11th Annual “FROLIC ON FRANKLIN: A Celebration of the Arts” to be held this Saturday, September 24th
September 21, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Historic Downtown Clarksville is gearing up for the 11th Annual “FROLIC ON FRANKLIN: A Celebration of the Arts” on Saturday, September 24th, from 8:30am to 3:30pm. This free event will showcase the works of more than 30 artists, staged entertainment and art demonstrations — all along the 100 block of historic Franklin Street.
A variety of original fine art, as well as handmade crafts, will be on display including paintings and photography, jewelry, clay garden items, woodwork, purses and scarves, pottery, candles, jewelry, woven and knitted items, and seasonal gifts. Items will be for sale with prices ranging from $2.00 to $500.00.
11th Annual “Frolic on Franklin” is set for September 24th, 2016.
“Million Dollar Quartet” Raises the Curtain on Season 34 at the Roxy Regional Theatre, September 16th – October 15th
September 15, 2016
Clarksville, TN – On December 4th, 1956, an extraordinary twist of fate brought music icons Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis, Tennessee, for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever.
This fall, the Roxy Regional Theatre offers a glimpse inside the recording studio on that legendary night with an unforgettable evening of red-hot rock ‘n’ roll hits including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Fever,” “Walk the Line,” “Sixteen Tons,” “Who Do You Love?,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On,” “Hound Dog” and more.
(clockwise from top left) “Stephen Shore, Marek Sapieyevski, Oliver Pierce and Nick Abbott star as Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Elvis Presley and Carl Perkins in “Million Dollar Quartet” at the Roxy Regional Theatre, September 16th – October 15th”
“Kit Kat Club” Presents a Musical Journey through the ’30s at the Roxy Regional Theatre, August 26th – September 10th
August 23, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Despite global panic in the 1930s, people found themselves rallying the only way they knew how — through music. Famed composer of the period Ira Gershwin once said, “A song without music is a lot like H2 without the O.”
Leading in to Season 34, the Roxy Regional Theatre is presenting a musical journey through the decade, cabaret style, with the new musical revue “Kit Kat Club”, August 26th – September 10th.
Created by Ryan Bowie and Sidney McCarty and directed by Bowie, this new musical revue is being presented as part of the Roxy’s “On The Terrazzo” Series, which features performances in the intimate setting of the theatre’s lobby.
(Top L to R) Katherine Sandoval Taylor, Reyna Bolton and Emily Rourke star in the Roxy Regional Theatre’s “Kit Kat Club”.
“Smokey Joe’s Cafe” at the Roxy Regional Theatre raises the roof
August 12, 2016
Clarksville, TN – “Smokey Joe’s Cafe” at the Roxy Regional Theatre is powerful, stunning and a roaring good time. The Roxy has put together a great cast of outstanding vocalists to pay tribute to early rock songwriting superstars Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller.
The longest running musical revue in Broadway history, this Tony Award-nominated and Grammy Award-winning production pays tribute to over three dozen of the greatest songs ever recorded during the golden age of American culture.
Clarksville Community Centers to hold Open Houses this Saturday, August 6th
August 4, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Have you visited your local Recreation Centers lately? On Saturday, August 6th, we open our doors for you to come in and check us out for FREE.
Visitors are invited to take a facility tour; participate in fitness activities to include volleyball, basketball, and the silver fitness program; learn about upcoming events and register-to-win prizes. The first 40 visitors to each Center will receive a free gift bag!
Burt-Cobb Community Center
Now Enrolling for Roxy Regional School of the Arts, Beginning Fall Session on Saturday, September 10th
August 3, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Calling all aspiring young thespians! Pre-registration is now open for the Roxy Regional Theatre’s School of the Arts.
Since 1995, the Roxy Regional Theatre has been introducing youth ages 10 to 18 to the experience of live theatre and expanding their knowledge of the craft through the School of the Arts, which has brought such productions to the main-stage as “Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr.”, “Aladdin Jr.”, “101 Dalmatians Kids”, “The Jungle Book Jr.” and this season’s “Shrek The Musical Jr”.
Roxy Regional School of the Arts production of Shrek The Musical Jr.
Roxy Regional Theatre has Admission Special for “Smokey Joe’s Cafe” this Thursday, July 28th
July 27, 2016
Clarksville, TN – “Fools fall in love” and you will, too, with the Roxy Regional Theatre’s buy-one-get-one-free admission for military (w/ ID), current APSU students (w/ ID) and CitySaver coupon holders to “Smokey Joe’s Cafe” this Thursday, July 28th at 7:00pm.
The longest running musical revue in Broadway history, this Tony Award-nominated and Grammy Award-winning production pays tribute to over three dozen of the greatest songs ever recorded during the golden age of American culture.
“Smokey Joe’s Cafe” at the Roxy Regional Theatre runs from now through August 20th.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for July 16th, 2016
July 17, 2016
Clarksville, TN – The weekly Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department Recreation Report provides Clarksvillians with a glimpse at the activities and events that are available from the Parks and Recreation Department for them to enjoy together as a family.
This weeks highlights include: Wonder Kids Triathlon, Book Signing at Fort Defiance Interpretive Center, and Burt-Cobb Community Center “Let’s Just Dance”.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation to host “Let’s Just Dance” Teen Event at Burt-Cobb Recreation Center
July 14, 2016
Clarksville, TN – On July 22nd at 7:00pm, the Burt-Cobb Community Center, located at 1011 Franklin Street, will expand its offerings to the community by hosting a new teen event, “Let’s Just Dance.”
Teens, ages 13-17, are invited to come dance and party in a safe environment with friends from 7:00pm to 10:00pm.
“Let’s Just Dance” Teen Event to be held at Burt-Cobb Recreation Center on July 22nd.
Rock ‘n’ Roll to ’50s Favorites at “Smokey Joe’s Cafe” at the Roxy Regional Theatre, July 22nd – August 20th
July 13, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Songwriters Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller penned the music that defined a generation, including such iconic songs from the 1950s and ’60s as “Hound Dog,” “Stand by Me,” “Yakety Yak,” “Jailhouse Rock,” “Spanish Harlem,” “On Broadway,” “Love Potion #9” and “Fools Fall in Love.”
This summer, the work of that legendary team will be celebrated in the Roxy Regional Theatre’s production of “Smokey Joe’s Cafe”, running July 22nd through August 20th.
The longest running musical revue in Broadway history, this Tony Award-nominated and Grammy Award-winning production pays tribute to over three dozen of the greatest songs ever recorded during the golden age of American culture.
