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Glory Shone Around: The Annual ETSU Holiday Concert

Glory Shone Around: The Annual ETSU Holiday Concert

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

For decades, the ETSU Holiday Concert has been more than a performance—it’s a tradition that brings our community together. This year’s Glory Shone Around concert continues that legacy, blending cherished holiday classics with exciting new works. With over 250 student and faculty musicians sharing the stage, you’ll experience the power, beauty, and joy of live music in a way that only happens once a year. Friday, December 5 | 7:30 p.m.Saturday, December 6 | 4:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.ETSU Foundation Grand Hall, ETSU Martin Center for the Arts Make it part of your holiday tradition.#ETSUmusicfamily

Glory Shone Around: The Annual ETSU Holiday Concert

Glory Shone Around: The Annual ETSU Holiday Concert

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

For decades, the ETSU Holiday Concert has been more than a performance—it’s a tradition that brings our community together. This year’s Glory Shone Around concert continues that legacy, blending cherished holiday classics with exciting new works. With over 250 student and faculty musicians sharing the stage, you’ll experience the power, beauty, and joy of live music in a way that only happens once a year. Friday, December 5 | 7:30 p.m.Saturday, December 6 | 4:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.ETSU Foundation Grand Hall, ETSU Martin Center for the Arts Make it part of your holiday tradition.#ETSUmusicfamily

Glory Shone Around: The Annual ETSU Holiday Concert

Glory Shone Around: The Annual ETSU Holiday Concert

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

For decades, the ETSU Holiday Concert has been more than a performance—it’s a tradition that brings our community together. This year’s Glory Shone Around concert continues that legacy, blending cherished holiday classics with exciting new works. With over 250 student and faculty musicians sharing the stage, you’ll experience the power, beauty, and joy of live music in a way that only happens once a year. Friday, December 5 | 7:30 p.m.Saturday, December 6 | 4:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.ETSU Foundation Grand Hall, ETSU Martin Center for the Arts Make it part of your holiday tradition.#ETSUmusicfamily

Richard Thomas in Mark Twain Tonight!

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

Richard Thomas inMark Twain Tonight!By Hal HolbrookMonday, December 8, 2025 • 7:00 pm Emmy-Award® winning Actor Richard Thomas brings to life “the nation’s one true comic genius” (The New York Times) in Mark Twain Tonight!, written and originally performed by Hal Holbrook. Join the millions who have cheered for the legendary one-man show, bursting with Twain’s “uproariously funny” and “pungently wise” (Time Magazine) humor. Most recently seen on Broadway in Our Town, on tour as Atticus Finch in To Kill a Mockingbird, on Netflix’s Ozark, and beloved to generations as John-Boy Walton, Richard Thomas is the first and only actor authorized to perform the play since the original. Tickets range from $49.50 - $89.50 (+ tax & fees).Tickets on sale...

SPIRITS & SPARKLE: APPALACHIAN EQUALITY CHORUS

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

The Appalachian Equality Chorus invites you to kick off the holiday season with Spirits & Sparkle a dazzling celebration filled with heart, humor, and harmony. Experience the many spirits of the season as we explore holiday memories, joys, and traditions through music. From timeless classics like White Christmas and It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year to festive favorites like Last Christmas and All I Want for Christmas Is You, this concert promises something for everyone. And keep your eyes open you may even encounter a surprise spirit you wouldn't normally expect this time of year. The Appalachian Equality Chorus was formed in 2012 with the mission to use our voices, strengths, and individual gifts to create enriching musical experiences...

GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE LIVE!

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE LIVE! PRESENTED BY WALMARTSaturday, January 17, 2026 • 1:00 pm Terrapin Station Entertainment and TEG Life Like Touring, in association with Universal Destinations and Experiences, present Gabby's Dollhouse Live! Presented by Walmart, a brand-new stage show inspired by the magical world of the global preschool sensation from DreamWorks Animation. In this a-MEOW-zing musical show, Gabby unboxes a special acorn that needs the magical touch of a rainbow to grow. But when CatRat causes a color cat-astrophe and breaks the rainbow, Gabby and the Gabby Cats must find the colors again to set things right. Gabby, Pandy Paws and friends travel to the Cat-O-Sphere, Mermaid-Lantis and some favorite Dollhouse locations in search of the colors that will make rebuilding...

Meredith Wilson’s The Music Man (Touring)

Meredith Wilson’s The Music Man (Touring)

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

There’s trouble in River City when a fast–talking salesman gets his heart stolen by the town librarian. Meredith Wilson’s six–time, Tony Award–winning musical comedy The Music Man follows fast–talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boy’s band that he vows to organize – this, despite the fact that he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain’s fall. Featuring songs such as “Seventy-Six Trombones,” “Trouble,” “Til There Was You,” “Pickalittle” and “Gary, Indiana,” The Music Man is a family-friendly story...

Meredith Wilson’s The Music Man (Touring)

Meredith Wilson’s The Music Man (Touring)

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

There’s trouble in River City when a fast–talking salesman gets his heart stolen by the town librarian. Meredith Wilson’s six–time, Tony Award–winning musical comedy The Music Man follows fast–talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boy’s band that he vows to organize – this, despite the fact that he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain’s fall. Featuring songs such as “Seventy-Six Trombones,” “Trouble,” “Til There Was You,” “Pickalittle” and “Gary, Indiana,” The Music Man is a family-friendly story...

Meredith Wilson’s The Music Man (Touring)

Meredith Wilson’s The Music Man (Touring)

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

There’s trouble in River City when a fast–talking salesman gets his heart stolen by the town librarian. Meredith Wilson’s six–time, Tony Award–winning musical comedy The Music Man follows fast–talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boy’s band that he vows to organize – this, despite the fact that he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain’s fall. Featuring songs such as “Seventy-Six Trombones,” “Trouble,” “Til There Was You,” “Pickalittle” and “Gary, Indiana,” The Music Man is a family-friendly story...

Cantus Vocal Ensemble

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

The ETSU Choir Fest 2026 concludes with Cantus, a professional tenor bass vocal ensemble. As one of the nation’s few full-time vocal ensembles, Cantus has come to prominence with its distinctive approach to creating music. Working without a conductor, the members of Cantus rehearse and perform as chamber musicians, each contributing to the entirety of the artistic process, creating programs that give voice to shared human experiences. As the Star Tribune has written, “The main hallmark of the Cantus sound has always been sheer quality and an unbroken belief in the special way that vocal music has of warming and invigorating the human spirit.” Cantus enjoys a vigorous schedule of national and international touring, in addition to home concerts in...

Riverdance 30 – The New Generation (Touring)

Riverdance 30 – The New Generation (Touring)

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

Since Riverdance first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. The Grammy award-winning music and the infectious energy of its mesmerizing choreography and breathtaking performances has left audiences in awe and established Riverdance as a global cultural sensation. To celebrate this incredible 30th year milestone, Riverdance will embark on a special anniversary tour, bringing its magic to audiences around the world. This spectacular production rejuvenates the much-loved original show with new innovative choreography and costumes and state of the art lighting, projection and motion graphics. And for the first time Riverdance welcomes “The New Generation” of performers, all of whom were not born when the show...

Riverdance 30 – The New Generation (Touring)

Riverdance 30 – The New Generation (Touring)

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

Since Riverdance first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. The Grammy award-winning music and the infectious energy of its mesmerizing choreography and breathtaking performances has left audiences in awe and established Riverdance as a global cultural sensation. To celebrate this incredible 30th year milestone, Riverdance will embark on a special anniversary tour, bringing its magic to audiences around the world. This spectacular production rejuvenates the much-loved original show with new innovative choreography and costumes and state of the art lighting, projection and motion graphics. And for the first time Riverdance welcomes “The New Generation” of performers, all of whom were not born when the show...

Swan Lake: International Ballet Stars in Johnson City

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

 Johnson City — experience the ballet that stirs the soul!For one night only, let yourself be swept away by the breathtaking beauty of Swan Lake, a timeless story of love, mystery, and destiny performed by world-class stars.  Swan Lake: International Ballet Stars February 22, 2026 | 7:00 PM ETSU Martin Center for the Arts, 1320 W State of Franklin Rd, Johnson City, TN 37614  Why this performance is truly unforgettable:— Tchaikovsky’s legendary score paired with iconic choreography by Petipa & Ivanov— Over 200 exquisite hand-crafted costumes and dazzling new sets designed for this North American tour— Iconic highlights including the Dance of the Little Swans and Odile’s jaw-dropping 32 fouettés— A rare opportunity to witness one of the world’s greatest ballets live...

Tina – The Tina Turner Musical (Touring)

Tina – The Tina Turner Musical (Touring)

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

An uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA–The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock n’ Roll. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits, this electrifying sensation will send you soaring to the rafters. One of the world’s best-selling artists of all time, Tina Turner won 12 Grammy Awards and her live shows were seen by millions, with more concert tickets sold than any other solo performer in music history. Featuring her much loved songs, TINA–The Tina Turner Musical is written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Katori Hall. AGE RECOMMENDED - 14+ Tickets on sale Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 10 am.Tickets are $72.50 & $92.50...

Tina – The Tina Turner Musical (Touring)

Tina – The Tina Turner Musical (Touring)

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

An uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA–The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock n’ Roll. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits, this electrifying sensation will send you soaring to the rafters. One of the world’s best-selling artists of all time, Tina Turner won 12 Grammy Awards and her live shows were seen by millions, with more concert tickets sold than any other solo performer in music history. Featuring her much loved songs, TINA–The Tina Turner Musical is written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Katori Hall. AGE RECOMMENDED - 14+ Tickets on sale Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 10 am.Tickets are $72.50 & $92.50...

Tina – The Tina Turner Musical (Touring)

Tina – The Tina Turner Musical (Touring)

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

An uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA–The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock n’ Roll. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits, this electrifying sensation will send you soaring to the rafters. One of the world’s best-selling artists of all time, Tina Turner won 12 Grammy Awards and her live shows were seen by millions, with more concert tickets sold than any other solo performer in music history. Featuring her much loved songs, TINA–The Tina Turner Musical is written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Katori Hall. AGE RECOMMENDED - 14+ Tickets on sale Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 10 am.Tickets are $72.50 & $92.50...

Appalachian Excursion

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

Celebrate the closing concert of "The Season of Us" with Copland's Appalachian Spring and the highly anticipated return of world-renowned violinist, Melissa White! Featuring: Melissa White, Violin Robert J. Seebacher, Conductor Repertoire includes:Weber: Der FreischĂĽtz OvertureFelix Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E minor, Op. 64Aaron Copland: Appalachian Spring

Dirty Dancing In Concert

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

You fell in love with their first dance, now it’s your turn to relive it.Dirty Dancing in Concert is a cinematic live-to-film concert event that brings the iconic love story back to the big screen, with a twist. Watch the digitally remastered film in full on a massive cinema screen, while a live band and singers perform every unforgettable song from the original soundtrack, syncing with each moment of the movie. As the story of Baby and Johnny unfolds, you'll sing, sway, and relive the time of your life, surrounded by fellow fans who love the film just as much as you do. But the magic doesn’t stop when the credits roll. After the film, the celebration continues with an...

Be Like Blippi Tour

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

Get ready to see the world more curiously, because Blippi is coming to your town in the all-new Be Like Blippi Tour! Join Blippi and Meekah live on stage for a one-of-a-kind interactive adventure that inspires kids to move like, play like, and explore just like Blippi! This brand-new show is packed with high-energy music and surprises, featuring fan-favorite songs like “The Excavator Song,” “Monster Truck,” “Dino Dance,” and “Curious Like Me.” With Blippi’s signature mix of play, learning, and exploratoin, families can get curious together while singing, laughing, and dancing along during this unforgettable adventure full of fun and discovery. The Be Like Blippi Tour invites you to break out your orange Blippi glasses and ignite that spark of...

Shucked (Touring)

Shucked (Touring)

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy The Wall Street Journal calls “flat out hilarious!” And nobody knows funny like economists. Featuring a book by Tony Award winner Robert Horn(Tootsie), a score by the Grammy® Award–winning songwriting team of Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally(Kacey Musgraves’ “Follow Your Arrow”), and directed by Tony Award winner Jack O’Brien(Hairspray), this corn-fed, corn-bred American musical is sure to satisfy your appetite for great musical theater. SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy about an unlikely hero, a lovable con man, and an a-maize-ing battle for the heart & soil of Cob County. Maizy and Beau are getting hitched, when the corn that protects their small community starts to die. The town needs answers. But...

Shucked (Touring)

Shucked (Touring)

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy The Wall Street Journal calls “flat out hilarious!” And nobody knows funny like economists. Featuring a book by Tony Award winner Robert Horn(Tootsie), a score by the Grammy® Award–winning songwriting team of Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally(Kacey Musgraves’ “Follow Your Arrow”), and directed by Tony Award winner Jack O’Brien(Hairspray), this corn-fed, corn-bred American musical is sure to satisfy your appetite for great musical theater. SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy about an unlikely hero, a lovable con man, and an a-maize-ing battle for the heart & soil of Cob County. Maizy and Beau are getting hitched, when the corn that protects their small community starts to die. The town needs answers. But...

Shucked (Touring)

Shucked (Touring)

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy The Wall Street Journal calls “flat out hilarious!” And nobody knows funny like economists. Featuring a book by Tony Award winner Robert Horn(Tootsie), a score by the Grammy® Award–winning songwriting team of Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally(Kacey Musgraves’ “Follow Your Arrow”), and directed by Tony Award winner Jack O’Brien(Hairspray), this corn-fed, corn-bred American musical is sure to satisfy your appetite for great musical theater. SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy about an unlikely hero, a lovable con man, and an a-maize-ing battle for the heart & soil of Cob County. Maizy and Beau are getting hitched, when the corn that protects their small community starts to die. The town needs answers. But...

Show Me the Paths: A Concert of Light and Hope

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

Experience an unforgettable evening of music and storytelling that honors the resilience of the human spirit and the rich cultural heritage of Appalachia. Program Highlights:The internationally acclaimed Kruger Brothers, celebrated for their extraordinary musicianship and artistryPowerful, thought-provoking lyrics by songwriter and activist Si KahnVoices of the Mountains performing alongside members of the unsheltered communityThe world premiere of a newly commissioned symphonic work by the Kruger Brothers, blending Appalachian musical traditions with the sound of a full orchestra Presented as part of our Paths to Dignity program—which brings music to those experiencing homelessness—this concert shines a light on stories of hope, dignity, and perseverance. Through a unique fusion of voices, instruments, and traditions, the evening offers music that connects, uplifts, and...

SIX (Touring)

SIX (Touring)

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over! The New York Times says SIX “TOTALLY RULES!” (Critic's Pick) and The Washington Post hails SIX as “Exactly the kind of energizing, inspirational illumination this town aches for!  "The SIX: LIVE ON OPENING NIGHT Broadway album debuted at Number 1 on the Billboard cast album charts and surpassed one billion streams worldwide! AGE RECOMMENDED – The show is recommended for ages 10 & up, but Don't Lose Ur Head, we love our Queens...

SIX (Touring)

SIX (Touring)

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over! The New York Times says SIX “TOTALLY RULES!” (Critic's Pick) and The Washington Post hails SIX as “Exactly the kind of energizing, inspirational illumination this town aches for!  "The SIX: LIVE ON OPENING NIGHT Broadway album debuted at Number 1 on the Billboard cast album charts and surpassed one billion streams worldwide! AGE RECOMMENDED – The show is recommended for ages 10 & up, but Don't Lose Ur Head, we love our Queens...

SIX (Touring)

SIX (Touring)

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over! The New York Times says SIX “TOTALLY RULES!” (Critic's Pick) and The Washington Post hails SIX as “Exactly the kind of energizing, inspirational illumination this town aches for!  "The SIX: LIVE ON OPENING NIGHT Broadway album debuted at Number 1 on the Billboard cast album charts and surpassed one billion streams worldwide! AGE RECOMMENDED – The show is recommended for ages 10 & up, but Don't Lose Ur Head, we love our Queens...