The WordPlayers https://wordplayers.org/
The WordPlayers is a 501(c)3 company of theatre artists based in Knoxville, TN. Our mission is to produce excellent theatre, telling culturally-relevant stories from a faith-based perspective. We produce both mainstage and touring shows in the East TN area. https://wordplayers.org/current-season/
Contact Ethan Norman at ethan@wordplayers.org
Sample Programs Offered
Program Type: Arts Appreciation
Program Description:
JUNIE B. IN JINGLE BELLS, BATMAN SMELLS, by Allison Gregory
Based on Barbara Park’s popular children’s book series, Junie B. learns valuable lessons in humility, forgiveness, and living peaceably in community.
Performed at Clayton Performing Arts Center, Pellissippi State Community College, 10915 Hardin Valley Rd., Knoxville, TN 37932
School matinees:
Dec. 13 at 9.30 AM
Dec. 16 at 9.30 AM and 12 Noon
Dec. 17 at 9.30 AM
Dec. 18 at 9.30 AM
Students: $6 Adults: $9
One free ticket for a Chaperone per every ten paid student tickets.
For Group Reservations for School Shows, please call: 865.539.2490 or email info@wordplayers.org
Lesson Plan Example: Download File
Program Type: Arts Appreciation
Program Description:
HISTORY TOUR: Walk, Don’t Ride! by Peter Manos
This 55-minute play with music chronicles some of the main events and people involved in the American Civil Rights movement and features freedom songs of the period.
Available to tour to schools and other venues
Available Feb. 3 – March 2, 2025
FEE: $800 LENGTH: 55 minutes
2nd performance same day/same venue: $650
LENGTH: 55 minutes
To schedule a performance, please call 865-539-2490 or email info@wordplayers.org
Lesson Plan Example: Download File
