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Live Performances

A Man Named Cash
Widely praised by Cash fans as one of the most authentic and heartfelt tributes to Johnny Cash live in concert, Eric Hofmanis delivers an electrifying musical journey through the legendary artist’s storied career. Spanning nearly five decades—from Cash’s early days at Sun Records in the 1950s to his powerful final chapter with American Recordings in the 2000s—Eric brings The Man in Black to life with uncanny depth and intensity. His rich, resonant voice and remarkable portrayal of Cash's spirit often leave audiences completely captivated, as he performs timeless hits from his 1956 chart-topper “I Walk the Line” to the haunting 2004 Grammy-winning “Hurt.”
Joining Eric on stage is Megan Houde as June Carter, whose vibrant presence and natural charm add warmth and brilliance to the performance. Much like the real-life chemistry between Cash and Carter, Eric and Megan share a dynamic and heartfelt connection that’s both unpredictable and deeply moving. Every time Megan steps on stage, the energy shifts—the room brightens—as she channels the joy, humor, and love that so often defined June Carter and brought light to Johnny’s darker edges. Together, they capture the essence of a partnership that shaped music history and continues to inspire generations.
Joining Eric on stage is Megan Houde as June Carter, whose vibrant presence and natural charm add warmth and brilliance to the performance. Much like the real-life chemistry between Cash and Carter, Eric and Megan share a dynamic and heartfelt connection that’s both unpredictable and deeply moving. Every time Megan steps on stage, the energy shifts—the room brightens—as she channels the joy, humor, and love that so often defined June Carter and brought light to Johnny’s darker edges. Together, they capture the essence of a partnership that shaped music history and continues to inspire generations.

Carpenters Christmas Featuring Janet Clazzy and Isabella Cring
Janet Clazzy returns to the Temple Theatre with Merry Carpenter Christmas!
Director Janet Clazzy is returning to the Temple Theatre, bringing Clazzy Christmas musical magic in a show called “Merry Carpenter Christmas,” featuring arrangements from Richard and Karen Carpenter’s legendary album, A Christmas Portrait.
“No matter how many years pass, that album continues to be the gold standard of Christmas music,” Clazzy says.
Taking the stage alongside Director Janet Clazzy will be vocalist Isabella Cring and pianist Nancy Slaughter.
“Although Karen Carpenter’s voice was one in a million, Isabella has a special voice—a uniquely beautiful tone and lyrical singing style that’s perfect for this music,” Clazzy shared. Having moved to Nashville in 2024, Isabella has spent the last eight months on the Nashville honky-tonk circuit, singing regularly at the Tootsie's Orchard Lounge and Kid Rock’s HonkyTonk bar.
Nancy Slaughter, renowned choral director at Vol State Community College, will also be featured, playing the Temple Theatre's Bosendorfer piano. “Nancy is a fabulous pianist, which is a requirement for anyone attempting to play Richard Carpenter’s piano arrangements,” Clazzy commented. “But we will also have some ‘clazzy’ arrangements—music that mingles a classy spirit with a jazzy soul.”
The concert will showcase Janet Clazzy’s specialty—playing the Yamaha WX5 Wind Machine, a horn producing 250 instrumental sounds. “You’ll hear everything from the Andean Flute to the Spanish Guitar, along with many other gorgeous winds, brass, and strings,” Clazzy promises. “The WX5 wind machine is the reason I've been called 'America’s one-woman band.'"
Feel like you need some Christmas cheer this year? Come to the "Merrry Carprenter Christmas" at the Temple Theatre in Portland on December 5th at 7 p.m. It's a great way to fill up your tank.
Janet Clazzy returns to the Temple Theatre with Merry Carpenter Christmas!
Director Janet Clazzy is returning to the Temple Theatre, bringing Clazzy Christmas musical magic in a show called “Merry Carpenter Christmas,” featuring arrangements from Richard and Karen Carpenter’s legendary album, A Christmas Portrait.
“No matter how many years pass, that album continues to be the gold standard of Christmas music,” Clazzy says.
Taking the stage alongside Director Janet Clazzy will be vocalist Isabella Cring and pianist Nancy Slaughter.
“Although Karen Carpenter’s voice was one in a million, Isabella has a special voice—a uniquely beautiful tone and lyrical singing style that’s perfect for this music,” Clazzy shared. Having moved to Nashville in 2024, Isabell has spent the last eight months on the Nashville honky-tonk circuit, singing regularly at the Tootsie's Orchard Lounge and Kid Rock’s HonkyTonk bar.
Nancy Slaughter, renowned choral director at Vol State Community College, will also be featured, playing the Temple Theatre's Bosendorfer piano. “Nancy is a fabulous pianist, which is a requirement for anyone attempting to play Richard Carpenter’s piano arrangements,” Clazzy commented. “But we will also have some ‘clazzy’ arrangements—music that mingles a classy spirit with a jazzy soul.”
The concert will showcase Janet Clazzy’s specialty—playing the Yamaha WX5 Wind Machine, a horn producing 250 instrumental sounds. “You’ll hear everything from the Andean Flute to the Spanish Guitar, along with many other gorgeous winds, brass, and strings,” Clazzy promises. “The WX5 wind machine is the reason I've been called 'America’s one-woman band.'"
Feel like you need some Christmas cheer this year? Come to the "Merrry Carprenter Christmas" at the Temple Theatre in Portland on December 5th at 7 p.m. It's a great way to fill up your tank.
Director Janet Clazzy is returning to the Temple Theatre, bringing Clazzy Christmas musical magic in a show called “Merry Carpenter Christmas,” featuring arrangements from Richard and Karen Carpenter’s legendary album, A Christmas Portrait.
“No matter how many years pass, that album continues to be the gold standard of Christmas music,” Clazzy says.
Taking the stage alongside Director Janet Clazzy will be vocalist Isabella Cring and pianist Nancy Slaughter.
“Although Karen Carpenter’s voice was one in a million, Isabella has a special voice—a uniquely beautiful tone and lyrical singing style that’s perfect for this music,” Clazzy shared. Having moved to Nashville in 2024, Isabella has spent the last eight months on the Nashville honky-tonk circuit, singing regularly at the Tootsie's Orchard Lounge and Kid Rock’s HonkyTonk bar.
Nancy Slaughter, renowned choral director at Vol State Community College, will also be featured, playing the Temple Theatre's Bosendorfer piano. “Nancy is a fabulous pianist, which is a requirement for anyone attempting to play Richard Carpenter’s piano arrangements,” Clazzy commented. “But we will also have some ‘clazzy’ arrangements—music that mingles a classy spirit with a jazzy soul.”
The concert will showcase Janet Clazzy’s specialty—playing the Yamaha WX5 Wind Machine, a horn producing 250 instrumental sounds. “You’ll hear everything from the Andean Flute to the Spanish Guitar, along with many other gorgeous winds, brass, and strings,” Clazzy promises. “The WX5 wind machine is the reason I've been called 'America’s one-woman band.'"
Feel like you need some Christmas cheer this year? Come to the "Merrry Carprenter Christmas" at the Temple Theatre in Portland on December 5th at 7 p.m. It's a great way to fill up your tank.
Janet Clazzy returns to the Temple Theatre with Merry Carpenter Christmas!
Director Janet Clazzy is returning to the Temple Theatre, bringing Clazzy Christmas musical magic in a show called “Merry Carpenter Christmas,” featuring arrangements from Richard and Karen Carpenter’s legendary album, A Christmas Portrait.
“No matter how many years pass, that album continues to be the gold standard of Christmas music,” Clazzy says.
Taking the stage alongside Director Janet Clazzy will be vocalist Isabella Cring and pianist Nancy Slaughter.
“Although Karen Carpenter’s voice was one in a million, Isabella has a special voice—a uniquely beautiful tone and lyrical singing style that’s perfect for this music,” Clazzy shared. Having moved to Nashville in 2024, Isabell has spent the last eight months on the Nashville honky-tonk circuit, singing regularly at the Tootsie's Orchard Lounge and Kid Rock’s HonkyTonk bar.
Nancy Slaughter, renowned choral director at Vol State Community College, will also be featured, playing the Temple Theatre's Bosendorfer piano. “Nancy is a fabulous pianist, which is a requirement for anyone attempting to play Richard Carpenter’s piano arrangements,” Clazzy commented. “But we will also have some ‘clazzy’ arrangements—music that mingles a classy spirit with a jazzy soul.”
The concert will showcase Janet Clazzy’s specialty—playing the Yamaha WX5 Wind Machine, a horn producing 250 instrumental sounds. “You’ll hear everything from the Andean Flute to the Spanish Guitar, along with many other gorgeous winds, brass, and strings,” Clazzy promises. “The WX5 wind machine is the reason I've been called 'America’s one-woman band.'"
Feel like you need some Christmas cheer this year? Come to the "Merrry Carprenter Christmas" at the Temple Theatre in Portland on December 5th at 7 p.m. It's a great way to fill up your tank.

Called Out Quartet
There is no deeper tradition in Southern Gospel Music than the all-male quartet, and it’s within this rich heritage that Called Out Quartet has been harmonizing since 2003. Comprised of group members Scott Russell (tenor), Jess Birdwell (lead), Darrell Collier (baritone), and Mark Garrett (bass), each member brings a wide and varied background of musical interest and taste. It’s in that diversity that they find their uniqueness, but no matter where that influence comes, their inspiration is drawn solely from God. Whether in a church or any setting, they truly feel “Called Out” to share God’s message of love and redemption wherever they go.
Called Out Quartet is honored to share the stage with pianist and special guest Eddie Crook. Since starting his career as a pianist in 1961, Mr. Crook has accompanied several notable Southern Gospel groups, done session work at the famed RCA studios on Music Row in Nashville and accompanied artist Marty Robbins on the Grand Ole Opry. In 1977, he started the “Eddie Crook Company,” a record label that helped launch the careers of many of the most memorable artists in the Southern Gospel community. Eddie Crook has the distinction of producing more number one Gospel songs than any other producer and has been inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and Southern Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame.
Called Out Quartet is honored to share the stage with pianist and special guest Eddie Crook. Since starting his career as a pianist in 1961, Mr. Crook has accompanied several notable Southern Gospel groups, done session work at the famed RCA studios on Music Row in Nashville and accompanied artist Marty Robbins on the Grand Ole Opry. In 1977, he started the “Eddie Crook Company,” a record label that helped launch the careers of many of the most memorable artists in the Southern Gospel community. Eddie Crook has the distinction of producing more number one Gospel songs than any other producer and has been inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and Southern Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame.

The Ornaments Present A Charlie Brown Christmas
The Ornaments originated in 2005 as three friends decided they would play the music of their favorite holiday TV special, Charles Schultz’ A Charlie Brown Christmas, with its brilliant soundtrack by Vince Guaraldi, at their favorite local watering hole, and since then their shows have grown steadily into a Nashville holiday tradition. It’s a band that only exists one month a year, as all of the players work steadily as freelance musicians with other artists for the rest of the year.
James Haggerty (bass) - James Haggerty is a freelance musician and writer who tours with The Original Blues Brothers Band, Steve Cropper, Josh Rouse, and The Autumn Defense and records with numerous others. He is also a member of the band Joe, Marc’s Brother, the founder of bossa nova group Hags-A-Nova, and a regular columnist for The East Nashvillian.
Jen Gunderman (piano) - Jen Gunderman divides her time between teaching, performing, and recording. She is Assistant Professor of Musicology at Vanderbilt University’s Blair School Of Music, but she is also an active studio session player and live musician, and she is a member of Sheryl Crow’s touring band. She has performed with a diverse variety of musicians, playing keyboards and/or singing with Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson, Michael McDonald, Chris Robinson, Roger McGuinn, John Prine, Emmylou Harris, and many others.
Martin Lynds (drums) - Martin Lynds is a musician and editor who tours most often with Chuck Mead and His Grassy Knoll boys but has stayed busy performing and/or recording with many others, including Cheap Trick’s Tom Petersson, Kevin Gordon, Marah, Bobby Bare, Rodney Crowell and Marty Stuart.
James Haggerty (bass) - James Haggerty is a freelance musician and writer who tours with The Original Blues Brothers Band, Steve Cropper, Josh Rouse, and The Autumn Defense and records with numerous others. He is also a member of the band Joe, Marc’s Brother, the founder of bossa nova group Hags-A-Nova, and a regular columnist for The East Nashvillian.
Jen Gunderman (piano) - Jen Gunderman divides her time between teaching, performing, and recording. She is Assistant Professor of Musicology at Vanderbilt University’s Blair School Of Music, but she is also an active studio session player and live musician, and she is a member of Sheryl Crow’s touring band. She has performed with a diverse variety of musicians, playing keyboards and/or singing with Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson, Michael McDonald, Chris Robinson, Roger McGuinn, John Prine, Emmylou Harris, and many others.
Martin Lynds (drums) - Martin Lynds is a musician and editor who tours most often with Chuck Mead and His Grassy Knoll boys but has stayed busy performing and/or recording with many others, including Cheap Trick’s Tom Petersson, Kevin Gordon, Marah, Bobby Bare, Rodney Crowell and Marty Stuart.

Henry O. Arnold - "A Series of Dramatic Readings of Popular Christmas Stories" Benefitting the Temple Theatre
Henry O. Arnold presents "A Series of Dramatic Readings of Popular Christmas Stories". All proceeds from this performance benefit the Temple Theatre. Attendees are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item for the Hands of Hope Food Pantry.

End of The Line
Allman Brothers
Tribute Band
Get ready for End of the Line, the ultimate Allman Brothers tribute band that’s taking the Southeast by storm! With sold-out shows across Georgia and Tennessee, End of the Line is quickly becoming a force to be reckoned with, bringing the classic sound of the Allman Brothers to life with every soulful note and electrifying jam.
Frontman Justin Smith channels the raw, gritty vocals that made Gregg Allman a legend, while Dave Czuba and Ryan McClanahan lock in a powerful rhythm section, driving the heartbeat of the band with their unstoppable drum and percussion groove. Guitarist Adam Gorman carries the weight of Dickey Betts' tone and style, adding a little Macon magic to the mix as the band’s lone Maconite. Noah Pavey steps into the role of Duane Allman, trading licks with the best of them and keeping the spirit of the Brothers alive. Holding it all together is Casey Conway, whose bass lines are the perfect blend of Berry, Allen, and Oteil, providing the deep, soulful foundation that fans know and love.
Backed by a stamp of approval from the Allman Brothers Museum, The Big House, End of the Line doesn’t just play the music—they embody the legacy. Get ready to experience the guitar harmonies, the jams, and the unforgettable spirit of the Allman Brothers in full force. It's more than a tribute; it’s a journey through the soul of Southern rock, and it’s waiting for you to join the ride.
Frontman Justin Smith channels the raw, gritty vocals that made Gregg Allman a legend, while Dave Czuba and Ryan McClanahan lock in a powerful rhythm section, driving the heartbeat of the band with their unstoppable drum and percussion groove. Guitarist Adam Gorman carries the weight of Dickey Betts' tone and style, adding a little Macon magic to the mix as the band’s lone Maconite. Noah Pavey steps into the role of Duane Allman, trading licks with the best of them and keeping the spirit of the Brothers alive. Holding it all together is Casey Conway, whose bass lines are the perfect blend of Berry, Allen, and Oteil, providing the deep, soulful foundation that fans know and love.
Backed by a stamp of approval from the Allman Brothers Museum, The Big House, End of the Line doesn’t just play the music—they embody the legacy. Get ready to experience the guitar harmonies, the jams, and the unforgettable spirit of the Allman Brothers in full force. It's more than a tribute; it’s a journey through the soul of Southern rock, and it’s waiting for you to join the ride.
Movies

White Christmas (1954)
A successful song-and-dance team become romantically involved with a sister act and team up to save the failing Vermont inn of their former commanding general.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas
On the outskirts of Whoville lives a green, revenge-seeking Grinch who plans to ruin Christmas for all of the citizens of the town.

It's a Wonderful Life (1946)
An angel is sent from Heaven to help a desperately frustrated businessman by showing him what life would have been like if he had never existed.

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