The Franklin Theatre is located in historic downtown Franklin. The theatre first opened in 1937 with the film Night Must Fall, starring Robert Montgomery and Rosalind Russell. Admission was 10 cents for children and 25 cents for adults.
Despite much community support, the theatre closed in 2007; however, the Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson County launched a campaign in 2008 to restore the historic landmark. And a few years later, in 2011, the Franklin Theatre reopened and was, once again, an integral part of the downtown community.
The Franklin Theatre is located at 419 Main St, Franklin, TN. The theatre hosts live music, movies, live theatre and other events. Below is a list of live music and other entertainment events. Find the movie schedule here.
Last updated: December 26, 2024
1The Band Light
Thursday, January 23, 2025, 7 pm
Nashville based pop-rock group, THE BAND LIGHT is bonded by Jack Glenn- Bass/Vocals (22), Konnor Dolberry- Lead Singer (22), Garrett Goodrich Lead Guitar/Vocals (21), and Trevor Moon- Drums/Vocals (20). The four high school theatre veterans were introduced through their student production of Footloose, which never made its debut due to Covid 19 but instead, illuminated their pathway to one another.
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2Sean of the South
Thursday, January 30, 2025, 7 pm
Sean Dietrich is a multi-instrumentalist, novelist, and stand-up storyteller known for his commentary on life in the American South. His work has appeared in Newsweek, Southern Living, Reader’s Digest, and more.
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3Thunderbeard
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 8 pm
“ThunderBeard” is the #1 ZZ Top tribute band that authentically recreates the live experience of “That Little Ol’ Band from Texas.” With real beards, fuzzy guitars, and showmanship like the original, this tribute will transport you back in time to the heyday of rock and roll.
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4The Bad Plus
Sunday, February 9, 2025, 7 pm
The Bad Plus are the ultimate originals. A democratic unit with a clear vision and a refusal to conform to convention. For the past two decades they have played with spirit and adventure.
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5Alison Brown
Saturday, February 15, 2025, 8 pm
One of the most multi-faceted minds in roots music, Alison Brown is a GRAMMY-winning musician, GRAMMY-nominated producer, former investment banker (with an AB from Harvard and an MBA from UCLA), and co-founder of The Compass Records Group which is celebrating its 31st anniversary in 2024.
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6Country Roads
Sunday, February 16, 2025, 7 pm
Join us for Country Roads: A Tribute To the Legends of Country Music, featuring the talents of Brady Seals, Richard Jacques, and Michelle Murray. Whether you’re a lifelong country fan or new to the genre, you’ll enjoy this new show which honors the contributions of legendary artists such as Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Kris Kristofferson, Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, and many others.
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7Sister Hazel
Friday, February 21, 2025, 8 pm
Originating from Gainesville, FL, Sister Hazel is comprised of five gifted, seasoned musicians whose well-spring of natural talent has been called “one of the Top 100 Most Influential Independent Performers of the last 15 years” by Performing Songwriter Magazine. Song “All for You” topped the adult alternative charts during the summer of 1997 and the success propelled their album to platinum status.
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8Jeffrey Steele
Monday, March 3, 2025, 7 pm
Join in for an evening to remember! The Alex LeVasseur Memorial Fund presents the 18th Annual Jeffrey Steele & Friends, an intimate evening hosted by Storme Warren and Casey LeVasseur with special guest performances by Jeffrey Steele and many more.
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9The Celts
Saturday, March 15, 2025, 8 pm
Top Irish musicians have united with the finest Nashville players to create the new sound and energy of The Celts. The Celts perform a fresh hybrid of Irish Americana which combines their own rootsy originals and tight vocal harmonies with fiery Irish Trad instrumentals.
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10Micky Dolenz
Sunday, April 27, 2025, 3 pm and 8 pm
Micky Dolenz is an actor, singer, director, producer, writer, radio DJ, inventor, and all-around performer extraordinaire, and stands tall as a paragon of taste and accomplishment in the rough-and-tumble world of show business and entertainment.
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