Tech Musical Theater Graduates Debut Landmark Cabaret
Tennessee Tech’s very first musical theater graduates will perform a landmark senior showcase this Sunday through a first-of-its-kind partnership with the Cumberland County Playhouse. Cumberland County Playhouse Production Director and CEO Bryce McDonald said the free, one-night-only cabaret celebrates the four students graduating from the university’s new musical theater degree program. McDonald said the performance […]
Miss America Has Ties To Cumberland County Playhouse
Newly-crowned Miss America Cassie Donegan is a New York native, but she has ties to the Cumberland County Playhouse from her college days. Playhouse Producing Director and CEO Bryce McDonald said Donegan was the narrator for the company’s production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat in 2019. McDonald said her voice and talent are […]
Playhouse Installing New Seats In Main, Black Box Showcases
The Cumberland County Playhouse will be a bit more comfortable in its 60th year with updated seating. CEO Bryce McDonald said seats in the main stage theater have seen new backs, springs, and cushioning, but the bases have been there since its opening in 1965. McDonald said the newer Black Box Theater, which opened in […]
Cumberland Playhouse 2024 Schedule Themed Around Togetherness
The Cumberland County Playhouse has announced its 2024 season schedule with a theme focused on togetherness in achieving goals. Producing Director Bryce McDonald said this is the playhouse’s 59th season. McDonald said since announcing the schedule, his phones have been ringing non-stop with residents trying to get their tickets early. “We kind of try to […]
Cumberland County Playhouse Feeling Renewed Sense Of Energy For 2022 Season
Cumberland County Playhouse feeling a resurgence of energy as they head into their 2022 season. Producing Director Bryce McDonald said that after two years of the pandemic affecting the business, things are beginning to feel normal again. “There is a huge excitement in the entire building,” McDonald said. “It’s very infectious to walk in the […]
Cumberland Playhouse Director Says Right Time, Right Place For Godspell
Full performances on the main stage in front of a large audience….it’s happening again at Cumberland County Playhouse. The new production “Godspell” has opened. Director Bryce McDonald said it is indescribable to see a full orchestra and full crowd again. McDonald said Godspell fit the bill for the right cast size and right message with […]
The Cumberland County Playhouse Announces Outdoor Summer Season
The long awaited return of the Cumberland County Playhouse will happen outdoors on July 15th. This summer season will begin on the playhouse’s 55th birthday and include performances of Smoke On The Mountain and The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley Jr. CEO Bryce McDonald said he feels like the public is ready to leave their homes […]
Cumberland County Playhouse Hopes To Return in August
The Cumberland County Playhouse is preparing to announce a new summer schedule next week with two outdoor performances. The Playhouse has been in close contact with local and state officials to discuss reopening options. CEO Bryce McDonald said at this time, their best option for social distancing is performing outdoors. “The sad truth of it […]
