APSU’s Candlelight Ball to return next May
October 22, 2020
Clarksville, TN – Last spring, the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic caused Austin Peay State University (APSU) to cancel its premier social event, the Candlelight Ball, for the first time in 36 years.
The ball, which raises money for vital student scholarships, is set to return next spring, and organizers are working to keep the annual celebration from suffering another disruption.
The 2019 (pre-COVID-19 pandemic) Austin Peay State University Candlelight Ball. (APSU)
APSU students turn professor’s short story collection into audio book
October 21, 2020
Clarksville, TN – An Austin Peay State University (APSU) fiction writer has teamed up with the APSU Department of Theatre and Dance on an audiobook project that will help raise money for deserving students.
Austin Peay State University professor of languages and literature Barry Kitterman. (APSU)
Austin Peay State University students’ video about the 24 Hours Animation Contest goes viral on TikTok
October 21, 2020
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University (APSU) animation students made it as finalists in a 24 Hours Animation Contest then earned more than 2 million views on a behind-the-scenes TikTok video.
A screen capture from the team’s 24 hours video. (APSU)
Planters Bank Presents… “What Lies Beneath” at the Roxy Regional Theatre, Friday
October 19, 2020
Clarksville, TN – On Friday, October 23rd, 2020, get into the Halloween spirit this weekend when Planters Bank Presents…
In this supernatural horror thriller starring Michelle Pfeiffer and Harrison Ford, it has been a year since Dr. Norman Spencer betrayed his beautiful wife Claire. But with Claire oblivious to the truth and the affair over, Norman’s life and marriage seem perfect — so perfect that when Claire tells him of hearing mysterious voices and seeing a young woman’s wraith-like image in their home, he dismisses her mounting terror as delusion.
What Lies Beneath
Gateway Chamber Orchestra brings together Great Music, Engaging Stories, Music Learning for Area School Children
October 19, 2020
Clarksville, TN – The Gateway Chamber Orchestra (GCO) mission includes serving the community in innovative ways, bringing musical culture to those around them.
Even during the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic, the GCO has found new ways to achieve this goal.
Gateway Chamber Orchestra selfie photo collage.
Roxy Regional School of the Arts November Open Enrollment going on now
October 18, 2020
Clarksville, TN – If time keeps slipping away and you once again missed the registration deadline for our Roxy Regional School of the Arts, then we have great news for you!
We are now offering open enrollment in our Roxy Regional School of the Arts for the month of November to fill a limited number of remaining slots. So for those of you interested in honing your craft or discovering a new passion, don’t miss this chance!
Please note that the semester is already in progress, and these classes will begin the week of November 2nd, 2020.
Roxy Regional Theatre School of the Arts students performing in 2019’s production of Disney’s Alice in Wonderland, Jr.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Fright on Franklin becomes drive-thru trick-or-treating at Liberty Park
October 15, 2020
Health and safety of citizens remains a top priority
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department is adapting their annual Halloween event, Fright on Franklin, into a drive-thru trick-or-treating experience due to the ongoing COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic.
Fright on Franklin Liberty Park presented by Altra Federal Credit Union will be held from 1:00pm-4:00pm on Saturday, October 31st, 2020. Visitors will experience Halloween throughout Liberty Park as numerous local businesses distribute candy along the route. Visitors are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes but will not be allowed to leave their vehicles.
APSU waives ACT, SAT, GRE tests for 2021 Summer, Fall Admission
October 13, 2020
Clarksville, TN – It’s now easier than ever to apply to Austin Peay State University (APSU). That’s because the University is again waiving standardized test requirements – the ACT, SAT and GRE – for any student applying for undergraduate or graduate admission for the summer and fall 2021 terms.
Campus of Austin Peay State University. (APSU)
Planters Bank Presents… “Judy” at the Roxy Regional Theatre, Friday
October 12, 2020
Clarksville, TN – On Friday, October 16th, 2020, at 7:00pm, get to know the legend behind the rainbow when Planters Bank Presents… Renee Zellweger’s unforgettable portrait of showbiz legend Judy Garland in JUDY at the Roxy Regional Theatre.
Thirty years after starring in The Wizard of Oz, beloved actress and singer Judy Garland arrives in London to perform sold-out shows at the Talk of the Town nightclub. While there, she reminisces with friends and fans and begins a whirlwind romance with musician Mickey Deans, her soon-to-be fifth husband.
“Judy” to be shown at the Roxy Regional Theatre this Friday
Austin Peay State University chemistry professor Leslie Hiatt turns glass door into Light Board for Online Teaching
October 4, 2020
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University (APSU) chemistry professor Dr. Leslie Hiatt spent some of the summer transforming a scrapped glass door into a learning tool for students forced to take online classes during the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic.
Austin Peay State University chemistry professor Dr. Leslie Hiatt built a light board to help with online lectures. (APSU)
