FT Live: We Banjo 3
2021-10-17 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Debuting in the U.S. in 2012, We Banjo 3 has since emerged as fast-rising touring darlings in the country that two of the members now call home. The Galway, Ireland, and Nashville-based quartet––comprised of two sets of brothers, Enda & Fergal Scahill and Martin & David Howley––continually push musical boundaries while maintaining an unwavering devotion to the essential audience experience. WB3 seamlessly converge the shared and varied traditions of Americana, Bluegrass, and Celtic music with popsensible songcraft to create a truly unique and gratifying signature sound. Brilliantly commanded instruments––banjo, fiddle, mandolin, guitar, and percussion––effortlessly elevate lead singer David Howley’s propulsive voice. Live on stage, their songs carry the listener along until, at the perfect moment, the band crescendos into catchy choruses with pitch perfect harmonies. We Banjo 3 deliver their music with such palpable rapport, stunning precision, and infectious energy, it’s impossible to pigeonhole what kind of listener might suddenly consider themselves a WB3 fan. With recent stunning performances at such broad ranging festivals Merlefest, BottleRock, Summercamp, ROMP, Wintergrass and others, enthusiasts of almost every genre of music are taking notice.
Actor/comedian and musician Steve Martin says of the band, “We Banjo 3…are making waves…here in America. They are playing the banjo in a style that I didn’t even know could be played like that.” Northwest Cultural Blog said, “There are few adjectives left to describe the authenticity and the electrifying experience you get when you first see/hear We Banjo 3 live on stage…It’s the incorporation of each and every one of its members, their individual charisma, their energy, their passion and their very soul, that makes them one of the greatest live musical acts the world has to offer today.”
We Banjo 3 released their 6th CD, Roots To Rise Live, in July of 2019 in conjunction of the band’s summer and fall 2019 U.S. tours. Recorded at The Ark in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the CD features a mix of original material, traditional compositions, select cover songs, and two previously unreleased tunes. The CD debuted at the beginning of August at # 1 on Billboard’s Bluegrass Albums Chart spending 4 weeks in the peak position. The band’s 2018 studio recording, Haven, spent 3 weeks at # 1 on that chart, marking the first time an Irish band held the # 1 position on this chart. When Haven re-entered the chart at # 5 in August 2019, joining Roots To Rise Live at the #1 position, WB3 made history again as the only Irish band to hold two top-5 chart positions simultaneously. Of Roots To Rise Live, Songlines Magazine reviewed “…this album by Celtgrass pioneers We Banjo 3 scorches its way through a rollercoaster set colliding their native Galway heritage with liberal helpings of blistering bluegrass and a telling nod to pop music.”
We Banjo 3 is committed to giving back to the community, and raising awareness around the issue of mental health is a cause that is dear to their hearts. Toward this effort, We Banjo 3 donate $2.00 for every t-shirt and CD sold on their U.S. tours to organizations that work to provide mental health resources. In 2019, WB3 raised $7500.00 for Mental Health America, the nation’s leading community-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and to promoting the mental health of all Americans. For 2020, We Banjo 3 is pleased to partner with start-up not-for-profit Backline. Backline works to support the mental health of music industry professionals and their families by providing streamlined access to mental health and wellness services and educational resources specific to the work and lifestyle of the music industry community. For more information on Backline, visit www.backline.care.
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Juke of June
2021-10-21 19:00 - 22:30 | Mockingbird Theater, 230 Franklin Road, Building 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Juke of June
Juke of June w/Sewing Club/ Olivia Grasso/ & Zack Whisler

Thursday, October 21
7:00pm – 10:30pm CDT
The Mockingbird Theater
230 Franklin Rd Bldg 6, Franklin, TN 37064

The Mockingbird Theater is Franklin Tennessee’s best live music venue!
The Mockingbird Theater offers a full bar — serving beer, wine, spirits, and food — as well as special events and productions, with an emphasis on live music. The space hosts bands of all genres on a regular basis.
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Great Performances: Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center
2021-10-22 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
These performances are rescheduled to October 22- 2021. All previously purchased tickets will automatically transfer to the new date.
Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center
performing Franz Schubert
About
The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (CMS) is one of eleven constituents of the largest performing arts complex in the world, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. Through its many performance, education, recording, and broadcast activities, CMS brings the experience of great chamber music to more people than any other organization of its kind. Under the artistic leadership of David Finckel and Wu Han, it presents a wide variety of concert series and educational events for listeners of all ages, appealing to both connoisseurs and newcomers. The performing artists constitute a revolving multi-generational and international roster of the world’s finest chamber musicians, enabling CMS to present chamber music of every instrumentation, style, and historical period.
This performance features Franz Schubert’s celebrated Octet for winds and strings, and includes:

Purcell (arr. Britten): Chacony for Strings
Howard Ferguson: Octet, Op. 4
Schubert: Octet in F major for Winds & Strings, D.803

“Was there ever a finer tunesmith than Franz Schubert? Tunes fairly tumble over one another; when the music isn’t songlike, it dances — sometimes both at once. The ensemble of clarinet, bassoon, horn and string quintet supplies almost symphonic richness, but also marvelous varieties and combinations of timbres.” –Dallas Morning News
A part of the Great Performances series sponsored by Jackson.
Sponsored by Jackson National Life
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The Academy of St Martin In The Fields Chamber Ensemble
2021-10-22 20:00 - 2021-10-23 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Great Performances: The Academy of St Martin In The Fields Chamber Ensemble
October 22 – 8 PM
October 23 – 2 PM and 8 PM
These performances are rescheduled to October 22-23, 2021. All previously purchased tickets will automatically transfer to the new date.

We thank you for your continued support and patronage of the Franklin Theatre and remain committed to bringing you the best entertainment experience, while also seeing to the health and safety of our staff, volunteers, artists, and visitors during the coronavirus pandemic.
Part of the Great Performances Series

The Academy Chamber Ensemble was formed in 1967, drawing its membership from the world-renowned chamber orchestra the Academy of St Martin in the Fields, which was itself founded by Sir Neville Marriner in 1958 and is currently led by Music Director Joshua Bell. The purpose behind the formation of the Chamber Ensemble was to perform the larger scale chamber music repertoire with players who customarily worked together, instead of the usual string quartet with additional guests. Drawn from the principal players of the orchestra and play-directed by Academy Director / Leader Tomo Keller, the Chamber Ensemble now performs in multiple configurations from wind trios to string octets. Its touring commitments are extensive and include regular tours of Europe and North America, whilst recording contracts with Philips Classics, Hyperion, and Chandos have led to the release of over thirty CDs.
The Academy Chamber Ensemble’s October 2018 tour of the United States and Canada is supported by Maria Cardamone and Paul Matthews, together with the American Friends of the Academy of St Martin in the Fields. The American Friends was founded in 1998 to support the work of the Academy around the world, particularly in the USA. Find out more at www.asmf.org.
Sponsored by Jackson National Life
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FRANKLIN RIVER FEST
2021-10-24 15:00 - 19:00 | Franklin River Fest, 1215 Hillsboro Road, Franklin, TN, 37069, United States
FRANKLIN RIVER FEST is a free event for our city – all ages, all are welcome – come spend the afternoon enjoying live music, delicious food, inflatables, river activities, and more.

KIDS ZONE
From itty bitties to teens! We’ll have inflatables, games, and a special play area for kids ages three and under, plus our basketball court and gaga ball pit will be open all day.
DELICIOUS FOOD

We’ll have fresh roasted corn, BBQ, and grilled chicken for adults, with free hot dog meals for kids! Bring a little dough for the local favorite drink and dessert trucks too.
RIVER EVENTS

Let’s FLOAT. Make plans to join one of the groups floats, and float the river along the property with Paddle Dog Adventures!

FIELD MAZES

Our resident master of mazeology is back again this year with his enormous field mazes throughout the back field!

ENO VILLAGE

Bring your enos, hammocks, and swinging chairs – or grab a spot in one of ours – open all afternoon for relaxing on the main lawn.
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The Great Gras Grub
2021-10-24 17:00 - 21:00 | Battle Mountain Farm, 6915 Arno-Allisona Road, College Grove, TN, 37064, United States
My Friend’s House is excited to announce a new family-friendly event that will serve as the kick-off of our Mardi Gras Ball season.
On Sunday, October 24th, we are hosting the Great Gras Grub at Battle Mountain Farm in College Grove from 5 to 9 p.m. We will be serving a delicious all-you-can-eat Shrimp Boil complete with beer, wine, drinks, and dessert, set to the sounds of lively Cajun music.
All proceeds benefit My Friend’s House. Tickets are limited and start at $35 a piece, so purchase them now at https://myfriendshousetn.org/the-great-gras-grub.
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FT Live: An Evening with Rodney Crowell
2021-10-27 20:00 - 2021-10-28 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
With more than 40 years of American roots music under his belt, Texas native RODNEY CROWELL is a two-time Grammy Award winner with five Number One hits of his own, six Americana Music Association Awards including their Lifetime Achievement For Songwriter Award and a legacy of songwriting excellence which has made him an icon among giants.
With strong roots in country music, Crowell has written chart-topping hits for the likes of Emmylou Harris, Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Keith Urban and more. But owing to the distinctly universal, literary quality of his writing, has also penned beloved songs for artists as diverse as Bob Seger, Etta James, the Grateful Dead, John Denver, Jimmy Buffett and countless others.A member of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, Crowell is also the author of the acclaimed memoir, Chinaberry Sidewalks, and teamed up with New York Times best-selling author Mary Karr for Kin: Songs by Mary Karr & Rodney Crowell in 2012, with Karr saying of her collaborator, “Like Hank Williams or Townes Van Zandt or Miss Lucinda, he writes and croons with a poet’s economy and a well digger’s deep heart.” Crowell was honored with ASCAP’s prestigious Founder’s Award in 2017, and that same year released the album?Close Ties, which spawned another Grammy nomination for “It Ain’t Over Yet” with Rosanne Cash and John Paul White in the category of Best Americana Song. In 2018, Rodney opened his own record label, RC1 Records. He has released Acoustic Classics, TEXAS and his upcoming project, Triage, will be out July 23, 2021.
Sponsored by Jackson National Life
Presented by Franklin Theatre Live
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Randall King in Concert
2021-10-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Nashville Palace, 2611 McGavock Pk., Nashville, TN, 37214, United States
Randall King is “Tuggin’ On Our Heartstrings” at the Nashville Palace Oct. 29th! Open dance floor for good honky tonk fun!

Mike Borgia
2021-10-30 17:30 | The Legendary Kimbro’s Pickin’ Parlor, 214 S. Margin Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Veteran songwriter Mike Borgia returns with guest players to Kimbros in downtown Franklin for a full band experience.
Genre: Folk, Americana, blues, rock.
18+ Tickets $10- Limited seating (First come first serve)
Doors 5:30PM
Showtime: 6PM to 8PM
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The EXOTICS at Kings Dining & Entertainment
2021-11-05 20:00 - 22:00 | Kings Dining & Entertainment – Franklin, 1910 Galleria Boulevard, Franklin, TN, 37067, United States
The EXOTICS Band at the Whiskey Room Live in FRANKLIN

The EXOTICS in the Whiskey Room Live at KINGS
Friday, November 5 at 8:00PM
TICKETS : $20 online (plus fees) with credit/debit cards or $20 (CASH ONLY) at the door.
DOORS OPEN at 7:00 – Arrive early to get a good seat!
Mention The Exotics to many Franklin, Nashville and Middle Tennessee natives who were coming of age in the ’60s and early ’70s and they immediately recall good times at high school dances, outdoor driveway “combos” at a friend’s house, summer pool parties at Willow Plunge and college fraternity and sorority events.
The original Exotics were four friends from Franklin and Columbia Tennessee, three of whom attended Battle Ground Academy. When paired with the Spidells, four Nashville soul singers who performed sets backed by the Exotics, it became a not-to-miss happening. The Exotics were known throughout the Southeast and, in addition to dances, performed shows in Neyland Stadium, Vanderbilt Stadium and even the old Sugar Bowl Stadium in New Orleans.
Three of the four original Exotics have continued the tradition following the death of guitarist Billy Adair who, along with his best friend, Glenn Crowell started the band over 55 years ago. The fun and joy of the music from this era is hard to ignore so the band continues its legacy with band members Loy Hardcastle (drums and vocals), Jeff Cook (keys, sax and vocals), Glenn Crowell (bass and lead vocals), and Marty Crum (guitar and vocals), along with Steve Smartt and Jim Williamson, who joined the Exotics horn section in the late ’60s. They have remained “best of friends” for all these years and continue to play club dates, wedding receptions, school reunions, birthday parties, anniversaries, and street festivals.

Family Day
2021-11-06 10:00 - 14:00 | The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, 239 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Family Day is a Fun Family Event in Franklin
Franklin Parks’ Family Day offers many opportunities for families to have a great time on this historical farm. The festival features activities like miniature train rides, hay rides, pony rides, and a petting zoo. Festival attendees can also enjoy cane pole fishing in the pond. Don’t miss the Touch-a-Tractor area sponsored by Tri Green Equipment, which will consist of small excavators the kids can operate and large tractors the kids can sit on. All rides and activities are free to attendees.
Many horse related events will happen in the Tractor Supply Arena this year, sponsored by Friends of Franklin Parks.
Food will be offered for purchase by local food vendors. Visitors can also listen to some great music on our entertainment stage.
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Whiskey Warmer Franklin
2021-11-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Westhaven Residents Club, 401 Cheltenham Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Join us in beautiful Westhaven as we bundle up with good people and great whiskey to welcome in the cooler weather. We’re bringing together 40 of our favorite labels of whiskey, bourbon and scotch, local food trucks, a cigar lounge and local bluegrass music to create a whiskey wonderland benefiting the The Westhaven Foundation.
A portion of your ticket purchase benefits the Westhaven Foundation, which provides grants, scholarships, and acts as a catalyst for raising much needed funds for charities and organizations serving Franklin and the surrounding communities.
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20th Anniversary Wine Down Main Street
2021-11-06 19:00 - 22:00 | Historic Downtown Franklin, Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Wine Down Main Street voted best fundraising event in Williamson County, 10+ consecutive years!
Saturday, November 6, 2021, at the Historic Square in Downtown Franklin and along Main Street
Voted Best Charity Fundraiser by The Sizzle Awards and Voted Best Charity Event in the Williamson’s Best Awards
Mark your calendars, call your friends and book the babysitter, the 20th Anniversary Wine Down Main Street is set for Saturday, November 6th. The “Best Night Out All Year” will take place from 7:00 to 10 PM. VIP guests will be treated to a private food and wine-tasting experience from 7 to 10 PM in the Historic Franklin Theatre. Lipman Brothers, Nashville’s oldest and largest distributor of wine and spirits is the official wine sponsor. This unique wine tasting event takes place along historic Main Street in Franklin, Tennessee. Just 20 miles south of Nashville, more than 30 shops will play host to wines from around the world. Participants taste wines, shop, and sample food from area restaurants all while listening to great live music. Proceeds from sponsorships and ticket sales for this event will benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee.
For over 118 years, BGCMT has been in the forefront of youth development, working with young people from disadvantaged economic, social, and family circumstances. We have actively sought to enrich the lives of girls and boys, ages 5-18 years old, which other youth agencies have difficulty reaching. We are dedicated to ensuring our community’s disadvantaged children and teens have greater access to quality programs and services that will enhance their lives and shape their futures.

FT Live: Weirdo Workshop Presents: Louis York & The Shindellas - TOGETHER AGAIN!
2021-11-12 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Franklin’s very own, the spectacular Louis York and The Shindellas are bringing the thrills once again this November! This time with new originals to add to the heartwarming and foot stomping extravaganza. Since you’ve last seen them, Louis York has debuted and performed on multiple occasions at Grand Ole Opry and both acts are now Telly award winners! Louis York for their Grand Ole Opry debut and The Shindellas for their involvement in the exciting Franklin Christmas tree lighting program – while also opening this year’s 2021 Country Music Awards alongside Lady A, how about that! With the world up in turmoil with so much confusion and heartbreak, Louis York and The Shindellas can’t wait to be reunited with their hometown Franklin family, TOGETHER AGAIN!
Sponsored by Jackson National Life
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Shaun Cassidy, An Intimate Evening of Music and Storytelling, A Benefit for Studio Tenn
2021-11-13 19:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Shaun Cassidy is an American writer, producer, actor and singer. After making his name as a performer, Cassidy went on to create, write, and/or produce a number of critically acclaimed television series including AMERICAN GOTHIC (produced with Sam Raimi), ROAR (starring a then unknown Heath Ledger), COLD CASE, COVER ME, THE AGENCY, BLUE BLOODS, INVASION, and EMERALD CITY. Cassidy currently serves as executive producer and writer for the hit NBC series NEW AMSTERDAM.
The son of Tony award winning actor Jack Cassidy and Academy award winner Shirley Jones (and half-brother of the late singer/actor David Cassidy), Shaun grew up in Los Angeles and New York City. While still in high school, he signed a contract with Warner Brothers records. This led to three multi-platinum albums and numerous top ten hits including “Da Doo Ron Ron”, “That’s Rock n’ Roll”, “Hey Deanie”, and “Do You Believe In Magic?” Cassidy received a Grammy nomination for his efforts and performed at every major arena in the country including Houston’s Astrodome and New York’s Madison Square Garden. Almost concurrently, he starred in the ABC television series THE HARDY BOYS MYSTERIES. While appearing on Broadway in the hit musical BLOOD BROTHERS, Shaun wrote his first television pilot, AMERICAN GOTHIC. When the show debuted, The New York Times called it “The most original new show of the season.”
In 2019, Cassidy took his self-penned music and storytelling show, THE MAGIC OF A MIDNIGHT SKY, to the stage. He played to SRO crowds nationwide, and last year, in collaboration with No Kid Hungry, he successfully introduced a collection of fine wines, MY FIRST CRUSH, which donates two dollars per bottle to feed hungry children nationwide.
Currently working under an exclusive long term development deal with NBC/Universal television, Shaun makes his home in the wine country of Santa Barbara with his wife, Tracey, their four children, and more animals than he can count.
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Franklin Theatre Live: Edwin McCain
2021-11-14 18:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Called the “great American romantic” by the New York Times, Edwin McCain has built an enviable career over the past 20 years by balancing his massive pop success with the year-round touring schedule of a tireless troubadour. His hit songs, authentic spirit and surprisingly affable sense of humor keep fans coming back time and time again for nights that feel more like parties with old friends than rock concerts. After recording two of the biggest love songs in the history of pop music and experiencing the success that comes with a television show on Animal Planet (Flipping Ships), McCain now performs upwards of 100 shows annually throughout the US as a solo artist, with his full band or his acoustic trio. Recently, he’s added orchestras to his repertoire, performing with symphonies in select markets where he brings his powerful songs to majestic new heights.
“The 15-year-old me would have crawled through a river of fire to be the 48-year-old singer/songwriter that I am today, and I remember that. I am incredibly grateful to be able to do this” McCain said.
Those enduring love songs (and wedding must-haves) “I’ll Be” and “I Could Not Ask For More” aren’t just for the romantic at heart; “American Idol” and “The Voice” contestants turn to Edwin’s ballads every single year to help them win over judges and fans alike (just ask last season’s AI winner, Nick Fradiani). Even Justin Bieber has been known to belt out “I’ll Be” during his own concerts.
2018 marked the 20th year of the success of “I’ll Be,” which topped the Billboard charts in 1998 and has proven to be a timeless classic over the past two decades. Visit www.edwin.com.
A part of The Franklin Theatre Live Series sponsored by Jackson.
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Franklin Theatre Live: Jim Caruso's Cast Party with Billy Stritch
2021-11-16 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
It’s a cross between “The Voice” and “The Tonight Show!” Jim Caruso’s Cast Party is a wildly popular happening that has brought Broadway glitz and urbane wit to the legendary Birdland in New York City every Monday night since 2003. It is the ultimate spot to mix and mingle with show folk and the people who love them. Cast Party is a hilariously impromptu open mic/variety show where showbiz superstars and up-and-comers deliver jaw-dropping musical performances and razzle-dazzle.
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FT Live: Gary Puckett & The Union Gap
2021-11-18 20:00 - 2021-11-19 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
One of the most successful musical groups of the sixties, Gary Puckett and The Union Gap achieved worldwide prominence with six consecutive gold records and with more records selling in 1968 than any other recording act … including the Beatles. Signature hits include, “Young Girl,” “Woman Woman,” “Lady Willpower” and “Over You.” Their “Greatest Hits” album is one of CBS’s best-selling “Collector’s Series” albums today. Puckett, known for his powerful and unmistakable voice, is one of a few artists whose first five releases went Gold. Not even Elvis accomplished this.
Sponsored by Jackson National Life
Presented by Franklin Theatre Live
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Franklin Theatre Live: Lee Roy Parnell & The Hot Links 25th Anniversary Bash
2021-11-20 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
This 25th Anniversary Bash reunites Lee Roy Parnell & The Hot Links featuring Steve Mackey, James Pennebaker, Kevin McKendree & Lynn Williams.
No Depression may have said it best when they called Lee Roy Parnell “a fine writer blessed with a rich, soulful vocal delivery and a blistering array of guitar chops drawn almost equally from Texas blues, Memphis soul, and Southern rock traditions.” After honing his skills over more than a decade of playing clubs in Austin, Houston, Dallas/Fort Worth, and New York, the triple-threat Americana/Blues-Rock artist known for his guitar prowess (particularly slide guitar), smooth soul-drenched voice, and top-shelf songwriting skills laid a new foundation in Nashville. After earning a regular spot at the famed Bluebird Café and a publishing contract, Parnell launched his solo career on Arista Records, which produced many country hits including “A Little Bit Of You” (#1 hit); “What Kind of Fools Do You Think I Am” & “Tender Moment” (#2 hits), and four other Top 10 hits: “Love Without Mercy,” “On The Road,” “I’m Holding My Own,” and “Heart’s Desire.” His Top 15 hits include “When A Woman Loves A Man” (with Trisha Yearwood) and “Giving Water To A Drowning Man.” Parnell has earned two GRAMMY® Award nominations for his instrumental tracks, “Cat Walk” (with Flaco Jiménez) and “Mama, Screw Your Wig On Tight” and was nominated for the CMA Vocal Event of the Year on “John the Revelator” (with The Fairfield Four).
He has received widespread acclaim as a guitar slinger. Gibson has honored Parnell with the creation and production of the Lee Roy Parnell Signature ’57 Les Paul Goldtop guitar, modeled after the only guitar Parnell owned from the time he was 15 years old until he was well into his 30’s. In 2019, Gibson and Parnell collaborated once again on the Lee Roy Parnell Signature 1959 Les Paul Standard. During his storied career, Parnell has toured/collaborated with many music legends including The Allman Brothers Band, Merle Haggard, Delbert McClinton, and Bonnie Raitt. In 2011, Parnell was presented with his most cherished honor: being inducted into the Texas Heritage Songwriters’ Hall of Fame, joining the likes of such talented composers as Kris Kristofferson, Rodney Crowell, JD Souther, Willie Nelson, Guy Clark, and many other legendary singer/songwriters. In 2017, Parnell released his first new album in over a decade — the highly-anticipated and critically-acclaimed Midnight Believer — on Vector Recordings/BFD. Parnell produced the album and co-wrote all 10 songs with award-winning songwriter Greg Barnhill, including the poignant, yet hopeful “Sunny Days,” which features a special guest appearance by The Fairfield Four. Midnight Believer made All Music’s “Best of 2017 Favorite Blues Albums” list. In addition to solo tour dates and frequent appearances at the Grand Ole Opry, Parnell has recently toured with Guitar Army alongside fellow world-class guitarists John Jorgenson and Joe Robinson. Parnell is currently working on new music for a future release.

Franklin Theatre Live: Gary Morris
2021-11-23 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Live Performance:
Music

Gary Morris is known world-wide for his vocal mastery, able to hold audiences mesmerized and overwhelmed by the pure beauty and inspiration of his voice. His recording career garnered five #1 and 16 Top 10 singles, including “Why Lady Why,” “The Love She Found in Me” and “Baby Bye Bye.” Morris’ original rendition of the classic “Wind Beneath My Wings” won both the Country Music Association and Academy of Country Music “Song of the Year” awards. Morris was also named Billboard’s “Male Artist of the Year” early in his career. At the height of his Nashville recording career, the Texas-bred tenor was tapped to play the lead role of Jean Valjean in Broadway’s epic hit “Les Misérables,” to critical acclaim. This role led to a Drama Desk Award nomination. His famous rendition of “Bring Him Home” on the platinum-selling, Grammy Award-winning international cast album resulted in a Command Performance by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Additional Broadway roles include Rodolfo in the production of Puccini’s opera “La Bohéme” opposite of Linda Ronstadt.
Morris’ love of the great outdoors, combined with his respect and compassion for veterans, has resulted in his affiliation with Fly Fishers International and its Abilene Fly Fishers club. Gary’s passion for wounded veterans also motivated him to make his Mountain Spirit Ranch a place where veterans suffering from PTSD can experience the therapeutic properties of the serene sport of fly fishing to treat PTSD and other combat-related conditions. Morris has hunted on all seven continents. He also hosted a TV show on The Nashville Network called North American Sportsman, which ran for five seasons and featured many celebrity guests including Bryant Gumbel and Troy Aikman.
Whether he is melting hearts with this voice and music, amazing New York City critics with his acting, using his outdoor experience to teach others respect for the environment, or using his gifts to help our wounded service men and women through a difficult time in their lives, there is no doubt Gary Morris is impacting the world with his gifts and passion.
This performance will feature Gary’s hits, new songs, and some holiday classics as well.
Visit garymorris.com for more.
Sponsored by Jackson National Life
Presented by Franklin Theatre Live
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Christmas in America 2000
2021-11-28 15:00 - 18:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Will Y2K shut down every computer in America? Will the dot-com companies take over Wall Street? And then there was the Music City Miracle. The year is 2000 and we go looking for the manger on this live radio episode of Christmas in America on The Public Square®.
Featuring the top music of 2000 performed by Nashville’s best as well as beautiful Christmas classics this year’s episode will be an exciting addition to the annual radio/variety show tradition. Christmas in America 2000 will be recorded and filmed before a live studio audience at the historic Franklin Theatre in downtown Franklin, Tennessee.
A beautiful memory awaits you and your loved ones at this year’s celebration of Christmas in America 2000 on The Public Square®.
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Franklin Theatre Live: Dailey and Vincent: The Spirit of Christmas
2021-11-30 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
For the last 4 years, Dailey & Vincent have brought their multi-award winning American Music (bluegrass, traditional country and gospel music) to a national television audience on their top-rated, national, weekly television show, The Dailey & Vincent Show on RFD TV. Grand Ole Opry Members, Five-time GRAMMY® award winners individually, three-time GRAMMY® award nominees collectively, four-time DOVE Award winners, and winners of 35 IBMA Awards altogether (including 3-time IBMA Entertainer of the Year Award winners and 3-Time Vocal Group of the Year Award winners), Dailey & Vincent’s reedy harmonies and world class musicianship has gained them well-deserved praise for their own distinctive style and worldwide recognition as American Music gold. Dailey & Vincent has garnered world-wide attention with their national, top-rated television series, “The Dailey & Vincent Show,” on RFD TV for 4 years running and over 1,000 airings of their PBS special “Dailey & Vincent ALIVE – In Concert.” Additionally, each of the last 6 CD releases have landed at the #1 spot on the Billboard charts including their first-ever Christmas album, “Dailey & Vincent: The Sounds of Christmas,” debuting at #1 on the Billboard Bluegrass chart and #8 on the Billboard Holiday Chart, landing right behind Michael Buble´ and Pentatonix as the only country, bluegrass and gospel act in the Top Ten.
A part of The Franklin Theatre Live series sponsored by Jackson.
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A Christmas Story
2021-12-02 19:30 - 2021-12-05 14:00 | Tennessee Performing Arts Center – TPAC, 505 Deaderick Street, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Light your leg lamps and grab your pink bunny pajamas because A Christmas Story makes its triumphant return to the Rep stage December 2 – December 19. The time: 1940. The place: Hohman, Indiana. A bespectacled boy named Ralphie has an active imagination and one wish for Christmas–a Red Ryder BB Gun. Constant reprimands of “You’ll shoot your eye out,” a grouchy department store Santa, and a triple-dog-dare to lick a freezing flagpole are just a few of the obstacles that stand between Ralphie and his Christmas dream. Named “Best Family Holiday Tradition” by the Nashville Scene, A Christmas Story excites the holiday spirit with sparkling wit, a heart of gold and some much-needed nostalgia.

December 2, 2021 7:30PM
December 3, 2021 7:30PM
December 4, 2021 2:00PM
December 4, 2021 7:30PM
December 5, 2021 2:00PM
December 8, 2021 7:30PM
December 9, 2021 7:30PM
December 10, 2021 7:30PM
December 11, 2021 2:00PM
December 11, 2021 7:30PM
December 12, 2021 2:00PM
December 15, 2021 7:30PM
December 16, 2021 7:30PM
December 17, 2021 7:30PM
December 18, 2021 2:00PM
December 18, 2021 7:30PM
December 19, 2021 2:00PM

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The Muppets Christmas Carol In Concert with the Nashville Symphony
2021-12-03 19:00 - 2021-12-05 14:00 | Schermerhorn Symphony Center, One Symphony Place, Nashville, TN, 37201, United States
Your Nashville Symphony presents Disney’s The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert featuring a screening of the complete film with the musical score performed live to the film.
The Muppets perform the classic Charles Dickens holiday tale, with Kermit the Frog playing Bob Cratchit, the put-upon clerk of stingy Ebenezer Scrooge (Michael Caine). Scrooge receives visits from spirits of three Christmases — past, present and future. They show him the error of his self-serving ways, but the miserable old man seems to be past any hope of redemption and happiness.
PERFORMERS: Nashville Symphony | Enrico Lopez-Yañez, conductor
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Celebration of Dance: Rhythmic Circus - Holiday Shuffle
2021-12-03 20:00 - 2021-12-04 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Part of the Celebration of Dance Series
December 3 – 8 PM
December 4 – 2 PM and 8 PM

Hailing from Minneapolis, MN, Rhythmic Circus is an internationally renowned, 12-member live music and tap dance ensemble. Experiencing one of their adrenaline-soaked dance performances feels like witnessing the rebirth of an art form, one that forged all kinds of stylistic hybrids, but is something else entirely.
Their name, Rhythmic Circus, might seem strange for a quartet of hoofers and a live band, but actually, their magnetic, high-energy shows are all about juggling a combination of dancing, humor and music – all wrapped within a bundle of positive messages. It seems to be a rare occurrence where family can enjoy an evening together, with children of all ages laughing and stomping their feet alongside each other. Rhythmic Circus provides that atmosphere and entertainment.
Notable national performances include the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., an extended off-Broadway run at New York City’s premier nonprofit performing arts theater – New Victory Theater, and an appearance on the American reality television series America’s Got Talent.
Feet Don’t Fail Me Now!
FEET DON’T FAIL ME NOW! premiered in August 2008 at the Ritz Theatre in Minneapolis, Minnesota, when the group’s dancers and founders joined forces with the seven Twin Cities’ heavyweight musicians. Together, they integrated an inventive style of rapid-fire tap with a variety of musical genres to create a show that presents a wildly creative view into the indomitable power of the human spirit. The show’s brilliance has been marked by rave reviews, sold-out engagements and numerous awards, including two SAGE Awards for Outstanding Ensemble and Performance, a Spirit of the Fringe Award (Edinburgh Festival Fringe’s top theatrical award), two Upper Midwest Emmy’s and being named “Best Dance Performance” by Minneapolis’ City Pages.
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‘Tis The Season for Kith & Kin
2021-12-04 17:00 - 21:00 | Leiper’s Creek Gallery, 4144 Old Hillsboro Rd, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
You are invited to come and celebrate the season with the Leiper’s Creek Gallery family! They will be celebrating their 20 year anniversary with live music, food and libations in Franklin, Tennessee! Their artists will be there to celebrate with new works. It will be a fun evening to mingle with the artists and shop for the holidays!
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FT Live: Jim Brickman: The Gift of Christmas
2021-12-05 14:00 - 21:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
December 5th – 2 PM, 4 PM, 7 PM and 9 PM
Music lovers will experience the sounds of award-winning hit-maker, pianist and recording artist Jim Brickman as he brings one of the most entertaining and romantic concert events of the year with Jim Brickman Pure Piano The Greatest Hits.
Jim Brickman, the multiple Grammy nominated songwriter and piano sensation is back this festive season with his annual holiday tour “The Gift of Christmas,” a magical evening celebrating music, love and family. Brickman will warm the of all as sounds of faith and love make spirits bright, bringing family and friends together for anything but a silent night. Join Brickman for this LIVE and joyous concert experience that blends yuletide memories and holiday favorites with his own hit songs such as, “The Gift,” “Sending You A Little Christmas,” “Angel Eyes,” and “If You Believe”.
Jim Brickman: The Gift of Christmas celebrates the gift of family, the gift of friends, the gift of peace, and the gift of love, wrapped up in sweet sounds of the season only he and his piano can provide.
Sponsored by Jackson National Life
Presented by Franklin Theatre Live
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CHRISTMAS IN BRENTWOOD
2021-12-05 16:00 - 19:00 | Brentwood Academy, 219 Granny White Pike, Brentwood, TN, 37027, United States
CHRISTMAS IN BRENTWOOD, A FREE COMMUNITY-WIDE EVENT
Brentwood Academy is pleased to announce Christmas in Brentwood, Sunday, December 5, from 4:00 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 as well as K-LOVE/AIR-1 Radio. Attendees are encouraged to bring new undergarments such as large t-shirts, underwear, and socks to donate to the Nashville Rescue Mission, click the link below for their Christmas Wish List. This is a wonderful opportunity to give to those less fortunate.
Christmas Wish List
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Franklin Theatre Live: Christmas with Patrick Thomas
2021-12-06 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Live Performance:
Music

A multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and powerful vocalist, Patrick Thomas has spent 20 years crafting a sound that can only be described as uniquely his own. From a musical family, Patrick grew up wowing audiences with his ability to instantly play a song on the piano after just one listen.
While attending Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Thomas was selected to perform on the inaugural season of NBC’s The Voice. Making it all the way to the live semi-finals, his Nashville career began to take off. He quickly signed a publishing and artist development deal with Grammy Award-winning songwriter, Brett James, penning over 200 songs in his first year. Exploring a variety of styles from musical theatre, (he composed a musical entitled The Battle of Franklin that would break box office records for the premiering theatre), to pop, R&B, and country, he eventually began work on a debut album with another Grammy Award winner, producer Mark Bright. In 2017 his self-titled debut EP was released. Meanwhile, Thomas was busy touring the country with Broadway vocalist Rachel Potter, co-starring in Country Legends, a concert-style musical revue of country music through the ages designed specifically for symphony orchestras. The show toured for over five years, appearing with orchestras from Alaska to Hawaii and everywhere in between.
Thomas, often recognized for his ability to adapt and improvise regardless of genre, returned to the national spotlight when Nashville hosted the 2019 NFL Draft. As each player was selected, he wrote and performed thirty-second “jingles”, live for CBS, each tailored to the specific athlete and team.
He is currently working on a new ‘Sinatra meets Singer/Songwriter’ project scheduled for release within the next year. He is also preparing to perform as Paul Simon in the US/Canada tour of “The Simon and Garfunkel Story.” For booking information and links to music and social media please visit www.PatrickThomasMusic.com

Toast and Jam
2021-12-09 19:00 - 23:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Toast and Jam – Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin
Toast and Jam is a “rootsy” Bend, OR based band featuring Ben Delery and Jeff Miller belting out dynamic vocal harmonies. Don’t be surprised if you also catch us with a piano, harmonica, ukulele, djembe, a banjo, or a full band.While we would characterize our style as acoustic folk rock, our extensive set list ranges anywhere from our own original music as well as the classics from the likes of The Eagles, Steve Miller Band to The Dave Matthews Band, James Taylor to Stevie Wonder, Jason Mraz and even some Chris Stapleton.

About the Mockingbird Theater
Over the years, Building 6 at the Factory has been home to the Boiler Room Theater and, more recently, The Little Brick Theater. Now, the Mockingbird Theater is a state-of-the-art music venue managed by Will Jordan, owner of The Legendary Kimbro’s.
Kimbro’s opened in 2005 as a pickin’ parlor by songwriter Ron Kimbro. In 2007, Will Jordan became a partner and changed it to a music venue. Jordan, a veteran photographer and writer, also owns neighboring Carpe Diem, Franklin’s first record shop.
In 2014 Kimbro retired, handing over the reins to Jordan. Kimbro’s won second place behind The Ryman Auditorium for “Best Live Music Venue” in one of The Tennessean‘s reader’s polls and second place behind The Bluebird for “Best Open Mic” in The Nashville Scene‘s reader’s poll.
The Mockingbird Theater offers a full bar — serving beer, wine, spirits, and food — as well as special events and productions, with an emphasis on live music. The space hosts bands of all genres on a regular basis.
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