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MOZART’S PIANO MASTERPICE with Emanuel Ax & the Nashville Symphony
April 3 & 4 Amazing pianist Ax performs Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 14 and Strauss’ Burleske. Plus works by Haydn and Debussy.
FAMILY CONCERT
A TRIBUTE TO BILLIE HOLIDAY WITH CASSANDRA WILSON
BERNADETTE PETERS
Timeless Billie Holiday classics including “All of Me,” “The Way You Look Tonight,” “Strange Fruit” and more.
The star of stage and screen sings Rodgers and Hammerstein, Sondheim and other Broadway hits.
MICHAEL DAUGHERTY WORLD PREMIERE
GUERRERO CONDUCTS BEETHOVEN
April 11 at 11 am
April 17 & 18
Dancers and musicians bring classics from Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake and Nutcracker vividly to life.
April 9 to 11
April 8
THE MAGICAL WORLD OF TCHAIKOVSKY
with the Nashville Symphony
with the Nashville Symphony
KENNY G
with the Nashville Symphony
May 7 to 9
with the Nashville Symphony Featuring Beethoven’s landmark Symphony No. 1, plus new American classics by Michael Daugherty.
An evening of smooth jazz as only this wonderful saxophonist can deliver — with your Nashville Symphony.
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615.687.6400 | NashvilleSymphony.org
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events THIS MONTH’S FEATURES: Daily – Ryman Auditorium Tours
Daily – Grand Ole Opry House Backstage Pass Tours
116 Fifth Avenue North, downtown. This National Historic Landmark is most famous as the home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943 –1974. The guided backstage tour takes you through dressing rooms dedicated to the stars of the Ryman’s rich musical past including Minnie Pearl and Hank Williams. Be sure to visit the Hatch Show Gallery and the Gift Shop. Self-guided tours are $15 for adults, and $10 for children ages 4 –11. Backstage tours are $20 and $15. To buy tour tickets, go to ryman.com or call (615) 889-3060.
Guided tours of the Grand Ole Opry House offer visitors an up-close look at the celebrated 4,400seat venue and country’s most famous show, including themed dressing rooms, the artists’ entrance, the Opry stage, and more. Daytime tours are available seven days a week February–October featuring Blake Shelton as your video tour guide. Tours are also available following most Opry performances with video tour guide Darius Rucker. For a once-in-a-lifetime experience, try our Behind the Curtain VIP tour. For more information, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY.
Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturdays – Grand Ole Opry
Mondays and Thursdays – A Tribute to the KING: 1953-1977
2804 Opryland Drive. Grand Ole Opry shows are performed every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday in April. Since 1925, country’s best have mesmerized audiences at the Opry, the show that made country music famous. While performances from both legendary entertainers and the latest country music acts are the norm, when you go to the Opry, you’ll also enjoy bluegrass bands, comedy, and more. Artists scheduled to appear this month include Lauren Alaina (pictured), Jerrod Niemann, David Nail, John Conlee, Kristian Bush, Charlie Daniels Band, Florida Georgia Line, Frankie Ballard, Craig Wayne Boyd, Jana Kramer, and more! For Opry tickets and information visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY.
Thursdays – Opry Country Classics Emanating from the Ryman Auditorium during the spring and fall season, Opry Country Classics is hosted by Opry member Larry Gatlin and features performances of the country music the world knows best performed by legends of the genre as well as the rising stars the legends have influenced. The spring run begins now through May 28. Among the Spotlight Artists appearing this month are The Time Jumpers, Mel Tillis, and Craig Morgan. For tickets and information, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY.
Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley Drive. On Mondays and Thursdays this high-energy, live musical biography starring John Beardsley features all six eras of the King’s career, including over 30 songs and five costume changes, and has thrilled audiences of all ages from New York to Russia. The legend lives on in Nashville’s first and only continuously running show paying tribute to the King in Music City, where he recorded over 300 songs. “A great show, very authentic! I look forward to seeing it again,” raved DJ Fontana, Elvis’s longtime drummer. Audiences continue to give standing ovations at every show. A must-see show while in Nashville. To order tickets, which is recommended, call (615) 758-0098. Seating at 6:30 pm. Showtime is 7 pm. Box office opens at 10 am, day of show. Plenty of free parking! thenashvilleking.com
Through April 26 – Cheekwood in Bloom Cheekwood Museum of Art, 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Waves of spring color emerge across the grounds and gardens, starting with hyacinths, daffodils, and magnolias that soon give way to iris and dogwoods. This year’s spring blooms will deliver a massive dose of one of spring’s classics – over 100,000 tulips. Enjoy live jazz in the garden on Saturdays and the Drawing Room Concert Series featuring Vanderbilt’s Blair School of Music on Sunday afternoons. cheekwood.org 3
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April 3 – Howlin’ After Dark Howlin’ Books, 1702 8th Avenue South. The Howlin’ After Dark’s reading and new emerging writers series this month features Leesa Cross-Smith, Flannery O’Connor Award finalist, reading from her collection, Every Kiss is War (2014), followed by Tom Kimmel, Kenneth Robinson and Bob Bradley taking turns offering poems around the theme of “Searching the Shadows for New Light.” Free admission, 7 pm. howlinbooks.com
April 3, 25 – Nashville Venom Home Games Municipal Auditorium, 417 Fourth Avenue North. Nashville’s professional indoor football league vs. Lehigh Valley on April 3, and Richmond on April 25. Games start at 7 pm. nashvillevenom.com
April 4 – Fairgrounds Speedway Fairgrounds Speedway, 625 Smith Avenue. Come out and join us! Admission: $10; $8 seniors, kids 12 and under; $5 military. The pit ticket gate opens at 9:30 am, first practice at 12 noon, the grandstand officially opens at 3 pm, the green flag racing slated for 4 pm. fairgroundsspeedwaynashville.com
April 4 – Annual Easter Eggstravaganza at The Hermitage 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Home of President Andrew Jackson. The Hermitage embraces spring with their annual Easter Egg Hunt. Rain date is April 11. Additional games, activities, and light snacks will be included, and the Easter Bunny will be in attendance! There will be three sessions: 10 am, 12 noon, and 2 pm, for children up to age 10. Tickets are required for all participating children and adults: $10/child and $5/adult. All children must be accompanied by an adult. thehermitage.com
April 4 – Eggstravaganzoo Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Road. Meet the Easter Bunny from 9 am– 4 pm at one of Nashville’s most popular Easter events. Kids will enjoy getting special treats and even a few to give to the animals too. The annual Easter Egg Hunt will take place throughout the day, and eggs can be turned in for a variety of special prizes. nashvillezoo.org
April 4 – Spring Art Hop Cheekwood Museum of Art, 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Egg hunts, crafts, performances, music, and more at this special event packed full of activities and excitement for families and kids of all ages.
events We’ll be hiding over 30,000 eggs, including golden eggs with prizes, so don’t forget to bring your basket! 10 am– 4 pm, cheekwood.org
April 4, 9 – Nashville Predators Home Games Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. Enjoy NHL hockey in Smashville! All games start at 7 pm unless otherwise noted. This month, the Predators play against the Dallas Stars on April 4 and Minnesota Wild on April 9. For single game tickets, call Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000, or go to ticketmaster.com. Purchase tickets at the Bridgestone Arena box office, open 10 am–5 pm, Monday– Saturday. predators.nhl.com
April 4, 11, 18, 25 – Songwriter Sessions Ford Theater, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Avenue South. Songwriters perform in an intimate setting and invite questions from the audience every Saturday at 11:30 am. Included with museum admission, and free to museum members. Program passes will be given out beginning two hours prior to the program on a first-come, first-served basis. countrymusichalloffame.org
April 7-11 – Nashville Fashion Week Various locations. A city-wide celebration of Nashville’s thriving fashion and its vast array of creatives – featuring local, regional and national design talent in fashion events and shows. The week will kick off on April 7 with the Nashville Designer Showcase at Acme Feed & Seed downtown, and end with the Annual Fashion Forward Gala. Buy an all access pass or individual event tickets. nashvillefashionweek.com
April 11 – Mid-Tenn Perennial Plant Sale April 18 – Herb & Plant Sale Tennessee State Fairgrounds Sports Arena, 625 Smith Avenue. 9 am–2 pm. Free admission, parking $5. Experts will be on hand at both events, starting at 9 am. Come early for best selection. Perennial Plant Sale: ppsmt.org; Herb & Plant Sale: herbsocietynashville.org
April 11 – Second Saturday Laser Shows at Sudekem Planetarium Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Boulevard. After-hours showings of stunning planetarium and special laser music shows, 5
events with millions of stars and digital visual effects. See a single show or make it a full evening and buy tickets for all three shows! Join us for a variety of Michael Jackson’s musical masterpieces at 8:30 pm; “Electropop,” featuring the music of Katy Perry, Pharrell Williams, Lorde, Demi Lovato, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, and Lil Jon & DJ Snake at 9:30 pm; “80’s Classics: She Blinded Me with Science,” with music from Duran Duran, Eurythmics, Tears for Fears, Thomas Dolby, INXS, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, and more, at 10:30 pm. Tickets available at the door, at the admission desk on the day of the event or online at sudekumplanetarium.com.
April 11 – Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival and Walk Public Square Park, Deaderick Street. This familyfriendly celebration of spring and Japanese culture begins with the 2.5-mile Cherry Blossom Walk, led by Nashville Mayor Karl Dean and the Consul General of Japan in Nashville. Highlights include live Japanese music and dance, martial arts demonstrations, children’s activities, artists, vendors
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and a variety of Japanese food, including special festival menus from some of Nashville’s favorite food trucks. Walk 9–10 am, Festival 10 am –5 pm. nashvillecherryblossomfestival.org
April 14 – EGGcellent Science Day Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Boulevard. Test your egg engineering with our egg drop challenge, discover how strong egg shells really are, and learn about different animal eggs. Enjoy special eggciting activities throughout the day! Included with general admission. adventuresci.org
April 15-19 – Wild West Comedy Festival Various venues including Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Avenue North; Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street; The Belcourt Theatre, 2102 Belcourt Avenue; City Winery Nashville, 609 Lafayette Street; Zanies, 2025 8th Avenue South; Exit/In, 2208 Elliston Place. Some of the funniest comedians in the world return to Nashville for five days of laughter and unique special events. Platinum, gold and silver ticket packages are available, or purchase a club pass. Single tickets
will be available only if the show has not sold out. wildwestcomedyfestival.com
April 16-25 – The Nashville Film Festival Green Hills Regal Cinemas, 3815 Green Hills Village Drive. A public festival attended by filmmakers and industry insiders, and an Academy Award short films qualifying event. This 10-day celebration of film features competition films, educational presentations, red carpet events, awards ceremony, and closing night party. Several of Nashville’s famous food trucks will serve just outside the cinemas every day of the festival. nashvillefilmfestival.org
April 17 & 18 – Rites of Spring Music Festival Vanderbilt University Alumni Lawn. The perfect way to enjoy the sun while listening to the hottest talents in music today. Headliners Chance the Rapper and Young the Giant join other artists including Portugal. The Man, T-Pain, RAC, The Lone Bellow, Matoma, Daniel Ellsworth and the Great Lakes and Louisa Wendorff. This year’s festival will cover a wide range of genres and will have something for everyone. Tickets $30–$50, available at vanderbilt.edu/ros.
April 17-24 – Nashville Sounds Home Games First Tennessee Park, 401 Jackson Street. Take the family out to the ballgame at the city’s new minorleague ballpark located in Sulphur Dell north of downtown. The Nashville Sounds home games are April 11–20 vs. Colorado Springs, and April 21–24 vs. Oklahoma City. This season, fans are encouraged to park at the Metro Courthouse Garage at 101 James Robertson Parkway ($5/parking, free shuttle). nashvillesounds.com
April 18 – Nashville Earth Day Festival Centennial Park, 2598 West End Avenue. This free, family-friendly festival will feature exhibits and activities aimed at educating Nashvillians about protecting our environment. Fun and exciting handson activities, and live entertainment for all ages. 11 am – 6 pm, nashvilleearthday.org
April 24-26 – Nashville Flea Market Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 625 Smith Avenue, (615) 862-5016. You’ll find a huge variety of gifts, antiques, collectibles, jewelry, arts and crafts, tools, housewares, handmade clothing, and hundreds of
thousands of other items each month, at one of the top ten flea markets in the country. Dealers and vendors from 30 states offer their wares to the buying public. Admission is free; parking $5. Friday 8 am–5 pm; Saturday 7 am–6 pm; Sunday 7 am– 4 pm; nashvilleexpocenter.org
April 25 – St. Jude Country Music Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K Downtown Nashville and surrounding areas. Music makes up the heart and “sole” of this event. Live bands will be performing a variety of music from alternative, classic and punk rock to blues, jazz and soul along each mile of the race course. The bands set the tempo for this marathon party, where runners and spectators alike will be “dancin’ in the streets” to these mini-concerts. Extra activities are planned around the marathon, including a Health & Fitness Expo on April 23 and 24, a pre-race songwriters pasta party, post-race brunch, and more. The Kids Race on Sunday, April 26 starts at 2 pm at LP Field. runrocknroll.com
April 25-26 – Franklin Main Street Festival Downtown Franklin. Saturday 10 am–7 pm (Street Dance continues until 10 pm), Sunday 10 am–6 pm. The two-day free weekend event will feature more than 200 artisans and crafters, three stages, two carnivals and an international food court. downtownfranklintn.com
April 29 – Go Red For Women Music City Center, 201 Fifth Avenue South. This educational event from the American Heart Association brings together women (and men) who are making heart health their number one priority for themselves, their families and the women in their lives to make a difference. Wellness Expo is from 10 am to 12 noon, followed by a luncheon from noon to 1 pm. nashvillegored.ahaevents.org
April 30 - May 3 – Southern Women’s Show Music City Center, 201 Fifth Avenue South. This annual event attracts thousands of local women each year with fashion shows, cooking demonstrations, beauty tips, health screenings, decorating ideas and personal growth opportunities – all tailored especially for women – as well as celebrity appearances. It’s the perfect opportunity to grab a girlfriend and try out new products and services, consult with experts and register for prizes and giveaways. southernshows.com/wna 7
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April at the Wildhorse Saloon 120 Second Avenue North. Three floors of fun with five bars and live entertainment seven nights a week. The Wildhorse boasts extraordinary talent, fine house bands and memorable performers. Fun, complimentary line dancing lessons are offered daily. wildhorsesaloon.com
April at the Nashville Symphony Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place. Packages may be purchased from the Patron Services hotline at (615) 687- 6401. Concerts this month are Emanuel Ax with the Nashville Symphony on April 3–4 at 8 pm; A Tribute to Billie Holiday with Cassandra Wilson on April 8 at 7:30 pm (without orchestra); Bernadette Peters with the Nashville Symphony on April 9 at 7 pm, April 10–11 at 8 pm; The Magical World of Tchaikovsky Family Concert on April 11 at 11 am; Guerrero Conducts Beethoven on April 17 at 10:30 am and April 18–19 at 8 pm; Tchaikovsky’s Pathetique on April 30 at 7:30 pm. There are also 2 free events this month – OnStage with Kelly Corcoran on April 21, and OnStage with Jessica Blackwell on April 29, both at 5:30 pm. For tickets and showtimes, call the box office at (615) 687- 6400 between 10 am and 6 pm Monday through Friday or 10 am and 2 pm Saturday, or go to the website at nashvillesymphony.org.
April at the Ryman Auditorium 116 Fifth Avenue North. This stellar venue is a sixtime winner of Pollstar’s Concert Theatre of the Year award and 2012, 2010 and 2008 Academy of Country Music’s Venue of the Year. This month’s outstanding lineup includes Blackberry Smoke on April 3; Sam’s Place: Music for the Spirit featuring Charles Esten, Francesca Battistelli, Fairfield Four, Jason Crabb & McCrary Sisters on April 5; Primus & The Chocolate Factory with The Fungi Ensemble on April 15; Joel McHale on April 17; Nick Kroll & John Mulaney on April 18; Anjelah Johnson on April 19; Diana Krall (pictured), on April 21; Ten out of TENN on April 8
April 1-4 – Picnic Circle Players Theater Company at Hillsboro High School, 3812 Hillsboro Pike. Circle Players is one of Tennessee’s oldest community theater companies. For 64 years, the company has produced more than 500 musicals, comedies, mysteries, historical dramas and classics, as well as cutting-edge social dramas and recent Broadway hits. Picnic, a 1953 play by William Inge, details the lives of “ordinary” Americans, from hopeful widows and embittered spinsters to idealistic teenagers and restless wanderers. Showtimes: 7:30 pm, Sunday matinee 3 pm. circleplayers.net
April 3,4, 10,11 – Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves Nashville Public Library Children’s Theater, 615 Church Street. Enter the magical Cave of Wonders and behold Wishing Chair Productions colorful adaptation from the Tales of the Arabian Nights, starting at 11:30 am. Classic storytelling with a cast of exotic marionettes, clever sets, props, and exciting original music are sure to enchant the entire family. Free parking for 1-1/2 hours in the library’s parking garage. library.nashville.org
April 3-5, 9-11 – Extremities Darkhorse Theater, 4610 Charlotte Avenue. Presented by KB Productions, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing bring provocative, hard-hitting, and relevant works to the Nashville theater scene. April is Sexual Assault Awareness month, and proceeds will go to Nashville Sexual Assault Center. The lobby will host art made by survivors, and several performances will have talk-backs from the SAC counselors. Tickets $15. kb-productions.org, darkhorsetheater.com
April 4 – Sessions at Steinway Steinway Piano Gallery, 4285 Sidco Drive. The Tennessee Jazz Blues Society and Steinway Piano
Gallery of Nashville present this afternoon performance and interview, modeled after the award-winning series, Inside The Actors Studio. Artists to be announced. Tickets: $10/TJBS members and students; $15 non-members. 1:30 pm. jazzblues.org
April 4, 11, 18, 25 – Bye Bye Liver: The Nashville Drinking Play Blue Bar and Rack Room, 1911 Broadway. This fastpaced sketch comedy takes a satirical look at the drinking culture. Audience members choose sides in a game of Would You Rather, guess songs in Name That Tune, or find love as different contestants are tested in Match Maker. Tickets are $12 each. Must be 21 or over. Call 1-800-650-6449 or go to byebyeliver.com/nashville.
April 5, 12, 19, 26 – Sunday Bluegrass Jam Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue South. Free admission every Sunday evening at Nashville’s premiere listening room for bluegrass and roots music. “Cold beer, hot pickin’ and friends you won’t meet until you get here.” The evening entertainment begins at 8 pm. (615) 255-3307, stationinn.com
April 7 – Vanderbilt Steel Bands Blair School of Music, Ingram Hall, 2400 Blakemore Avenue. Kick your summer off with the sunny island sounds of the Vanderbilt Steel Bands. Music from Trinidad and other warm-water locales is sure to put you in a Caribbean state of mind. Flip-flops encouraged! Free and open to the public, the concert begins at 8 pm. blair.vanderbilt.edu
April 7-8 – The Boxmasters Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin. Teddy Andreadis, J.D. Andrew, Brad Davis and Billy Bob “Bud” Thornton make up “The Boxmasters”, an American roots-rock band of seasoned musicians whose sound is rich in rhythm and story. franklintheatre.com
April 7, 14, 28 – The Doyle and Debbie Show Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue South. This hilarious love letter to the country music community and its stars is hysterical, and the music is finely-crafted. The two stars, Bruce Arntson and Jenny Littleton, have the acting and singing chops to carry it all off beautifully. Tickets are $20 and the show begins at 7 pm. For more information and to hear the music, visit doyleanddebbie.com.
April 8, 15, 22, 29 – Music City Roots The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road. Jim Lauderdale hosts Wednesday night’s weekly, twohour live radio show, showcasing Nashville’s rich music scene, from country to Americana. $15 general admission; free for 5 and under; $10 students 19+ with valid college ID. musiccityroots.com
April 9, 11 – Nashville Opera presents The Pirates of Penzance Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. Join the adventures of the merry Pirates of Penzance, as Nashville Opera presents this classic favorite from the masters of comedy, Gilbert and Sullivan. The Pirates of Penzance features all the clever wordplay and wonderful music that the musical duo is known for, along with the unforgettable characters of Frederic, Mabel, the Major General Stanley, and the Pirate King. Hum along with the famous melodies, and laugh at the escapades of the craziest shipmates since H.M.S. Pinafore. Sung in English with easy-to-read projected English supertitles. Artistic director John Hoomes and members of the artistic staff present a fun informative preview talk, one hour before each performance in the theater. Amusing trivia and insider stories make the evening more fun! nashvilleopera.org
April 9-11, 14-18, 21-25 – Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike Andrew Johnson Theater, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. Nashville Repertory Theatre presents this 2013 Tony award winner for best play. Classic Chekhovian themes of loss and longing are given utterly hilarious, and occasionally touching, twists. Against the backdrop of a farmhouse in Pennsylvania, the stage is set for an absurd weekend of angst, hilarity and global warming. Appropriate for high school and above audiences. nashvillerep.org
April 9-12, 16-19, 23-25 – Godspell The Larry Keeton Theatre, 108 Donelson Pike. From the Tony-nominated, Oscar-winning composer and lyricist of Wicked, Pocahontas, and Prince of Egypt, Stephen Schwartz’s Godspell features a small group of people helping Jesus Christ tell different parables by using a wide variety of games, storytelling techniques, and hefty dose of comic timing. An eclectic blend of songs ranging in style from pop to vaudeville is employed as the story of Jesus’s life dances across the stage. 9
performing arts Dissolving hauntingly into the Last Supper and the Crucifixion, Jesus’s messages of kindness, tolerance, and love come vibrantly to life on stage. Thursday–Saturday shows start at 7 pm, Sunday matinee at 2 pm. Dinner seating one hour prior to start of show. thelarrykeetontheatre.org
April 9, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 – The Cat in the Hat Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton Street. For the 56 years the Cat’s been on the page, we could never get rights to put him on our stage. We’ve asked quite politely, we’ve pleaded just so, but the answer was always, no, no, NO! Now, thanks to the National Theatre of Britain, a stage version has finally been written – with no added text (lots of mime, dance and movement) and Seuss illustrations, which need no improvement! The Cat in the Hat will be bringing Dick, Sally, Thing One and Thing Two, they’ll all be here, so how about you? For families with children of all ages. nashvillechildrenstheatre.org
April 10, 11, 16-19, 24, 25 – Catch Me If You Can: The Musical Pull-Tight Theatre, 112 2nd Avenue South, Franklin. The story of Frank Abagnale, Jr. and FBI agent Carl Hanratty’s hot pursuit of the con artist comes to life in this new musical featuring music and lyrics from the Tony-winning team of Shaiman and Wittman (Hairspray) and a book by celebrated playwright Terrence McNally. While based on Abagnale, Jr.’s autobiography and the 2002 Steven Speilbergdirected film, here, Abagnale, Jr. tells his story in the fun style of a 1960s television show. Fly high with the jet set this April, and catch this show if you can! pull-tight.com
April 16 – Thursday Night Things OZ Nashville, 6172 Cockrill Bend Circle. OZ Arts is a destination for innovative contemporary art experiences. Housed in a newly-renovated former cigar warehouse, OZ’s modern, flexible performance and installation space enables leading artists from multiple disciplines to present brave new art in a non-traditional context. This TNT evening features Nashville guitarist and composer William Tyler, with Durham-based cinematographer Steve Milligan and artistic director Akiva Fox. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Tickets: $10 in advance, $12 at the door. ozartsnashville.org 10
April 18 – Appalachian Celebration Blair School of Music, Ingram Hall, 2400 Blakemore Avenue. This annual hoedown features Blair’s folk and instrumental performance faculty, plus plenty of surprise guests from the Nashville music industry. Come for the unexpected, stay for the joy of our region’s finest folk music, performed by some of the very best players in the country. Free and open to the public, the concert begins at 8 pm. blair.vanderbilt.edu
April 24-26 – Nashville Ballet presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. William Shakespeare’s classic comedy of errors takes the stage, complete with the mischievous Puck, a host of fairies and a sprightly youth cast. Entangled love runs wild in this family friendly performance as A Midsummer Night’s Dream features visually stunning costumes and scenery. According to artistic director Paul Vasterling, “The work is a living, breathing entity and there’s always something new to see.” tpac.org
April 26 – Jazz on the Move Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway. The Nashville Jazz Workshop and the Frist Center for the Visual Arts present the music of Billy Strayhorn, featuring Kevin Whalum & the NJW All-Stars, as part of this popular jazz performance and education series. The program begins at 3 pm, and is free and open to the public. nashvillejazz.org
April 30 – Break Out Tour Wildhorse Saloon, 120 Second Avenue North. This special evening features performances from MamaDear 7–8 pm, The California Country Club 8:30–9:30 pm, and singer/songwriter Jeff Allen 10– 11 pm. MamaDear has stirred audiences with their sweet harmonies, feel-good southern charm and infectious melodies. The California Country Club was established when several L.A. based touring musicians came together to share their interest in country music with the country music world. North Carolina-bred and American Idol alum lead singer Katelyn Clampett uses stunning vocals, rousing anthems and her uncanny ability to make a crowd cheer with her Southern roots and California flair. Texas-born Jeff Allen brings a riveting stage presence and a gift for penning heart-piercing lyrics while blurring the lines between outlaw attitude and mainstream accessibility. wildhorsesaloon.com
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Opry Mills Mall. Sensational seafood in a unique setting. Dine around a 200,000 gallon tank featuring more than 100 species of colorful tropical fish including sharks and stingrays. Delicious menu selections from burgers to seafood platters. After your meal, visit the Treasure Chest Gift Shop. You can make Aquarium part of your next field trip, birthday party or special event. Reservations recommended. (615) 514-FISH, aquariumrestaurants.com
592 12th Avenue South. Delicious margaritas, fresh guacamole made at the table, and authentic Mexican food prepared with the freshest and finest ingredients make this restaurant in the Gulch a great destination for lunch, dinner or special events. (615) 259-9282, cantinalaredo.com
Claim Jumper Opry Mills Mall. Celebrate special occasions, host a business lunch or gather with friends and family. Open daily for lunch and dinner, with a vast selection of freshly prepared items including fish, rotisserie chicken, baby-back pork ribs, freshly baked pot pie, specialty salads, pizzas, burgers and our famous Six-Layer Chocolate Motherlode Cake. Relax in the saloon with cocktails and Claim Jumper’s own craft beers. (615) 649-0785, claimjumper.com
Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater 2416 Music Valley Drive, Music Valley Village, across from Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Grand Ole Opry. Nashville’s premier Country Music Dinner Theater features The Best of Country Music Show, with songs made famous by legendary artists and today’s superstars. See stars including Opry Star Jeannie Seely, “The Fiddle Man” Tim Watson, Diana Murrell and others. Great Southern Buffet is at 5:30 pm and show time is 6:30 pm. Reservations recommended. Dinner and show is $43.95, show only is $26. Tour groups welcome. (615) 885-4747, nashvillenightlife.com
2213 8th Ave. S. (615) 891-4488
SOUTHERN SMOKEHOUSE CUISINE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT LINE DANCING WildhorseSaloon.com | 615-902-8200 14
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DYNAMIC ENTERTAINMENT BREATHTAKING VIEWS MOUTHWATERING CUISINE GeneralJackson.com | 615-458-3900
Opry Backstage Grill
Two Twenty • Two Grill and Catering
The show that made country music famous is now making its mark on Southern cuisine. Open for lunch and dinner, as well as after the show. Now open across from the Gaylord Opryland Resort at the Inn at Opryland. Visit oprybackstagegrill.com for more information.
222 Fifth Avenue South, in the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum. Serving Southern comfort food with a twist, made from fresh, mostly local foods. Indoor and outdoor seating is available, both with great views of downtown. Open Monday –Saturday, 11 am–2:30 pm. Two Twenty • Two 2Go offers soups, salads, sandwiches, bakery items and beverages seven days a week from 9 am – 5 pm. The 2Go bar accepts orders by phone and fax. Call (615) 291-6759 or fax (615) 291-6761.
Rainforest Café This unique dining concept located in Opry Mills is an adventure through a realistic indoor rainforest with lush foliage, cascading waterfalls and giant aquariums. The menu has Mexican, Italian, Cajun and Caribbean flavors, ranging from exotic to traditional. The children’s menu will please your little “wild ones.” Don’t forget to stop by the Retail Village for a wide selection of unique souvenirs! (615) 514-3000, rainforestcafe.com
The Smiling Elephant 2213 8th Avenue South. A gem of a Thai restaurant regaled by the locals. The specialty of the house is Pad Thai. All dishes use the freshest ingredients. Enjoy exquisite food and the gentle spirit that you feel upon entering. Open for lunch and dinner Monday through Friday. Open for dinner on Saturday. (615) 891-4488, thesmilingelephant.com
Wildhorse Saloon Located on historic Second Avenue, downtown. The Wild horse offers three floors of action-packed fun, five bars and live entertainment seven nights a week. Hear the hottest bands and learn the latest dance steps, with complimentary dance lessons nightly. Open for lunch every day except Monday. Open for dinner nightly. Try the award-winning barbecue and world famous fried pickles. For current concert information call (615) 902-8211 or go to wildhorsesaloon.com. Hours subject to change due to private events.
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LP Field Bicentennial Mall Chamber of Commerce The Bridgestone Arena and Nashville Visitors Information Municipal Auditorium Nashville Convention Center Ryman Auditorium TPAC/TN State Museum Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum The Frist Center for the Visual Arts Schermerhorn Symphony Center Music City Center ®
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Custom-Made Picture Frames “A Cut Above the Rest” in offering you the best custom framing. We also offer greeting cards, prints, and original fine art. Located on Historic Jefferson Street, just minutes from downtown, next to Fisk University
1613 Jefferson St. 321-5357 www.woodcutsfineart.com
“ You were AWESOME! I had so much fun tonight!” —Wynonna • 2 Hour Musical Biography • 3 Decades (50s, 60s, 70s) • 6 Eras of the King’s Career • 30 Songs • 5 Costume Changes • 1 Performer! “A great show, very authentic! I look forward to seeing it again.” —DJ Fontana, Elvis’s longtime drummer
Mondays and Thursdays 6:30 pm seating • 7:00 pm show
Call for Tickets: (615) 758-0098 Texas Troubadour Theater 2416 Music Valley Drive
“Great job, heck of a perfrrmance! You just go all out to make sure you do everything just right!” —Charlie Chase, TV Personality
“A must-see show!” —Country Weekly Magazine
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shopping & services
The Cat Shoppe 2824 Bransford Avenue, Berry Hill. Unique toys, the world’s strongest catnip cigars, handmade dragonfly toys, locally made cat-scratching posts (recommended by feline behaviorist). For cat lovers: jewelry, statues, Laurel Burch purses, ceramics, books and frames. Be sure to visit the rescued cats awaiting adoption. Open Monday–Saturday 10 am– 6 pm; Sunday 1–4 pm. Call (615) 297-PURR (7877).
Cotton-Eyed Joe Located on the corner of Second Avenue and Broadway in the District, Nashville’s easy-to-find tourist hot spot. On the main floor, you are surrounded by a vast selection of gifts, souvenirs, T-shirts, jewelry and novelties at low prices. The Bargain Attic Area upstairs has close-out souvenirs, gifts, jewelry and T-shirts priced 50% off. Visit the Gift Gallery section, featuring new and unusual home decor and gift items. Tour buses welcome. Call (615) 726-3302 for more information.
Country Music Hall of Fame Museum Store 222 Fifth Avenue South. There’s no admission fee to shop the Museum Store. Here you’ll find autographed items, apparel, books, souvenirs, Hatch Show Prints, and exhibit related merchandise.
The Dog Store 2824 Bransford Avenue, Berry Hill. A large selection of gifts for people in your favorite breed including mugs, frames, statues, and books. And for the special dog in your life, all natural treats, leather collars, bowls, toys and food. Open Monday–
Saturday 10 am–6 pm and Sunday 1–4 pm. Call 279-WAGS (9247).
Gas Lamp Antique Mall 100 Powell Place, across from 100 Oaks Mall in Berry Hill. Voted “Nashville’s Best Antique Mall” for the past six years in the Nashville Scene’s Best of Nashville poll, Gas Lamp Antique Mall houses 160 dealers in 25,000 square feet of space, and is open seven days a week. Antique, retro and vintage furniture and home accessories are all featured. Call (615) 297-2224. The second location, Gas Lamp Too, is located at 128 Powell Place, less than a half mile down the same street in the last building, with parking in front and also under the I-65 overpass. Call (615) 292-2250. For more information, go to the website at gaslampantiques.com.
The Great Escape Featuring a huge selection of current and outof-print DVDs, CDs, video games, comic books, records, CCG and role-playing items, posters, books, memorabilia and more. Low, low prices! Two locations: Superstore in West Nashville at 5400 Charlotte Avenue, (615) 385-2116; and near Opry Mills at 111-B Gallatin Road North at Old Hickory Boulevard, (615) 865-8052. Open 10 am–9 pm, Monday–Saturday and 11 am–7 pm, Sunday. Need cash? The Great Escape also buys!
Hatch Show Print Store 224 Fifth Avenue South. You’ll find a wide assortment of iconic and newly designed prints and posters, as well as other paper goods, Hatch logo apparel, and more. hatchshowprint.com
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VANDY/MUSIC ROW Merged w/West Nashville Superstore; see info at left.
NEED CASH? We PAY TOP DOLLAR FOR YOUR ITEMS!
The Hermitage Museum Store Home of President Andrew Jackson, 4580 Rachel’s Lane, (615) 889-2941. A lovely selection of decorative accessories, books and videos, toys and collectibles, home décor, and gourmet gifts including Hermitage preserves and Lynchburg BBQ sauce. All proceeds from the sale of merchandise support the activities and programs of the museum.
The Johnny Cash Museum Store
and country music’s contemporary culture for a shopping experience like no other.
The Opry Shop 2804 Opryland Drive. Enjoy the Grand Ole Opry experience anytime with a stop at The Opry Shop, located within the Grand Ole Opry House. It’s the place for great Opry gifts and collectibles for all ages. Open seven days a week.
119 Third Avenue South. Featuring Johnny Cash merchandise including T-shirts and other apparel, mugs, backpacks, tote bags, and more. Call (615) 256-1777 or visit johnnycashmuseum.com.
Ryman Auditorium Gift Shop
Opry Mills Mall
Wildhorse Saloon Gift Shop
Tennessee’s largest outlet and value retail shopping, dining and entertainment destination with more than 200 stores, including several first-in-market name-brand additions. Opry Mills’ impressive roster of designer outlet stores include: Coach Factory Store, G by GUESS, Michael Kors, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH, Tommy Bahama Outlet, Vera Bradley and more. Other popular value retailers include Bed Bath & Beyond, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Disney Store Outlet, LEGO, RCC Western Wear and Under Armour Factory House. Opry Mills is home to a variety of family dining and entertainment venues: Aquarium Restaurant, Rainforest Cafe, Claim Jumper and Dave & Buster’s. And in true Nashville fashion, live performances and musical entertainment are regularly provided on Opry Mills’ Entertainment Stage.
65 South Located in Opry Mills Mall just steps away from the permanent home of the Grand Ole Opry, 65 South has everything Nashville all in one place, including items from The Bluebird Café, the Nashville television show and, of course, fashion apparel and accessories you need to outfit your southern style.
Opry Originals Located in the heart of downtown at 300 Broadway (Broadway at Third Avenue). Nashville’s famous “Lower Broadway” area known around the world for its honky tonks and one-of-a-kind authentic country music attractions, Opry Originals brings together the iconic roots of the Grand Ole Opry
116 Fifth Avenue North, (615) 458-8700. A great spot for music gift items and souvenirs including CDs, DVDs, posters, prints, books and apparel.
120 Second Avenue North, (615) 902-8200. This nationally recognized store offers a vast selection of shirts, hats, hard goods and Nashville memorabilia.
Woodcuts Gallery and Framing 1613 Jefferson Street, (615) 321-5357 telephone and (615) 321-2134 fax. Offering hundreds of open and limited edition prints, serigraphs, original pieces, framed art, cards, figurines, and fast custom framing. woodcutsfineart.com
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attractions Adventure Science Center 8800 Fort Negley Boulevard. With the child-sized Curiosity Corner and ever-changing blockbuster exhibits, the Adventure Science Center provides unique opportunities for discovery for both children and adults. Admission is $13 for adults and teens, $11 for children ages 2–12, $12 for seniors (65+) and free for toddlers under age 2. Open 10 am–5 pm daily. For more information, call (615) 862-5160 or see adventuresci.org See page 6 for this month’s Laser Show.
Bicentennial Mall State Park 600 James Robertson Parkway. The Bicentennial Mall is a public park with statues, monuments, fountains, trails, bell towers, an amphitheater and home to the Nashville Farmers’ Market. Get a taste of Tennessee’s history, geology, and scenic wonder as you walk along a timeline inscribed with tidbits of Tennessee history. Each of the 31 erupting geyser fountains represent one of Tennessee
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major rivers. The war monument, an 18,000-pound granite globe, floating on water and rotating, pays tribute to the Tennessee World War II veterans. Free park tours Monday and Wednesday at 10 am, 1 and 3 pm. (615) 741-5280 or 888-TNPARKS. Bike the Greenway Bicycle Rentals Briley Parkway (TN-155) at Two Rivers Parkway (Exit 10). Two Rivers Park Trailhead is within minutes of Gaylord Opryland Resort, Music Valley Drive Hotels, and Nashville Airport Hotels, and offers miles of dedicated greenway. Hourly or half-day rentals. Call (615) 920-1388 or visit bikethegreenway.net to arrange your bike rental and transfer to trailhead (if needed). Carnton Plantation 1345 Eastern Flank Circle, Franklin. Carnton Plantation, home of The Widow of the South, was a field hospital following the Battle of Franklin, fought in 1864. Plantation includes a home tour,
museum, The McGavock Confederate Cemetery, a fully restored garden and slave quarters. Open 9 am–5 pm on Monday–Saturday and noon–5 pm on Sunday. Closed most major holidays. For more information, visit BattleofFranklinTrust.org. Centennial Park 2500 West End Avenue. Nashville’s premier park features the iconic Parthenon, a one-mile walking trail, Lake Watauga, Centennial Art Center, historical monuments, arts activity centers, beautiful gardens, a band shell, a dog park, and an exercise trail. Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Beautiful botanic gardens located on a 55-acre estate with a residence listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The mansion houses American and European art and a newer building is dedicated to presenting contemporary art. Themed art installations in the gardens change annually. Open Tuesday–Sunday 9 am–5 pm. Call (615) 353-9827, or visit cheekwood.org. Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum 2222 Fifth Avenue South. You haven’t seen Nashville if you haven’t visited the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum, the largest popular music museum in the world. Experience the history of America’s music through exciting new exhibits, entertaining films, interactive displays, and an incredible array of costumes and instruments. Sing Me Back Home, the museum’s permanent exhibit, tells the story of country music from its pre-commercial roots in the nineteenth century through its vibrant life today. Kenny Rogers: Through the Years (pictured), provides a comprehensive tour through Rogers’s acclaimed musical phases and other artistic outlets. The exhibit will feature artifacts including costume pieces from the Gambler, original sheet music, numerous awards, and other items that reflect Rogers’s longtime status as a pop culture icon. Tanya Tucker: Strong Enough to Bend covers highlights of Tucker’s colorful career. Gorgeous stage costumes and gowns worn at award shows contrast with her numerous National Cutting Horse Association awards and a Harley-Davidson 1992 Screamin’ Eagle, customized in her special hue of pink paint. Ronnie Milsap: A Legend In My Time will feature artifacts including stage costumes, variWildhorseSaloon.com | 615-902-8200 ous awards, rhinestone sunglasses, Braille labels,
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$45. Active military are admitted free (ID required). (615) 889-2941, thehermitage.com. Historic RCA Studio B 1611 Roy Acuff Place, Music Row. Known as one of the world’s most important recording studios where more than 35,000 songs were brought to life, like Dolly Parton’s “Jolene” and many hits by Elvis. Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum today to learn how you can experience historic RCA Studio B. Call (615) 416-2001 or visit the website at countrymusichalloffame.com. Johnny Cash Museum 119 Third Avenue South. Featuring the largest collection of Johnny Cash memorabilia in the world, the museum has everything from his earliest childhood artifacts to the last song he wrote. Exhibits chronicle The Man in Black’s life with stunning graphics, artifacts and interactive technology and include stage costumes, instruments, personal letters, artwork and handwritten songs as well as artifacts from family members and notable friends. Experience a three-dimensional walk through the life and legend of this interna-
attractions tional icon. From handwritten lyrics for “I Walk the Line” and “Folsom Prison Blues,” to a stone wall from Johnny and June’s home in Hendersonville, this museum holds the very essence of the man. The Museum Store features the largest selection of Cash souvenirs, apparel and rare collectibles. Staff members include Cash family members and friends who love to share stories with guests. No trip to Nashville would be complete without a visit to the Johnny Cash Museum. The Bongo Java Cafe serves coffee and coffee drinks as well as gourmet cafe foods. Open 8 am–7 pm seven days a week. For more information call (615) 256-1777 or see johnnycashmuseum.com. Lane Motor Museum 702 Murfreesboro Pike. Discover unique vehicles from A to Z at Lane Motor Museum. One of the few museums in North America to specialize in European cars, with over 150 cars and motorcycles on display from all over the world. “100 Years of Leyat”, is a fascinating exhibit that explores the many ideas of Marcel Leyat – from propeller-driven cars and flight trainers to his invention of an alternative method to musical notation – is on permanent
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From mansion to slave cabin—and throughout 1120 acres of “much more” at the home of America’s seventh president—you’ll be face-to-face with the times, the challenges, and the contradictions, that shaped our young nation. Yesterday is always present at The Hermitage. One of America’s premier National Historic Landmarks, just 15 minutes from Downtown Nashville, TN.
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attractions display. Over 45 marques representing North and South America, Asia, and Europe – not your typical car museum! Open Thursday–Monday, 10 am–5 pm. Admission is $9 for adults, $6 for seniors (age 65+), $3 for ages 6–17, and free for kids 5 and under. Call (615) 742-7445 for more information or visit the website lanemuseum.org. The Lotz House 1111 Columbia Avenue, Franklin. Come to The Lotz House for the compelling story of the Battle of Franklin, the Lotz family and the fine antiques of the Civil War era. Trip Advisor’s #1 attraction in Franklin features guided tours daily. There is a value ticket available which includes Carnton Plantation and The Carter House, located across the street. For more information, call (615) 790-7190 or visit LotzHouse.com. Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater 2416 Music Valley Drive, in Music Valley Village, across the street from the Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Grand Ole Opry. Nashville’s premier Country Music Dinner Theater features The Best of Country Music Show. Voted Nashville’s #1 Dinner Show, the show features songs made famous by legendary artists and today’s superstars. Many guest stars appear such as Opry Star Jeannie Seely, “The Fiddle Man” Tim Watson, Diana Murrell and others. There is entertainment for the entire family. The Great Southern Buffet is at 5:30 pm and show time is 6:30 pm. Admission for the dinner and show is $43.95, show only is $26. Don’t miss this Nashville tradition. Tour groups are welcome. Reservations recommended. Call (615) 885-4747 or go to nashvillenightlife.com. Nashville Zoo at Grassmere 3777 Nolensville Road. From African elephants and Caribbean flamingos to Bengal tigers and red pandas, Nashville Zoo is home to more than 2,100 animals from all over the world. Spend a day enjoying mammals, amphibians, reptiles, insects and birds and learning about their habitats. Savor the sights by exploring Gibbon Islands, Bamboo Trail, Critter Encounters, three-acre beautiful African Elephant Savannah, and many other exhibits. Go for a spin on the Wild Animal Carousel and run wild on the humongous Jungle Gym playground. Step back in 26
time and tour the 19th century Grassmere Historic Home and Farm and then take a break and enjoy one of the educational animal shows. Call (615) 833-1534 or visit the website at nashvillezoo.org. The Parthenon Located in Centennial Park off of West End Avenue, this Nashville treasure is recognized as one of the world’s most impressive scale reproductions of an ancient classic. It houses Alan LeQuire’s magnificent 42-foot statue of Athena, the largest indoor sculpture in North America. There are also fine art exhibits in the Parthenon Museum. Radnor Lake State Park 1160 Otter Creek Road. A great place for an energetic hike up steep ridge trails, or a leisurely walk along paved roads, Radnor has some of the highest hills in the Nashville Basin. There are challenging hikes for a day hiker plus flat, mulched and paved trails for those who want to just stroll and see the scenery. Wildlife and plants are abundant – it is not unusual at all to see deer, heron, ducks, turkeys and turtles during your walk. The park is about a 5-minute drive from I-65, Exit 78, Harding Place. Ryman Auditorium 116 Fifth Avenue North. Six-time winner of Pollstar’s Theatre of the Year and 2012, 2010 and 2008 Academy of Country Music’s Venue of the Year. The Ryman continues its more than 100-year music tradition by offering the best in entertainment. Built as a church in 1892, the Ryman famously served as the home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943–1974, and was completely renovated in 1994. The premier performance hall has many shows and concerts scheduled year-round. For tickets, call (615) 8893060, visit the Ryman Box Office, or ryman.com. Ryman Auditorium Tours 116 Fifth Avenue North, downtown. This National Historic Landmark is most famous as the home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943–1974. The guided backstage tour takes you through dressing rooms dedicated to the stars of the Ryman’s rich musical past including Minnie Pearl and Hank Williams. Be sure to visit the Hatch Show Gallery and the Gift Shop. Self-guided tours are $15 for adults, and $10 for children ages 4–11. Backstage tours are $20 and $15. To buy tour tickets, go to ryman.com or call (615) 889-3060.
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Tennessee State Capitol Charlotte Avenue, between Sixth and Seventh Avenues. The historic Tennessee State Capitol stands today much as it did when completed in 1859. Several areas, including the first floor hallway, library and Supreme Court chamber, have been restored to their 19th-century, Greek Revival appearance. Free guided tours leave from the Information Desk on the first floor every hour, with the first tour at 9 am, and the final tour at 3 pm. Self-guided tours are also available at the Information Desk. Tennessee State Museum Fifth Avenue and Deaderick Street, downtown. The museum’s Civil War holdings of uniforms, battle flags and weapons are among the finest in the nation. Of special interest are Sam Davis’ boot (cut open to search for hidden papers when he was charged with spying for the Confederate Army), and an 1864 presidential campaign poster for Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson. Open Tuesday –Saturday, from 10 am – 5 pm and 1– 5 pm on Sundays. Closed on Mondays. Admission is free. Paid parking on weekdays. Free weekend parking at the State Employee parking lots west of the State Capitol, off Charlotte Avenue. For more information, call (615) 741-2692, 1-800-407-4324 or at the website tnmuseum.org. Tribute To The King 1953–1977 Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley Drive. On Mondays and Thursdays this high-energy, live musical biography starring John Beardsley features all six eras of the King’s career, including over 30 songs and five costume changes, and has thrilled audiences of all ages from New York to Russia. The legend lives on in Nashville’s first and only continuously running show paying
attractions tribute to the King in Music City, where he recorded over 300 songs. “A great show, very authentic! I look forward to seeing it again,” raved DJ Fontana, Elvis’s longtime drummer. Audiences continue to give standing ovations at every show. A must-see show while in Nashville. To order tickets, which is recommended, call (615) 758-0098. Seating at 6:30 pm. Showtime is 7 pm. Box office opens at 10 am, day of show. Plenty of free parking! thenashvilleking.com The Upper Room 1908 Grand Avenue, midtown. An active chapel and museum, The Upper Room features a nearly life-size wood carving of da Vinci’s The Last Supper. There are permanent exhibits, as well as a peaceful garden. Special seasonal exhibits include an exhibit of 100 nativity scenes during the Christmas holidays, a Madonna and Child Gallery exhibit, and a Ukrainian egg display during Lent and Easter. Come experience the tranquility of the Upper Room amid the city’s tumult. Open Monday–Friday, 8 am–4:30 pm. Closed holidays and weekends. Call (615) 340-7207 or visit upperroom.org/chapel. Wildhorse Saloon Second Avenue, downtown. The Wildhorse offers three floors of action-packed fun, five bars and live entertainment seven nights a week. The Wildhorse is the place to hear the hottest bands and learn the latest dance steps with complimentary dance lessons nightly. Be sure to try the award winning barbecue and world famous fried pickles. For current concert information, call (615) 902-8200 or go to the website at wildhorsesaloon.com.
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art events and art crawls: Various area galleries offer rare opportunities to view diverse exhibitions featuring many genres of artwork the first Friday or Saturday of the month. The events are free, and some venues serve complimentary wine and light hors d’ouevres. April 3 – Downtown Franklin Friday Art Crawl Charming shops, galleries and live music. A $5 unlimited trolley ticket will take guests from spot to spot, 6–9 pm. franklinartscene.com April 4 – Downtown Nashville Saturday Art Crawl Festive atmosphere along Fifth Avenue of the Arts to the Historic Arcade to Eighth Avenue to Broadway, 6–9 pm. nashvilledowntown.com/play April 4 – Arts & Music at Wedgewood /Houston Minutes from downtown, Wedgewood/Houston is rich with art and music culture. am-wh.com
museums, galleries & exhibits: Centennial Art Center 25th Avenue North & Park Plaza in Centennial Park. The gallery showcases the art of local and regional professional and emerging artists. Free admission, Monday–Thursday 9 am–5 pm. nashville.gov/cac
Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum of Art 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Fine art collection includes American art, American and British decorative arts, outdoor Woodland Sculpture Trail, and the Cheek Mansion itself. Charles Brindley: Trees of Myth and Legend features works by noted landscape artist Charles Brindley, who is best known for exquisite renderings of his best loved subject: trees. Through April 19. cheekwood.org
Fleming Center at Carnton Plantation 1345 Eastern Flank Circle, Franklin. Battle Scarred: The 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Franklin is a unique exhibition commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Franklin. Over 100 artifacts are on display, some of which have not been viewed together for 150 years. Incorporating artifacts, graphic elements, light and sound, the dis30
play will be the first of its kind in Franklin. Battle Scarred captures the ultimate cost of war and the importance of the Battle of Franklin as part of our national heritage. Through April 26. carnton.org
The Frist Center for the Visual Arts 919 Broadway. Tina Barney: The Europeans presents a selection of sumptuous photographs of images renowned for their seductive beauty and poignant insight into the inner circle of the European old world elite. Houghton Hall: Portrait of an English Country House showcases the art and architecture of one of England’s grandest country houses. Telling Tales: Stories and Legends in 19th-Century American Art assembles paintings and sculptures from the collection of the NewYork Historical Society that recount stories relating to American cultural aspirations and everyday life in the early to mid-nineteenth century. (615) 2443340, fristcenter.org
LeQuire Gallery 4304 Charlotte Avenue. Contemporary painting and sculpture are featured at this gallery and studio of sculptor Alan LeQuire, who is best known for his monumental “Athena” and “Musica” statues. The gallery maintains an important inventory of figurative work from many present day American painters and sculptors. (615) 298-4611, lequiregallery.com
Nashville Public Library ArTennessee State Museum 505 Deaderick Street. Open Tuesday–Saturday 10 am–5 pm, Sunday 1–5 pm. (615) 741-2692. What Is To Become of the People explores the experiences of Tennesseans during the Civil War and Reconstruction. In addition to rare artifacts, the exhibit examines personal stories of civilians during military occupation, the challenges women confronted on the home front, soldiers fighting in pivotal conflicts, how many African Americans freed themselves during the war, and how the state officially ended slavery. It will also show the ways in which Tennessee’s Reconstruction story was different from the rest of the South, with former Confederates, African Americans, and Unionists struggling to create a new kind of state. tnmuseum.org
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