Williamson County Performing Arts Center at Academy Park Premieres Original Production “Sweet Soul Music”

Special Group Rates For All Winter/Spring Shows Available Now! FRANKLIN, Tenn. — Williamson County Performing Arts Center (WCPAC) announces the new, original music revue Sweet Soul Music, taking center stage Friday, April 11 – Sunday, April 13. Written by Performing Arts Center Director Victoria Reed, (writer of What the World Needs Now: The Music of Burt Bacharach), the show features a local cast of 12 performers honoring the timeless voices that defined soul music, including James Brown, Ray Charles, Sam Cooke, Aretha Franklin, Marvin Gaye, Etta James, Otis Redding, The Temptations, and more. For all performance times and ticketing, click HERE. “I’m delighted to bring Sweet Soul Music to life,” says Reed. “It’s a powerful tribute to the legendary voices that shaped soul music and left an indelible impact on music history. Audiences will be captivated by the unforgettable songs that continue to inspire generations.” Emerging in the 1960s and reaching its peak in the mid-1970s, soul music was more than just a sound—it was a movement, uniting and inspiring the African American community while amplifying social change. This unique musical revue will feature unforgettable performances, heartfelt storytelling, and a celebration of the hits that continue to move people today....