Entries from April 1, 2013 - April 30, 2013

Wednesday
Apr172013

Just Announced! 2013 - 2014 HCA/TriStar Health Broadway Season

Everyone is talking about Nashville. It City. Nowville. Music City. But, to us, it will always be MUSICAL CITY.

“Everywhere you look Nashville is turning heads and making headlines, and we’re proud of the role TPAC plays in our city’s thriving creative community by providing audiences with the best of Broadway’s cutting-edge storytelling, family-friendly entertainment, and pop culture-filled blockbusters,” TPAC President and CEO Kathleen O’Brien said. It’s a year of entertainment packed with new musicals, long-awaited returns, worldwide hits, and some of the most jaw-dropping artistry being presented on stage. We can’t wait to share it with you.”

Last night TPAC announced the 2013-2014 HCA/TriStar Health Broadway Season line up: Jersey Boys, We Will Rock You, Ghost, Sister Act, Million Dollar Quartet, and War Horse. Broadway Special Events include: Disney's Beauty and the Beast, Wicked, I Love Lucy Live on Stage and A Christmas Carol.

The event kicked off with special guest performers from The Million Dollar Quartet followed closely by a performance from Jersey Boys. TPAC also hosted another very special guest, Joey and his puppeteers, from War Horse. Please take a look at this special feature put together by the Tennessean yesterday!

 

Other headlines from the event:

TPAC announces 2013-14 season - The Tennessean

TPAC announces 2013-2014 season - Out & About

Jersey Boys, Wicked, War Horse and Sister Act On Tap for Nashville ... - Broadway World

http://artsnash.com/theater/war-horse-tpac/ ArtsNash

http://www.lacampana.us/lac/2013/04/17/broadway-tpac-devela-sus-espectaculos-musicales-para-la-temporada-2013-2014/ - La Campana

We invite you all to join us this season and experience firsthand another thrilling season at your home for the performing arts. For more information on the HCA/TriStar Health Broadway at TPAC series, visit us at www.tpac.org/broadway, where season tickets may be purchased, or call TPAC Subscriber Services at (615) 782-6560 or (800) 410-4216 if you live outside the Nashville area.

Monday
Apr082013

TPAC targets teen meth use via hip-hop, spoken word

Written by Jessica BlissThe Tennessean, Apr 2, 2013

 

The statistic is staggering. Tennessee is No. 1 in the nation for meth use.

Law enforcement is not the only group taking notice.

With a unique approach to awareness and prevention of drug use among young people, the Tennessee Performing Arts Center is putting a spotlight on meth and joining the movement against such abuse.

This month, TPAC Education presents “Cranked,” a 45-minute play that tells the story of a talented rap artist’s destructive addiction to meth and his struggle to rebuild his life. Blending spoken-word poetry and hip-hop, the production is timely considering the widespread use of meth and other drugs in Tennessee and is a relevant launching point for discussions with teens.

“Often, what we, as adults, consider compelling information is perceived as white noise by teens — it doesn’t get through,” said Roberta Ciuffo West, TPAC executive vice president for education and outreach. “But the arts often find a way to penetrate that without diluting the message.”

There will be a special after-school performance of “Cranked” at 4 p.m. on April 12 at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center. Due to strong language, it is recommended only for a high school audience. The show will be followed by Southern Word’s 2013 Wild Card Semifinal Slam. This event will give local youth poets and spoken-word artists a chance to qualify for the Mid-South Grand Slam Finals and a national competition. Tickets are $8 and may be purchased at the door or by calling 615-687-4288.

In addition to the after-school performance open to the public, “Cranked” will be performed in matinees for student audiences through TPAC Education’s annual season for young people. Groups interested in attending a performance today through April 12 can contact Cassie LaFevor at 615-687-4288 or clafevor@tpac.orghttp://www.tpac.org/education/HOT/SeasonforYoungPeople/index.asp#Cranked

Reach Jessica Bliss at 615-259-8253 or jbliss@tennessean.com.