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Sat Dec 21 2024
7:00 PM (Doors 6:00 PM)
At The Mill & Mine, 227 W. Depot Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37917
Ages 18+
Advance Price: $32.50 + fees / Day of Show Price: $36 + fees
https://www.ticketweb.com/event/whitechapel-tennessee-takeover-2024-the-mill-mine-tickets/13760243

The Appalachian Equality Chorus presents Merry and Bright at the Bijou Theatre on December 20 at 8:00 PM and 21 at 2:00 PM! The chorus rings in the season with merry antics, bright costumes, twirling dancers, and your favorite holiday songs! Celebrate the diverse traditions that bring us joy and bring us all the feels!

The Appalachian Equality Chorus (formerly the Knoxville Gay Men's Chorus) was founded in 2012. Their mission is to use their voices, strengths, and individual gifts to create enriching musical experiences, promote inclusion, equality, and empathy, end hostility toward minority populations, and better our world through community partnerships. You can learn more about the Appalachian Equality Chorus at AppEqualityChorus.org

Tickets at: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B006132AA463F91?

Bijou Theatre, 803 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information/tickets: 865-522-0832, https://knoxbijou.org/

The Appalachian Equality Chorus invites you to join them for their highly anticipated annual holiday concert, Merry and Bright, presented by Choice Health Network–Positively Living. This festive celebration brings together a vibrant mix of traditional carols, modern holiday hits, and joyous performances that will leave you feeling warm and bright this holiday season. The Merry and Bright concert will take place on three dates:

• December 15th, 2024 at 4:00 PM at the ETSU Martin Center in Johnson City
• December 20th, 2024 at 8:00 PM at the Historic Bijou Theatre in Knoxville
• December 21st, 2024 at 2:00 PM at the Historic Bijou Theatre in Knoxville

This year’s concert program promises a dynamic and heartwarming mix, with everything from timeless Christmas carols to modern holiday hits by artists like Kelly Clarkson, Cher, and the Indigo Girls. The chorus will be accompanied by twirling dancers, dazzling bright costumes, and a variety of merry antics that will delight audiences of all ages.
"We're thrilled to bring together a diverse set of holiday traditions that celebrate love, joy, and unity," said Bleu Copas, the Chorus' recently appointed executive director. "This concert is not only a chance to experience beautiful music but also to connect with the uplifting spirit of the season. Whether you're a fan of classic carols or contemporary hits, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!"

Tickets are now available for purchase at www.appequalitychorus.org. Don't miss the opportunity to make this holiday season a little Merry and Bright with the Appalachian Equality Chorus.

ADAPTED BY EDWARD MORGAN AND JOSEPH HANREDDY; MUSIC BY JOHN TANNER

Knoxville’s Most Beloved Family Tradition! For more than three decades, Knoxvillians have returned year-after-year to experience this timeless story of hope and redemption. This season, make 'A Christmas Carol' part of your holiday tradition. You’ll laugh. You’ll cry. You’ll create a wonderful memory… and you will leave the theater with a warm heart and renewed spirit!

Clarence Brown Theatre, 1714 Andy Holt Ave on the UT campus, Knoxville, TN 37996. For information/tickets: 865-974-5161, www.clarencebrowntheatre.com

The WDVX Blue Plate Special is a live performance radio show held at noon at Visit Knoxville (301 S. Gay Street) every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday with your host Red Hickey… and on Saturday with host Sean McCollough. On Fridays WDVX takes the Blue Plate Special to Barley’s Taproom & Pizzeria (200 E Jackson Ave) for “The Big Plate”. Make yourself at home as part of the WDVX family at this this daily free concert series. From blues to bluegrass, country to Celtic, folk to funk, rockabilly to hillbilly, local to international, it’s all part of the live music experience on The WDVX Blue Plate Special.

All seats are free, and visitors may come and go as they please.

Info: 865-544-1029, http://www.wdvx.com