Peter Pan – Theatrical Production at Tennessee Performing Arts Center

Broadway composer Moose Charlap joined forces with showtune writer Carolyn Leigh to launch Peter Pan with original scores and a touching plot that countless Americans have come to adore. Peter Pan’s cast daringly establishes elements of childhood hopes and fears about growing up.

Maybe you have already watched a version of Peter Pan but have yet to experience it with your children. Come down – Tennessee Performing Arts Center in Nashville, Tennessee, is ready to go. Snag your tickets starting at $72 to make Tennessee Performing Arts Center’s production of this Broadway show a treasured memory and stay forever young for January.

You’ll watch three acts spanning 2h 30m with a short intermission in the upcoming production.

Story

There's Wendy, middle-child John, and youngest Micheal as they become acquainted with Peter Pan and his sassy sidekick Tinkerbell. Together they join Peter in finding and reattaching his shadow before flying to Neverland. They also follow Peter and Tinkerbell to Neverland.

The Lost Boys, a band of forgotten children who refuse to grow up, greet them and report to Peter about Hooks' intruding pirate crew. The Darling children also meet Tiger Lily, the daughter of a local indigenous chieftain. The gang share songs, games, and imaginative play for days, but Captain Hook seizes Tiger Lily, enticing the Darlings, Peter Pan, and the Lost Boys to rescue her.

Will the children liberate Tiger Lily and vanquish the nefarious pirates? Shall the Darling children remain children for all time or return home? Find out when you watch this memorable Broadway show this January that tenderly touches growing-up topics alongside adventure.

Origins

The 1904 original production that inspired the musical rendition dove into tricky concepts of boring adult responsibilities versus imaginative childhood innocence. The musical explores similar elements while bringing a fresh enchantment and modern flair compared to the debut in 1954, which still won a Tony Award the following year.

Iconic actress Mary Martin’s leading performance lends to the plays widespread success. Her pioneering role as Peter Pan was a cornerstone of progress at the time. The show continued snagging Tonys and a Drama Desk award from 1980 through 1999. The 1960 film recording would also memorialize the story and bring the musical to TVs at home.