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Greater Nashville October 2019
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Your Nashville Symphony
Live at the Schermerhorn
AHMAD
JAMAL
october 10 & 11 october 18
BRAHMS’
HALLOWEEN MOVIE NIGHT
VIOLIN
CONCERTO SILENT FILM WITH ORGAN
performed by Peter Krasinski
october 25 to 27 october 30
MU SIC &
MEMORIES
of the Gentle Giant
october 31 to november 2 november 7 to 9
november 14 & 15 november 16
SERIES WITH
PARTNERS SUPPORT FROM
615.687.6400 | NashvilleSymphony.org
Ahmad Jamal and Metropolis presented without orchestra.
nashville
events
backstage exhibit celebrating Dolly’s 50 years of
t h i s m o n t h ’s f e a t u re
Opry membership. For a limited time, see iconic
TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, FRIDAYS & wardrobe pieces worn by Dolly herself, as well as
SATURDAYS the stories behind these classics. For more infor-
Grand Ole Opry mation, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY.
Grand Ole Opry shows are performed every
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. TUESDAYS THROUGH SUNDAYS
Since 1925, country’s best have mesmerized TN State Museum Highlights Tours
audiences at the Opry, the show that made TN State Museum, 1000 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard.
country music famous. While performanc- Our free Museum Highlights tour is a great way
es from both legendary entertainers and to see some never-before-seen artifacts and hear
the latest country music acts are the norm, some of the great stories of Tennessee history.
when you go to the Opry, you’ll also enjoy 2–2:45 pm (except for holidays). tnmuseum.org
bluegrass bands, comedy, and more. See OCTOBER 1
the new stars, superstars, and legends of Open House at Dyer Observatory
country music on the stage where many of 1000 Oman Drive. Astronomers offer free tours of
them got their start and some are experi- the observatory including the Seyfert telescope.
encing the thrill for the very first time. Artists The format is “open house” so you may arrive and
scheduled to appear this month include depart any time. For guided tours, make advance
the Charlie Daniels Band, Craig Morgan, reservations online. Suggested for ages 8 and up.
Dustin Lynch, Scotty McCreery, Jimmie dyer.vanderbilt.edu
Allen, Crystal Gayle, Ashley McBryde, The
OCTOBER 1-6, 8-13, 15-20, 22-25
Mavericks (pictured), Colt Ford, Oak Ridge
Boys, and more! For Opry tickets and infor-
Cheekwood Harvest
Cheekwood Estate & Gardens, 1200 Forrest Park
mation visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY.
Drive. You’ll find activities and experiences de-
signed to appeal to kids, adults and families alike,
making this six-week celebration the perfect time
for a peaceful solo stroll, a crisp fall family day, or
an afternoon date. cheekwood.org
OCTOBER 3
Gulch Night Market
11th Avenue South and Laurel Street. Enjoy
Nashville’s Gulch area with local artisans, food
and drink vendors, entertainment, and a live DJ.
DAILY
Free admission, and dogs are welcome. 3–9 pm.
Grand Ole Opry House Backstage Tours
gulchnightmarket.com
Guided tours of the Grand Ole Opry House offer
visitors an up-close look at the celebrated 4,400- OCTOBER 3-12
seat venue and country’s most famous show, in- Nashville Film Festival
cluding themed dressing rooms, the artists’ en- Regal Hollywood Theaters, 719 Thompson Lane.
trance, the Opry stage, and more. Daytime tours The Nashville Film Festival (NashFilm) is a glob-
are available seven days a week, featuring an all ally-recognized non-profit organization and cul-
new immersive video experience. Tours are also tural event presenting the best in world cinema,
available following most Opry performances with American independent films and documentaries
video tour guide Darius Rucker. For a once-in-a- by veteran masters, up-and-coming directors, and
lifetime experience, try our Behind the Curtain VIP first-time filmmakers. This year’s selections include
tour. Also through the end of October, see Dolly: Alice, The Best of Dorien B.,The Body Remembers
My Opry Memories, a one-of-a-kind exclusive When the World Broke Open, Burning Cane, Dirty
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God, Eternal Winter, Retrospekt, Saint Frances, events
Watch List and This World Won’t Break. The films
represent a broad global view of the human con- OCTOBER 5
dition through stories of strength, struggle and re- Celebrate Nashville Cultural Festival
demption. nashvillefilmfestival.org Centennial Park, 2600 West End Avenue. This free
event provides an opportunity for intercultural dia-
OCTOBER 3, 5, 8, 10, 19, 22, 24, 29, 31
logue through a Nashville festival experience and
Nashville Predators
features a variety of dance and musical perfor-
Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. Enjoy NHL hock-
mances on different stages, food vendors offering
ey in Smashville at 7 pm on Oct. 3 vs. Minnesota
authentic and exotic tastes from around the world,
Wild; Oct. 5 vs. Detroit Red Wings; Oct. 8 vs. San
hands-on children’s activities, a teen area, a mar-
Jose Sharks; Oct. 10 vs. Washington Capitals;
ketplace, and more! celebratenashville.org
Oct. 19 vs. Florida Panthers; Oct. 22 vs. Anaheim
Ducks; Oct. 24 vs. Minnesota Wild; Oct. 29 vs. OCTOBER 5
Chicago Blackhawks; Oct. 31 vs. Calgary Flames. Fairgrounds Speedway
predators.nhl.com 625 Smith Avenue. Come out and join us for
Breast Cancer Awareness Night. Wear pink and
OCTOBER 4
get $2 off your admission! Gates open at 4:30
Public Star Party
pm, Happy Hour is 5–6 pm, and the green flag
Bells Bend Outdoor Center, 4187 Old Hickory
will fall at 5:45 pm. Admission: Adults $10; Senior
Blvd. Join the Barnard-Seyfert Astronomical
& Military $8; Kids (6–12) $5; free for 5 and under.
Society from 8–10 pm as they set up telescopes
fairgroundsspeedwaynashville.com
for everyone to enjoy the view of the winter night
sky! In case of cloudy weather, a free program on OCTOBER 6
the night sky will be presented inside the Nature Nashville Harvest Festival
Center. bsasnashville.com City Winery Nashville, 609 Lafayette Street. The
winery’s outdoor space will feature a live mu-
OCTOBER 4, 8, 18, 23
sic stage, grape-stomping stations, wine tast-
The Huckabee Show
ings, wine pong and more. Guests will be able
30 Music Village Boulevard, Hendersonville.
to meet and chat with local winemaker Robert
Be part of a live studio audience and enjoy
Kowal, enjoy tours of our urban winery and try
news, music, entertainment and fun with former
award-winning wines from all over the world!
Governor of Arkansas, Mike Huckabee and his spe-
nashvilleharvestfestival.com
cial guests! Tickets are free. For ages 16+. Seating
at 6:30 pm. Walk-ins welcome! Register online or
call 833-HUCKABEE for more info. huckabeetix.tv music at the
OCTOBER 5 wineries
Cornelia Fort Pickin’ Party
Cornelia Fort Airpark, 2640 Airpark Drive. If you Pack a picnic, bring your friends, lawn chairs
enjoy great bluegrass, local craft beer, and good and/or blankets, and enjoy free music in local
food then this event is for you! The festival com- vineyards. Wines available for purchase.
bines the tastes and talents of East Nashville. FRIDAYS THRU SUNDAYS
Musicians are encouraged to bring any of their Arrington Vineyards
bluegrass instruments and play into the night. 6211 Patton Road, Arrington. Music in the
corneliafortpickinparty.org Vines features live jazz in the courtyard by the
OCTOBER 5 main tasting lodge, and bluegrass bands by
Lace Up for Literacy the Grand Barn. Saturdays 4–8 pm, Sundays
Vanderbilt University Field House, 2700 Children’s 2–6 pm. arringtonvineyards.com
Way. A celebration of students and loved ones OCTOBER 5, 19
who have been impacted by a learning disability. Beachaven Winery
There will be a Family Fun Zone with booths, an 1100 Dunlop Lane, Clarksville. Jazz on the
obstacle course, stage entertainment, 300 meter Lawn will feature Tina Brown (R&B) on Oct. 5,
Dyslexia Dash and team relay. Free event parking and Utopia (old school R&B and funk) on Oct.
across from the Recreation and Wellness Center. 19. 6:30–9:30 pm. beachavenwinery.com
laceupforliteracy.com
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events in the Kids’ Tent and demonstrations from artisans
aimed to educate as they create pieces before
OCTOBER 6, 20, 27 your eyes. Friday
Titans Football and Saturday 10
Nissan Stadium, 1 Titans Way. It’s football fever in am–6 pm, Sunday 10
Nashville! Come cheer on the Tennessee Titans am–5 pm. Free and
Oct. 6 vs. Buffalo Bills at 12 noon; Oct. 20 vs. Los open to the public.
Angeles Chargers at 3:05 pm; Oct. 27 vs. Tampa tennesseecraft.org
Bay Buccaneers at 12 noon. titansonline.com
OCTOBER 11-13
OCTOBER 8, 12, 19 Southern Festival of Books
Nashville Soccer Club War Memorial Plaza, Main Public Library. A free
First Tennessee Park. Cheer on soccer as they take event that offers readers and writers an oppor-
on Louisville City on Oct. 8; North Carolina on Oct. tunity to interact, promote and celebrate the joy
12; Atlanta United on Oct. 19. Kickoff at 7 pm. of reading and lifelong learning. Thousands of
Tickets $15-25. nashvillesc.com book lovers come together to hear panels and
solo sessions featuring 200 of the nation’s fore-
OCTOBER 10
most writers. Peruse exhibitor booths, food trucks,
Dancin’ in the District
and enjoy musical, theatrical, and spoken word
Riverfront Park, 100 First Avenue North. This free,
performances, along with events for children and
family and pet friendly event brings tens of thou-
youth, on three performance stages on the Plaza.
sands of live music fans together on the banks of
humanitiestennessee.org
the Cumberland River. The musical lineup includes
Leftover Salmon, Slim Wednesday featuring JoJo OCTOBER 12
Hermann, Alanna Royale, and Space Capone fea- The Oddities Market
turing KK. Nashville favorites Daddy’s Dogs, Eighth The Fairgrounds Nashville, 625 Smith Avenue.
and Roast, and Ole Smoky Moonshine will be on This traveling market is curated by Mike Zohn of
hand vending food and beverages in addition to Obscura Antiques and Oddities. In this market you
retail vendors. 4–11 pm. nashvillesdancin.com will find purveyors of the odd from near and far
selling skulls, bones, jewelry, antiques, art, quack
OCTOBER 10-13
medical, candles, occult, t-shirts, true crime, taxi-
Oktoberfest
dermy, collectables, dark art, upcycled creations,
Historic Germantown. It’s a family celebration with
haunted pieces, and so much more.
music, delicious food from local restaurants and
food trucks, beer, and polka dancing! Free general OCTOBER 12
admission. Beer wristbands may be purchased on Nashville British Car Club Show
site, or go VIP for an exclusive Oktoberfest experi- Tennessee Baptist Children’s Home, 1310 Franklin
ence! thenashvilleoktoberfest.com Road, Brentwood. Over 100 cars including MGs,
Triumphs, Jaguars, Land Rovers, Rolls-Royces
OCTOBER 11
and Mini Coopers will be featured at this event.
Full Moon Pickin’ Party
nashvillebritishcarclub.org
Warner Park Equestrian Center, 2520 Old Hickory
Boulevard. Bluegrass and roots pickers jam in cir- OCTOBER 18
cles under the trees and around the grounds, while Nashville Farmers’ Market Night Market
three headlining acts perform on the main stage. 900 Rosa Parks Boulevard. Shop and dine with lo-
No glass, large coolers, or alcohol. Bring blankets cal artisans, restaurants and shops, locally raised
or camping chairs. Family-friendly. Dogs on a leash meats, freshly baked desserts, seasonal cocktails,
welcome. 7–11 pm, Tickets: $7–$25, include water, craft beer, local wine, and more! All are welcome
soft drinks and beer (adults 21+). Food available. for live music and family-friendly activities. Free ad-
warnerparks.org mission, 5–9 pm. nashvillefarmersmarket.org
OCTOBER 11-13 OCTOBER 18-20
Tennessee Craft Fair Fall Festival and Tennessee State Powwow
Centennial Park, 2600 West End Avenue. One-of- Long Hunter State Park, 2910 Hobson Pike.
a-kind, handcrafted works at this juried fair are per- Indians from around the Nation gather to share
fect gifts for friends, family… and yourself! Enjoy their culture and perform ceremonial songs and
food from area vendors, family-friendly activities dances. It’s a reunion of family and friends, and
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events “Hit It and Quidditch Tournament,” a Harry
Potter themed event. Skaters such as Harry
for tourists to join the celebration of culture still Slaughter, Hermione Danger, and Dumblegore
nurtured by approximately 10,000 Indians who call will be sorted into House Teams by a very spe-
Tennessee home today. Treat yourself to the de- cial sorting hat ceremony. Admission: $15
lights of authentic Indian food, such as fry bread, ages 13+; $7 seniors 62+; military and children
Indian tacos and hominy. Bring a lawn chair; dress 7-12; free for children 6 and under; $5 parking.
appropriately. naiatn.org nashvillerollergirls.com
OCTOBER 19 OCTOBER 19
Nashville Rollergirls Tennessee Beer Festival
Nashville Expo Center, Sports Arena, 625 Two Rivers Mansion, 3130 McGavock Pike. Over
Smith Avenue. Doors open at 4:30 pm for the 40 breweries will offer samples from the best local,
regional, national, and import breweries in the
art crawls & shows world, including a selection of 90-100 different
beers and a selection of wine. Live music, artisan
Area galleries offer rare opportunities to view
booths and plenty of free parking from 12 noon–5
diverse exhibitions.
pm; 21+ event; tnbeerfestival.com
OCTOBER 4
Downtown Franklin Friday Art Crawl OCTOBER 25-27
6–9 pm. franklinartscene.com Nashville Flea Market
The Fairgrounds Nashville, 625 Smith Avenue.
OCTOBER 5 Indoors and outdoors! You’ll find a huge variety of
Downtown Nashville Saturday Art Crawl gifts, antiques, collectibles, jewelry, arts and crafts,
6–9 pm. nashvilledowntown.com tools, housewares, handmade clothing, and hun-
dreds of thousands of other items each month, at
Arts & Music at Wedgewood/ one of the top ten flea markets in the country. Free
Houston
admission; parking $5. thefairgrounds.com
Free parking at 516 Hagan St and 1211 4th Ave
S. Crawl begins at 6 pm. am-wh.com OCTOBER 26
Haunted Museum Storytelling Festival
OCTOBER 12 Tennessee State Museum, 1000 Rosa Parks
East Side Art Stumble Boulevard. Chilling ghost stories from Tennessee’s
6-9 pm. eastsideartstumble.com past will be presented at the Haunted Museum
Storytelling Festival. There will also be games, art
OCTOBER 26
activities, snacks and costume parades. Those at-
Jefferson Street Art Crawl tending the Haunted Museum event are invited to
6–9 pm. facebook.com/jsactn wear costumes and join in on the fun! The Nashville
Public Library’s Puppet Truck will also be on-site for
OCTOBER 4
younger children to enjoy. tnmuseum.org
Centennial Art Center shows
Metro Parks Centennial Art Center, 301 25th OCTOBER 26
Avenue North. The “Get Cultured” exhibit by Pumpkinfest
international artists will open with a reception Main Street in Franklin. The Heritage Foundations’s
5–7:30 pm on Oct. 4, and will be on display Pumpkinfest celebrates with kids’ activities, putt-
through Oct. 30. nashville.gov/parks putt golf, pet and kids costume contests, pumpkin
carving, music and food. williamsonheritage.org
OCTOBER 25-26
OCTOBER 27
Artclectic Art Show Family Festival Day
University School of Nashville. 2000 Edgehill
Frist Art Museum, 919 Broadway. This free event
Avenue. This annual fundraiser has evolved into
celebrates the skill, honor, and legacy of women
a nationally respected art show and community
artists as we explore artwork inspired by the exhibi-
gathering. Be the first to view and purchase art
tion Hearts of Our People: Native Women Artists.
on Friday 6:30–9:30 pm. On Saturday there will
Enjoy performances, gallery programs, and studio
be live music 10:15 am–4 pm, and children’s
activities. fristartmuseum.org
arts activities 11 am–2 pm. artclectic.org
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performing at Opry House; Oct. 11, 12: Home Free; Oct.
arts
13: Music City Celebration Tours; Oct. 15,
16: Maggie Rogers; Oct. 18-20, 22-26: Jason
Isbell; Oct. 20: Wilco at Opry House; Oct.
21: Sleater-Kinney; Oct. 27: Trey Anastasio;
Oct. 28: Music of Randy Travis featuring
James Dupré; Oct. 29, 30: Ray LaMontagne.
Buy tickets at Ryman box office, ryman.com,
ticketmaster.com, ticketmaster outlets or call
(615) 458-8700.
NIGHTLY
Live Music at Rudy’s
OCTOBER AT THE NASHVILLE SYMPHONY Rudy’s Jazz Room, 809 Gleaves Street. Nashville’s
Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony only jazz club features live music, a New Orleans
Place. Ticket packages may be purchased from the inspired menu, local brews, and tipsy cocktails.
Patron Services hotline at (615) 687-6401. Season rudysjazzroom.com
ticket holders receive added benefits! Concerts SUNDAY AFTERNOONS
this month: Oct. 3, 4, 5: Trisha Yearwood with Jazz Sundays
The Nashville Symphony. Oct. 5: Halloween At Tennessee Brew Works, 809 Ewing Avenue. Enjoy
Hogwarts with the Nashville Symphony. Oct. 6: live jazz every Sunday from 2–6 pm. tnbrew.com
The group that redefined R&B in the 1990s Boyz
SUNDAY EVENINGS
II Men (without orchestra). Oct. 7: The O’Jays – The
Bluegrass Jam
Last Tour. Oct. 10: Academy Award-winning an-
Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue South. Free admis-
imated favorite, Disney In Concert: Coco with
sion on Sunday evening at Nashville’s premiere lis-
Michael Giacchino. Oct. 18: Ahmad Jamal. Oct.
tening room for bluegrass and roots music. “Cold
20: Variations For Strings. Oct. 22: Musicians
beer, hot pickin’ and friends you won’t meet until
Hall of Fame Concert & Induction Ceremony.
you get here.” Showtime 8 pm. stationinn.com
Oct. 25-27: Old World meets New World in
this concert; Brahms’ Violin Concerto. Oct 30: MONDAYS AND SELECT THURSDAYS
Halloween Movie Night: Metropolis – Silent Tribute To The King 1953–1977
Film With Organ. Oct. 31: Don Williams: Music & Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley
Memories of the Gentle Giant. Check the web- Drive. On Mondays and select Thursdays,
site for locations and dates. For concert tickets, Celebrating our 20th season, over 1,100 shows!
call the box office at (615) 687-6400 between 10 This high-energy, live musical biography starring
am and 6 pm Monday through Friday or 10 am and John Beardsley features all six eras of the King’s
2 pm Saturday. nashvillesymphony.org career, including over 30 songs and five costume
changes, and has thrilled audiences of all ages
OCTOBER AT THE RYMAN AUDITORIUM
from New York to Russia. The legend lives on in
116 Fifth Avenue
Nashville’s first and only continuously running show
North. This stel-
paying tribute to the King in Music City, where he
lar venue is a six-
recorded over 300 songs. “A great show, very au-
time winner of
thentic! I look forward to seeing it again,” raved
Pollstar’s Concert
DJ Fontana, Elvis’s longtime drummer. Audiences
Theatre of the
continue to give standing ovations at every show.
Year award and
A must-see show while in Nashville. To order tick-
2012, 2010 and
ets, please call us directly (615) 758-0098. Seating
2008 Academy of
at 6:30 pm. Showtime is 7 pm. Box office opens
Country Music’s Venue of the Year. This month’s
at 10 am, day of show. Plenty of free parking!
outstanding lineup: Oct. 1, 2: Jon Pardi (pic-
thenashvilleking.com
tured); Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: Opry Country
Classics; Oct. 4: Heather Land; Oct. 6: Sara TUESDAY EVENINGS
Bareilles at Opry House; Oct. 7: Catfish & Acoustic Pickin’ Party
the Bottlemen; Oct. 8: TOTO; Oct. 9: Josh Centennial Black Box Theater, 211 27th Avenue
Turner; Oct. 10: Bethel Music: Victory Tour North. Bring an acoustic instrument and join the
10“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
“Great job, heck of a performance!
You just go all out to make sure you do
Mondays and Thursdays everything just right!”
6:30 pm seating • 7:00 pm show
—Charlie Chase, TV Personality
Call for Tickets: (615) 758-0098
TEXAS TROUBADOUR THEATER “A must-see show!”
2416 MUSIC VALLEY DRIVE —Country Weekly Magazine
www.thenashvilleking.com
circle, 7–9 pm. All styles of music, including orig- love letter to the country music community and its
inals. Great for developing chops, and learning stars is hysterical, and the music is finely-crafted.
new tunes. Bring a couple tunes you’d like to play The two stars, Bruce Arntson and Jenny Littleton,
and an open mind. Ages 12–up. nashville.gov have the acting and singing chops to carry it all off
beautifully. Tickets: $20, 7 pm. doyleanddebbie.com
EVERY THURSDAY
Jazz on the Ave OCTOBER 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30
Minerva Avenue, 1002 Buchanan Street. A week- The Music of Nashville: A Magical Journey
ly live music soirée hosted by saxophonist Joe Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley
Johnson, featuring some of Nashville’s best mu- Drive; The Nashville Palace, 2611 McGavock
sicians, bands and vocalists. minervaavenue.com Pike. Join the incredible cast and band in a his-
torical 60 year ride through some of Nashville’s
THURSDAY AND FRIDAY EVENINGS
biggest hits, and the stories behind them! From
Music at the Frist
Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, George & Tammy,
Frist Art Museum, 919 Broadway. Enjoy free music
Conway & Loretta, Kenny & Dolly, through
in the Cafe or Grand Lobby, 6 pm. fristcenter.org
Wynonna, Garth Brooks, George Strait, Keith
OCTOBER 1, 8 Urban, Miranda Lambert and Taylor Swift, this
Courtyard Concerts show brings exciting entertainment unlike any
Nashville Public Library, 615 Church Street. Enjoy other. Performed by hot up-and-coming artists
free, rain-or-shine live lunchtime concerts in the who are backed by a fantastic first-call Nashville
courtyard. MTSU Chinese Music Ensemble on Oct. band, they will bring you to your feet! Tickets
1; The WannaBeatles on Oct. 8. 11:45 am–1 pm. available online, day of show or call (615) 730-8962.
library.nashville.org themusicofnashville.com
OCTOBER 1, 8, 22, 29 OCTOBER 4-6, 9-13, 16-19
The Doyle and Debbie Show Moonlight and Magnolias
Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue South. This hilarious Pull-Tight Theatre, 112 Second Avenue South. This
11performing arts singer might just be the coolest guy in the room.
chaffinsbarntheatre.com
riotous, behind-the-scenes peek at the making
OCTOBER 10, 12
of what many consider the greatest movie ever
Madame Butterfly
made. Can a producer with a lot to prove, his se-
Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing Arts
rene secretary, a hot director with an even hotter
Center, 505 Deaderick Street. For more than a
temper and a screenwriter set for success create
century, audiences have been thrilled by Giacomo
movie magic? pull-tight.com
Puccini’s haunting, poignant music and touched
OCTOBER 4-6, 10-12, 17-19 by the lovely Butterfly, who sacrifices everything
The Wedding Singer for love. Japanese geisha Cio-Cio-San, Butterfly,
Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre, 8204 Highway 100. abandons her faith and family for the dash-
Nashville’s original barn and most unique dining ing American sailor, Lieutenant Pinkerton. But
and entertainment experience offers a premium Pinkerton’s love is temporary and Butterfly’s happi-
buffet and professional theater. The Wedding ness, short-lived. In the end, Cio-Cio-San pays the
Singer takes us back to a time when hair was big, ultimate price for her selfless devotion. Featuring
greed was good, collars were up and a wedding the Nashville Opera Orchestra and Ensemble,
especially for kids THURSDAY AND SATURDAY MORNINGS
t h i s m o n t h ’s f e a t u re Storytime at the TN State Museum
TN State Museum, 1000 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard.
OCTOBER 10-13 For children 3 to 6 years old, Storytime in the
Peter & the Wolf Children’s Gallery will include a book reading
Nashville Ballet Studio A, 3630 Redmon Street. and craft or other activities. Free, 10:30–11 am
Imaginative, engaging and educational – this (except for holidays). tnmuseum.org
family-friendly production transports audienc-
es into the pages of a life-size storybook as SATURDAY MORNINGS
they embark on an unforgettable adventure Kidsville Story Time
with Peter and his fun-loving animal friends. The Parthenon, 2500 West End Avenue. Kids 12
nashvilleballet.com and younger will explore a different weekly theme
————————————————————— and create a related piece of art. Free Parthenon
admission and materials included, 11–11:45 am.
Wishing Chair Puppets Story Time
kidsvilleonline.org
Nashville Public Library Children’s Theatre,
615 Church Street. Limited free parking for OCTOBER 1-6
1-1/2 hours in the library’s parking garage. The Itsy Bitsy Spider
library.nashville.org Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton
TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY MORNINGS Street. The itsy bitsy spider climbed up the wa-
Enjoy 30-minute enchanting productions, free ter spout… but what happened next? Follow
of charge. The Professor, Library Pete, and Mary two green thumbed gardeners as they learn
Mary sing, juggle and read books with puppet patience and perseverance from a determined
friends at 9:30 am, 10:30 am, 11:30 am. For ages eight-legged hero. For children ages 0-5.
6 and under, but all are welcome. nashvillechildrenstheatre.org
FRIDAY & SATURDAY MORNINGS OCTOBER 10-12, 18-20, 26-27
BEGINNING OCTOBER 11 Return to Sender
Lorraine: The Girl Who Sang the Storm Away Nashville Children’s Theatre, 25 Middleton
is a brand new musical marionette show about Street. Eleven-year-old Mari is the Mexican
Lorraine and her Pa Paw who love to play music born daughter of undocumented migrant work-
and sing songs. When a big Tennessee-mountain ers. When Mari’s family is hired to help save
storm rolls in and their instruments are nowhere to Tyler’s family’s farm from foreclosure, both of
be found, can Lorraine find the music inside herself the young people are forced to confront the
to get through the fearsome storm? Performances complexities of immigration and citizenship.
at 10:30 am and 11:30 am. Recommended for Recommended for children in grades 3-8.
ages 4–12, but all are welcome. nashvillechildrenstheatre.org
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performing arts OCTOBER 17-19. 24-27, 31
Greater Tuna
and sung in Italian with projected English titles. Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre, 8204 Highway 100.
nashvilleopera.org Nashville’s original barn and most unique dining
and entertainment experience offers a premi-
OCTOBER 10-26
um buffet and professional theater. This hilarious
Little Shop of Horrors
comedy is about Texas’ third smallest town. The
The Larry Keeton Theatre, 108 Donelson Pike. The
eclectic band of citizens are portrayed by only
theater presents thrilling performances for family
two performers, making this satire on life in rural
audiences and scrumptious dining at an affordable
America even more delightful as they depict all of
price. thelarrykeetontheatre.org
the inhabitants of Tuna. chaffinsbarntheatre.com
OCTOBER 11-12, 17-19, 24-26
OCTOBER 18, 19, 24-26, 31
The Toxic Avenger
Street Theatre Company, 6727 Charlotte Pike.
The Rocky Horror Show
Z. Alexander Looby Theater, 2301 Rosa L. Parks
Based on Lloyd Kaufman’s cult film and winner
Boulevard. This sexy, saucy, tongue-in-cheek musi-
of the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Off-
cal is truly iconic with its irresistible hum-along score
Broadway Musical, this charming love story and
and cast of quirky characters. It tells the story newly
laugh-out-loud musical has it all – an unlikely hero,
engaged Brad and Janet, getting caught in a storm
his beautiful girlfriend, a corrupt New Jersey may-
and seeking refuge at the home of a madcap trans-
or and two guys who play everyone else – bullies,
vestite scientist, Dr. Frank-N-Furter, who unveils his
mobsters, old ladies and stiletto-wearing back-up
latest creation – a muscle man named Rocky Horror.
singers. streettheatrecompany.org
Midnight show on Oct. 26. circleplayers.net
OCTOBER 11-13, 17-19
OCTOBER 19
The Nightmarium Incident
Darkhorse Theater, 4610 Charlotte Avenue.
Jazzmania
Liberty Hall, The Factory at Franklin. Gerald
Presented by ACT 1 (Artists’ Cooperative Theatre),
Clayton Quartet and the Lori Mechem Quartet
a non-profit organization dedicated to bring-
will perform at The Nashville Jazz Workshop’s
ing theatrical gems, both classic and modern, to
Annual Jazz Party and Fundraiser. nashvillejazz.org
Nashville audiences. Set in 1988, a local TV Horror
Hostess finds herself and her fellow cast and crew OCTOBER 20
members scrambling to get their weekly Friday The Nashville Moth StorySLAM:
night horror program ready for air. Tensions in- SPOOKY
crease as the team bickers and the newscasters in- The Basement East, 917 Woodland Avenue. The
terrupt to track a severe storm headed towards the Moth is a non-profit group dedicated to the art and
small town. To make matters worse, her fellow cast- craft of storytelling. This show is aimed at all things
mate and husband unwittingly summons the spirits spooky. Prepare a five-minute story about the mo-
of the dead who are now trapped in the television ments that made your heart race. From butterflies to
station. darkhorsetheater.com, act1online.com terror, reveal what makes you uneasy. themoth.org
OCTOBER 17-19, 24-27, 31 OCTOBER 24
Pipeline Poet’s Corner Featuring Bill Brown
Andrew Johnson Theater, Tennessee Performing Scarritt Bennett Center, Vanderbilt University. Join
Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. Nya, an inner-city fellow poetry enthusiasts for a monthly reading by
public high school teacher, is committed to her stu- a featured local poet. Free, open to the public.
dents but desperate to give her only son oppor- scarrittbennett.org
tunities they’ll never have, in this riveting new play
OCTOBER 24-26
by Dominique Morisseau. When a controversial
Frankenstein
incident at his upstate private school threatens to
OZ Arts, 6172 Cockrill Bend Circle. Featuring a
get him expelled, Nya must confront his rage and
spellbinding chamber orchestra, Manual Cinema
her own choices as a parent. But will she be able to
combines handmade shadow puppetry, cinemat-
reach him before a world beyond her control pulls
ic techniques, and innovative sound and music
him away? With profound compassion and lyricism,
to create immersive visual stories for stage and
Pipeline brings an urgent conversation powerfully
screen. ozartsnashville.com
to the fore. nashvillerep.org
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Husk 2416 Music Valley Drive, Music Valley Village,
Brilliant fresh food Virago
37 Rutledge Street Sushi gets stylish across from Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Grand
(615) 256-6565 1126 McGavock Street Ole Opry. Nashville’s premier Country Music
(615) 254-1902 Dinner Theater features The Best of Country Music
20Show, with songs made famous by legendary art- Village for a wide selection of unique souvenirs!
ists and today’s superstars. See stars such as “Opry (615) 514-3000, rainforestcafe.com
Star” Jeannie Seely, “Rising Star” Zach Janson,
Diana Murrell and others. Great Southern Buffet is Skull’s Rainbow Room
at 5:30 pm and show time is 6:30 pm. Reservations 222 Printers Alley. Skull’s Rainbow Room is a tribute
recommended. Dinner and show is $47.95, show to David “Skull” Schulman and the former fine din-
only is $30. Tour groups welcome. (615) 885-4747, ing establishments of Nashville’s historic Printers
nashvillenightlife.com Alley. Chef Gannon Leary’s critically acclaimed
menu showcases a continental twist on American
Nudie’s Honky Tonk classics. Premium cocktails and an eclectic beer
409 Broadway. The world famous Nudie’s Honky and wine list complement the award winning cui-
Tonk on Broadway resides in a 100-year-old his- sine. Skull’s pays homage to the entertainment of
toric three-story building housing millions of yesteryear with burlesque and live music nightly.
dollars of rare country music memorabilia, cos- Etta James, Elvis Presley, Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash,
tumes, multiple bars, two stages featuring live Paul McCartney, Bob Dylan, Waylon Jennings,
music and Southern style comfort food for guests. Joni Mitchell, Jerry Lee Lewis, and comedian Andy
Open 11 am–3 am daily, this attraction features Griffith have all graced the original checker-board
the longest bar in Music City at over 100 feet. stage. skullsrainbowroom.com
nudieshonkytonk.com
The Smiling Elephant
Rainforest Café 2213 8th Avenue South. A gem of a Thai restau-
This unique dining concept located in Opry Mills rant regaled by the locals. Their mission is to serve
is an adventure through a realistic indoor rain- healthy, authentic Thai cuisine at a reasonable
forest with lush foliage, cascading waterfalls and price. The specialty of the house is Pad Thai. All
giant aquariums. The menu has Mexican, Italian, dishes use the freshest ingredients. Enjoy exqui-
Cajun and Caribbean flavors, ranging from exotic site food and the gentle spirit that you feel upon
to traditional. The children’s menu will please your entering. (615) 891-4488, thesmilingelephant.com
little “wild ones.” Don’t forget to stop by the Retail
21shopping
& services
e njoy shopping the many cool areas
and gift shops around town. In addition
to great vacation memories, you’ll be itching to
Store Outlet, LEGO, RCC Western Wear and
Under Armour Factory House. Opry Mills is home
to a variety of family dining and entertainment ven-
buy something to take home from Nashville! ues: Aquarium Restaurant, Rainforest Cafe, Claim
Downtown, Midtown, the Gulch, Marathon Village, Jumper and Madame Tussauds Wax Attraction.
Elliston Place, 12South, 8th Avenue, Hillsboro And in true Nashville fashion, live performances
Village, Green Hills, Sylvan Park, Berry Hill, East and musical entertainment are regularly provided
Nashville, Music Valley, and more areas throughout on Opry Mills’ Entertainment Stage.
and surrounding Music City.
65 South
The Johnny Cash Museum Store Located in Opry Mills Mall just steps away from the
119 Third Avenue South. Featuring Johnny Cash permanent home of the Grand Ole Opry, 65 South
merchandise including t-shirts and other apparel, has everything Nashville all in one place, including
mugs, backpacks, tote bags, and more. Call (615) items from The Bluebird Café, the Nashville tele-
256-1777 or visit johnnycashmuseum.com. vision show and, of course, fashion apparel and
The Mall at Green Hills accessories you need to outfit your southern style.
2126 Abbott Martin Road. This high-end mall Opry Originals
has more than 100 stores and restaurants on two Located in the heart of downtown at 300 Broadway
main floors, including Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co., (Broadway at Third Avenue). Nashville’s famous
Burberry, and The RH Design Galleries. “Lower Broadway” area known around the world
Opry Mills Mall for its honky tonks and one-of-a-kind authentic
Tennessee’s largest outlet and value retail shop- country music attractions, Opry Originals brings
ping, dining and entertainment destination with together the iconic roots of the Grand Ole Opry
more than 200 stores, including several first-in- and country music’s contemporary culture for a
market name-brand additions. Opry Mills’ impres- shopping experience like no other.
sive roster of designer outlet stores include: Coach The Opry Shop
Factory Store, G by GUESS, Michael Kors, Polo 2804 Opryland Drive. Enjoy the Grand Ole Opry
Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF experience anytime with a stop at The Opry Shop,
5TH, Tommy Bahama Outlet, Vera Bradley and located within the Grand Ole Opry House. It’s the
more. Other popular value retailers include Bed place for great Opry gifts and collectibles for all
Bath & Beyond, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Disney ages. Open seven days a week.
Ryman Auditorium Gift Shop
2213 8th Ave. S. Open lunch and dinner— 116 Fifth Avenue North, (615) 458-8700. Find ex-
(615) 891-4488 Mon.-Fri. clusive Ryman merchandise including CDs, DVDs,
Open for dinner Sat. posters, prints, books and apparel. Make your own
custom t-shirt at the activity station! Open seven
days a week.
The Tennessee Museum Store
1000 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard. The perfect place to
shop for Tennessee crafts, jewelry, books, toys and
other items. Discount offered to museum mem-
bers, state employees and military personnel.
Woodcuts Gallery and Framing
1613 Jefferson Street, (615) 321-5357. Offering
hundreds of open and limited edition prints, seri-
graphs, original pieces, framed art, cards, figurines,
and fast custom framing. woodcutsfineart.com
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Tickets at www.nashvillezoo.org
23attractions
Bicentennial Mall State Park vibrant life today. Open daily 9 am–5 pm. Package
600 James Robertson Parkway. A public park with upgrades available, and be sure to include a tour
statues, monuments, fountains, trails, bell tow- of historic RCA Studio B, where Elvis and others
ers, an amphitheater and home to the Nashville recorded over 35,000 songs. Shop the Museum
Farmers’ Market. Get a taste of Tennessee’s history, Store and savor a made-from-scratch meal at Two
geology, and scenic wonder as you walk along an Twenty•Two Grill and Catering. (615) 416-2001,
inscribed timeline. Each of the 31 erupting geyser countrymusichalloffame.org
fountains represent a Tennessee major river. The Frist Art Museum
war monument, an 18,000-pound granite globe, 919 Broadway. There is always something to marvel
floating on water and rotating, pays tribute to the over in the spacious galleries of this magnificent
Tennessee World War II veterans. art deco building. Stop by the gift shop for a fabu-
Bike the Greenway Bicycle Rentals lous array of art prints, books, educational materi-
Briley Parkway (TN-155) at Two Rivers Parkway als, art supplies, clothing, blown glass, pottery, and
(Exit 10). Two Rivers Park Trailhead is within min- jewelry made by local and regional artisans. The
utes of Gaylord Opryland Resort, Music Valley café is open for brunch, lunch, snacks, and dinner
Drive Hotels, and Nashville Airport Hotels, and on Thursday and Friday evenings. fristcenter.org
offers miles of dedicated greenway. Hourly Grand Ole Opry
or half-day rentals. Call (615) 920-1388 or visit 2804 Opryland Drive. The world’s longest-run-
bikethegreenway.net to arrange your bike rental ning live radio show features the best in country,
and transfer to trailhead (if needed). bluegrass, comedy and more. Artists scheduled to
Centennial Park appear this month include Charlie Daniels Band,
2500 West End Avenue. A designed landscape Craig Morgan, Dustin Lynch, Scotty McCreery,
on one hundred twenty-two acres in midtown Jimmie Allen, Crystal Gayle, Ashley McBryde,
Nashville. The city’s premier park features the icon- The Mavericks, Colt Ford, Oak Ridge Boys,
ic Parthenon and statue Athena, a one-mile walk- and more! Shows Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday,
ing trail, Lake Watauga, Centennial Art Center, his- Saturday at 7 pm. For tickets, visit opry.com or call
torical monuments, beautiful gardens, band shell, (615) 871-OPRY.
dog park, exercise trail and much more. Grand Ole Opry House Backstage Tours
Cheekwood Estate & Gardens Guided tours of the Grand Ole Opry House offer
11200 Forrest Park Drive. Beautiful botanic gar- visitors an up-close look at the celebrated 4,400-
dens located on a 55-acre estate. The mansion, seat venue and country’s most famous show, in-
listed on the National Register of Historic Places, cluding themed dressing rooms, the artists’ en-
houses American, European, and contemporary trance, the Opry stage, and more. Daytime tours
art. Themed art installations in the gardens change are available seven days a week, featuring an all
annually. cheekwood.org new immersive video experience. Tours are also
available following most Opry performances with
Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum
video tour guide Darius Rucker. For a once-in-a-
2222 Fifth Avenue South. Experience the history
lifetime experience, try our Behind the Curtain VIP
of America’s music through exciting new exhibits,
tour. Also through the end of October, see Dolly:
entertaining films, interactive displays, and an in-
My Opry Memories, a one-of-a-kind exclusive
credible array of costumes
backstage exhibit celebrating Dolly’s 50 years of
and instruments at the
Opry membership. For a limited time, see iconic
largest popular music mu-
wardrobe pieces worn by Dolly herself, as well as
seum in the world. Sing
the stories behind these classics. For more infor-
Me Back Home, the mu-
mation, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY.
seum’s permanent exhibit,
tells the story of country Historic RCA Studio B
music from its pre-com- 1611 Roy Acuff Place, Music Row. Known as one
mercial roots in the nine- of the world’s most important recording studios
teenth century through its where more than 35,000 songs were brought
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