Spring Serenade: Clarksville Arts and Heritage Council Presents Free Harp-Oboe Concert
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Arts and Heritage Council is teaming up with First Presbyterian Church to present an enchanting music concert by composer Claude Debussy in the church sanctuary on Sunday, April 21st at 1:00pm.
The concert by oboist Hannah Cruse and harpist Liana Alpino is free and open to the public.
Although the venue is the formal church sanctuary, Ms. Cruse suggests those attending bring a pillow or blanket to get comfortable and let Debussy’s romantic melodies lull them into a springtime dream.
Harpist Liana Alpino
Rediscover the Bard with A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Hamlet at the Roxy Regional Theatre, April 18th-27th
Clarksville, TN – “Rediscover the Bard” at A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Hamlet when the Roxy Regional Theatre presents William Shakespeare’s comedic fantasy and revenge tragedy in repertory, April 18th through April 27th.
Kicking off the run on April 18th, A Midsummer Night’s Dream consists of several subplots that revolve around the marriage of Theseus, Duke of Athens, and Hippolyta, Queen of the Amazons.
One subplot involves a conflict among four Athenian lovers, while another follows a group of six amateur actors rehearsing the play which they are to perform before the wedding. Both groups find themselves in a forest inhabited by fairies who manipulate the humans and are engaged in their own domestic intrigue in this comedic fantasy produced in part by Debbie & Mike Shoulders and J. Allyn Smith & Jeanne Odermann.
“Bach to Broadway” Concert featuring Penelope Shumate, Jan Corrothers to be held at the Roxy Regional Theatre this Saturday
Clarksville, TN – The stunning vocal stylings of critically acclaimed soprano Penelope Shumate and expert artistry of pianist Jan Corrothers will fill the Roxy Regional Theatre this Saturday, April 13th, 2024, at 7:30pm. You do not want to miss this special evening for a great cause!
A benefit for the GFWC Clarksville Women’s Club’s efforts to raise funds for Austin Peay State University music student scholarships, the evening will begin with a reception at 6:30pm.
Accompanied by Corrothers, Dr. Shumate will take the stage at 7:30pm to amaze audiences with her smooth and seamless transitions from a variety of classical vocal genres including works by Bach, Debussy, Fauré, Granados, Mahler, and Libby Larsen, to perform well-loved Jazz and Broadway standards.
Roxy Regional Theatre presents “Bach to Broadway” Concert featuring Penelope Shumate, Jan Corrothers
Historic Collinsville to Celebrate Season Opening April 13th
Clarksville, TN – Historic Collinsville in rural Montgomery County will open its annual season on Saturday, April 13th, 2024, featuring hands-on activities for all ages from 10:00am to 4:00pm as well as the newly opened Weakley House Museum.
The community is invited to a special ribbon-cutting ceremony commemorating the opening of the Weakley House Museum on Friday, April 12th, at 2:00pm.
Visitors on April 13th will experience “Full STEAM Ahead,” a special theme for opening day with activities and programming featuring science, technology, engineering, art, and math (“STEAM”) projects alongside skilled tradesmen and period-dressed docents. Guests can become part of the past and interact with antiques as they explore the grounds and rooms of the historic buildings. All activities are included with special event admission.
The Historic Collinsville Pioneer Settlement provides an interactive education and fun experience for children and adults. (Steve Litteral)
Customs House Museum & Cultural Center Presents Wood, Paper, Paint: Collecting Art for 40 Years
Clarksville, TN – In celebration of its 40th anniversary, the Customs House Museum and Cultural Center proudly announces the opening of its latest exhibition, Wood, Paper, Paint: Collecting Art for 40 Years.
On view from April 2nd to June 2nd, this special exhibition commemorates four decades of the Museum’s dedication to collecting and preserving art.
Customs House Museum & Cultural Center: Wood, Paper, Paint: Collecting Art for 40 Years, Crouch Gallery
Clarksville Living Magazine releases April/May 2024 edition
Clarksville, TN – The team at Clarksville Living Magazine is excited to announce the release of the April/May 2024 edition of Clarksville’s #1 print source for what’s happening in our city, ranked one of the top 25 fastest-growing cities in the United States over the last five years.
This month’s issue features the latest in Cindy Podurgal Chambers’ series – At Home in Clarksville. Chambers sat down with photographer Susan Bryant and her husband, artist Billy Renkl, to talk about their unique 85-year-old home in a story entitled Susan Bryant & Billy Renkl: Hands, Hearts, and Living with Art.
APSU’s Community School of the Arts Summer Camp opens for registration
Clarksville, TN – The Community School of the Arts (CSA) at Austin Peay State University (APSU) has gone retro to the 1990s for this year’s Summer Arts Camp. Aspiring young artists can join us for workshops in painting, ceramics, dance, and theatre — plus, campers will tie-dye their own camp T-shirts. Cowabunga!
Children ages 8-15 can choose from two weeks of immersive identical day camps. Registration is open now, and summer camps run from 9:00am – 5:00pm July 8th-12th and July 15th-19th. That’s the 411!
Participants will be placed into two groups, ages 8-10 and ages 11-15, with a maximum of 20 students per group (40 participants total). The $400.00 the camp fee covers all lunches, snacks, art supplies, and swag! Each camp session features top-tier instruction from Austin Peay State University professors and alumni using the University’s state-of-the-art facilities and equipment.
Roxy Regional Theatre’s You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown has Four Performances Left
Clarksville, TN – Don’t cry! You still have four chances to Rediscover Your Childhood with our feel-good, family-friendly musical You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown at the Roxy Regional Theatre.
Don’t forget to take advantage of our discounts!
Remaining Showtimes
- Thursday, March 28th at 7:00pm
- Friday, March 29th at 7:00pm
- Saturday, March 3th0 at 2:00pm
- Saturday, March 30th at 7:00pm
Based on Charles M. Schulz’s beloved comic strip, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown explores life through the eyes of the Peanuts gang as they play baseball, struggle with homework, sing songs, swoon over their crushes, and celebrate the joy of friendship.
Kenwood High School Drama Club to perform the American Classic “The Glass Menagerie”
Montgomery County, TN – Kenwood High School Drama Club proudly presents The Glass Menagerie on April 4th, 5th, and 6th, 2024, at 6:30pm.
Written by Tennessee Williams in 1944, the beloved drama tells the story of a family that feels as current today as when it debuted on Broadway almost 80 years ago.
“The Glass Menagerie is an American masterpiece that has much to show us about the joys and challenges of family life,” says Dr. Judy Rye, who directs the production. “Kenwood High School’s gifted actors hold nothing back as they bring Tennessee Williams’ iconic characters to life.”
Kallie Henry as Laura in the Kenwood High School Drama Clubs presentation of The Glass Menagerie
Rediscover Your Childhood with You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown at the Roxy Regional Theatre
Clarksville, TN – Rediscover Your Childhood at the Roxy Regional Theatre this weekend with a feel-good, family-friendly musical! Sure to delight the young and the young at heart, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown opens this Thursday, March 14th, 2024, at 7:00pm.
Based on Charles M. Schulz’s beloved comic strip, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown explores life through the eyes of the Peanuts gang as they play baseball, struggle with homework, sing songs, swoon over their crushes, and celebrate the joy of friendship.
