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this month’s feature DAILY Grand Ole Opry House Backstage Tours Nashville Zoo: Backstage Pass Tours Guided tours of the Grand Ole Opry House offer 3777 Nolensville Pike. Think you’ve seen visitors an up-close look at the celebrated 4,400- everything Nashville Zoo has to offer? Think seat venue and country’s most famous show, in- again! Adventure behind the scenes to learn cluding themed dressing rooms, the artists’ en- how keepers take care of the thousands of trance, the Opry stage, and more. Daytime tours Zoo animals, experience up-close encoun- are available seven days a week, featuring an all ters with animals not on exhibit and even get new immersive video experience. Tours are also the chance to feed a giant anteater, okapi, available following most Opry performances with bongo and giraffe. The Zoo also offers one- video tour guide Darius Rucker. For a once-in-a- of-a-kind tours of its new, state-of-the-art lifetime experience, try our Behind the Curtain VIP HCA Healthcare Veterinary Center and its tour. For more information, visit opry.com or call renovated rhinoceros barn. Book your tour (615) 871-OPRY. online or at the ticket booth the day of (if available). nashvillezoo.org/guided-tours TUESDAYS AT LUNCHTIME Courtyard Concerts Nashville Public Library, 615 Church Street. Enjoy free, rain-or-shine live lunchtime concerts in the courtyard. 11:45 am– 1 pm. library.nashville.org MARGARITA COLBURN MARGARITA TUESDAYS THROUGH SUNDAYS TN State Museum Highlights Tours TN State Museum, 1000 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard. Our free Museum Highlights tour is a great way to see some never-before-seen artifacts and hear some of the great stories of Tennessee history. 2–2:45 pm (except for holidays). tnmuseum.org TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS THURSDAY EVENINGS Grand Ole Opry September Sundown Grand Ole Opry shows are performed every Centennial Park, 2600 West End Avenue. Each Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Since evening will feature multi-genre performances, 1925, country’s best have mesmerized audiences a variety of food trucks, craft beer and signature at the Opry, the show that made country music cocktails, local artisans, and Kidsville activities. 5– 9 famous. While performances from both legendary pm. musicianscornernashville.com entertainers and the latest country music acts are SEPTEMBER 1-2 the norm, when you go to the Opry, you’ll also en- Nashville Sounds Home Games joy bluegrass bands, comedy, and more. See the First Tennessee Park, 401 Jackson Street. Take new stars, superstars, and legends of country mu- the family out to the ballgame when the Nashville sic on the stage where many of them got their start Sounds wrap up the season. nashvillesounds.com and some are experiencing the thrill for the very SEPTEMBER 3 first time. Artists scheduled to appear this month Open House at Dyer Observatory include the Charlie Daniels Band, Craig Morgan, 1000 Oman Drive. Astronomers offer free tours of Dustin Lynch, Scotty McCreery, Jimmie Allen, the observatory including the Seyfert telescope. Crystal Gayle, Ashley McBryde, The Mavericks, The format is “open house” so you may arrive and Colt Ford, Oak Ridge Boys, and more! For Opry depart any time. For guided tours, make advance tickets and information visit opry.com or call (615) reservations online. Suggested for ages 8 and up. 871-OPRY. dyer.vanderbilt.edu 3 Greater Nashville

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Contact Nashville Key for advertising opportunities. SEPTEMBER 5 events Gulch Night Market 11th Avenue South and Laurel Street. Enjoy on boat racing with a cultural festival. Celebration Nashville’s Gulch area with local artisans, food and dances will be performed by the Chinese Arts drink vendors, entertainment, and a live DJ. Free Alliance of Nashville. Opening ceremony at 10 am, admission, and dogs are welcome. 3–9 pm. gulch- Races begin at 11 am. dragonboatnashville.com nightmarket.com SEPTEMBER 7 SEPTEMBER 6-8 Tennessee Honey Festival Nashville Greek Fest Henderson Memorial Park, 151 East Main 4905 Franklin Pike. Experience a rich, multi-senso- Street, Hendersonville. Learn about the impor- ry experience of Greek hospitality and culture with tance of bees and other pollinators in middle savory cuisine, soulful music, lively dancing, and Tennessee. This event will include honey ven- tours. nashvillegreekfestival.com dors and food trucks, live music, unique arts and kids crafts, a VIBee Experience, interactive bee- SEPTEMBER 6, 13, 20, 24 keeping classes and extraordinary exhibits. Free. The Huckabee Show tennesseehoneyfestival.com 30 Music Village Boulevard, Hendersonville. Be part of a live studio audience and enjoy SEPTEMBER 10-15 news, music, entertainment and fun with former Americana Music Festival & Conference Governor of Arkansas, Mike Huckabee and his spe- Various locations. A must-attend event for anyone cial guests! Tickets are free. For ages 16+. Seating who loves the melting pot of Americana’s influences at 6:30 pm. Walk-ins welcome! Register online or including roots, folk, country, blues and soul-based call 833-HUCKABEE for more info. huckabeetix.tv music. Legendary artists, rising stars and industry professionals come together for four days of music SEPTEMBER 6-15 and education. The conference features numerous Tennessee State Fair panels, seminars and much more, proudly providing Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Nashville’s most educational music industry forum. Avenue. “The Heart of Tennessee” continues the Get the full schedule at americanamusic.org longstanding traditions of family entertainment, educational experiences and Volunteer state SEPTEMBER 13 pride. Experience thrilling rides at the Midway, the Full Moon Pickin’ Party wide variety of competitions, and mouth-watering Warner Park Equestrian Center, 2520 Old Hickory fair foods. tnstatefair.org Boulevard. Bluegrass and roots pickers jam in cir- cles under the trees and around the grounds, while SEPTEMBER 7 three headlining acts perform on the main stage. Wine On The River No glass, large coolers, or alcohol. Bring blankets Riverfront Park, 100 First Avenue North. Travel or camping chairs. Family-friendly. Dogs on a leash through different global regions and sample welcome. 7–11 pm, Tickets: $7–$25, include water, wine, beer, and spirits specific to that region and soft drinks and beer (adults 21+). Food available. a restaurant featuring a culturally themed menu. warnerparks.org Take a break from your travels and enjoy the sooth- ing sounds of live music. wineontheriver.com SEPTEMBER 14 Dog Day Festival SEPTEMBER 7 Centennial Park, 2500 West End Avenue. Join Fairgrounds Speedway thousands of Nashvillians and their furry four- 625 Smith Avenue. Come out and join us! legged friends for fun at Nashville’s longest-run- Admission: Adults $10; Senior & Military $8; Kids ning dog festival and celebration of everything (6–12) $5; free for 5 and under. fairgroundsspeed- pup. $5 admission, kids 10 and under free. All pro- waynashville.com ceeds benefit the Nashville Humane Association. SEPTEMBER 7 10 am–4 pm. nashvillehumane.org/dogday Dragon Boat Festival SEPTEMBER 14 East Bank Landing, Cumberland River, directly Outloud Music Festival across from downtown. Cheer 1000 paddlers in 1519 Church Street. This Music Festival is a mu- 46-foot-long authentic, Hong Kong-style dragon sic-centric event with outloud entertainment, fea- boats, and celebrate the long tradition of drag- turing singers Greyson Chance, Kim Petras, Gia 5 events SEPTEMBER 17, 21 Nashville Soccer Club Woods, Katie Pruitt, John Cyrus and many more! First Tennessee Park. Cheer on soccer as they Rain or shine, all ages welcome. Tickets start at take on the Birmingham Legion on September 17; $25. outloudmusicfestival.com Pittsburgh Riverhounds on September 21. Kickoff at 7 pm. Tickets $15-25. nashvillesc.com ADVENTURE SEPTEMBER 15 RESTAURANT • GROUP TOURS Fall for Cheekwood SEPTEMBER 18 EDUCATION PROGRAMS • MYSTIC MERMAIDS Cheekwood Estate & Gardens, 1200 Forrest Park Lunch & Learn: Tasting Tennessee BEHIND THE SCENES TOURS Drive. This fall benefit helps supports 12,000 Tennessee State Museum, 1000 Rosa L Parks GROUP MENUS • GIFT SHOP school children to experience Cheekwood free Boulevard. Join us as we explore places to eat of charge. Take part in Cheekwood’s signature across the state that distinguishes the unique lo- blend of timeless elegance and serious family fun, cal flavors that certain regions are known for. From for a great cause. The fun will include hayrides, barbecued ham and buttermilk in the east to soul live entertainment, southern supper & cocktails, food and slugburgers in the west, this program is lawn games, art & crafts, photo booth and more! guaranteed to make you hungry. Bring a “made in cheekwood.org Tennessee” themed lunch and enjoy the presenta- tion while you eat. tnmuesum.org SEPTEMBER 15 Opry Mills • Exit 11 Off Briley Parkway • 615.514.3474 • aquariumrestaurants.com Titans Football SEPTEMBER 20 Nissan Stadium, 1 Titans Way. It’s football fever in Nashville Farmers’ Market Night Market Nashville when the tailgating season begins with 900 Rosa Parks Boulevard. Shop and dine with lo- the Tennessee Titans vs. Indianapolis Colts, 12 cal artisans, restaurants and shops, locally raised noon. titansonline.com meats, freshly baked desserts, seasonal cocktails, craft beer, local wine, and more! All are welcome SEPTEMBER 16, 21, 25 for live music and family-friendly activities. Free ad- Nashville Predators Preseason Games mission, 5–9 pm. nashvillefarmersmarket.org Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. Enjoy NHL hock- ey in Smashville on Sept. 16 vs. Florida Panthers SEPTEMBER 20 double-header at 3:30 pm and 7 pm; Sept. 21 vs. Nashville Brew Fest Tampa Bay Lightning at 7 pm; Sept. 25 vs. Carolina First Tennessee Park, 19 Junior Gilliam Way. Over Hurricanes at 7 pm. predators.nhl.com 50 breweries, including Nashville’s best, as well as food trucks, music, lawn games and more will be on the field and throughout the concourse. Both art crawls general admission ($45) and VIP ($60) will include unlimited beer. Ages 21+. Food sold separately. Area galleries offer rare opportunities to view nashvillebrewfestival.com OPRY MILLS • 615.514.3000 diverse exhibitions. Rainforestcafe.com #Rainforestcafe SEPTEMBER 6 SEPTEMBER 20-22 Downtown Franklin Friday Art Crawl African Street Festival 6–9 pm. franklinartscene.com Hadley Park, 28th Avenue North. This free family-oriented festival includes the cultures of the SEPTEMBER 7 Caribbean, North, Central and South America Downtown Nashville Saturday Art Crawl and other places around the world where African happiness 6–9 pm. nashvilledowntown.com culture is represented. Highlights include the is at Arts & Music at Wedgewood/Houston Children’s Pavilion, arts and crafts, storytelling, tasty joe’s Free parking at 516 Hagan St and 1211 4th authentic African, American and other cuisines; an Crack it. crush it. love it. Ave S. Crawl begins at 6 pm. am-wh.com eclectic mix of live music – African, reggae, Latin, R&B, jazz, gospel, neo-soul, country, blues, African open Daily starting at 11am SEPTEMBER 14 drumming, spoken word, dance, and more! A cul- East Side Art Stumble tural and educational experience for all! Free ad- happy hour • Mon-Fri 3-7pm 6-9 pm. eastsideartstumble.com mission and parking. aacanashville.org & 9pm to Close SEPTEMBER 28 SEPTEMBER 21 Jefferson Street Art Crawl Cornelia Fort Pickin’ Party 6–9 pm. facebook.com/jsactn Cornelia Fort Airpark, 2640 Airpark Drive. If you enjoy great bluegrass, local craft beer, and good 6 123 2nd Ave South • Nashvie, TN 37201 • 615.242.2722 ADVENTURE RESTAURANT • GROUP TOURS EDUCATION PROGRAMS • MYSTIC MERMAIDS BEHIND THE SCENES TOURS GROUP MENUS • GIFT SHOP

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123 2nd Ave South • Nashvie, TN 37201 • 615.242.2722 7 events housewares, handmade clothing, and hundreds of thousands of other items each month, at one of food then this event is for you! The festival the top ten flea markets in the country. Free admis- combines the tastes and talents of East Nashville. sion; parking $5. thefairgrounds.com Musicians are encouraged to bring any of their SEPTEMBER 27 bluegrass instruments and play into the night. Tennessee Dance Festival corneliafortpickinparty.org Nashville Ballet, 3630 Redmon Street. This fall SEPTEMBER 26 weekend festival featuring internationally recog- Tapas for Justice nized master teachers contributes significantly to Bradley Law Firm, 1600 Division Street, Suite 70. meeting Tennessee’s evolving demands for devel- Join Tennessee Justice for Our Neighbors for an opmental experiences for serious dance students evening of delicious food and drink from Latin and continuing education for dance professionals. America, all benefitting Middle Tennessee immi- Attendees at the festival must be at least 12 years grants and refugees. Tickets: $35–$100. of age. nashvilleballet.com SEPTEMBER 27-29 SEPTEMBER 29 Nashville Flea Market Preds Fest The Fairgrounds Nashville, 625 Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. This can’t miss Smith Avenue. Indoors and out- event kicks off the 2019-20 season, with Preds play- doors! You’ll find a huge variety er appearances, live entertainment, a used-equip- of gifts, antiques, collectibles, ment sale and fun for the whole family. Free admis- jewelry, arts and crafts, tools, sion. bridgestonearena.com

especially for kids and younger will explore a different weekly theme and create a related piece of art. Free Parthenon Wishing Chair Puppets Story Time admission and materials included, 11–11:45 am. Nashville Public Library Children’s Theatre, kidsvilleonline.org 615 Church Street. Limited free parking for 1-1/2 hours in the library’s parking garage. SEPTEMBER 1, 3-8, 10-15, 17-22 nashvillepubliclibrary.org The Itsy Bitsy Spider 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. nashvillechildrenstheatre.org 6 and under, but all are welcome. SEPTEMBER 6-7, 13-14, 20-21 SEPTEMBER 20-21, 27-28 The Frog Prince tells the story of a lonely frog, Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse a spoiled princess and a golden ball. This fun Lipscomb University, Shamblin Theatre, One musical production with original songs by Brian University Park Drive. Lilly loves everything about Hull and Sarah Hart, will feature the fabulous school, especially her cool teacher, Mr. Slinger. Tichenor Marionettes. But when Lilly brings her purple plastic purse and ————————————————————— its treasures to school and can’t wait until sharing THURSDAY AND SATURDAY MORNINGS time, Mr. Slinger confiscates her prized posses- Storytime at the TN State Museum sions. Lilly’s fury leads to revenge and then to re- TN State Museum, 1000 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard. morse and she sets out to make amends. Fridays For children 3 to 6 years old, Storytime in the 6:30 pm, Saturdays 10 am & 2:30 pm. Children’s Gallery will include a book reading SEPTEMBER 21 and craft or other activities. Free, 10:30–11 am Kidsville Family Festival (except for holidays). tnmuseum.org Centennial Park, 2600 West End Avenue. A fun- SATURDAY MORNINGS filled day of activities including crafts, inflatable Kidsville Story Time lawn games, face painting, scavenger hunt, food The Parthenon, 2500 West End Avenue. Kids 12 trucks, and more! 10 am–3 pm. kidsvilleonline.org

8 9 Sept. 14: Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors with performing special guest Birdtalker; Sept. 15: Tash Sultana with special guests The Teskey Brothers; Sept. 17: arts Nashville Songwriter Awards; Sept. 18: Snarky Puppy; Sept. 20: Marina with special guest LPX; Sept. 21: Dane Cook: Tell It Like It Is; Sept. 22: LeAnn Rimes with special guests Cedrc Sesley and Out for Souls; Sept. 22: Chaka Khan with Macy Gray, Victory and Sparkly City Disco at the Opry House; Sept. 23 & 24: Sheryl Crow; Sept. 25: Chris Janson; Sept. 27: King Crimson; Sept. 28: Josh Ritter & the Royal City Band with special guest Kathleen Edwards; Sept. 29: Darci Lynne & SEPTEMBER AT THE NASHVILLE SYMPHONY Friends Live; Sept. 29: Peppa Pig’s Adventure at Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony the Opry House; Sept. 30: Lizzo with Ari Lennox. Place. Ticket packages may be purchased from Buy tickets at Ryman box office, ryman.com, the Patron Services hotline at (615) 687-6401. ticketmaster.com, ticketmaster outlets or call Season ticket holders receive added benefits! (615) 458-8700. Concerts this month: Sept. 4: The Composer Lab, featuring five up-and-coming composers, is a free open rehearsal. Sept. 7: Celebrate one of rock music’s biggest icons at this night packed with The Music of Tom Petty with the Nashville Symphony. Sept. 8: Music City Mariachi presents México en el Corazón. Sept. 10: Come see what’s possible in extreme filmmaking when National Geographic presents Capturing the The Mavericks Impossible with Filmmaker Bryan Smith (without orchestra). Sept. 12-14: Tchaikovsky’s Fifth NIGHTLY with Maestro Giancarlo Guerrero. Sept. 15: Stroll Live Music at Rudy’s down memory lane with The Righteous Brothers Rudy’s Jazz Room, 809 Gleaves Street. Nashville’s (without orchestra). Sept. 22: America brings their only jazz club features live music, a New Orleans 50th anniversary tour to the Schermerhorn. (with- inspired menu, local brews, and tipsy cocktails. out orchestra). Sept. 27, 28: Beyond the Score® rudysjazzroom.com reveals the story behind the music to provide SUNDAY AFTERNOONS audiences with an entirely new view into classic Jazz Sundays repertoire, as we explore Shostakovich’s Fourth Tennessee Brew Works, 809 Ewing Avenue. Enjoy – Is Music Dangerous? Sept 29: America’s favor- live jazz every Sunday from 2–6 pm. tnbrew.com ite zookeeper Jack Hanna’s Into the Wild Live shares videos and experiences. Check the website SUNDAY EVENINGS for locations and dates. For concert tickets, call Bluegrass Jam the box office at (615) 687-6400 between 10 am Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue South. Free admis- and 6 pm Monday through Friday or 10 am and 2 sion on Sunday evening at Nashville’s premiere lis- pm Saturday. nashvillesymphony.org tening room for bluegrass and roots music. “Cold beer, hot pickin’ and friends you won’t meet until SEPTEMBER AT THE RYMAN AUDITORIUM you get here.” Showtime 8 pm. stationinn.com 116 Fifth Avenue North. This stellar venue is a six- time winner of Pollstar’s Concert Theatre of the MONDAYS AND SELECT THURSDAYS Year award and 2012, 2010 and 2008 Academy of Tribute To The King 1953–1977 Country Music’s Venue of the Year. This month’s Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley outstanding lineup: Sept. 3: Mark Knopfler; Sept. Drive. On Mondays and select Thursdays, 4: Boz Scaggs; Sept. 6 & 7: Mandolin Orange Celebrating our 20th season, over 1,100 shows! with special guest Bonny Light Horseman; Sept. This high-energy, live musical biography starring 8 & 9: Dwight Yoakam; Sept. 11: Americana John Beardsley features all six eras of the King’s Music Awards; Sept. 13: The Mavericks (pictured); career, including over 30 songs and five costume 10 11 performing arts ly live music soirée hosted by saxophonist Joe Johnson, featuring some of Nashville’s best mu- changes, and has thrilled audiences of all ages sicians, bands and vocalists. minervaavenue.com from New York to Russia. The legend lives on in THURSDAY AND FRIDAY EVENINGS Nashville’s first and only continuously running show Music at the Frist paying tribute to the King in Music City, where he Frist Art Museum, 919 Broadway. Enjoy free music recorded over 300 songs. “A great show, very au- in the Cafe or Grand Lobby, 6 pm. fristcenter.org thentic! I look forward to seeing it again,” raved SEPTEMBER 1, 5-8 DJ Fontana, Elvis’s longtime drummer. Audiences Mamma Mia continue to give standing ovations at every show. Jamison Theater in The Factory at Franklin. Follow A must-see show while in Nashville. To order tick- the hilarious story of a young woman’s search for ets, please call us directly (615) 758-0098. Seating her birth father through the story-telling magic of at 6:30 pm. Showtime is 7 pm. Box office opens ABBA’s timeless songs, propelling this enchanting at 10 am, day of show. Plenty of free parking! tale of love, laughter and friendship into an unfor- thenashvilleking.com gettable show. studiotenn.com TUESDAY EVENINGS SEPTEMBER 2, 5-8, 12-15, 19-22, 26-29 Acoustic Pickin’ Party Summer Shakespeare Centennial Black Box Theater, 211 27th Avenue One C1ty, 8 City Boulevard. This series North. Bring an acoustic instrument and join the will feature two of Shakespeare’s plays. circle, 7–9 pm. All styles of music, including orig- A classical comedy, The Tempest, inals. Great for developing chops, and learning explores the duality of love. The dra- new tunes. Bring a couple tunes you’d like to play matic story of Pericles is a tale of love, loss and and an open mind. Ages 12–up. nashville.gov redemption. 5:45 pm: Food and drink vendors; 6 EVERY THURSDAY pm: Talking Shakespeare with nightly special guest Jazz on the Ave speakers, preshow; 7 pm: performance begins. $10 Minerva Avenue, 1002 Buchanan Street. A week- suggested donation. nashvilleshakes.org

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12 SEPTEMBER Key_Ad_Half.indd 3 10, 1 17, 24 biggest hits, and the stories behind8/6/19 them! 9:17 From AM Courtyard Concerts Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, George & Tammy, Nashville Public Library, 615 Church Street. Bring Conway & Loretta, Kenny & Dolly, through lunch and enjoy a free, live outdoor concert, rain Wynonna, Garth Brooks, George Strait, Keith or shine. 11:45 am–1 pm, nashvillepubliclibrary.org Urban, Miranda Lambert and Taylor Swift, this show brings exciting entertainment unlike any SEPTEMBER 3, 10, 24 other. Performed by hot up-and-coming artists The Doyle and Debbie Show who are backed by a fantastic first-call Nashville Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue South. This hilarious band, they will bring you to your feet! Tickets love letter to the country music community and its available online, day of show or call (615) 730-8962. stars is hysterical, and the music is finely-crafted. themusicofnashville.com The two stars, Bruce Arntson and Jenny Littleton, have the acting and singing chops to carry it all off SEPTEMBER 5-7 beautifully. Tickets: $20, 7 pm. doyleanddebbie.com Be More Chill Street Theatre Company, 6727 Charlotte Pike. SEPTEMBER 4 Jeremy Heere is just an average teenager. That is, Swingin’ for NJW until he finds out about “The Squip” – a tiny super- Nashville Jazz Workshop, 1319 Adams Street. This computer that promises to bring him everything special night of music will feature members of he desires most: a date with Christine, an invite to NJW’s instrumental faculty. Tickets are $25, $15 for the raddest party of the year and a chance to sur- students. nashvillejazz.org vive life in his suburban New Jersey high school. SEPTEMBER 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28 streettheatrecompany.org The Music of Nashville: A Magical Journey SEPTEMBER 10-15 Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley Dear Evan Hansen Drive; The Nashville Palace, 2611 McGavock Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing Arts Pike. Join the incredible cast and band in a his- Center, 505 Deaderick Street. A letter that was nev- torical 60 year ride through some of Nashville’s er meant to be seen, a lie that was never meant to 13 performing arts destination for innovative contemporary art experiences will feature choreographer and performer be told, a life he never dreamed he could have. Hiroaki Umeda. His ingenious, high-velocity mul- Evan Hansen is about to get the one thing he’s al- timedia works are startling events to be experi- ways wanted: a chance to finally fit in. tpac.org enced as both immersive installations and thrilling live performances. oznashville.com SEPTEMBER 13, 20, 27 Nashville Jazz Workshop Evenings SEPTEMBER 19-21, 26-28 The Jazz Cave, 1319 Adams Street. Pianist Bruce The Wedding Singer Dudley on Sept. 13; The Joe Davidian Trio on Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre, 8204 Highway 100. Sept. 20; vocalist Connye Florance on Sept 27. Nashville’s original barn and most unique dining and Soft drinks and bottled water available. BYOB and entertainment experience offers a premium buffet snacks. Tickets: $25, Students: $15. nashvillejazz.org and professional theater. The Wedding Singer takes us back to a time when hair was big, greed was good, SEPTEMBER 14, 20-22, 26-29 Urinetown The Musical collars were up and a wedding singer might be the coolest guy in the room. chaffinsbarntheatre.com Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. In the not-so-distant fu- SEPTEMBER 20 ture, a horrible drought forces a government ban on Dueling Pianos all private toilets! If the poor can’t afford to use public Fontanel Nashville, 4225 Whites Creek Pike. Two amenities owned by the Urine Good Company, they’ll extremely talented pianists will keep you enter- be sent to the dreaded and mysterious Urinetown. tained all night long as they duel to your favorite Brave young hero Bobby Strong leads the poor to rise tunes at this fun, energetic event. Tickets $15; 6:30 up and fight for freedom. nashvillerep.org pm. fontanel.com SEPTEMBER 19-21 SEPTEMBER 20 Split Flow and Holistic Strata Music City Improv OZ Arts, 6172 Cockrill Bend Circle. Nashville’s Third Coast Comedy Club, Marathon Village, 1310 Clinton Avenue. This high octane show from music at the Nashville’s longest running improv troupe features live and video sketch comedy. Shows are consid- wineries ered PG-13 and are a mix of short form and long form. musiccityimprov.com Pack a picnic, bring your friends, lawn chairs and/or blankets, and enjoy free music in local SEPTEMBER 20-22 vineyards. Wines available for purchase. Romeo and Juliet Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing FRIDAYS THRU SUNDAYS Arrington Vineyards Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. William Shakespeare’s star-crossed lovers return to the 6211 Patton Road, Arrington. Music in the stage to open Nashville Ballet’s season. Featuring Vines features live jazz in the courtyard by the action-packed fight scenes and lush period cos- main tasting lodge, and bluegrass bands by tumes, this time- the Grand Barn. 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njoy shopping the many cool areas Store Outlet, LEGO, RCC Western Wear and eand gift shops around town. In addition Under Armour Factory House. Opry Mills is home to great vacation memories, you’ll be itching to 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- clusive Ryman merchandise including CDs, DVDs, (615) 891-4488 Mon.-Fri. 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 members, 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 22 23

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Bicentennial Mall State Park appear this month include Charlie Daniels Band, 600 James Robertson Parkway. A public park with Craig Morgan, Dustin Lynch, Scotty McCreery, statues, monuments, fountains, trails, bell tow- Jimmie Allen, Crystal Gayle, Ashley McBryde, ers, an amphitheater and home to the Nashville The Mavericks, Colt Ford, Oak Ridge Boys, Farmers’ Market. and more! Shows Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday at 7 pm. For tickets, visit opry.com or call Bike the Greenway Bicycle Rentals (615) 871-OPRY. Briley Parkway (TN-155) at Two Rivers Parkway (Exit 10). Two Rivers Park Trailhead is within min- Grand Ole Opry House Backstage Tours utes of Gaylord Opryland Resort, Music Valley Guided tours of the Grand Ole Opry House offer Drive Hotels, and Nashville Airport Hotels, and visitors an up-close look at the celebrated 4,400- offers miles of dedicated greenway. Hourly seat venue and country’s most famous show, in- or half-day rentals. Call (615) 920-1388 or visit cluding themed dressing rooms, the artists’ en- bikethegreenway.net to arrange your bike rental trance, the Opry stage, and more. Daytime tours and transfer to trailhead (if needed). are available seven days a week. Tours are also available following most Opry performances with Centennial Park video tour guide Darius Rucker. For a once-in-a- 2500 West End Avenue. The city’s premier park lifetime experience, try our Behind the Curtain VIP features the iconic Parthenon and statue Athena, tour. For more information, visit opry.com or call a one-mile walking trail, Lake Watauga, Centennial (615) 871-OPRY. Art Center, historical monuments, beautiful gardens, dog park, exercise trail and much more. Historic RCA Studio B 1611 Roy Acuff Place, Music Row. Known as one Cheekwood Estate & Gardens of the world’s most important recording studios 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Beautiful botanic gar- where more than 35,000 songs were brought dens and historic house museum with American, to life, including Dolly Parton’s “Jolene” and European, and contemporary art. cheekwood.org many hits by Elvis. Tours depart hourly between Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum 10:30 am–2:30 pm daily from the Country Music 2222 Fifth Avenue South. Experience the history Hall of Fame® and Museum. (615) 416-2001, of America’s music through exciting new exhibits, countrymusichalloffame.com entertaining films, interactive displays, and an in- The Huckabee Show credible array of costumes and instruments at the Huckabee Theater, 30 Music Village Boulevard,15 largest popular music museum in the world. Sing minutes north of Nashville, in Hendersonville, Me Back Home, the museum’s permanent exhibit, TN. Be part of a live studio audience and enjoy tells the story of country music from its pre-com- news, music, entertainment and fun with former mercial roots in the nineteenth century through its Governor of Arkansas, Mike Huckabee and his spe- vibrant life today. Open daily 9 am–5 pm. Package cial guests! You must be 16 years of age to attend a upgrades available, and be sure to include a tour live taping. Tickets are free. Register and get show of historic RCA Studio B, where Elvis and others taping dates online or call 833-HUCKABEE for recorded over 35,000 songs. Shop the Museum more information. Seating is at 6:30 pm. Tapings Store and savor a made-from-scratch meal at Two are weekly. Walk-ins are welcome! huckabeetix.tv Twenty•Two Grill and Catering. (615) 416-2001, countrymusichalloffame.org Johnny Cash Museum 119 Third Avenue South. Featuring the largest Frist Art Museum collection of Johnny Cash memorabilia in the 919 Broadway. Spacious galleries in a magnificent world, the museum has everything from his earli- art deco building, beautiful gift shop and café din- est childhood artifacts to the last song he wrote. ing. fristcenter.org Exhibits chronicle The Man in Black’s life with Grand Ole Opry stunning graphics, artifacts and interactive tech- 2804 Opryland Drive. The world’s longest-run- nology and include stage costumes, instruments, ning live radio show features the best in country, personal letters, artwork and handwritten songs bluegrass, comedy and more. Artists scheduled to as well as artifacts from family members and no-

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26 table friends.Experience a three-dimensional walk attractions through the life and legend of this international icon. From handwritten lyrics for “I Walk the Line” The Lotz House and “Folsom Prison Blues,” to a stone wall from 1111 Columbia Avenue, Franklin. Come to The Johnny and June’s home in Hendersonville, this Lotz House for the compelling story of the Battle museum holds the true essence of the man. Find of Franklin, the Lotz family and the fine antiques the largest selection of Cash souvenirs, appar- of the Civil War era. Trip Advisor’s #1 attraction el and rare collectibles in the Museum store. No in Franklin features guided tours daily. There is trip to Nashville would be complete without a vis- a value ticket available which includes Carnton it to the Johnny Cash Museum. Bongo Java Cafe Plantation and The Carter House, located across serves coffee and coffee drinks as well as gourmet the street. (615) 790-7190, LotzHouse.com cafe foods. Open 9 am–6 pm seven days a week. ® (615) 256-1777, johnnycashmuseum.com The Music of Nashville : A Magical Journey Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley Drive; Lane Motor Museum The Nashville Palace, 2611 McGavock Pike. [“These 702 Murfreesboro Pike. Discover unique vehicles are great performers!”—Mickey Gilley] Join the in- from A to Z. One of the few museums in North credible cast and band in a historical 60 year ride America to specialize in European cars, with over through some of Nashville’s biggest hits, and the 150 cars and motorcycles on display from all over stories behind them. From Hank Williams, Patsy the world. “100 Years of Leyat”, is a fascinating ex- Cline, George & Tammy, Conway & Loretta, Kenny hibit that explores the many ideas of Marcel Leyat & Dolly, through Wynonna, Garth Brooks, George – from propeller-driven cars and flight trainers to his Strait, Keith Urban, Miranda Lambert and Taylor invention of an alternative method of musical no- Swift, this show brings exciting entertainment unlike tation – is on permanent display. Over 45 marques any other. Performed by hot up-and-coming artists representing North and South America, Asia, and who are backed by a fantastic first-call Nashville Europe. This is not your typical car museum! Open band, they will bring you to your feet! Tickets avail- Thursday–Monday, 10 am–5 pm. Admission: Adults able online, day of show or call (615) 730-8962. See (18–64) $12; Seniors 65+ $8; Youth (6–17) $3; free for discount on back cover. themusicofnashville.com 5 and under. (615) 742-7445, lanemuseum.org

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The world famous Nudie’s Honky here at The Second Fiddle. And Second Fiddle was the loca- tionTonk used on by BroadwayTim McGraw’s residesMonday Nightin aFootball 100-year-old Halftime Showhistoric for thethree-story NFL 2006 season.building Visit housing the website millions at www. of thesecondfiddle.com.dollars of rare country music memorabilia, costumes, multiple bars, two stages featuring live ThE STAGE oN broADwAy music and Southern style comfort food for guests. The Stage On Broadway is Lower Broadway’s hottest, edgiest placeOpen to 11party am–3 hard witham alldaily, your visitors rowdy friends. can see See popand beculture seen at iconic The Stage designs where there’sby designer live country Nudie music Cohn daily andlike never Elvis a Presley’scover charge. gold Check lame’ out thesuit huge and mural one of of great his country$400,000 music Cadillac legends. ElAnd Dorado be sure to customized look at the original “Nudie oil paintingMobile” of whichThe Highwaymen hangs on that the hangs wall. over This the attractionfront door. Hankfeatures Williams, the longestJr., Pam Tillis,bar inBrooks Music & Dunn,City at Montgomery over 100 Gentryfeet. nudieshonkytonk.comand many more of Country Music’s greatest have used The Stage for filming videos and TV specials. You never know who'llOld showTown up Trolleytonight at ToursThe Stage On Broadway. Visit the webDowntown site at www.TheStageOnBroadway.com. (See map pages 18-19). Don’t Just Visit Nashville…Relive It! Join Old Town Trolley Tours for a 12 mile, Hop On – Hop Off Tour of Music City. cont. on pg. 30 28page 2 8 Enjoy colorful anecdotes, humorous stories and features hundreds of never before seen artifacts, well researched historical facts on the 100 minute personal belongings, videos and much more. tour. With 15 convenient stops along the route, (615) 454-4722, patsymuseum.com guests can disembark and enjoy attractions, shop- Ryman Auditorium and Ryman ping and dining. Discover Music Row, Marathon Auditorium Tours Motor Works, the Riverfront, Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Avenue North. Named Pollstar’s Theatre Country Music Hall of Fame, Broadway – Honky of the Year many times, The Ryman continues a Tonk Row, the Parthenon and much, much more than 100-year music tradition by presenting more! Old Town Trolley Tours is the “attraction a wide variety of world-class entertainment year that takes you to the attractions.” 100% Money round. A must-see for any Nashville visitor, The Back Guarantee. 201 Broadway, (615) 258-5924. Ryman is the very epicenter of Music City. Take a trolleytours.com self-guided tour and learn the fascinating story of The Parthenon the building’s construction as you peruse artifacts Centennial Park. This Nashville treasure is recog- from more than a century of entertainment history. nized as one of the world’s most impressive scale Dubbed “The Mother Church of Country Music” reproductions of an ancient classic. It houses the by Nashvillians, it’s well known by this moniker to- magnificent 42-foot statue of Athena, the largest day. Guided tours are available on a limited basis. indoor sculpture in North America. There are also Visit the Gift Shop as well as Café Lula. For tickets fine art exhibits in the Parthenon Museum. call (615) 889-3060, visit the Ryman Box Office, or The Patsy Cline Museum ryman.com. Open seven days a week. 119 Third Avenue South, Second Level. Though TN State Museum she left the world tragically at the age of 30 in 1000 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard. The new 1963, Patsy Cline made an indelible mark on 137,000-square-foot Tennessee State Museum sits Country music and remains one of the biggest at the foot of Capitol Hill at Bicentennial Capitol names in Country history. The Patsy Cline Museum Mall State Park, and is designed to bring histo- celebrates the life of the legendary songstress and ry to life. It includes a “Tennessee Time Tunnel”

29 attractions the King in Music City, where he recorded over 300 songs. “A great show, very authentic! I look forward chronicling the state’s rich history and leading vis- to seeing it again,” raved DJ Fontana, Elvis’s long- itors though the Museum’s permanent collection, time drummer. Audiences continue to give stand- a hands-on children’s gallery, six rotating galler- ing ovations at every show. A must-see show while ies, a state-of-the art digital learning center and in Nashville. To order tickets, please call us directly a two-story Grand Hall. Exhibitions include signif- (615) 758-0098. Seating at 6:30 pm. Showtime is 7 icant artifacts related to the state’s history, along pm. Box office opens at 10 am, day of show. Plenty with displays of art, furniture, textiles, and photo- of free parking! thenashvilleking.com graphs produced by Tennesseans. The Museum’s The Upper Room Civil War holdings of uniforms, battle flags and 1908 Grand Avenue, weapons are among the finest in the nation. Free midtown. An active admission. tnmuseum.org chapel and museum, Tribute To The King 1953–1977 The Upper Room fea- Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley Drive. tures a nearly life-size On Mondays and select Thursdays, Celebrating wood carving of da our 20th season, over 1,100 shows! This high-en- Vinci’s The Last Supper, permanent and season- ergy, live musical bi- al exhibits, as well as a peaceful garden. View ography starring John Christian artwork dating back to the 12th century, Beardsley features all a Madonna and Child Gallery exhibit, 100 nativi- six eras of the King’s ty scenes during the Christmas holidays, and a career, including over Ukrainian egg display during Lent and Easter. Come 30 songs and five cos- experience the tranquility of the Upper Room tume changes, and has amid the city’s tumult. Open Monday–Thursday, 8 thrilled audiences of all ages from New York to am–4:30 pm, Friday 8 am–12:30 pm. Closed hol- Russia. The legend lives on in Nashville’s first and idays and weekends. Call (615) 340-7207 or visit only continuously running show paying tribute to chapel.upperroom.org.

The Upper Room Chapel, Museum, and Bookstore A Space for Prayer and Reflection in the Heart of Music City

n View the life-sized woodcarving of Leonardo da Vinci’s painting, The Last Supper in our Chapel n Pray in our Agape Garden n Learn through Christian art exhibits in the Museum n Buy books and gifts in our bookstore

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