Here is the Cast:
Kris Kringle Mike Lyttle
Dr. Pierce Trudy Whiting
Doris Walker Jennifer Bennett
Ms. Shellhammer Megan Gallup
Miss Adams Emma Shows
Sourpuss Santa David Hodges
Cleo Cyndi Culpepper
Fred Gailey Jeremy Hudgens
Susan Walker Claudia Bennett
Jake and Mom Jed Jordan, Laurie Jordan
Judy and Mom Scout Yokley, Kelly Yokley
Sally and Grandma Abigail Shows, Ruth White
Maryke and Mom Mattie Anderson, Angela Anderson
Mr. Macy Jon Kopischke
Mr. Sawyer Tom Whiting
Newspaper Boys Clifton Cummings/Drew Holley
Mr. Gimble Steve Yokley
Radio Announcer Melinda Kirby
Photographer Brennan Hicks
Dr. Rogers Kenya Hicks
Judge Henry X. Harper David Mead
Finley, the Bailiff Brennan Hicks
Charlie Holloran Steve Yokley
Mr. Mara David Hodges
Mrs. Henry Harper Janice Cauthern
Harper Grandchildren Abigail Ratliff, Hannah Ratliff, Haley Jennings, Peyton Jennings
Tommy Mara, Jr. Tate Blunt
Mrs. Mara Leslie Hudgens
Alice Golden Linda Sue Simmons Runyeon
Louise Spoletto Emma Jordan
Chorus:
Mary Margaret Culpepper, Taylor Blunt, Kaylee Hodges, Stephanie Wright, Gabriella Mann,
Yael Mead, Shane Kopischke, Alyssa Runyeon, Arianna Wooten, Allison Paige Haynes
Friday, October 30, 2009
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Don't Miss This!
The Golden Dragon Acrobats present Cirque D'Or on October 29th at 11am and 7pm. Call 615-740-5600 for tickets!
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Monday, September 28, 2009
Meet the Artist!
Denise Stewart-Sanabria is an artist whose work is currently featured in the Renaissance Regional Art Exhibition on view through October 24th.
Denise was born in Massachusetts and received her BFA in Painting from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She has lived in Knoxville since 1986. She has received over twenty awards during a five year period from both curators and directors from the Huntsville Museum of Art, the Knoxville Museum of Art, The Hunter Museum of Art, the National Portrait Gallery and most recently the Purchase Award from The Renaissance Center.
Here's a little information about Denise's piece Class of '37 currently on display...
This particular piece was part of a large project inspired by abandoned photo albums I got at a Elders Used Book Store in Nashville. This album was a do-it-yourself high school yearbook from 1937. I integrated the commentary and found objects that the owner had placed in the album into my portraits of the students. The high school as Vashon High School of St. Louis, MO. I was later able to trace what became of many of the students through the St. Louis Genealogical Soceity.
Denise's other work can be viewed at www.stewart-sanabria.com. Also, Denise will be exhibiting her life size plywood people in the East Wing, January 22nd, 2010 - March 6th! But if you can't wait till then come by and see her work before the Regional Exhibit closes!
Denise was born in Massachusetts and received her BFA in Painting from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She has lived in Knoxville since 1986. She has received over twenty awards during a five year period from both curators and directors from the Huntsville Museum of Art, the Knoxville Museum of Art, The Hunter Museum of Art, the National Portrait Gallery and most recently the Purchase Award from The Renaissance Center.
Here's a little information about Denise's piece Class of '37 currently on display...
This particular piece was part of a large project inspired by abandoned photo albums I got at a Elders Used Book Store in Nashville. This album was a do-it-yourself high school yearbook from 1937. I integrated the commentary and found objects that the owner had placed in the album into my portraits of the students. The high school as Vashon High School of St. Louis, MO. I was later able to trace what became of many of the students through the St. Louis Genealogical Soceity.
Denise's other work can be viewed at www.stewart-sanabria.com. Also, Denise will be exhibiting her life size plywood people in the East Wing, January 22nd, 2010 - March 6th! But if you can't wait till then come by and see her work before the Regional Exhibit closes!
Friday, September 11, 2009
Meet the Artist!
Randy Toy, also known as Toyzini, is a local talented artist and a staple to the Dickson arts community. Currently his piece, Scarry TV, is on display in The Renaissance Center's 11th Annual Renaissance Regional Exhibit. He has also donated a piece to the Dickson County Humane Shelter Auction on September 19in the Rotunda. Much of Randy's work captures the lifestyle of the rural South. Made of traditional and non-traditional material, Randy, a graduate of Austin Peay University brings the viewer in with the bright colors and comical scenes, while still challenging the viewer's relationships to familiar places, events, locations, and even their own societies and communities. Recently I asked Randy to write a few words about his process…
Painting for me is a way to say the things I want to get across, ideals I have that just saying them would soon be forgot. Images can stay in your mind and can be thought about anytime. One of the greatest compliments I ever received was when a viewer told me that he was thinking about one of my paintings while driving down the road.
The piece that is currently on display at The Renaissance Center is about how people have become so afraid of the weather, and at the same time we become numb to the fact that every time the news comes on it is about how many murders have happened in the past 24 hours.
Another series I have been working on is how artist do not use sponsorship like sports does. Go to a baseball game and the fence is cover with advertising so I have started advertising on the frames of my work. Look on the high school level have you ever seen the local news bring a helicopter to a high school art exhibit?
Another interest of mine is family and local stories both provide me with endless subject matter. Dan Prince called me a storyteller in his book Passing in the Outsider Lane and I love that.
And here is an excerpt from Passing in the Outsider Lane by Dan Prince:
"Randy Toy is a country 'folk teller', as much as any old fellow sitting on the porch whittling and 'yarnin'. His stories condense all of the homilies, common sense, and good fun of rural Tennessee into visual vignettes. Here a picture is worth a thousand words, and while he gives you a bright figurative scene, the paintings also show the dark side of human nature. Randy questions some old time notions, with modern ideas, and uses a farmer's ageless eyes to see the encroachment of modern civilization."
The image to the right is titled Still Wet and depicts Randy Toy's Grandmother selling moonshine on her porch. Come see Randy's work in the Regional Exhibit on view now through Oct 24th!
Thursday, September 10, 2009
New Mind Enriching Theatre Series Season
The Renaissance Center's Mind Enriching Theatre (M.E.T.) Series consists of age appropriate plays aimed at enhancing an educator's curriculum. Perfect for public schools, private schools, or students being home schooled. To book a field trip to see one of our entertaining plays, please call Laura Jackson at 615-740-5533. And now on to the season...Math Quest: An Adventure with Numbers
September 22nd- November 19th
recommended for 2nd-5th Graders
Charlene is a 4th grader who is stressing over an end of the year test. She neither likes nor understands math and is unable to shake the anxiety- even in her sleep. When her head hits the pillow, she enters Math Land, a dream world populated by numbers where math concepts come to life. Characters like Mr Uno, Mrs Dos, Mr Sum, Mrs Difference, and a chorus called The Decimal Points all help Charlene master the concepts she'll need for her exam. The show's music is written by the Tony Award winning composer Jack Herrick and the national award winning study guide was developed by Duke University (available to download at our website... www.rcenter.org).
Ferdinand the Bull
November 20th only!
recommended for k-5th
Come meet Ferdinand, the mild mannered star of the Nashville Ballet's newest production, based on The Story of Ferdinand by Munro Leaf. Children and adults alike will be charmed by the lovable bull that would much rather sit in the field and smell the flowers than fight and fuss like all the other bulls. Through Ferdinand's gentle spirit, children learn to appreciate and embrace what makes each of us special and realize that, sometimes, stopping to smell the flowers is a better response than putting up a fight.
Jack Frost Saves Christmas
December 1st-18th
recommended for k-6th grade
Children of all ages will watch in wonder as a penguin, a polar bear, a rabbit and a raccoon appear from the snow to lead the ever silly Jack Frost on an amazing adventure through the city of Christmastown in the entertaining new musical. Through song and dance, Jack discovers his amazing talents and manages to heroically save Christmas. With songs like Countdown to Christmas and Gifts are for Giving, the audience will experience the joy and magic of the season and will leave the theatre ready for the holidays!
September 22nd- November 19th
recommended for 2nd-5th Graders
Charlene is a 4th grader who is stressing over an end of the year test. She neither likes nor understands math and is unable to shake the anxiety- even in her sleep. When her head hits the pillow, she enters Math Land, a dream world populated by numbers where math concepts come to life. Characters like Mr Uno, Mrs Dos, Mr Sum, Mrs Difference, and a chorus called The Decimal Points all help Charlene master the concepts she'll need for her exam. The show's music is written by the Tony Award winning composer Jack Herrick and the national award winning study guide was developed by Duke University (available to download at our website... www.rcenter.org).
Ferdinand the Bull
November 20th only!
recommended for k-5th
Come meet Ferdinand, the mild mannered star of the Nashville Ballet's newest production, based on The Story of Ferdinand by Munro Leaf. Children and adults alike will be charmed by the lovable bull that would much rather sit in the field and smell the flowers than fight and fuss like all the other bulls. Through Ferdinand's gentle spirit, children learn to appreciate and embrace what makes each of us special and realize that, sometimes, stopping to smell the flowers is a better response than putting up a fight.
Jack Frost Saves Christmas
December 1st-18th
recommended for k-6th grade
Children of all ages will watch in wonder as a penguin, a polar bear, a rabbit and a raccoon appear from the snow to lead the ever silly Jack Frost on an amazing adventure through the city of Christmastown in the entertaining new musical. Through song and dance, Jack discovers his amazing talents and manages to heroically save Christmas. With songs like Countdown to Christmas and Gifts are for Giving, the audience will experience the joy and magic of the season and will leave the theatre ready for the holidays!
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Auditioning 101: The Basics
Since we have auditions for Frankstein: A Radio Show coming up on September 14th and 15th, we thought we'd share with our amazing readers a little bit of auditioning knowledge. Let's face it, going into an audition can be a very nerve-wracking experience. The following tips are like a survival guide for auditioning.
First it is good to understand the two different types of auditions. The first kind is a general, cattle-call interview in which directors simply want to get a sense of what kind of raw talent is out there for possible use in a future show. The second—and the type of auditioning we are using for Frankenstein—is a "cold" reading of the script for a specific play. Cold readings are those in which actors have no prep time to study a script prior to reading it with one or more other actors on stage. Now let's suppose the audition will be comprised of readings from the upcoming play to be produced. Find out the play that is being produced and get your hands on that script pronto! That way it may be a "cold" reading for your peers but you, planning ahead, will have already read the script from cover to cover and feel at ease with the dialogue. You may even have decided which part you would most like to play. That's fine. Do not, however, rule out any of the other roles, especially if you can project a different character or voice for each one. This demonstrates to the director that you're not only versatile but open to just about any part he or she might find you suitable to play.
Okay, now that you've figured out the type, let's talk about what to do for the actual audition. Note that the first step to an audition is having confidence. The assessors aren't looking for someone who fidgets and doesn't want to be in front of people. Sit quietly and wait your turn. Make sure and listen; in some auditions the Stage Manager or Director will give you added instructions that weren't on the audition notice. Wait for your name to be called and then proceed to the stage. Before saying anything, make sure that you have their full attention. You don't want to begin while they are still writing or talking to one another about the previous actor. Wait till you've achieved eye contact with all of them so that they can listen to you from the very beginning. Then, make sure and state your name for the director, regardless if they know you from prior contact. After you audition, the director may ask you some questions or ask you to do a part again. Be patient, answer all questions truthfully, and do the requested part to the utmost of your ability. It may pay off when the director makes their final decision. Once finished, say thank you, and exit so the next person can audition. Make sure and be relaxed going into the audition. If you are calm, cool, and collected, you will do a better job than if you were wound up like a clock.
After the audition comes the waiting… This is probably the toughest part of the whole process. This is the time when you feel most helpless - your fate, at least for this role - is now out of your hands. Before you leave the audition make sure you know where the call back list will be posted or, if there are no callbacks, where the final cast list will be posted and when. Once home, don't stress! Most times actors post-audition will psyche themselves out by analyzing each and every part of the audition, then agonizing until they see the cast list. One word: DON'T. Sometimes there will be many days in between audition and final casting, and sometimes there is even a second audition for call backs to narrow down the field. If that's the case, then be prepared to work with other actors in scenes from the play, and possibly even read for characters you don't want the roles for. But whatever you do before the cast list goes up, don't stress out. It's out of your control, and if you don't get cast, it's not because you are a bad actor. A more likely reason is that the director couldn't find a place for you in his or her vision of the production. Don't get upset with anyone there. This is no time to start blaming anyone for anything, including yourself. Things simply didn't work out. If you are cast, then congratulations. Now the fun really begins!
Don't forget, now that you are a pro, to come audition for Frankenstein at The Renaissance Center on September 14 & 15 at 7pm. No appointment is necessary! If you have questions contact Amy Scott at 615-740-5551 or amy.scott@rcenter.org.
Do you have any tips to share about the auditioning process? Help your fellow actor and comment below!Information compiled from allsands.com and wikihow.com.
First it is good to understand the two different types of auditions. The first kind is a general, cattle-call interview in which directors simply want to get a sense of what kind of raw talent is out there for possible use in a future show. The second—and the type of auditioning we are using for Frankenstein—is a "cold" reading of the script for a specific play. Cold readings are those in which actors have no prep time to study a script prior to reading it with one or more other actors on stage. Now let's suppose the audition will be comprised of readings from the upcoming play to be produced. Find out the play that is being produced and get your hands on that script pronto! That way it may be a "cold" reading for your peers but you, planning ahead, will have already read the script from cover to cover and feel at ease with the dialogue. You may even have decided which part you would most like to play. That's fine. Do not, however, rule out any of the other roles, especially if you can project a different character or voice for each one. This demonstrates to the director that you're not only versatile but open to just about any part he or she might find you suitable to play.
After the audition comes the waiting… This is probably the toughest part of the whole process. This is the time when you feel most helpless - your fate, at least for this role - is now out of your hands. Before you leave the audition make sure you know where the call back list will be posted or, if there are no callbacks, where the final cast list will be posted and when. Once home, don't stress! Most times actors post-audition will psyche themselves out by analyzing each and every part of the audition, then agonizing until they see the cast list. One word: DON'T. Sometimes there will be many days in between audition and final casting, and sometimes there is even a second audition for call backs to narrow down the field. If that's the case, then be prepared to work with other actors in scenes from the play, and possibly even read for characters you don't want the roles for. But whatever you do before the cast list goes up, don't stress out. It's out of your control, and if you don't get cast, it's not because you are a bad actor. A more likely reason is that the director couldn't find a place for you in his or her vision of the production. Don't get upset with anyone there. This is no time to start blaming anyone for anything, including yourself. Things simply didn't work out. If you are cast, then congratulations. Now the fun really begins!
Don't forget, now that you are a pro, to come audition for Frankenstein at The Renaissance Center on September 14 & 15 at 7pm. No appointment is necessary! If you have questions contact Amy Scott at 615-740-5551 or amy.scott@rcenter.org.
Do you have any tips to share about the auditioning process? Help your fellow actor and comment below!Information compiled from allsands.com and wikihow.com.
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Renaissance Regional & Grad Show
We are excited to announce the 11th Annual Renaissance Regional Art Exhibition and 3rd Annual Graduate Exhibition opening this Friday, August 21st from 6-7:30pm. The Visual Arts Gallery and East Wing Gallery features the work of artists residing in the Southeast. Andee Rudloff, local artist and Community Relations Manager at the Frist Center, served as juror for this annual competition choosing about 50 pieces from 158 entries. Media such as painting, drawing, sculpture, photography and more represents such states as Tennessee, Mississippi, Kentucky and Louisiana.
System of Interdependent Terms (Blowing Dandelions) by Jennifer GeorgescuArtists exhibiting are Eleanor Baker, Jan Batts, Sandy Burr, Robmat Butler, Randy Carden, Aletha Carr, Joy Deann Carson, Ellie Caudill, Mitchell Chamberlain, Sharon Charney, Mary Dixon, David Farmerie, Joy Fenton, Michael Furlong, Joe Gayden, Jennifer Georgescu, Elissa Robin Graff, Brandt Hardin, Faith Heitzer, B. Bailey Hutchinson, Mark Evan Ivie, Bob Jones, Breanna Elise King, Connie Livingston-Dunn, Brandon Long, Carol Harding McTyre, Thomas Nawrocki, Alison Oakes, Robert Bruce Scott, Diane Shaw, Jim Spitler, Denise Stewart-Sanabria, Toyzini, Anne Williams and Laura Wilson.
The North Wing Gallery will present the 3rd Annual Graduate Exhibition, a contemporary installation by artist Ben Utigard. A recent MFA graduate from Memphis College of Art, Utigard paints and creates collages and then cuts out pieces from the finished canvas using a band saw. These pieces form Utigard's Cut-Out Painting Series and installation that functions as an explosion of art on the walls.
A free opening with the amazing artists will take place from 6-7:30pm on Friday, August 21st. The exhibit runs through October 24th so if you can't make it to the opening you have plenty of time to catch this dynamic show!
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Fall Program Guide here now!
Check your mailboxes, or if you are unfortunate enough to not be on our mailing list already, come by for your own copy of this fall's program guide! With so many cool things going on at The Renaissance Center you don't want to miss a second. Check out the new lessons such as Earth Art for Kids and special performances like Cirque D'Or by the Golden Dragon Acrobats!
And.... Because we are all excited and happy, here is a special deal, good all semester long in the CyberShere. When customers purchase 2 consecutive tickets for shows on the same day, customers will receive $1 off their entire purchase. If tickets are purchased for 3 consecutive shows on the same day, customers will receive $3 off their total purchase. Tickets must be purchased at the same time in order to receive the discount. No refunds available. Confusing, maybe a little, but regardless this is a good deal that you don't want to miss out on. Come get your fall guide and CyberSphere tickets now!
And.... Because we are all excited and happy, here is a special deal, good all semester long in the CyberShere. When customers purchase 2 consecutive tickets for shows on the same day, customers will receive $1 off their entire purchase. If tickets are purchased for 3 consecutive shows on the same day, customers will receive $3 off their total purchase. Tickets must be purchased at the same time in order to receive the discount. No refunds available. Confusing, maybe a little, but regardless this is a good deal that you don't want to miss out on. Come get your fall guide and CyberSphere tickets now!
Monday, July 6, 2009
Gallery: Call for Entries
11th Annual Renaissance Regional Art Exhibit
Deadline for Entries: July 15th, 2009
Applicable artists are over the age of 16 and reside in Tennessee, Kentucky, Missouri, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Louisiana or Virginia.
To enter, please send the following:
The work will be juried by Andee Rudloff, Educator for Outreach at the Frist Center and talented artist. 2D, 3D and Video Art will be accepted. 2D art must be framed and equipped with the proper hanging wire. Video art must be in DVD format and playable on a standard DVD player. Awards include a $500 Juror's Choice award, $125 Merit Awards and a Gallery Purchase Award TBD.
Shipping of accepted work is the responsibility of the artist and will not be returned unless proper arrangements have been made. The Renaissance Center has the right to refuse any artwork felt unsuitable for display or misrepresented during the jury process. In addition, the Center will use slides and digital images for marketing purposes, giving credit to the artist.
Important Dates
Entry Deadline: July 15
Jurying: July 20
Notification: July 24
Work Drop Off: August 7
Please direct any questions to Amanda Dillingham at amanda.dillingham@rcenter.org or 615-740-5545.
Deadline for Entries: July 15th, 2009
Applicable artists are over the age of 16 and reside in Tennessee, Kentucky, Missouri, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Louisiana or Virginia.
To enter, please send the following:
- A CD with images saved at a minimum resolution of 300 DPI or slides with a dot in the top right front corner.
- A corresponding image list.
- A $10 fee per entry. Artists may submit a maximum of 6 entries.
- A sheet with contact information including address, phone number and email.
- SASE for the return of slides only! CDs and DVDs will not be returned.
The work will be juried by Andee Rudloff, Educator for Outreach at the Frist Center and talented artist. 2D, 3D and Video Art will be accepted. 2D art must be framed and equipped with the proper hanging wire. Video art must be in DVD format and playable on a standard DVD player. Awards include a $500 Juror's Choice award, $125 Merit Awards and a Gallery Purchase Award TBD.
Shipping of accepted work is the responsibility of the artist and will not be returned unless proper arrangements have been made. The Renaissance Center has the right to refuse any artwork felt unsuitable for display or misrepresented during the jury process. In addition, the Center will use slides and digital images for marketing purposes, giving credit to the artist.
Important Dates
Entry Deadline: July 15
Jurying: July 20
Notification: July 24
Work Drop Off: August 7
Please direct any questions to Amanda Dillingham at amanda.dillingham@rcenter.org or 615-740-5545.
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Hank and My Honky Tonk Heroes
Experience the amazing music and life of Hank Williams!
July 2, 2009: The Renaissance Center’s Gaslight Dinner Theatre is excited to present Jason Petty’s critically acclaimed production, Hank and My Honky Tonk Heroes.
Hank and my Honky Tonk Heroes showcases Petty's uncanny ability to capture the sounds of Hank Williams. The show takes audiences back in time to the very beginnings of country music paying homage not only to Williams, but also to country legends, like Jimmie Rodgers, Roy Acuff, Ernest Tubb, Webb Pierce, George Jones, and many more. Backed by a four-piece band, the production features Williams' classic hits such as I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry, Your Cheatin' Heart, Hey Good Lookin', Cold Cold Heart, Lovesick Blues, You Win Again and many more. Hank and my Honky Tonk Heroes will make you smile, cry, clap your hands and stomp your feet with excitement.
Actor Jason Petty was born and raised in Manchester, TN and spent his summers growing up on his grandmother's farm in Primm Springs, TN. This veteran actor and singer has performed in theatres across the United States, Canada and Europe. Petty began portraying the country music legend, Hank Williams, in 1996 at the world famous Ryman Auditorium in Nashville Tennessee. Since that time, he has also appeared in national tours of Lost Highway winning a prestigious Obie Award for his Off Broadway portrayal of Hank Williams. His acting ability has afforded Petty roles in film, television and theatre and his musicianship and song writing abilities have won him numerous performances on The Grand Ole Opry, as well as the honor of performing with distinguished songwriters and producers in Nashville at the exclusive Blue Bird Café.
Lunch Matinees are July 9, 16, 23 at noon and tickets are $25. Dinner performances are July 10, 17, and 24 at 6:30pm. Tickets for Dinner Shows are $35. Each performance includes a delicious buffet. Tickets are on sale now at 615.740.5500.
July 2, 2009: The Renaissance Center’s Gaslight Dinner Theatre is excited to present Jason Petty’s critically acclaimed production, Hank and My Honky Tonk Heroes.
Hank and my Honky Tonk Heroes showcases Petty's uncanny ability to capture the sounds of Hank Williams. The show takes audiences back in time to the very beginnings of country music paying homage not only to Williams, but also to country legends, like Jimmie Rodgers, Roy Acuff, Ernest Tubb, Webb Pierce, George Jones, and many more. Backed by a four-piece band, the production features Williams' classic hits such as I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry, Your Cheatin' Heart, Hey Good Lookin', Cold Cold Heart, Lovesick Blues, You Win Again and many more. Hank and my Honky Tonk Heroes will make you smile, cry, clap your hands and stomp your feet with excitement.
Actor Jason Petty was born and raised in Manchester, TN and spent his summers growing up on his grandmother's farm in Primm Springs, TN. This veteran actor and singer has performed in theatres across the United States, Canada and Europe. Petty began portraying the country music legend, Hank Williams, in 1996 at the world famous Ryman Auditorium in Nashville Tennessee. Since that time, he has also appeared in national tours of Lost Highway winning a prestigious Obie Award for his Off Broadway portrayal of Hank Williams. His acting ability has afforded Petty roles in film, television and theatre and his musicianship and song writing abilities have won him numerous performances on The Grand Ole Opry, as well as the honor of performing with distinguished songwriters and producers in Nashville at the exclusive Blue Bird Café.
Lunch Matinees are July 9, 16, 23 at noon and tickets are $25. Dinner performances are July 10, 17, and 24 at 6:30pm. Tickets for Dinner Shows are $35. Each performance includes a delicious buffet. Tickets are on sale now at 615.740.5500.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Last Chance for Willy Wonka Luncheon
Tickets are going fast, so be sure to call and get yours today. And as a special treat please enjoy this coupon from us to you! It can be used for the luncheon or any regular performance.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Willy Wonka
Check out the Renaissance Players new production of Willy Wonka! Get your tickets now by calling 615-740-5500.
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
The Logo Project
Free Portraits by Renowned Photographer
May 27, 2009 – Do you love to wear Tommy Gear? How about that Abercrombie & Fitch hoodie that is worn-in just right? On Saturday, June 27th from 11-5pm and Sunday, June 28th, noted portrait photographer Craig Wallace Dale will make a free portrait for anyone wearing clothing with a predominant brand logo. The portrait sessions will take place in The Renaissance Center’s lighting studio as part of the Firefly Fine Arts Festival and his current gallery exhibit titled The Logo Project.
“Much of my current work attempts to use art to engage social phenomenon.” Dale notes, “I am fascinated by our celebration of logos like Tommy, Abercrombie & Fitch, Juicy, Hollister, FUBU, and Sean John. How those choices are made and the meaning that we place upon them is the topic of my latest work."
This is a unique opportunity to get a free portrait by a photographer whose work has been seen in The New York Times, Barrons, People, Voyaging, Ladies’ Home Journal and others. Additionally, the work was exhibited last July at the Wood Art Center in Montpelier, Vermont.
Everyone is welcome and anyone wearing logo clothing is eligible for a free portrait after answering a few simple questions. No appointment is necessary, portraits will be made on a first come first served basis. The Renaissance Center is located in Dickson, TN, just 30 miles outside of Nashville. For further information please email amanda.dillingham@rcenter.org or call 615-740-5545.
Craig Wallace Dale
E-mail: cwd@craigdale.com
http://www.craigdale.com/logoweb/
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Summer Programming Announced!
The Renaissance Center's Summer Program Guide should be hitting a mailbox near you in perfect time for summer reading! Check it out and call 615.740.5533 to register for classes or 615.740.5570 to get your tickets for all the amazing performances.
Friday, May 22, 2009
WNPT Arts Break
Featuring the new exhibit, Windows to the Hollows: The Carrillo Quest Collection. Come by and see it. The opening is tonight from 6-7:30 and the show runs through June 12.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
And the winner is....
This summer the Renaissance Players are producing the magical musical Willy Wonka. As a contest Amy Scott, costume designer extraordinaire, let the children actors draw their own creation for the costume of the oompaloompas. And after many good drawings and excellent ideas a winner was voted on by the cast. The winner is Maclain Proctor's design of a girly oompaloompa. Amy will now make all the costumes for the cast based on this design. Way to go Maclain!
Willy Wonka runs June 19, 20, 26, 27 at 7pm and June 21& 28 at 2pm. Tickets are $15 adults, $12 seniors and $8 children. There will also be an exclusive matinee with lunch served at noon and show at 1pm. Tickets are $25 adults, $22 seniors and $18 children.
To purchase tickets call: 615-740-5600.
Willy Wonka runs June 19, 20, 26, 27 at 7pm and June 21& 28 at 2pm. Tickets are $15 adults, $12 seniors and $8 children. There will also be an exclusive matinee with lunch served at noon and show at 1pm. Tickets are $25 adults, $22 seniors and $18 children.
To purchase tickets call: 615-740-5600.
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Tuesdays with Morrie Special!
Print this flier for a special buy one, get one free ticket to see Tuesdays with Morrie at The Renaissance Center!
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
The Blake McMeans Story Premiere
Last night Nashville Public Television premiered The Blake McMeans Story produced by The Renaissance Center's Multimedia Department and funded by the the Tennessee Governor’s Highway Safety Office as part of the Underage and Under the Influence presentation, a special on the dangers of drinking and driving.
The moving documentary is about the real life story of Blake McMeans, one of America’s top amateur tennis players, and his journey from center court to a wheelchair. This emotional and inspiring documentary reveals how the young man transformed his tragedy into a powerful, cautionary story for young people everywhere.
Stay tuned for future airings of The Blake McMeans Story. For more information visit http://wnpt.org/news/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=37&Itemid=1 or www.blakemcmeans.com.
Monday, April 20, 2009
Actor's Insight: All Days with Morrie
When I first heard I would be getting a roommate I was a little nervous. Of course I am no stranger to sharing my living space, especially at the actor’s house, where it is normal to see eight or ten people living there at once. This living situation, however, would be different.
My soon to be roommate, a man named Jay Doolittle, was cast as the title character in the Renaissance Center’s production of Tuesdays With Morrie. Without giving away the show’s ending, Morrie is terminally ill with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, more commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. Judging from the script, I figured Jay was going to be old. I worried he would be out of touch with contemporary society, that we would have nothing to talk about, that it would be awkward. My “worst-case scenario” mind frame kicked in, and I began to picture myself living with my grandfather... talk about awkward.
Then one night, shortly before Jay moved in, I thought about the situation in a more positive light. Another central aspect of the script is that Morrie is Mitch’s (my character’s) former college professor. I began to get excited for his move in as I recalled the many great relationships I had developed with my professors. I thought about a certain theatre instructor of mine, Gary Gisselman, a man who would be well suited to play Morrie himself. If Mr. Doolittle turned out to be anything like Gary, I knew it couldn’t be so bad.
Now Jay has been here for about three weeks and the living situation couldn’t be better. My expectations were exceeded to the highest degree. As it turns out, our cohabitation is not a real life Odd Couple scenario. Jay is not old. He is not out of touch. His interests resemble mine on so many levels. He plays rock music loudly late at night and drinks beer with me on Saturday afternoons.
Jay is, after all, an actor. He has spent a life in the theatre, and his career is one that I hope to emulate. He is very creative minded and his sense of artistry is youthful and current, but also wise and experienced. In our short time living together, he already has taught me so many life lessons regarding the theatre and acting that I can’t put a price on them. He is also a fantastic sounding board. I tell him my ideas and he listens to them and offers advice. I ask him questions, and he answers them... exactly as they do in Tuesdays With Morrie.
Because of this, our “rooming” together has been incredible for real-life character study. We have developed a relationship just like the one in the play; Jay is the teacher, I am the student. I can count on a fascinating life story every time I talk to him, and I automatically become totally engrossed in what he is saying. I think this chemistry has translated to the stage very successfully. The only difference is, in the play Mitch only gets to visit Morrie once a week. In real life, we get to spend several hours of every day together. It is like the crash course version of Morrie and Mitch’s 16 year relationship. Every day is treated like a Tuesday.
As Mitch says in Act II, “I’m excited before I get on the plane (to visit you),” I am excited every time I drive home from work to find Jay sitting in the living room, watching the news, and ready to strike up a conversation. In the same way that Mitch is “sad or quiet... but better” after his visits with Morrie, I find myself going to bed longing for more of Jay’s stories. But I sleep well knowing that I have another life lesson in the bank, that I’ve gained another morsel of experience by simply listening to Jay.-- Colin Christie
My soon to be roommate, a man named Jay Doolittle, was cast as the title character in the Renaissance Center’s production of Tuesdays With Morrie. Without giving away the show’s ending, Morrie is terminally ill with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, more commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. Judging from the script, I figured Jay was going to be old. I worried he would be out of touch with contemporary society, that we would have nothing to talk about, that it would be awkward. My “worst-case scenario” mind frame kicked in, and I began to picture myself living with my grandfather... talk about awkward.
Then one night, shortly before Jay moved in, I thought about the situation in a more positive light. Another central aspect of the script is that Morrie is Mitch’s (my character’s) former college professor. I began to get excited for his move in as I recalled the many great relationships I had developed with my professors. I thought about a certain theatre instructor of mine, Gary Gisselman, a man who would be well suited to play Morrie himself. If Mr. Doolittle turned out to be anything like Gary, I knew it couldn’t be so bad.Now Jay has been here for about three weeks and the living situation couldn’t be better. My expectations were exceeded to the highest degree. As it turns out, our cohabitation is not a real life Odd Couple scenario. Jay is not old. He is not out of touch. His interests resemble mine on so many levels. He plays rock music loudly late at night and drinks beer with me on Saturday afternoons.
Jay is, after all, an actor. He has spent a life in the theatre, and his career is one that I hope to emulate. He is very creative minded and his sense of artistry is youthful and current, but also wise and experienced. In our short time living together, he already has taught me so many life lessons regarding the theatre and acting that I can’t put a price on them. He is also a fantastic sounding board. I tell him my ideas and he listens to them and offers advice. I ask him questions, and he answers them... exactly as they do in Tuesdays With Morrie.
Because of this, our “rooming” together has been incredible for real-life character study. We have developed a relationship just like the one in the play; Jay is the teacher, I am the student. I can count on a fascinating life story every time I talk to him, and I automatically become totally engrossed in what he is saying. I think this chemistry has translated to the stage very successfully. The only difference is, in the play Mitch only gets to visit Morrie once a week. In real life, we get to spend several hours of every day together. It is like the crash course version of Morrie and Mitch’s 16 year relationship. Every day is treated like a Tuesday.
As Mitch says in Act II, “I’m excited before I get on the plane (to visit you),” I am excited every time I drive home from work to find Jay sitting in the living room, watching the news, and ready to strike up a conversation. In the same way that Mitch is “sad or quiet... but better” after his visits with Morrie, I find myself going to bed longing for more of Jay’s stories. But I sleep well knowing that I have another life lesson in the bank, that I’ve gained another morsel of experience by simply listening to Jay.-- Colin Christie
Tuesdays with Morrie runs now through May 16th in the Gaslight Dinner Theatre.
Tuesdays-Friday Senior Matinees at noon: $25
Friday and Saturday Evening Performances at 6:30pm: $35
Tuesdays-Friday Senior Matinees at noon: $25
Friday and Saturday Evening Performances at 6:30pm: $35
Friday, April 10, 2009
Arts Happenings!
Opening in the Gaslight Dinner Theatre is the heartwarming stage adaptation of Tuesdays with Morrie. Mitch Albom's visits with his former college professor, Morrie Schwartz, become one last class on the meaning of life. Productions run now through May 16th with senior matinees Tuesdays through Friday at noon for $25, and evening shows Friday and Saturday at 6:30pm for $35.
Don't miss Arts Advocacy Day on April 14th at Legislative Plaza from 10am-3pm. Tennesseans for the Arts is hosting a free showcase of musicians, dancers, performers and visual artists to show the value of the arts to the public. Your favorite Renaissance Center employees will be there helping all the stage acts. Look for us in the black Tech shirts!
Jump into spring from 7pm-8:30pm on April 17th through exploring techniques of landscape and wildflower photography. Then on April 18th from 7am to 11am put the lessons into practice by shooting on location in a field setting in the Spring Nature Photography Workshop taught by Terry Livingstone for $85.
On April 18th from 10am-noon, study the six pillars of character through acting exercises in the Character Counts Acting Workshop with Kendra Simonton, which costs $20. Or learn and perform musical numbers with Bryan J. Wlas and Nathan W. Brown in the Musical Theatre Song and Dance Workshop on April 18th and 25th from 11am-12:30pm for $40.
Also on April 18th, come from 6-6:45pm for basic ballroom instruction with Davileen McNeely and Matt Stewart for $5. Then show off your new skills at an open Dance Party from 7-10pm.
Finally, come and audition for this summer's production of Willy Wonka based on the Roald Dahl's children book, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Children 5-10 audition April 20th at 7pm, while those ages 11 and up will audition at 7pm on April 21st. Come ready with 16 measures of any song and sheet music or an accompaniment CD. Be prepared to move, as there will be a short dance audition as well.
Don't miss Arts Advocacy Day on April 14th at Legislative Plaza from 10am-3pm. Tennesseans for the Arts is hosting a free showcase of musicians, dancers, performers and visual artists to show the value of the arts to the public. Your favorite Renaissance Center employees will be there helping all the stage acts. Look for us in the black Tech shirts!
Jump into spring from 7pm-8:30pm on April 17th through exploring techniques of landscape and wildflower photography. Then on April 18th from 7am to 11am put the lessons into practice by shooting on location in a field setting in the Spring Nature Photography Workshop taught by Terry Livingstone for $85.
On April 18th from 10am-noon, study the six pillars of character through acting exercises in the Character Counts Acting Workshop with Kendra Simonton, which costs $20. Or learn and perform musical numbers with Bryan J. Wlas and Nathan W. Brown in the Musical Theatre Song and Dance Workshop on April 18th and 25th from 11am-12:30pm for $40.
Also on April 18th, come from 6-6:45pm for basic ballroom instruction with Davileen McNeely and Matt Stewart for $5. Then show off your new skills at an open Dance Party from 7-10pm.
Finally, come and audition for this summer's production of Willy Wonka based on the Roald Dahl's children book, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Children 5-10 audition April 20th at 7pm, while those ages 11 and up will audition at 7pm on April 21st. Come ready with 16 measures of any song and sheet music or an accompaniment CD. Be prepared to move, as there will be a short dance audition as well.
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