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Banjo Romantika
February 8 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
The Jackson Theatre is partnering with East Tennessee State University’s Departments of Bluegrass, Old Time & Roots Music and Media & Communication to present a special 10-year anniversary screening and concert event for Banjo Romantika on February 8 at 3:00 PM.
The documentary was produced by ETSU faculty members Dr. Shara K. Lange (Radio/TV/Film) and Dr. Lee Bidgood (Bluegrass, Old Time & Roots Music). Banjo Romantika introduces audiences to a unique bluegrass tradition that developed in the Czech Republic.
Czechs first encountered bluegrass during World War II through broadcasts of American music, a sound that came to represent freedom and self-expression under communist rule. That connection deepened when Pete Seeger visited and performed in 1964.
Drawing from classic American bluegrass, musicians across the formerly communist Czech Republic blended history, politics, and personal storytelling into a lively musical tradition entirely their own. The film highlights the artists who helped shape this movement and the cultural exchange behind it.
The event will begin with a live bluegrass performance as guests arrive and get settled, followed by the screening of Banjo Romantika. A Q&A session will take place after the film, offering audiences a chance to dive deeper into the story and creative process.
This special event celebrates the lasting impact of bluegrass across borders and highlights the powerful ways music connects people and cultures.
Tickets are on sale now at www.thejacksontheatre.com. Follow @thejacksontheatre on social media for updates and upcoming events.
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About The Jackson Theatre: The Jackson Theatre is a fully restored theatre in the heart of historic downtown Jonesborough. Serving as a vibrant hub for the arts, it now operates as a music venue, theater, and film house, bringing entertainment and culture to the community again. For tickets and more information, visit thejacksontheatre.com or follow us on social media @thejacksontheatre.
