Tennessee Valley Theatre

TVT News

Backstage Banter

with Harry Landreth

One of the greatest challenges facing theater organizations today is how to make themselves relevant and important to their communities. In order for TVT to be relevant, it must be worth the investment of our patrons in both time and money.

We know that we are competitive from a ticket price standpoint. Where else can you get 2-3 hours of quality entertainment for $8-$10? However, are people willing to spend 2-3 hours with us when they must choose us over other things that they could be doing. In other words, what is our competition? Where do people spend their time? Outside of the home, it is probably church, Little League, school activities, civic clubs, the lake, etc. But the biggest competitor for TVT is TV.

So, the next time you think about watching “The Price is Right” instead of coming to one of our shows, please don’t. We really need you!

Marquee for the Theater

We are in the process of having a marquee made for the side of the building. The approximate cost is $7,000. We would like to thank Robinson Manufacturing for their donation toward the sign. Any other donations to help defray the cost would be greatly appreciated.

You are needed!

Become a part of the exciting events taking place at the TVT. Our mission is to provide a variety of cultural experiences for all ages. The theater operates on a volunteer basis. You are needed to assist with the effort of providing the community with high quality entertainment. You are asked to work as a volunteer, sponsor an event/show, give a donation/grant. We want to keep the theater sound and solvent. If you would like to sponsor a play/event or give a donation/grant, please contact me at 423-365-9848.

Newsworthy Items!

If you have an idea for an article, or would like to contribute an article to the newsletter, please contact Margaret at: mmpintn@bellsouth.net.

The Gallery

We are in need of artists that have paintings, drawings, or framed photographs that they would like to share with our community. We would like to put them on display at the TVT during the performances.

Call TVT and let us know.

Mother’s Day Dinner May 10

Tennessee Valley Theatre in Spring City will host a Mother’s Day Dinner and Harp Concert on Saturday, May 10, at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $19 per person. For reservations, please call 365-PLAY.

Laura Elder and Tiffany Envid will perform the Harp Concert. Laura Elder has won recognition for her talent both as a performer and as a teacher, performing with the Indianapolis Symphony, the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra, the Ft. Wayne Philharmonic, the Chattanooga Symphony and the Huntsville Symphony. Mrs. Elder also shares her talents in a therapeutic setting as harpist at Memorial Hospital.

Laura received a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Music degree in Harp Performance from Ball State University. A special interest in Celtic music, history, and folklore led her to earn a Master of Arts in Medieval Studies at the University of Toronto and to study in Ireland at University College Galway. She has served on the faculty of the renowned Interlochen Arts Camp and is currently on the faculty of Lee University, Bryan College, Southern Adventist University, and Covenant College. She maintains a home studio of more than twenty students and enjoys teaching people of all ages. She also teaches each summer at the Jan Pennington Gray Harp Camp in Chattanooga and is the Director of the Chattanooga Harp Ensemble.

Tiffany Envid graduated from Lee University in Cleveland and as a full-time professional harpist, plays for weddings, dinner parties, church functions, and other special events. She has performed with many area choirs and concert performances.

Tiffinay has taught the Salzedo method of harp for the past six years with student ages ranging from five to seventy-five. She is a founding member of the Chattanooga Harp Ensemble, the harp instructor at Westmore Music Academy, and a member of the American Harp Society.

Pat Banks will cater the dinner featuring Mediterranean chicken and strawberry shortcake. For reservations, please call 365-PLAY.

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