails from the music city of Nashville, has been on a mission to impact music with their unique sound and style. Hand-picked by Multi-Grammy-nominated production and songwriting duo Chuck Harmony & Claude Kelly (Rihanna, Miley, Jazmine Sullivan, Ledisi, Fantasia, and more), The Shindellas were fueled by the opportunity to make music that would not only matter to them but ring true to the listeners. As a result, the ladies tapped into retro sounds of R&B/Soul influences to bring forth a sound they dubbed as ‘New American Soul’ with hints of The Clark Sisters, EnVogue, The Pointer Sisters, and LaBelle. Effortlessly displayed, they not only evoke emotion through harmony but the beauty of music is evident on their recently released debut album HITS THAT STICK LIKE GRITS via Weirdo Workshop/The Orchard. The 14-track album showcases each voice that blends to sound like one. The album’s lead single “Money” remains a fan favorite. Other releases featured on the album include “Fear Has No Place,” and “When You Are Lonely.”
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37th Annual Dickens of a Christmas 2022
2022-12-10 10:00 - 2022-12-11 17:00 | Historic Downtown Franklin, Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County’s 37th Annual Dickens of a Christmas is Middle Tennessee’s largest outdoor Christmas festival, returning this year from Saturday, December 10, 2022 – Sunday, December 11, 2022.
The festival will recreate the time of Charles Dickens using historic downtown Franklin’s charming architecture as the backdrop. A variety of musicians, dancers and Dickens characters will fill the streets. Expect to see and interact with the nefarious Fagin from Oliver Twist; Jacob Marley, Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim and the rest of the Cratchit family from A Christmas Carol; and of course, a Victorian Father and Mother Christmas with treats for children.
The event is hosted by the Downtown Franklin Association – A Division of the Heritage Foundation. Dickens of a Christmas and our two other signature events (Main Street Festival and Pumpkinfest), serve our mission and foster economic vitality for local businesses and visiting vendors, while creating beloved community events that enrich and preserve the historic charm and enduring spirit of our town.

The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County aims to preserve and share regional history, local historic places and signature events that carry on our community traditions and cultural heritage through fundraising, research, advocacy, education, preservation and community engagement.
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Liberty Music Academy's Rock Band Showcase
2022-12-11 19:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Liberty Music Academy’s Rock Band Showcase – The Mockingbird Theater, Downtown Franklin
Liberty Music Academy’s student rock bands have been rehearsing for the past 8 weeks for their Rock Band Showcase, and they’re ready to show off all they’ve learned! The night will also include solo artist performances from some featured LMA students before the bands take the stage.
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Christmas with Veritas
2022-12-14 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Christmas with Veritas – The Franklin Theatre
Ring in your Christmas season with a night of holiday classics, sacred favorites, and all the beloved sentiments of the season. From lush orchestral settings to heart-warming a cappella carols, this holiday show has become an annual Christmas tradition for Veritas, as well as individuals and families across the country!
Veritas is a 5 piece vocal powerhouse, bringing a fresh, dynamic twist to the classical crossover genre with performances that promise to inspire an audience of any distinction.
www.VeritasFive.com
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Beth Nielsen Chapman
2022-12-15 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Beth Nielsen Chapman – The Franklin Theatre
Beth is back out touring in support of CrazyTown in 2022 so get ready to laugh and cry and, well, just fasten your seat belt. One thing you can count on at a BNC concert is one great song after another and some fascinating stories woven in between.
Beth Nielsen Chapman is a two-time Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter who has written songs for Bonnie Raitt, Emmylou Harris, Bette Midler, Elton John, Neil Diamond, Trisha Yearwood, Amy Grant, Faith Hill, Willie Nelson, and many more. Mega-hit “This Kiss,” sung by Faith Hill, was ASCAP’S 1999 Song Of The Year, garnered a Grammy nomination and Nashville NAMMY’S 1999 Songwriter of the Year. Beth also received a special award by The Alabama Music Hall Of Fame and was the recipient of The Distinguished Artist Award from the Alabama State Council on the Arts in 2009 and in October of 2016 Beth was inducted into the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame, one she considers to be the highest honor she’s ever received.
As a breast cancer survivor, speaker on grief and creativity, and a teacher of songwriting, vocal, and creativity workshops, Beth, in addition to her concerts, has taught at Universities internationally including the Royal Scottish Academy of Music & Drama, The Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts, and the Berklee School of Music among others, and has delivered deeply moving and inspiring Keynotes at various conferences. Her stories and delivery illustrate the power of music to heal, as she weaves her music into this theme, opening every heart to experience how resilience is fueled through creativity. That is the clear focus in her presentations as she deems herself a “creativity whisperer” with a passion for inspiring others to fully blossom into their creative potential which is the birthright of every human.
FT Live sponsored by Jackson.
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The Christmas Schooner
2022-12-16 19:00 - 2022-12-18 14:00 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Source One Five presents – The Christmas Schooner

Discover the true spirit of Christmas and take a ride on THE CHRISTMAS SCHOONER! The whole family will enjoy this heartwarming true story based on the historic Great Lakes voyages of Christmas tree ships during the late 1800s. It tells the true story of a Michigan shipping captain who braves the deadly winter to bring Christmas trees to Chicago for homesick German-American families. Filled with a wonderful original score and traditional holiday favorites.
Friday, December 16th at 7 PM
Saturday, December 17th at 2 PM
Saturday, December 17th at 7 PM
Sunday, December 18th at 2 PM
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Melinda Doolittle
2022-12-16 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Melinda Doolittle is a soul–stirring songstress. She is a flawless vocalist with irresistible artistry and effortless style compelling her audiences to keep listening. Tone deaf as a child, Doolittle went on to become the favorite of American Idol judge Simon Cowell on season 6. She has performed with Post Modern Jukebox and The Boston Pops and her own signature show, The Great American Soul Book garners rave reviews.
www.MelindaDoolittle.com

Tone deaf as a child, Melinda’s choir teacher would plead with her not to sing, but just silently move her mouth. Undaunted, her love of singing drove her to enter a talent show in the seventh grade where she stunned the audience with her miraculously spot on vocals and beautiful voice. She never looked back!
Melinda graduated with a Bachelors in Music from Belmont University in Nashville, TN. She became a highly sought after background vocalist singing for musical icons including Michael McDonald, Aretha Franklin, BeBe and CeCe Winans, Aaron Neville and Jonny Lang.
Doolittle became a household name during season six of American Idol in 2007. She came in third in the voting, first with Simon Cowell calling her his “personal favorite” and quickly became the sweetheart of American Idol winning over the hearts of all with her stunning powerhouse vocals and her personal charm.
In 2009, Doolittle released her debut album Coming Back to You garnering rave reviews from critics, including The New York Times, which hailed her as one of the most “phenomenally gifted” singers in years. In 2013, she released her sophomore album You’re The Reason giving fans yet another opportunity to hear her impeccable vocals and revealing a bit more of her personality. People Magazine stating, “Her voice is a slinky purr then a mighty growl that will keep you coming back for more.” In the middle of her album releases, she penned her book Beyond Me: Finding Your Way to Life’s Next Level. Melinda is currently the well-loved co-host of TV Line’s Reality Check.Doolittle continues to thrill audiences everywhere from the Rock and Rock Hall of Fame to The White House, from the Copa Room to Carnegie Hall. In addition, she has been a featured guest with the Boston Pops, Charlotte Symphony and United States Air Force Orchestra to name a few, including a featured performer at the 2015 Boston Pops Fourth of July Spectacular. She is currently headlining her own soulful show It Must Be Love.
In thankfulness for all she has been given, Doolittle gives back to these amazing organizations: Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital, Ronald McDonald House, The League, and Malaria No More (Presidential Delegate to Africa). Now, Melinda brings her soulful voice to your favorite Christmas songs along with originals such as “God Bless Us Everyone” which she co-wrote with renowned songwriter, Regie Hamm (“Time of My Life”). From sacred to Motown, get ready to laugh, cry and reminisce as you celebrate the most wonderful season of all with Melinda Doolittle.
There will be a post-show meet and greet for cabaret ticket holders.
Sponsored by Jackson National Life
Presented by Franklin Theatre Live

Christmas with the King: A Holiday Tribute to Elvis
2022-12-17 15:00 - 19:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Christmas with the King: A Holiday Tribute to Elvis at The Franklin Theatre
Nashville Elvis Festival presents CHRISTMAS WITH THE KING: A HOLIDAY TRIBUTE TO ELVIS — A special 2-hour show starring world champion Elvis tribute artist COTE DEONATH (www.CoteAsElvis.com). The 5th annual show features costume changes, a visit by Santa Claus and some of the King’s biggest hits plus Christmas classics synonymous with Elvis including “Here Comes Santa Claus,” “Winter Wonderland,” “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” “Blue Christmas,” “Merry Christmas Baby” and so many more. CHRISTMAS WITH THE KING is a holiday concert event for the whole family!
December 17 at 3:00 PM and 7:30 PM
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Deck The Halls
2022-12-18 18:30 - 20:00 | Westhaven Residents Club, 401 Cheltenham Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Deck The Halls – David Ian – Franklin, TN

How does an ear-splitting, note-shredding rock guitarist who leaps off amps in concert end up releasing albums of mellow, jazz-oriented Christmas songs? While most people would think such a scenario improbable, to say the least, David Ian views it as a natural progression in a multifaceted music career. Born in Toronto, Canada to Armenian immigrant parents, Ian came early to music, beginning classical piano study at age five. A few years later, he experienced a moment of epiphany: “After seeing Back to the Future, I realized that playing guitar was my destiny. It really wasn’t even a choice.”
Ian performed in a number of garage bands throughout junior high and high school, and after graduating from college became lead guitarist in the acclaimed band Church of Rhythm. That group eventually morphed into the even more successful rock group Superchick, which earned a Grammy nomination award in 2009 for best Rock/Rap Gospel Album. But Ian was no one trick pony.
As a teen, he studied jazz piano with noted teacher Pat Pace, and joined with fellow students to help initiate the jazz lab curriculum at his high school in Akron, Ohio. When he conceived the idea of recording his first Christmas record “Vintage Christmas”, he drew inspiration from two legendary jazz pianists. “I tried to capture some of the essence of the gorgeous voicing and phrasing of Bill Evans in his interpretations of ballads, as well as the festive approach of Vince Guaraldi, particularly his injection of the blues.”
Taking proud place in this music lineage are David Ian’s “Vintage Christmas”, “Vintage Christmas Wonderland”, and his newest “Vintage Christmas Trio” which all breathe new life into a set of familiar Christmas classics in relaxed, swinging arrangements that capture the spirit of the season while respecting the sanctity of the material. Rather than burying the songs under a wall of sound, Ian has opted for a small jazz combo that places the accent firmly on their melodic and lyrical content.
The first two releases feature a beguiling blend of instrumental and vocal versions while his new release “Vintage Christmas Trio” features the instrumental trio and highlights the piano arrangements in a pure sense. “His third and best holiday release” states Frank-John Hadley (Downbeat Magazine December 2017) in his four-star review of the newest album. “Ian has an intelligent playing style, always avoiding the weak emotion that plagues less thoughtful musicians.” His jazz recordings have turned heads of critics from The Wall Street Journal, NPR, The LA Times, The Associated Press, and Downbeat Magazine.
“I believe the meaning of Christmas to be one of hope in someone greater than ourselves; in the birth of a Savior who ensures that the world need not bear its burdens alone. My objective with these arrangements is to help direct the listener to that sense of hope” says Ian. It goes without saying that Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without all of the trimmings: a fresh-cut tree draped in baubles, bangles and beads, twinkling lights adorning eaves and windows, strategically placed mistletoe, a turkey in the oven and eggnog in the fridge. But it just doesn’t feel like the holidays until you’ve got those familiar Christmas tunes spreading good cheer from your speakers.
So, deck the halls with boughs and holly. Roast some chestnuts by the fire. Walk in a winter wonderland. Be merry and bright. Be joyful and triumphant. Join David Ian’s live Christmas experience. You’re guaranteed to have yourself a swinging little Christmas.

Street Corner Symphony
2022-12-20 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Street Corner Symphony – The Franklin Theatre
Street Corner Symphony is a contemporary a cappella group based out of Nashville, Tennessee. After competing in NBC’s all-vocal competition, “The Sing-Off,” these southern gents quickly won over sing-off judges Ben Folds (Ben Folds Five), Shawn Stockman (Boyz 11 Men) and Nicole Scherzinger (The Pussycat Dolls), and -most importantly – millions of NBC Primetime viewers after demonstrating their unique, laid-back-yet-dynamic style of a cappella. Since their success on “The Sing-Off,” Street Corner Symphony has made their mark on the music world, recording albums, providing clinics for schools, giving benefits for cancer, performing across the country and around the world, and even working with major artists including Ben Folds, Alison Krauss and Take 6’s Claude McKnight.
www.StreetCornerSymphony.com
Sponsored by Jackson National Life
Presented by Franklin Theatre Live
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A Shaw Family Christmas
2022-12-22 19:00 - 20:30 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Ring in the Christmas season with a night of holiday classics, sacred favorites, and all the beloved sentiments of the season.
SHAW is a 6 sibling band, bringing a fresh, dynamic twist to the Christmas classics with performances that promise to inspire an audience of any distinction.
Come join us for an unforgettable evening of music and Christmas cheer!

The Gatlin Brothers: Country & Christmas
2022-12-23 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Gatlin Brothers: Country & Christmas – The Franklin Theatre
The legendary Gatlin Brothers are back and just in time for Christmas! Celebrating over 60 years of entertaining audiences in some of the world’s largest venues and from some of the most iconic stages, The Gatlin Brothers will be performing some of their biggest hits and favorite holiday tunes in a Christmas show to remember.
Larry, Steve & Rudy: The Gatlin Brothers are Grammy® award-winners who have dazzled audiences for more than six decades. They have accrued a lifetime of noteworthy achievements in their storybook career, including a Grammy® for Best Country Song (“Broken Lady”), three ACM awards for Single of the Year (“All The Gold In California”), Album of the Year (Straight Ahead) and Male Vocalist of the Year, along with five nominations for CMA Vocal Group of the Year, Single, Album. The brothers have accumulated seven #1 singles, 32 Top 40 records; more than 20 studio albums and five BMI “Million-Air” Awards.
As a solo writer, Larry ranks 4th on Billboard’s Top 40 self-penned hits and was recently inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. His impressive song catalog has been recorded by a “Who’s Who” of entertainers, including Elvis Presley, Barbra Streisand, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Glen Campbell, Kris Kristofferson, Sir Tom Jones, Dottie West, Charlie Rich, Johnny Mathis, the Oak Ridge Boys and many others – securing his legacy as one of BMI’s top solo songwriters. In addition, Larry wrote and produced the musical, “Quanah”, which was performed in April 2017 to rave reviews.
During 2020, The Gatlin Brothers celebrated their 65th anniversary in the music industry. They have entertained audiences in venues and stages all over the world from the Grand Ole Opry to Carnegie Hall. They have also performed for the Grammy Awards, American Music Awards, People’s Choice Awards, The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, Oprah, Hee Haw, The Love Boat, The Midnight Special with Wolfman Jack, The Merv Griffin Show, Solid Gold, Barbara Mandrell Show and their own variety special on the ABC network.
While building their career, The Gatlin Brothers were on the fast track musically in 1976, thanks to the chart-topping success of their single “Broken Lady”. The hits continued throughout the decade with their signature song “All the Gold in California” followed by “Houston (Means I’m One Day Closer to You).” The next decade brought number one hits with “I Don’t Wanna Cry”, “I Just Wish You Were Someone I Love,” “Statues Without Hearts,” “Love Is Just A Game” and “Night Time Magic.”
They have performed at the White House, the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Air Force One, Ford’s Theater, Camp David, President Bush’s 80th Birthday Party, The Lincoln Theater, Carnegie Hall, Madison Square Garden, West Point, on the Mall in Washington D.C., The Greek Theater, Billy Bob’s Texas, Radio City Music Hall, Disney World and The Wembley Music Festival, to name a few. They have been privileged to grace the stage with legendary entertainers, like Bob Hope, George Burns, Kenny Rogers, Brad Paisley, Rascal Flatts, Vince Gill, The Mandrells, The Oak Ridge Boys, the Gaither Vocal Band, The Isaacs and many others.
The brothers have also proudly entertained our U.S. troops in Kuwait, Qatar, UAE, Germany and at many military bases in the United States as well. They have appeared at many sporting events and venues singing the national anthem, including the 1985 and ’89 World Series, and the U.S. Open tennis tournament. They have performed in Yankee Stadium, the Astrodome, Nissan Titans Stadium, Candlestick Park, Chicago White Sox ballpark, NHL All Star Hockey Game, Darlington NASCAR Speedway, the Cotton Bowl, Sugar Bowl, Rose Bowl, Giants Stadium, the Superdome, AT&T (Dallas Cowboys) Stadium, Reliant Stadium (Houston Texans) and the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, China.
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Live Music by Jo Yaeger at Company Distilling on New Year's Eve
2022-12-31 18:00 - 20:00 | Company Distilling at Thompson’s Station, 1557 Thompson Station Rd W., Thompson s Station, TN, 37179-9253, United States
Enjoy live music by Jo Yaeger at Company Distilling in Thompson’s Station, Tennessee from 6:00 PM to 8 PM on New Year’s Eve!
Jo commands a stage with grace, poise and wisdom beyond her years and takes the audience on a journey within their own soul as she bares hers. Regardless of the venue, all within earshot leave impacted by the piercing lyrics and powerful melodies Jo brings time and again.

A Matt Logan Production: New Year's Eve Concert
2022-12-31 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Travel back in time as The Franklin Theatre turns into a swinging 1950s jazz club for one-night-only. Join us as we say goodbye to 2022, as we explore the iconic catalog of Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Judy Garland, Dean Martin, and countless other musical legends. Hosted by Matt Logan and featuring renowned local voices, such as Patrick Thomas, Piper Jones, Melonie Madden Addams, and a myriad of special guest artists, a New Year’s Eve Concert will certainly be the most memorable way to ring in the new year!
ABOUT: Matt Logan is an accomplished designer, director, illustrator and performer, Matt Logan is first and foremost a storyteller—drawing on his multi-disciplinary talents to create a comprehensive signature aesthetic that connects every aspect of a Studio Tenn production, From the set to the stitching. One of a rare few who doubles as director and designer, Logan made his professional directorial debut at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) at the age of 19. He attended Pepperdine University on a Design Scholarship where he apprenticed under theatre legend John Raitt. Upon graduating, Logan worked on Broadway in costuming for GYPSY, THE LION KING, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and OKLAHOMA. He assisted Tara Rubin Casting for THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, JERSEY BOYS, SPAMALOT and SHREK. A nationally recognized illustrator and caricature artist, Logan was named by The New York Times as an heir to the Al Hirschfeld tradition for his Broadway portraiture. His celebrity clients include Hugh Jackman, Bernadette Peters, Jude Law, Martin Short, Mike Nichols, Dolly Parton, Mary Tyler Moore, Katie Holmes, Harry Connick Jr. and Morgan Freeman.As an actor, Logan’s credits include Performance Riverside (INTO THE WOODS, SCARLET PIMPERNEL, THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD), McCoy Rigby Entertainment (THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN starring Cathy Rigby), Tennessee Repertory Theatre (1776), Rattlestick Theatre NY (MESSAGE FOR MICHAEL), the Actors Fund of NY (ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY starring Douglas Sills and Marin Mazzie), and San Francisco Opera (THE MERRY WIDOW starring Fredrica Von Stade). He also starred as Henry Higgins in Studio Tenn’s 2013 production of MY FAIR LADY. In the fall of 2009 Logan became the founding Artistic Director of Studio Tenn. He directed and designed nine critically acclaimed seasons with Studio Tenn. This past year he launched Matt Logan Productions where he produces first class concerts and the highest quality stage productions including this last summer’s sold out play The Hiding Place for Rabbit Room.
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Puckett’s New Year’s Eve Countdown Concert
2022-12-31 22:00 - 23:59 | Puckett’s Restaurant Franklin, 120 4th Ave. S., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with Pucketts! In addition to being open on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, Puckett’s Franklin will be hosting a special Countdown Concert. Kicking off at 10 p.m., Ricky Ray will take the stage to perform some of his favorite hits until the midnight countdown begins. A $35 cover charge includes the show, party favors, and a champagne toast at midnight. Their full food and bar menu will be available for purchase.
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Act Too: School House Rock Jr.
2023-01-13 17:00 - 2023-01-14 13:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Act Too: School House Rock Jr. – The Franklin Theater
Based on the 1970s cartoon, this faced-paced musical teaches lessons with clever, catchy tunes. A pop culture phenomenon comes to the musical stage in Schoolhouse Rock Live! The Emmy Award-winning 1970s Saturday morning cartoon series that taught history, grammar, math and more through clever, tuneful songs is not only making a small-screen comeback, it’s lighting up stages everywhere – from school multi-purpose rooms to university and regional theatres all around the country.
Schoolhouse Rock Live! follows a nerve-wracked school teacher who is nervous about her first day of teaching. She tries to relax by watching TV, when various characters representing facets of his personality emerge from the set and show him how to win his students over with imagination and music, through such songs as “Just a Bill,” “Nouns” and “Conjunction Junction.”
January 13 – 5 PM and 7:30 PM
January 14 – 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Performed by the talented youth of Act Too Players.
Rated G

Act Too: Shrek, Jr.
2023-01-14 16:00 - 2023-01-15 14:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Act Too: Shrek, Jr. – The Franklin Theatre
Everyone’s favorite ogre is back in this hilarious stage spectacle, based on the Oscar-winning smash hit film and outrageous Broadway musical.
Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR., based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. It’s a “big bright beautiful world” as everyone’s favorite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, Shrek JR. is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family.
Performed by the talented youth of Act Too Players.
Once upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek. One day, Shrek finds his swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast off by Lord Farquaad, a tiny terror with big ambitions. When Shrek sets off with a wisecracking donkey to confront Farquaad, he’s handed a task – if he rescues feisty princess Fiona, his swamp will be righted. Shrek tries to win Fiona’s love and vanquish Lord Farquaad, but a fairytale wouldn’t be complete without a few twists and turns along the way.
January 14 – 4:00 PM and 7:00 Pm
January 15 – 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
This show is performed by the talented youth of Act Too Players.
Rated: G
