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Abbott and Costello Meet FrankensteinOctober 21 — 7:00 PMAbbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein (1948) Wacky Wednesday Classic howls with Bud and Lou, and scary stuff involving Frankenstein, Dracula, the Wolf Man and a femme fatale. Chilling score. One of the best in the Abbott and Costello series. Not Rated Running Time 83 minutes
Join the Jackson Theatre and the McKinney Center for a series of programs celebrating local history and America’s 250th birthday. Tales of Our 250th includes skits, historians, re-enactors, musicians, and much more in a tapestry of Jonesborough stories and community history. These events will run June-October and start at 7:00 pm. Each evening will include a scene or scenes from the original play The First and Last Town in Tennessee, written by Anne G’Fellers-Mason, which premiered earlier this year at the McKinney Center and was featured in The New York Times. Join Jonesborough historian Paul Fink, portrayed by Tim Herron, as he walks you through the big and small moments that make Jonesborough an important part of the American story....
Nosferatu x Radiohead – Silent SyncedOctober 23 — 7:00 PMNosferatu (1922) with Radiohead – A Silent Synced Production Speakeasy Cinema Pay What You Can Speakeasy Cinema Series – Doors open at 6 pm, movie at 7pm Jazz Music, Specialty Craft Cocktails (and Mocktails) for purchase along with our full selection of beverages at the concession stand. Complimentary light bites will we available. Silents Synced pairs classic silent movies with epic rock music soundtracks. This presentation of Nosferatu (1922) features Radiohead’s Kid A and Amnesiac albums. An unauthorized adaptation of Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Nosferatu (1922) is the quintessential silent vampire film, crafted by legendary German director F. W. Murnau. Rather than depicting Dracula as a shape-shifting monster or debonair gentleman, Murnau’s...
Join us at the Jackson Theatre as we present John McEuen in concert on Saturday, October 24th at 7pm. John McEuen, as a Southern California Orange County high school student, thought his teenage dream job in Disneyland’s Magic Shop (at 16 years old) was “as good as it gets”. He and lifelong high-school friend both got that 1963 job (magic shop co-worker, Steve Martin) the same day. At 18, music came along. After seeing Missouri bluegrass group The Dillards, John headed towards his new dream: make magic with music, and get on the radio. Leaving Garden Grove for Hollywood, dream became a reality more than he imagined it could be! Continually performing since 1964, he joined Les Thompson in 1966...
Beetlejuice BeetlejuiceOctober 28 — 7:00 PMBeetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024) Wacky Wednesday Beetlejuice is back! After an unexpected family tragedy, three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia’s life is turned upside down when her rebellious teenage daughter, Astrid, discovers the mysterious model of the town in the attic and the portal to the Afterlife is accidentally opened. With trouble brewing in both realms, it’s only a matter of time until someone says Beetlejuice’s name three times and the mischievous demon returns to unleash his very own brand of mayhem. Directed by Tim Burton.
The MummyOctober 29 — 7:00 PMThe Mummy (1932) Cinema Classic Series Boris Karloff stars in the original 1932 version of the immortal terror tale. Director Karl Freund creates a haunting, dreamlike mood as an Egyptian prince (Karloff) accidentally brought back to life seeks the reincarnation of his beloved princess. Zita Johann, David Manners. Rated TV-14 Running Time 72 minutes
The Evil DeadOctober 30 — 9:00 PMThe Evil Dead (1981) Jonesborough’s Haunts and Happenings 5:00 – 8:00 pm Five vacationing college teens make an unplanned stopover in an abandoned mountain cabin surrounded by dense woods, where they discover an ancient-looking occult tome. Later, an ominous presence from the depths of the forest emerges, and things quickly become life-threatening for the coeds. Rated NC-17Running Time 85 minutes
HalloweentownOctober 31 — 4:00 PMHalloweentown (1998) Pay What You Can A benevolent witch must save her peaceful hometown from an invading dark force. Rated TV-G Running Time 90 minutes
Halloween IIOctober 31 — 7:00 PMHalloween II (1981) The indestructible Michael Myers is back for more murderous tricks and treats in this horror sequel. Despite being shot in John Carpenter’s original, Myers resumes his slashing spree—and Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) remains his intended victim, with Dr. Sam Loomis (Donald Pleasance) again in hot pursuit. Rated R Running Time 92 minutes
Jackson’s Prime presents Tenth Avenue North with special guest Stars Go Dim November 12 — 7:00 PM Join us as Tenth Avenue North takes the stage at The Jackson Theatre with special guest Stars Go Dim for an unforgettable evening of worship, hope, and incredible live music. Thursday, November 12, 20267:00 PMJackson Theatre | Historic Downtown Jonesborough Tickets: thejacksontheatre.com We can’t wait to welcome Tenth Avenue North, Stars Go Dim, and music fans from across the region to Historic Downtown Jonesborough
The Jackson Theatre’s Marquee Ball returns on Saturday, November 14, featuring music from The WannaBeatles. The evening will include live music, dancing, heavy hors d’oeuvres, specialty cocktails and mocktails, beer and wine, and a live auction. Doors open at 5:30pm, with music beginning at 7pm. Tickets are $125 per person. Additional details will be announced closer to the event
Join us at the Jackson Theatre on Sunday, November 15th at 7pm for Jerron Paxton and Dennis Lichtman. Jerron Paxton and Dennis Lichtman are world-renowned multi-instrumentalists and vocalists whose mutual love of the history, stories, and significance behind the music they play is apparent as they romp through an energetic and engaging set of acoustic blues, ragtime, Tin Pan Alley pop songs, 1920s jazz, twin fiddle hoe-downs, and original songs and compositions. The duo were artists-in-residence at Symphony Space in New York City for the 2024-2025 season and recently released their first full-length duo recording, Jerron Paxton & Dennis Lichtman. As a soloist, Paxton is a Smithsonian Folkways recording artist, mainstay of the international blues festival circuit, and former artistic...
Join us at the Jackson Theatre on Friday, November 20th at 7pm for the Appalachian Trail Bluegrass Band. Appalachian Trail is a union of seasoned and innovative singers, songwriters, and musicians from Northeast Tennessee. Taking their name from the famous Appalachian hiking trail, the group was formed in 1984 — and more than 40 years later, the band is still burning new trails in the bluegrass world. While the lineup has changed over the years, Appalachian Trail has helped cultivate the early careers of artists including Adam Steffey, John Bowman, and Becky Buller. Known for smooth, polished harmonies and strong original songwriting, the band has toured across the U.S. and internationally — including Ireland, Scotland, and England. Current members: Vickie...
Experience The Met: Live in HD throughout the 2026–2027 season at The Jackson Theatre! A season subscription includes admission to all 13 presentations, bringing world-class opera from the Metropolitan Opera stage in New York City to the big screen in Jonesborough, TN. Purchase your season subscription here:https://thejacksontheatre.com/.../the-met-live-in-hd.../
Join us at the Jackson Theatre on Friday, December 4th at 7pm for Larry, Steve & Rudy: The Gatlin Brothers. Larry, Steve & Rudy, the Gatlin Brothers are Grammy award-winners who have dazzled audiences for the past seven decades. They have accrued a lifetime of noteworthy achievements in their storybook career, including a Grammy for Best Country Song (“Broken Lady”), three ACM awards for Single of the Year (“All the Gold In California”), Album of the Year (Straight Ahead) and Male Vocalist of the Year, along with five nominations for CMA Vocal Group of the Year, Single, Album. The Brothers have accumulated 7 # 1 Singles, 32 Top 40 Records, 24 Studio Albums and 5 BMI “Million-Air” Awards. As a...
Experience The Met: Live in HD throughout the 2026–2027 season at The Jackson Theatre! A season subscription includes admission to all 13 presentations, bringing world-class opera from the Metropolitan Opera stage in New York City to the big screen in Jonesborough, TN. Purchase your season subscription here:https://thejacksontheatre.com/.../the-met-live-in-hd.../
Experience The Met: Live in HD throughout the 2026–2027 season at The Jackson Theatre! A season subscription includes admission to all 13 presentations, bringing world-class opera from the Metropolitan Opera stage in New York City to the big screen in Jonesborough, TN. Purchase your season subscription here:https://thejacksontheatre.com/.../the-met-live-in-hd.../
John Hardy, actor, director and playwright brings his one-man adaptation of Charles Dickens’s A Christmas Carol to The Jackson Theatre on Sunday, December 13 at 4pm. Hardy portrays more than 40 characters throughout the production, using changes in voice, movement and expression to bring the classic story to life. The play follows Dickens’s original story scene by scene, offering audiences a familiar holiday tradition presented in an entirely different way. The Albuquerque Journal called Hardy’s production “a stunning work of theatrical virtuosity,” adding, “You will be transfixed from the first moment.” Hardy has spent more than 45 years working professionally as an actor, director and playwright. His career has included work with Barter Theatre, Cincinnati Playhouse, Nebraska Shakespeare and The...
Experience The Met: Live in HD throughout the 2026–2027 season at The Jackson Theatre! A season subscription includes admission to all 13 presentations, bringing world-class opera from the Metropolitan Opera stage in New York City to the big screen in Jonesborough, TN. Purchase your season subscription here:https://thejacksontheatre.com/.../the-met-live-in-hd.../
Experience The Met: Live in HD throughout the 2026–2027 season at The Jackson Theatre! A season subscription includes admission to all 13 presentations, bringing world-class opera from the Metropolitan Opera stage in New York City to the big screen in Jonesborough, TN. Purchase your season subscription here:https://thejacksontheatre.com/.../the-met-live-in-hd.../
Experience The Met: Live in HD throughout the 2026–2027 season at The Jackson Theatre! A season subscription includes admission to all 13 presentations, bringing world-class opera from the Metropolitan Opera stage in New York City to the big screen in Jonesborough, TN. Purchase your season subscription here:https://thejacksontheatre.com/.../the-met-live-in-hd.../
Experience The Met: Live in HD throughout the 2026–2027 season at The Jackson Theatre! A season subscription includes admission to all 13 presentations, bringing world-class opera from the Metropolitan Opera stage in New York City to the big screen in Jonesborough, TN. Purchase your season subscription here:https://thejacksontheatre.com/.../the-met-live-in-hd.../
Experience The Met: Live in HD throughout the 2026–2027 season at The Jackson Theatre! A season subscription includes admission to all 13 presentations, bringing world-class opera from the Metropolitan Opera stage in New York City to the big screen in Jonesborough, TN. Purchase your season subscription here:https://thejacksontheatre.com/.../the-met-live-in-hd.../
Experience The Met: Live in HD throughout the 2026–2027 season at The Jackson Theatre! A season subscription includes admission to all 13 presentations, bringing world-class opera from the Metropolitan Opera stage in New York City to the big screen in Jonesborough, TN. Purchase your season subscription here:https://thejacksontheatre.com/.../the-met-live-in-hd.../