Nashville KEY April, 2014 Issue by Andrew West

Greater Nashville

April 2014 Arts Entertainment Dining Maps Nightlife Shopping Attractions

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events THIS MONTH’S FEATURES: Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturdays – Grand Ole Opry 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 Phil Vassar, Restless Heart, Josh Thompson, B.J. Thomas, The Swon Brothers, Hunter Hayes (pictured), Sam Palladio, Terri Clark, The Band Perry, Easton Corbin, Tracy Lawrence, The Henningsens, Pam Tillis, and many more! For Opry tickets and information visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY. ages 4–11. The backstage tour is $18 for adults and $13 for children ages 4–11. For more information, visit ryman.com or call (615) 889-3060.

Mondays and Thursdays – A Tribute to the KING: 1953-1977 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. 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, has thrilled audiences of all ages from New York to Russia. Audiences continue to give standing ovations at every show. A must-see show while in Nashville. For tickets and information, call (615) 758-0098 or visit thenashvilleking.com.

April 10 & 12 – Nashville Predators Home Games Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. Enjoy NHL hockey in Smashville! The Predators home games are April 10 vs. Phoenix Coyotes and April 12 vs. Chicago Blackhawks. Games begin at 7 pm. For tickets call 1-800-745-3000, go to ticketmaster.com or the Bridgestone Arena Box Office. For more information visit predators.nhl.com.

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. For tickets and information, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY.

April 11-18, 28 - May 1 – Nashville Sounds Home Games Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut Street. Take me out to the ballgame – guaranteed family fun. The Nashville Sounds home games are April 11-14 vs. Omaha Storm Chasers, April 15-18 vs. Memphis Redbirds, and April 28 – May 1 vs. New Orleans Zephyrs. Games are at 11:05 am or 7:05 pm. For tickets and details, check the website nashvillesounds.com.

Daily – Tours of the Ryman Auditorium Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Avenue North. A must-see for anyone visiting Nashville, this National Historic Landmark is best known 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. These same dressing rooms are used by all the biggest stars performing today from Brad Paisley to Bruce Springsteen. Be sure to visit the Hatch Show Gallery and the Gift Shop. The selfguided tour is $14 for adults and $9 for children

Through April 20 – Cheekwood in Bloom Cheekwood Museum of Art, 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Spring is one of the best times to visit Cheekwood as waves of 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. cheekwood.org. 3

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April 1-5 – Nashville Fashion Week Downtown Nashville. A city-wide celebration of Nashville’s thriving fashion and its vast array of creative talent – featuring local, regional and national design talent in fashion events and shows. An all access $350 pass includes reserved seating for all five fashion events, two drink tickets per night, access to Fashion Industry Panels, and a premium gift bag. Individual tickets range from $25–$125. Visit nashvillefashionweek.com for more details.

events April 11-13 – Trails & Trilliums Festival Monteagle, TN. A 3-day annual festival of guided hikes on trails in South Cumberland State Park, workshops, ART for the PARK, native plant sale, appearance by the premier Teddy Roosevelt reprisor in the U.S., and free children’s events including ropes course, hayrides, wildlife, and a Davy Crockett show. Visit trailsandtrilliums.org for more information.

April 5 – Fairgrounds Speedway Opening Race Night Fairgrounds Speedway, 625 Smith Avenue. The season will open with the Southern Super Series Super Late Models, paired with regular divisions of racing. Front Runners, Legends, Pure Stock, Super Street, $1,000 to Win Sportsman, Open Wheel Modifieds, Limited Late Models, Dwarf, Hunters Sand & Gravel Pro-Late Models that will be paying $5,000 to win each race will all compete regularly. See fairgroundsspeedwaynashville.com.

April 12 – 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 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. (615) 663-6060, nashvillecherryblossomfestival.org

April 5, 6 & 8 – Tourney Town™ Music City Center, 201 Fifth Avenue South. A free fan festival celebrating the best in women’s college basketball. Highlights include a pep rally, contests for great prizes, concerts, and sports celebrities. Check ncaa.com/womens-final-four for schedule.

April 12 – EASTerFest South Inglewood Park, 1624 Rebecca Avenue. East Nashville’s longest running community Easter Egg Hunt featuring games, activities and a huge egg hunt for the kids! All activities are free and the community is invited, 11 am –12:30 pm. Rain date April 19.

April 5 – Mid-Tenn Perennial Plant Sale April 12 – 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. Come early for best selection. Perennial Plant Sale: (615) 804-9050, ppsmt.org; Herb & Plant Sale: (615) 370-3356, herbsocietynashville.org

April 15 – WWE Smackdown TV Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. See your favorite superstars including Triple H, Sheamus, Daniel Bryan, The Big Show, The Wyatt Family, The Shield, Kane, Alberto Del Rio, The Divas, and more. Event begins at 7 pm. Tickets are $18.20–$99.50. Visit bridgestonearena.com.

April 6 & 8 – NCAA Women’s Final Four Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. Experience the highest level of women’s college basketball at the National Semifinals game on Sunday and the National Championship game on Tuesday. Tickets are $150–$800, available at ticketmaster.com.

April 17-26 – The Nashville Film Festival 2 Locations: Green Hills Regal Cinemas, 3815 Green Hills Village Drive, and Nissan Multicultural Festival Village at Walk of Fame Park, across the street from the Country Music Hall of Fame. A public festival attended by filmmakers and industry insiders, and an Academy Award short films qualifying event. This 10-day celebration of film features 200 competition films, educational presentations, parties, Walk of Fame Park with free outdoor films nightly and Happy Hour Shorts at Festival Pub. More at nashvillefilmfestival.org. 5

April 11 & 12 – 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. This year’s festival will cover a wide range of genres and will have something for everyone.Tickets $36–$56, available at vanderbilt. edu/ros.

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RED HOT sing Me Back HoMe: Folk roots to tHe Present acm GallERY The permanent, chronological exhibition has been updated to include brand new artifacts from today’s hottest artists including The Band Perry, Luke Bryan, Blake Shelton, Taylor Swift, and others.

The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum has more than doubled in size, making Nashville’s cultural treasure an even greater destination.

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Discover Your countrY DINaH aND FRED GRETScH FamIlY GallERY This new interactive gallery will educate and thrill visitors of all ages. Experience country music like never before through a 40-foot guitar, replica tour bus, recording booth, songwriting stations, and more!

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The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum is operated by the Country Music Foundation, Inc., a non-profit 501(c)(3) educational organization chartered by the State of Tennessee in 1964.

April 19 – 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

events April 26 – Country Music Marathon Downtown Nashville. With a band on course at every mile, runners stay motivated with music pushing them on to the finish line! A two-day Health & Fitness Expo prior to the race features the latest in running technologies, fitness apparel, health and nutrition information, and interactive displays, is free and open to the public. Details at runrocknroll. competitor.com/nashville.

April 19 – 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. Visit the website at nashvillezoo.org for schedule.

April 26 & 27 – Franklin Main Street Festival Downtown Franklin. Saturday 10 am–7 pm (Street Dance continues until 10 pm), Sunday 10 am–6 pm. The free festival will feature more than 200 artisans & crafters, three stages, two carnivals and an international food court. There will also be a full-scale, traditional carnival at First Avenue South. The carnival opens earlier than the festival on Thursday 5–10 pm; Friday and Saturday 10 am– 10 pm; Sunday noon–6 pm. Thursday nights and all day Sunday are “wristband” days at the carnival – a $20 wristband offers unlimited access to the rides. See more at historicfranklin.com.

April 19 – 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. We’ll be hiding over 20,000 eggs, including golden eggs with prizes, so don’t forget to bring your basket! 10 am– 4 pm, cheekwood.org

“ 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

“Great job, heck of a perfrrmance! You just go all out to make sure you do everything just right!” —Charlie Chase, TV Personality

Call for Tickets: (615) 758-0098 www.thenashvilleking.com Texas Troubadour Theater 2416 Music Valley Drive

“A must-see show!” —Country Weekly Magazine

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with special guest St. Lucia on April 25 at 8 pm; Joe Bonamassa on April 26 at 8 pm; Local Natives with Moses Sumney on April 30 at 7:30 pm. Buy tickets from any Ticketmaster location, the Ryman box office or online at ticketmaster.com or ryman. com. Call (615) 458-8700.

April 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 – The Doyle and Debbie Show Zanies Comedy Club, 2025 8th Avenue South. The Doyle and Debbie Show is a hilarious love letter to the country music community and its stars. Not only is the script hysterical, but so are the finelycrafted country songs, such as “Whine Whine Twang Twang” and “Fat Women in Trailers.” The two stars, Bruce Arntson and Jenny Littleton, have the acting and singing chops to carry it all off beautifully. Tickets are $20 with a two item minimum. It is an 18-and-over show that begins at 7 pm. Call (615) 269-0221 for reservations or go to zanies. com. For more information and to hear the music, visit doyleanddebbie.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. This month’s events are The Midtown Men on April 3 at 7 pm, April 4 & 5 at 8 pm; The Firebird (Pied Piper Children’s Series) featuring Enchantment Theatre Company on April 5 at 11 am; B.B. King with special guest Robert Cray Band on Monday, April 7 at 7:30 pm (without orchestra); Distant Worlds: music from Final Fantasy on April 10 at 7:30 pm; Whoopi Goldberg on April 11 at 8 pm (without orchestra); Melissa Etheridge on April 15 at 7:30 pm (without orchestra); Beethoven’s First Piano Concerto on April 18 & 19 at 8 pm; Brandi Carlile with Nashville Symphony on April 22 at 7:30 pm; Mozart Masterpieces (Coffee & Classics Series) on April 25 at 10:30 am; All Mozart! on April 25 & 26 at 8 pm. For tickets, 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 5, 12, 19 & 26 – Bye Bye Liver: The Nashville Drinking Play Blue Bar and Rack Room, 1911 Broadway. Whether it’s the girl we all know that should never, ever drink liquor, the mind-reading piano player who can make or break an evening with a song, or the pack of girls who always go to the bathroom in a group, it’s all in this fast-paced sketch comedy that takes a satirical look at the drinking culture. The show includes audience participation as well! Games have audience members choosing sides in Would You Rather, guessing songs in Name That Tune, or even finding love as the compatibility of different contestants is tested in Match Maker. It is “2 parts comedy, 1 part social games, mixed and served.” Tickets are $12 each. Must be 21 or over. Call 1-800650-6449 or go to byebyeliver.com/nashville.

April at the Ryman Auditorium The historic Ryman Auditorium is located downtown at 116 Fifth Avenue North and has been named Pollstar’s Concert Industry Theatre of the Year three times, most recently in 2011, and was voted 2009 Venue of the Year by the Academy of Country Music. Concerts and events this month are Vince Gill & Friends on April 1 at 7:30 pm; NCAA Women’s Final Four Salute On Tour Premiere on April 4 at 6:30 pm; Weezer with The Last Internationale on April 5 at 8 pm and April 6 at 8 pm; Mandisa and Brandon Heath with Lindsay McCaul on Sunday, April 13 at 7 pm; Nickel Creek with special guests The Secret Sisters on April 18 at 8 pm; Rob Thomas on April 22 at 7:30 pm; Santana on April 23 at 7:30 pm; Foster The People 8

April 6, 13, 20 & 27 – 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. (615) 255-3307, stationinn.com

April 9, 16, 23 and 30 – Music City Roots The Loveless Barn, 8400 Highway 100. Wednesday night’s weekly, two-hour live radio show showcases Nashville’s rich music scene, from country to Americana. $10 general admission; $5 children ages 6–18; Free for 5 and under; $5 students 19

performing arts and older with valid college ID. Get details and tickets at musiccityroots.com.

pated rhythms, punchy horns, and pop melodies. General admission tickets are $26, available at ticketmaster.com. 8 pm, (615) 361-5639, nashville auditorium.com

April 10 through May 11 – Lyle the Crocodile Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton. A joyful, hilarious stage adaptation of the picture book classic, where the Primm family finds a crocodile living in the bathtub. He’s caviar-eating, saxophone-playing, loveable Lyle the Crocodile! For tickets and showtime information, call the Box Office at (615) 252-4675 or visit nashvillechildrenstheatre.org.

April 12 – B.J. Thomas The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin. B.J. Thomas has one of the most distinctive voices in American pop music, a reassuringly masculine timbre conveyed with a smattering of unique embellishments that represent pop culture. Showtime is 8 pm, tickets are $52 and $67, and available at franklintheatre.com.

April 11-15 – Otello James K. Polk Theater, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. Shakespeare’s famous play about a great leader destroyed by his own uncontrollable jealousy and desire is matched by one of Verdi’s greatest musical scores to create an unforgettable evening of opera. Sung in Italian with projected English translations. Tickets are $21.50–$97.50. For more information, call (615) 782-4040 or visit tpac.org or nashvilleopera.org.

April 12 – Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood War Memorial Auditorium, 301 Sixth Avenue North. These two sharp-witted stars of the Emmy nominated Who’s Line Is It Anyway? have teamed up to present an evening of extraordinary improvisational comedy. The interactive show calls audience members to the stage to participate in the fun. Tickets start at $35. Showtime is 7:30 pm. Call (615) 782-4040 or visit wmarocks.com.

April 12 – The Family Stone Nashville Municipal Auditorium, 417 Fourth Avenue North. Sly & The Family Stone was the first fully integrated group in rock’s history, and that mix shone through their music with ingenious arrangements filled with unexpected group vocals, synco-

Through April 12 – Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat The Larry Keeton Theatre, 108 Donelson Pike. The Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes to vibrant life in this delightful musical parable. Set to an engaging cornucopia of musical styles, from country-western and calypso to bubble-gum pop and rock ‘n’ roll, this Old Testament

Blair School of Music Concert Series April 5 at 8:00 p.m. in Steve & Judy Turner Recital Hall Carolyn Huebl, violin, and Mark Wait, piano, perform works by Franck, Schubert and Bolcom April 7 at 8:00 p.m. in Ingram Hall Blair Brass Quintet performs works from a range of eras, from J.S. Bach to the 21st century April 9 at 8:00 p.m. in Steve & Judy Turner Recital Hall Living Sounds: Students show off pieces they have written this semester with acclaimed composer Richard Danielpour

information: blair.vanderbilt.edu

April 13 at 3:00 p.m. in Ingram Hall Violinist Christian Teal performs his final concert as a member of the Blair School’s faculty April 17 at 8:00 p.m. in Steve & Judy Turner Recital Hall The music of BMI Composer-in-Residence Elliott Schwartz April 19 at 8:00 p.m. in Ingram Hall The Appalachian Celebration, spotlighting the best in folk music

tale emerges both timely and timeless. Dinner and show $18–$27, show only $13–$22. Call (615) 8838375 or visit thelarrykeetontheatre.org.

Through April 12 – Tennessee Repertory Theatre presents Company Andrew Johnson Theater, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. The clashing sounds and pulsing rhythms of New York City underscore this multiple Tony Award winner from Stephen Sondheim. Contemporary and relevant as ever, while featuring a brilliant energetic score containing many of Sondheim’s best-loved songs. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays at 6:30 pm, Fridays at 7:30 pm, Saturdays at 2:30 and 7:30 pm. For tickets and more information go to tpac.org.

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April 14 – The Milk Carton Kids Belcourt Theatre, 2102 Belcourt Avenue. The talented and funny Milk Carton Kids delight traditionalists and newcomers to the folk movement alike. Garrison Keillor has called them “absolute geniuses in close-harmony.” Showtime is at 8 pm, tickets are $20, and available online at belcourt.org.

Through April 20 – Wicked Andrew Johnson Theater, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. Winner of over 50 major awards, Wicked is “Broadway’s biggest blockbuster” (The New York Times). Long before that girl from Kansas arrives in Munchkinland, two girls meet in the land of Oz. How they grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good makes for terrific entertainment. For showtimes and tickets call (615) 782-4040 or online at tpac.org.

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Through April 24-26 – Kevin Nealon Zanies Comedy Night Club, 2025 8th Avenue South. Nealon is best known for his nine-year stint on Saturday Night Live, and his role in the Showtime series, Weeds. Tickets are $25. Call (615) 269-0221 for showtimes or check zanies.com.

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April 27 – Jazz on the Move Concert Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway. The Nashville Jazz Workshop and the Frist Center for the Visual Arts present Sandra Dudley singing Carmen McRae as part of their popular jazz performance and education series, free and open to the public, at 3 pm. Those attending will be able to visit the Frist’s exhibits free of charge with discounted parking. page 28 11

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dining Aquarium Restaurant 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

Cantina Laredo 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 the 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. Many guest stars appear 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. Dinner and show is $39.95, show only is $26. Tour groups welcome. (615) 885-4747, nashvillenightlife.com

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Opry Backstage Grill 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.

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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

Two Twenty • Two Grill and Catering 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.

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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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). cluding 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.

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.

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. (includes their outlet store, The Great Escape 1/2-Price-Or-Less Store), (615) 385-2116; and near Opry Mills at 111-B Gallatin Road North at Old Hickory Boulevard, (615) 8658052. Open 10 am–9 pm, Monday–Saturday and 11 am–7 pm, Sunday. Need cash? The Great Escape also buys!

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, DVDs and CDs, souvenirs, Hatch Show Prints, and exhibit related merchandise. To participate in autograph signings, you must purchase artist-related product as specified by the signing guidelines.

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shopping 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.

Opry Mills Mall Tennessee’s largest outlet and value retail shopping, dining and entertainment destination with more than 200 stores, including several first-inmarket 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.

The Johnny Cash Museum Store 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.

Nashville Flea Market – April 25-27 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. Admission is free; parking $5. nashvilleexpocenter.org

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 and country music’s contemporary culture for a shopping experience like no other.

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attractions Adventure Science Center 800 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. Belle Meade Plantation 5025 Harding Road. Listed as one of America’s grandest mansions by Arthur Frommer’s Budget Travel magazine, this 1853 Greek Revival mansion s the place where the bloodlines of Seabiscuit, Secretariat, War Admiral and Funny Cide started. Living History programs are featured daily. Most of the demonstrations will center around the Frontier Life era 1790–1820. Demonstrations vary and include gardening, blacksmithing and cooking. Restaurant and gift shop on property. Call (615) 356-0501 or log on to bellemeadeplantation.com. Belmont Mansion 1700 Acklen Avenue, Belmont College Campus. This 1850’s Italianate villa has long been recognized as one of the most elaborate and unusual homes in the South. Hours: Monday–Saturday, 10 am– 4 pm, Sunday, 1– 4 pm, closed all major holidays. Call (615) 460-5459 or go to belmontmansion.com for more information. Bicentennial Mall State Park 600 James Robertson Parkway. The Bicentennial Mall is a public park, with statues, monuments, fountains, trails, bell towers, and an amphitheater. The scenery and atmosphere give visitors a taste of Tennessee’s history, geology, and scenic wonder. Walk along a timeline inscribed with tidbits of Tennessee history. The wall of history breaks up during the Civil War, representing the breakup of the United States. Then, in 1865, the wall lines back up again, showing reunification after the war ended. Each of the 31 erupting geyser fountains represent one of Tennessee major rivers. The war monument, an 18,000-pound granite globe, floating on water and rotating, pays tribute to the 5,631 Tennesseans killed during World War II. 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 ½ day rentals. Call 615-920-1388 or visit www.bikethe greenway.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, events shelter, sand volleyball courts, 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. In the summer and fall there are themed art installations in the gardens that change annually. Open Tuesday–Sunday 9 am–5 pm. Admission is $14 for adults; $12 for seniors (65+), $10 for college students with ID; $7 for youth 3 to 17, and free to children ages 2 and under. There is a 50% discount for military personnel with current ID. Parking $3. Special rates are offered for group 23

attractions tours. Call (615) 353-9827 for details. See the website at cheekwood.org. Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum 222 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. The current exhibit Reba: All the Women That I Am chronicles the life of one of country music’s most successful Renaissance women, from childhood performances through her induction in the Country Music Hall of Fame. The highlight is a collection of Reba’s costumes, spanning her entire career. Other items include a check stub to The McEntires for a performance in 1971; report cards; awards ranging from ribbons for childhood athletic competitions to Grammy, CMA and ACM trophies; and items reflecting her status as an icon, including a Reba Barbie and Reba lunchbox. Open daily 9 am–5 pm. Tickets are $24 for adults and $17 for youth (ages 6 to 17) for the Gold Package and $35 for adults and $26 for

youth for the Platinum Package, which also includes a tour of historic RCA Studio B, where Elvis and others recorded over 35,000 songs. Then shop at the Museum Store and savor a made-from-scratch meal at Two Twenty • Two Grill and Catering. Call (615) 416-2001 for more information or log onto country musichalloffame.com. Fort Nashborough 170 First Avenue North. This reconstruction of the original settlement of Nashville is authentic in many details, reflecting the lifestyle of frontier pioneers in the late 1700s. Located in Riverfront Park, the self-guided tour facility is convenient to shopping, restaurants, hotels and museums in downtown Nashville. Franklin On Foot Tours Downtown Franklin. Join one of our dynamic tour guides and explore Franklin’s fascinating history and sometimes scandalous past, either by foot or on two wheels. Various tours are available, including the most popular Ghost Tour. Franklin is just crawlin’ with ghosts – and we’re the ones who know the stories behind each tragic tale. Visit franklinonfoot.com for more details and call (615) 400-3808 to make your reservation.

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The Frist Center for the Visual Arts 919 Broadway. The downtown attraction features many traveling exhibitions, and focuses on art education for the community, children and adults. Open Monday–Wednesday and Saturday 10 am– 5:30 pm, Thursday and Friday 10 am–9 pm and Sunday 1–5:30 pm. For more information, call (615) 244-3340 or go to fristcenter.org. See current exhibit information on page 30.

General Jackson Showboat Climb aboard the General Jackson Showboat for a unique entertainment experience! This 300-foot paddlewheel riverboat cruises the Cumberland River offering fantastic shows and delicious meals. Sumptuous Southern fare as well as an entertaining show are included on the evening cruise. For tickets and more information call (615) 458-3900 or buy online at generaljackson.com. Grand Ole Opry 2804 Opryland Drive. The world’s longest-running live radio show features the best in country, bluegrass, comedy and more. Artists scheduled to appear this month include Phil Vassar, Restless Heart, Josh Thompson, B.J. Thomas, The Swon Brothers, Hunter Hayes, Sam Palladio, Terri Clark, The Band Perry (pictured), Easton Corbin, Tracy Lawrence, The Henningsens, Pam Tillis, and many more! Shows: Tuesday & Friday, 7 pm; Saturday, 7 pm & 9:30 pm. For tickets, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY. Grand Ole Opry House Backstage Tours 2804 Opryland Drive. Guided tours offer visitors an up-close look at the celebrated 4,400-seat 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-ina-lifetime experience, try our Behind the Curtain VIP tour. For more information, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY.

ters and the church that Jackson built for his family. Special garden and farm tours are given seasonally as well as tours through active archaeology sites. Shop the museum store for unique gifts and dine in the delightful restaurant. Admission is $19 for adults, $16 for seniors, $14 for students 13–18, $9 for children 6–12 and children under 6 are free. A family pass for 2 adults and 2 children is $45. Active military are admitted free (ID required). (615) 8892941, thehermitage.com. Historic Mansker’s Station Frontier Life Center 705 Caldwell Drive, in Moss-Wright Park, Good lettsville. This staffed, living history site represents

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attractions the station built by Kasper Mansker in the late 18th-century. Six times a year, artisans, craftsmen and volunteers populate the station for a weekend, giving a true representation of pioneer life. A tour begins inside the Bowen House, a plantation house of the era, with a short history film of both sites. Tours of the house and station are $5 for adults and $3 for students. Group rates available. Call (615) 859-FORT (3678) for more information. 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 country musichalloffame.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 international 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. A MURDER MYSTERY

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. Open 11 am –7 pm seven days a week. For more information call (615) 256-1777 or see johnnycashmuseum.com. Lane Motor Museum 702 Murfreesboro Pike. (615) 742-7445. 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! Over 45 marques representing North and South America, Asia, and Europe – definitely not your typical car museum! Open Thursday–Monday, 10 am–5 pm. Admission is $9 for adults, $6 for seniors (age 65+), $3 for youth (ages 6–17) and free for kids ages 5 and under. Call 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. Mel O’Drama Murder Mystery Unique ‘fun & family’ theatre focused on comedy that will have you laughing like you’ve never laughed before. Full of singing, dancing & audience interaction, brought to your location or finding a special location to accommodate your tour group, family and friends – you choose. Shows change every 3 months. Check out locations where we are performing at melodramatheater.org or call (615) 417-2034. 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

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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 $39.95, show only is $26. Don’t miss this Nashville tradition. Tour groups are welcome. Call (615) 885-4747 for information and reservations or go to nashville nightlife.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. Take a spin on the Wild Animal Carousel, and enjoy DinoTrek, a hair-raising adventure featuring lifelike dinosaurs. Step back in time and tour the 19th century Grassmere Historic Home and Farm. Run wild on the humongous Jungle Gym playground, 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. See current exhibit on page 30.

Ryman Auditorium 116 Fifth Avenue North. 2003, 2004 and 2011 Pollstar Concert Industry Awards “Theater Of The Year” and 2009 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) 889-3060, visit the Ryman Box Office, or ryman.com. Monthly event schedule on page 8.

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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. Take the selfguided tour where you’ll discover the divine inspiration behind the building’s construction as the Union Gospel Tabernacle in the 1880’s in the welcome video. Self-guided tours are $14 for adults, and $9 for children ages 4–11. Backstage tours are $18 and $13. To buy tour tickets, go to ryman.com or call (615) 889-3060. Tennessee Performing Arts Center 505 Deaderick Street, downtown. TPAC is home to the Nashville Symphony, the Nashville Opera, the Tennessee Repertory Theatre, the Nashville Ballet and the Tennessee State Museum. There are three performance venues, named for the three U.S. presidents who hailed from Tennessee (Andrew Jackson Hall, James K. Polk Theater and Andrew Johnson Theater). For tickets or schedule, call Ticketmaster at 255-ARTS (2787); for administration call 782-4000. Website is tpac.org. 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 of the Capitol every hour, on the 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

attractions 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. Current exhibit info on page 30.

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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$4 admission/donation – children 12 and under free

galleries & exhibits ongoing: Call or check websites for more info, hours and admission.

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. (615) 356-8000, cheekwood.org

reconstructs the lives of several enslaved people, giving them names, faces, and details of what happened to them before, during, and after the Civil War. (615) 741-2692, tnmuseum.org.

the month of april: April 4 – First Friday Franklin Art Crawl Downtown Franklin. Charming shops and galleries, live music and refreshments make Franklin a great place to be from 6 to 9 pm. franklinartscene.com

Centennial Art Center 25th Avenue North & Park Plaza in Centennial Park. Contemporary art from local and regional artists. (615) 862-8442, nashville.gov/cac

April 5 – First Saturday Art Crawl Downtown Nashville. A festive atmosphere with participating venues from Fifth Avenue of the Arts to the Historic Arcade to 8th Avenue to Broadway from 6 to 9 pm. nashvilledowntown.com/play

Through May 11 at The Frist Center for the Visual Arts 919 Broadway. Frank Lloyd Wright: Building the Imperial Hotel explores how a single Western architect approached the melding of Japanese and Western aesthetics to create a hotel that was intended to symbolize both cultural exchange and Japan’s modernity. Looking East: Western Artists and the Allure of Japan explores the fruitful encounter between East and West by showing Japanese ukiyo-e prints and decorative arts alongside the paintings and prints of Mary Cassatt, Edgar Degas, Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, Edvard Munch and the furniture of Frank Lloyd Wright. Lain York: Selections from the National Gallery presents recent works that were inspired by eighteenth-and nineteenth-century texts, political cartoons, and engravings. (615) 244-3340, fristcenter.org

April 5-30 – Art. Film. Fashion. The Arts Company, 215 Fifth Avenue North. An art and theatre installation with whirling dervishes by Tres Taylor called rEVOLution of Joy, and Nashville Welcomes Fashion – new paintings by Devin Crane. (615) 254-2040, theartscompany.com

April 5-26 – Contemporary Group Show The Rymer Gallery, 233 Fifth Avenue North. Works by Marcus Durkheim, Celeste Rapone, and Herb Williams. (615) 752-6030, therymergallery.com

Through April 12 – The Landscape: Views and Variations Haynes Galleries, 1600 Division Street. This tour de force show features the work of dozens of renowned Contemporary Realists from around the globe. Also paintings of Rooftops: Big Cities and Small Towns. (615) 312-7000, haynesgalleries.com

Through August 17 at the Parthenon Museum 2600 West End Avenue. The James M. Cowan Collection – 63 paintings by 19th and 20th-century American artists, emphasizing the landscape and seascape. (615) 862-8431, parthenon.org

Through April 26 – Paintings & Mixed Media Zeitgeist Gallery, 516 Hagan Street. Lars Strandh presents meticulously painted works of beauty in which layers and layers of thinly applied hues come together as skeins of unified color. Harmony of the Spheres by Kevin Cooley and Phillip Andrew Lewis combine sound, video, and smashed vinyl to present the creation of the universe. (615) 256-4805, zietgeist.com

Through August 31 at Tennessee State Museum 505 Deaderick Street. Slaves and Slaveholders of Wessyngton Plantation – A groundbreaking exhibit about the slaves and slaveholders who worked and resided at a distinctive plantation in Tennessee. Through first and third person accounts, the exhibit 30