Celebrate the Sesquicentennial with the Musical “The Civil War” at the Roxy Regional Theatre
April 19, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Beginning Friday, April 22nd, at 8:00pm, the Roxy Regional Theatre marks the Sesquicentennial with “The Civil War”, a musical tribute covering the enormous emotional landscape of the most difficult test our nation has ever endured.
Reminiscent of Ken Burns’ acclaimed documentary, “The Civil War” puts a human face on the greatest tragedy of American history and passionately asks us to consider our beliefs about freedom, honor and faith. This thrilling, gut-wrenching and awe-inspiring musical draws on letters, diaries, firsthand accounts and the words of Abraham Lincoln, Frederick Douglass and Walt Whitman.
The cast of "The Civil War" performs at the Rivers & Spires Festival.
2011 Rivers and Spires Begins
April 18, 2011
Clarksville, TN – On Thursday, April 14th, the Rivers and Spires festival kicked off in Clarksville TN. The Roxy Regional Theatre sang songs from the upcoming “Civil War” on the Public Square stage. The Roxy was followed by the rhythms of The Bucket Boys.
The last act of the evening was Mr. Speed, America’s KISS Tribute band. By the end of the night, Mr. Speed had the crowd a rocking.
The Civil War at Rivers & Spires
April 14, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The Roxy Regional Theatre will be opening Rivers & Spires this evening (Thursday) at 5:00pm on the Public Square Stage (in front of F&M Bank). The actors will be performing selections from THE CIVIL WAR.
So come downtown and catch some glimpses of The Civil War, coming next week to the Roxy.
Road Closures Announced For Rivers & Spires
April 10, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Road closures for this week have been announced for the 9th Annual Rivers & Spires Festival in downtown Clarksville.
The following streets will be closed: [Read more]
Aspire To Stardom Lines Up Impressive Judges, Talent Scouts
April 1, 2011
Clarksville, TN – After a very successful first year, Aspire to Stardom is back with another talent filled show.
After hosting several rounds of auditions in February, the preliminary judges narrowed the 1,100 applicants down to just 42. Safe to say that was a hard decision, but it’s sure to lend itself to a group of extremely talented young people. The talent show is only open to people under the age of 20.
Aspire to Stardom was an event born out of the need to let the youth of the community have their talents be seen and heard. The entire event was free to those auditioning; there is no charge to audition or perform at the festival which makes it an even more appealing platform for people who want to get their talents heard. This year the show will be Friday, April 15th from 5:00pm to 9:30pm on the Fun Zone Stage at the Rivers and Spires Festival, Downtown Clarksville. [Read more]
Quilts Of The Cumberland Brings Exhibit and Trunk Show To Rivers & Spires
April 1, 2011
Clarksville, TN – This year during the Rivers & Spires Festival, make your way to the Madison Street United Methodist Church and take in the amazing Quilts of the Cumberland display.
The exhibit will take place all three days of the festival, April 14th-16th. The show will display local artisans with a variety of quilts from traditional to one of a kind art quilts. Quilting is a centuries old art form where the quilters use colors, shapes and their creativity to express themselves through the use of fabrics, various textiles and embellishments. Quilting is still a tradition in many households. According to the Quilters Newsletter study, Quilting in America 2010, there are 21 million quilters in the US and 14 percent of US households are home to one active quilter. [Read more]
2011 Miss River Queen and Teen Crowned
March 29, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Giselle Fontenot has been named Miss River Queen 2011, while Sarah Gross will reign as the new Miss River Teen. The new title holders were crowned at the pageant held Saturday, March 26th, at Austin Peay State University’s Clement Auditorium.
The new queen and teen were crowned by the 2010 Miss River Queen Kyndal Hayes and Miss River Teen Katie Kennedy.
Miss River Queen 2011 Giselle Fontenot (right) and Miss River Teen 2011 Sarah Gross (left).
Entries Being Accepted for Rivers & Spires Quilts of the Cumberland Show
March 28, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Entries for The Quilts of the Cumberland Show are being accepted online through April 6th, 2011. The event is open to the public and information, instructions and applications can be found online at www.riversandspires.com. [Read more]
The Green Zone Brings A Big Science Exhibit and Interactive Activities to Rivers & Spires
March 25, 2011
Clarksville, TN – During the Rivers & Spires Festival, April 14th-16th, a very special environmentally aware Green Zone area will be set up and will have booths dedicated to all things related to sustainable living.
Participating businesses and non-profits teach visitors about recycling, organic living, nature preservation and conservation. Each of the 12 booths will also have interactive entertainment for the whole family. This year’s Green Zone will have a fun, passport theme. Each booth will have an activity for kids to complete and once they do, their passport will be stamped. When the passport has been stamped by each booth vendor, it can be redeemed for a prize. And like all other activities at the festival, it’s free!
The 2010 Rivers & Spires Festival
Top Acts lined up for Rivers & Spires
March 24, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The Rivers & Spires Festival (April 14th-16th, 2011) has announced more big-name acts for this year’s festival, including a Grammy nominated blues vocalist and musician as well as top Christian artists, kids entertainment and cover bands for some of the greatest acts in Rock music.
Rivers & Spires Festival, Clarksville TN
