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Martin Center for the Arts
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Mark Twain Tonight!
Martin Center for the Arts 1320 W. State of Franklin, Johnson City, TN, United StatesEmmy-Award® winning Actor Richard Thomas brings to life “the nation’s one true comic genius” (The New York Times) in Mark Twain Tonight!, written and originally performed by Hal Holbrook. Join the millions who have cheered for the legendary one-man show, bursting with Twain’s “uproariously funny” and “pungently wise” (Time Magazine) humor. Most recently seen on Broadway in Our
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NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
Martin Center for the Arts 1320 W. State of Franklin, Johnson City, TN, United StatesNUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet Monday, November 24, 2025 • 7:00 pm Share the joy of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet with family and friends. Give the gift of a spectacular holiday experience featuring an international cast, whimsical puppetry and opulent costumes and sets, hand-crafted by the finest artisans of Europe. Go back to a simpler time and make
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Christmas with the Celts
Martin Center for the Arts 1320 W. State of Franklin, Johnson City, TN, United StatesCurrently celebrating 14 years of successful national touring, Christmas with the Celts perform a wonderful combination of timeless ancient Irish Christmas Carols and lively Irish dance with modern contemporary songs but with Irish instrumentation. New Christmas hits, Celts originals and fresh Irish Dance tunes are added to the show each year so that no 2 years are
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Martin Center: Matthew West
Martin Center for the Arts 1320 W. State of Franklin, Johnson City, TN, United StatesDubbed “one of Christian music’s most prolific singer-songwriters” (Billboard), Matthew West has notched 38 No.1 songs combined as an artist and songwriter and has been awarded RIAA Gold and Platinum certifications. West is also a five-time GRAMMY nominee, NSAI’s 2022 Songwriter-Artist of the Year, ASCAP’s 2023 Golden Note Award recipient, ASCAP’s Songwriter of the Year recipient, and a multiple
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MANIA: The ABBA Tribute
Martin Center for the Arts 1320 W. State of Franklin, Johnson City, TN, United StatesMANIA: The ABBA Tribute Wednesday, November 5, 2025 • 7:30 pm Take A Chance On MANIA......and you won’t be disappointed! Mania: The ABBA Tribute has successfully toured every continent in the world and has played over 3,000 live concerts in over 35 countries. Recent highlights included a second run in London’s West End where the
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ELF THE MUSICAL
Martin Center for the Arts 1320 W. State of Franklin, Johnson City, TN, United StatesSponsored by East Tennessee Insurance November 3-4, 2025 • 7:00 PM ELF The Musical, inspired by the hit film, is the hilarious and heartwarming tale of Buddy, a young orphan child whose life is changed forever when he mistakenly crawls into Santa’s sack of toys one Christmas Eve. When he discovers he is human, Buddy embarks on
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ELF THE MUSICAL
Martin Center for the Arts 1320 W. State of Franklin, Johnson City, TN, United StatesSponsored by East Tennessee Insurance November 3-4, 2025 • 7:00 PM ELF The Musical, inspired by the hit film, is the hilarious and heartwarming tale of Buddy, a young orphan child whose life is changed forever when he mistakenly crawls into Santa’s sack of toys one Christmas Eve. When he discovers he is human, Buddy embarks on
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HEART LIFE MUSIC: A Conversation with ETSU Alumnus Kenny Chesney
Martin Center for the Arts 1320 W. State of Franklin, Johnson City, TN, United StatesHEART LIFE MUSIC: A Conversation with ETSU Alumnus Kenny Chesney Kenny Chesney grew up playing sports and loving music well beyond Knoxville’s city lights. At East Tennessee State University, he zeroed in on a dream, playing for tips, joining Jack Tottle’s Bluegrass Band and making trips to Nashville. HEART LIFE MUSIC is the story of
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SPANK THE 80’S: The Ultimate 80’s Tribute Experience
Martin Center for the Arts 1320 W. State of Franklin, Johnson City, TN, United StatesSPANK THE 80'S: The Ultimate 80's Tribute Experience Saturday, August 23, 2025 • 7:30 pm Since 1999, SPANKthe80s has been electrifying audiences with their high-energy shows featuring the biggest hits of the 80's. From Michael Jackson and Prince to Bon Jovi and Journey, all your 80's favorites are here. SPANKthe80srecreates the sound, style, and vibe
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Martin Center: Michael W. Smith
Martin Center for the Arts 1320 W. State of Franklin, Johnson City, TN, United StatesMulti-Platinum singer-songwriter, Michael W. Smith, is excited to come to Johnson City, TN with his BEYOND THE FAR HORIZON TOUR. Michael is bringing a whole new dimension to this tour with a reimagined live show, featuring brand new music that ventures into new creative ground, while still resonating with long-time fans through beloved hits and uplifting worship
