Marty Stuart did not win the talent contest under the pavilion at the 1970 Neshoba County Fair. He was thwarted by a baton twirler with a dazzling smile. He did, however, go on to win five Grammy Awards, multiple gold and platinum albums, induction into the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of…

Marty Stuart did not win the talent contest under the pavilion at the 1970 Neshoba County Fair. He was thwarted by a baton twirler with a dazzling smile. He did, however, go on to win five Grammy Awards, multiple gold and platinum albums, induction into the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of…

Fifteen-time Grammy Award winner Ricky Skaggs’ career is easily among the most significant in recent country music history. If Skaggs’ burgeoning trophy case full of awards wasn’t already enough evidence of that fact, consider that legendary guitarist Chet Atkins once credited Skaggs with “single-handedly saving country music.” His life’s path has taken him to various…

Fifteen-time Grammy Award winner Ricky Skaggs’ career is easily among the most significant in recent country music history. If Skaggs’ burgeoning trophy case full of awards wasn’t already enough evidence of that fact, consider that legendary guitarist Chet Atkins once credited Skaggs with “single-handedly saving country music.” His life’s path has taken him to various…

One of the most popular singers in modern country music, Vince Gill is famous for his top-notch songwriting, world-class guitar playing, and warm, soaring tenor, all wrapped up in a quick and easy wit. Gill achieved his big breakthrough in 1990 with “When I Call Your Name,” which won both the Country Music Association’s Single…

One of the most popular singers in modern country music, Vince Gill is famous for his top-notch songwriting, world-class guitar playing, and warm, soaring tenor, all wrapped up in a quick and easy wit. Gill achieved his big breakthrough in 1990 with “When I Call Your Name,” which won both the Country Music Association’s Single…

Since the early 1990s, the Gaither Vocal Band has served as a standard-bearer in the world of gospel music. Founded by legendary gospel songwriter and producer Bill Gaither, this Grammy-winning vocal group has performed in the world's most prestigious venues, including the Sydney Opera House, the Kennedy Center, and Carnegie Hall. The list of men…

Follow the story of a young bird named Max and his family as they begin their journey south for the winter. When Max gets blown off course and ends up at the North Pole, his adventure begins! Dancing toy soldiers, caroling worms, and performing poinsettias light up the stage in Lightwire Theater’s A Very Electric…

In 2023 a collection of pickers and singers known as Old Crow Medicine Show celebrate 25 years of making live music together. The journey that began in a Volvo station wagon at the Canadian border in the fall of 1998 continues to unfold in ways unimaginable as they explore the continent’s heritage in song. Their…

The Ellis Theater will break out its new, full-stage projection screen to present “Field of Dreams,” with guest host Alicia Malone of Turner Classic Movies.

Get ready for music from the West of Ireland with passionate vocals and dazzling instrumentals. Dervish has been bringing Irish traditional music to the world for more than 30 years. Described by the BBC as “an icon of Irish music,” the band has played at festivals from Rock in Rio to Glastonbury, toured with the…

2022 Academy of County Music Songwriter of the Year and two-time Association of Independent Music Publishers Nashville Songwriter of the Year Michael Hardy returns to Philadelphia for an intimate hometown performance in the Ellis Theater.