2012 Shows

Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts

1028 Georgia Road, Franklin, NC 28734

http://www.GreatMountainMusic.com

Toll Free 877-415-7315

Frankie Reynolds   828-524-1598

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February 18 at 7:00 PM        Tickets $10 Student, $15 Adult

This one-of-a-kind black light puppet show is a magical undersea adventure for children of all ages.  Created by John Tartaglia, a Tony Award nominee and master puppeteer, this glow-in-the-dark musical is set in the depths of the ocean and follows the adventures of a group of fish friends who uncover a map that leads them to discover the treasure of each other’s friendship.  This exceptional show is full of wonder and magic and is great fun for the entire family.  Swim on over for a splashingly good time!

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Sammy Cortino

February 25 at 7:00 PM         Tickets $12 – 15

Sammy Cortino, “Magic’s Royal Duke,” is sure to amaze and inspire audiences through mind-bending stagecraft and illusion.  By incorporating drama, dance, music, and comedy, Sammy is able to teach the rich history of magic while entertaining an audience of any age.  With an International Brotherhood of Magicians membership endorsed by Las Vegas veterans Siegfried and Roy, his talents ignite excitement to the very last row of the theatre.  This young magician is sure to provide a show you’ll never forget?

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Alice Tan Ridley

March 3 at 7:30 PM          Tickets $14 – 20

From New York subway singer to America’s Got Talent finalist, Alice Tan Ridley’s passion for music has enabled her to entertain audiences since the age of three.  With over 3 million hits on multiple YouTube videos, Alice’s soulful blend of Gospel and R&B has made her a cross country sensation.  In 2002, she won the FOX talent contest “30 Seconds to Fame.” Her rare combination of raw power, charm, and spirituality will make her one performer you don’t want to miss.

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Roots & Boots Tour Featuring Aaron Tippin, Joe Diffie, & Sammy Kershaw

March 9 at 7:30 Pm          Tickets $27 – 35

Country music greats, Aaron Tippin, Joe Diffie, & Sammy Kershaw.

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Lamb of God, Musical

March 22, 23, & 24 at 7:30 PM

March 25 at 2:30 PM           Tickets $13 Adults, $10 Students

A dramatic telling of the life of Jesus Christ told from the viewpoint of the Prophets who announced His birth, the followers who walked with Him, and the enemies that condemned Him to die. Lamb of God proclaims the great message of love, hope, faith, grace, and the gift of salvation.  A wonderful way to begin the Easter holiday.  Presented by the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts.

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Christian Classic Tour, Steve Green, Twila Paris, Michael Card, Wayne Watson

March 30 at 7:30 PM     Tickets $20 – 25

Four legendary Christian artists unite for an evening of praise, celebration, and worship.  Together, Steve Green, Twila Paris, Wayne Watson, and Michael Card have spent over 25 years producing Contemporary Christian music, earning dozens of Dove Awards, and sharing their stories with audiences everywhere.  Stand amazed by the power of their testimonies, feel the Spirit through the lyrics of their songs, and find inspiration in the commitment to their ministries.

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Veggie Tales Live!

Sunday, April 1, 2012     2:30 PM         Tickets $25 VIP, $15 Advance, $20 Door

There are a limited number of $25 VIP tickets available. Each VIP ticket includes a character meet and greet.

Come join Bob, Larry and the whole VeggieTales crew for the show that brings the best of the best, the most classic of the classic and the absolute silliest of the silly in songs, dance and fun. A high energy song and dance spectacular, this show will have fans singing along, dancing in the aisles and smiling so hard their teeth ache! Fan favorites include classic silly songs like His Cheeseburger, I Love My Lips, The Hairbrush Song and many more.

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Jeff Foxworthy, A Comedy Benefit for Africa

Opening Act: Balsam Range

April 14 at 7:30 PM        Tickets $39 – 99

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see Jeff Foxworthy! One of the most respected and successful comedians in the country will be in our theater for an intimate event full of laughter.  Best known for the phrase “You might be a redneck if…,” Jeff‘s heart is as big as his talent.  Jeff has traveled to Kenya with Compassion International where he and his family sponsor several children through Compassion’s ministry.  They have also joined with Compassion to build an orphanage in a Nairobi slum.  Jeff has chosen to do this concert in benefit of needy children all over Africa, with all proceeds going to Compassion’s WASH Initiative (Water, Sanitation, Hygiene).  The WASH Initiative aims to reduce waterborne diseases, which kill more young children than AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria combined.  They say that laughter is the best medicine, use your to help bring healing to a continent in need.

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Bill Pinkney’s Original Drifters and The Crystals

April 20 at 7:30 PM         Tickets $14 – 22

The Drifters were the all time greatest Atlantic recording group” said Ahmet Ertegun, founder of Atlantic Recording Company and the esteemed Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.  In 1988 the Rock Hall inducted originals Bill Pinkney, Clyde McPhatter, and Gerhart Thrasher, along with subsequent member Ben E. King, Charlie Thomas, Rudy Lewis, and Johnny Moore - the seven significant contributors to The Drifters’ legacy.

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Juan Siddi Flamenco theatre Company

April 27 at 7:30 PM          Tickets $10 – 17

The controlled power, thundering footwork, and blood boiling music of Juan Siddi Flamenco distills centuries of tradition into an unforgettable evening of spectacular dance.  The creative movement of the company led by lead dancer Juan Flamenco, unveils onto the stage a fiery, nuanced, dynamic of charismatic choreography full of explosive precision.  Having performed in Europe, the Middle East, and across the United States, Juan Siddi Flamenco has received accolades from audiences around the world.

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Tenth Avenue North

Friday, May 11, 2012          7:30 PM       Tickets $12 – 18

Rarely has a new band delivered an album with more emotional punch than Tenth Avenue North's 2008 debut Over and Underneath. Musically inventive and lyrically compelling, the collection helped earn the band the New Artist of the Year accolade at the 2009 Dove Award

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Natalie Grant

August 4, 2012       7:30 PM          Tickets $10, $13, $16

This declaration from Christian singer/songwriter Natalie Grant represents the heartbeat of her newest musical offering, Love Revolution. A powerhouse vocalist, heart-gripping songwriter and charismatic performer, Grant returns to the music marketplace with an unshakeable determination to remind us of the simple significance of love and the revolutionary power that it carries.

For interested church groups, contact Charlie Bass.