The Music Man

The Music Man

Part of the 25-26 Broadway Series

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  • Date
    April 22nd, 2026
  • Event Starts
    7:15PM
  • Availability
    On Sale Now

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✨Everyone deserves a seat at the show! ✨ Support your Carson Center’s Access Arts Program by participating in the 2025 Fred Paxton Fund Challenge for Charities! Make a donation that makes a difference! 🎨Donate NOW at the link in our bio! Donations through the Fred Paxton Fund Challenge will be accepted through August 31st.
🎤✨ FINAL CALL: POPSTAR CAMP REGISTRATION EXTENDED! ✨🎤 We’ve opened up just a few more spots—but only for a limited time! If your child dreams of the spotlight, this is their moment to sing, dance, and perform like a true popstar. 💫 POPSTAR Camp is an unforgettable experience for kids ages 9–13 featuring: ✅ Songwriting with professional musician, Casi Joy ✅ Dance & choreography ✅ Acting for the stage ✅ Perform LIVE on the Carson Center Stage ✅ VIP tickets to the Taylor Swift tribute concert on June 28th! 📅 Camp runs June 24–28 — and this is your last chance to join the lineup! 🎟️ Register NOW before it’s too late: https://www.thecarsoncenter.org/events/detail/popstar-camp 📍 The Carson Center | Ages 9–13 | June 24 - 28 #PopstarCamp #CarsonCenterKids #LastChance #SwiftieCamp #PerformLikeAStar #PaducahEvents
TONIGHT on The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon is John Crist! Catch him at 10:35PM CST on NBC. Crist will be at YOUR Carson Center on September 21st--Get tickets TODAY at https://www.thecarsoncenter.org/events/detail/john-crist-jokes-for-humans About Crist: John Crist is one of today's fastest-rising stand-up comedians, earning more than one billion video views, more than 7.5 million fans on social media, and sold-out shows from coast to coast -- continuously charting as one of Pollstar's Top 10 Global Touring Comedians. John has sold out the majority of his 2025 U.S. 'Jokes For Humans' dates and continues to add multiple shows in select cities.
The true popstar journey doesn’t start on stage—it begins in your imagination, your practice, and your passion. 🌟 Over the years, the Carson Center has hosted countless stars. Now it’s your turn. Don’t miss the chance to take the stage where legends have stood. Step into the spotlight and shine. Popstar Camp sign-ups close today! Register now at the link in our bio! 🎤✨ #PopstarCamp #CarsonCenterVibes #StageReady
#13 is Taylor’s lucky number… and now it's yours! ✨ Get $13 tickets to Long Live: The Journey of Taylor Swift for 13 hours only! Use code: LUCKY13 or check out the link in our bio! Offer only valid June 13th, 2025 at 10:00AM - 11:00PM. $13 tickets only available for seats in Price Level 2 (red dot) and Price Level 3 (yellow dot). Here's your chance to channel your inner Swiftie and turn this #CruelSummer into a night to remember💕🎶 #TaylorMadeBand #SwiftieGiveaway #Lucky13 #TaylorSwiftTribute #TheCarsonCenter
🎶ON SALE NOW!🎶 Get ready for a night of iconic funk, jazz, and rock as WAR takes the stage at The Carson Center on August 23! From "Low Rider" to "Why Can't We Be Friends?" and "Cisco Kid," this powerhouse band has been making hits for decades, and now’s your chance to experience their legendary sound live! 🔥 Tickets are on sale NOW! Get them at the link in our bio!
🎤 Meet Casi Joy, bringing powerhouse vocals and high-voltage energy to multiple Carson Center events this year! Like Taylor Swift’s early days--she’s deep in her unstoppable country-pop star era 💫 CATCH CASI JOY AT YAPPY HOUR & POPSTAR CAMP! YAPPY HOUR - JUNE 24 - 6PM Grab the leash and head on down to the lawn—it's time to paw-ty! Join us for live music on the Carson Center Lawn featuring Casi Joy! Experience great food, cold drinks, and the best four-legged company around. All dogs are welcome (big or small!) but must remain leashed. Tickets are just $5, so don’t miss out on this tail-wagging night of fun you and your pup won’t forget! 🐾🎶🍔 🎟️🐾 Tickets in our bio! POPSTAR CAMP - JUNE 24-28 - REGISTRATION ENDING FRIDAY! From turning all four chairs on The Voice to racking up over 50 million video views, Casi’s electrifying stage presence and vocal versatility have made her a standout artist in today’s country scene. With a background that fuses old-school country, modern pop, and rock roots, she’s here to show campers how hard work, creativity, and passion come together to make magic on stage. 🎟️✨Register at the link in our bio! #PopstarCamp #PopstarProfessionals #SwiftieSummer #StageDreams #CarsonCenterVibes #CasiJoy
🎶ON SALE TO CARSON CENTER MEMBERS & DONORS NOW!🎶 The legends are coming to Paducah! Get ready for a night of iconic funk, jazz, and rock as WAR takes the stage at The Carson Center on August 23! From "Low Rider" to "Why Can't We Be Friends?" and "Cisco Kid," this powerhouse band has been making hits for decades, and now’s your chance to experience their legendary sound live! 🔥 Tickets are on sale NOW to Carson Center Donors & Members! See more about the event at the link in our bio. Members, grab your seats today! Everyone else, get them tomorrow! See you then!
🎶ON SALE TO CARSON CENTER DONORS NOW!🎶 The legends are coming to Paducah! Get ready for a night of iconic funk, jazz, and rock as WAR takes the stage at The Carson Center on August 23! From "Low Rider" to "Why Can't We Be Friends?" and "Cisco Kid," this powerhouse band has been making hits for decades, and now’s your chance to experience their legendary sound live! 🔥 Tickets are on sale NOW to Carson Center Donors! Carson Center Members can buy tickets tomorrow! Want to become a member and get tickets early? Call us at 270.450.4444 or get a membership online at the link in our bio! Donors, grab your seats today!
Popstar essentials include more than a microphone and killer dance moves. It’s about building confidence, finding your voice, and stepping into the spotlight—surrounded by new friends, music, and moments that feel bigger than life. At Popstar Camp, we give young performers the tools to shine—on stage and off. Registration is ending soon! Sign-up today at the link in our bio! “It’s a new soundtrack, I could dance to this beat…” 🎶 #PopstarCamp #StageDreams #PopstarEssentials #SwiftieSummer #CarsonCenterVibes
Party like a POPSTARat The Journey of Taylor Swift with the Taylor Made Band! Experience the music of Taylor Swift in a live, energetic setting. Relive your concert-going days and treat the Swifties in your life to their first concert experience in a world-class theater at an affordable ticket price. Express yourself by wearing your own signature outfit, connect with other fans, and sing and dance along to all of Taylor's hits from different eras. GET TICKETS TODAY AT THE LINK IN OUR BIO!
YAPPY HOUR IS BACK, AND ON SALE NOW! Get tickets now at the link in our bio! It’s time to leash up, loosen up, and lounge out—Yappy Hour is back and better than ever! This tail-waggin’ twist on happy hour brings together great food, cold drinks, live music, and your favorite four-legged friends for an unforgettable evening on the lawn. FEATURING LIVE MUSIC WITH CASI JOY! As seen on The Voice, powerhouse vocalist Casi Joy will light up the stage with a high-energy set that’s part Nashville, part backyard jam session. You're not going to want to miss this event! Get your tickets today at the link in our bio!
Have an aspiring POPSTAR? Let them live out their ultimate popstar dream—performing LIVE on stage at The Carson Center! At POPSTAR Camp, your child will experience life as a true popstar: singing, dancing, and creating alongside professional musicians and theater instructors. For all aspiring stars ages 9-13. ✨ This is one adventure their inner Swiftie won’t want to miss.✨ Register online today at the link in our bio! 🎵“I could show you incredible things”🎵 - Blank Space #PopstarCamp #StageDreams #SwiftieSummer #CarsonCenterVibes
📞CALLING ALL TAYLOR SWIFT FANS!📞 Tickets for LONG LIVE: The Journey of Taylor Swift - Live Concert Experience are ON SALE NOW! Get them here: https://www.thecarsoncenter.org/events/detail/taylor-made-long-live Long Live - The Journey of Taylor Swift is a theatrical tribute concert celebrating Taylor Swift's musical journey from her country roots to pop superstardom. Following an unforgettable 2024, Taylor Made—the Taylor Swift tribute that took audiences by storm—is back with an all-new experience for 2025! Introducing Long Live: The Journey of Taylor Swift—a theatrically-inspired, high-energy celebration that brings Taylor’s incredible career to life through the very songs that made her a global icon. This immersive show takes fans on a musical journey through every album, reliving the real-life moments that inspired her iconic songs, from her country roots to pop superstardom and beyond. Whether you’ve been a Swiftie since day one or just discovered her magic, this is your chance to sing, dance, and scream along to all of your favorite Taylor Swift hits—performed live by the tribute band that does it best.
✨ON SALE NOW TO CARSON CENTER DONORS AND MEMBERS - April Wine & Sweet!✨ See more about the event in our bio! Canadian rock band April Wine (known for their international Top 40 hit “Just Between You and Me”) and renowned British rock band Sweet (with 39 No. 1 singles worldwide including “Ballroom Blitz,” “Fox On the Run,” and more) come together to perform live at The Carson Center! Tickets for April Wine & Sweet are ON SALE to the public on Friday, May 16th.
🎤Calling all POP STARS!🎤 Summer Camp Registration is now OPEN! Join us for our POPSTAR CAMP and get a chance to sing, dance, and perform LIVE on STAGE at The Carson Center! Register at the link in our bio! For all Taylor Swift Fans aged 9-13, get a crash course on all things Pop Star - vocal coaching, dance lessons, and acting tips! Experience a day in the life as a pop star and get a chance to perform LIVE on stage at the Long Live: The Journey of Taylor Swift concert on June 28th! Can't wait to see you there!
✨ON SALE NOW TO CARSON CENTER DONORS - April Wine & Sweet!✨ Check out the event at the link in our bio! Canadian rock band April Wine (known for their international Top 40 hit “Just Between You and Me”) and renowned British rock band Sweet (with 39 No. 1 singles worldwide including “Ballroom Blitz,” “Fox On the Run,” and more) come together to perform live at The Carson Center! Tickets for April Wine & Sweet are ON SALE to Carson Center Members on Wednesday, May 14th, and to the public on Friday, May 16th.
✨ON SALE NOW TO CARSON CENTER DONORS & MEMBERS - Long Live: The Journey of Taylor Swift!✨ https://www.thecarsoncenter.org/events/detail/taylor-made-long-live Taylor Made: Long Live - The Journey of Taylor Swift is a theatrical tribute concert celebrating Taylor Swift's musical journey from her country roots to pop superstardom. The show aims to immerse fans in a high-energy experience, reliving the moments that inspired her iconic songs. It's presented by the "Taylor Made" band, known for their Taylor Swift tribute performances, and offers a chance for fans to sing, dance, and enjoy her music. Tickets for Long Live: The Journey of Taylor Swift are ON SALE to the public Tuesday, May 13. 🎤POPSTAR CAMP🎤 This is a BRAND NEW Summer Camp perfect for Taylor Swift fans aged 9-13! Get a crash course on all things Pop Star - vocal coaching, dance lessons, and acting tips! Experience a day in the life as a pop star and get a chance to perform LIVE on stage at the Long Live: The Journey of Taylor Swift concert on June 28th. Registration will be open soon! Interested? Click here to get email updates: https://forms.gle/KNbDBsUbvo74M51J9
ONLY ONE DAY LEFT!!!! PARTY FOR A PURPOSE EXCLUSIVE ONLINE AUCTION! Bidding is open now, but closing soon! https://carsoncenter.betterworld.org/auctions/exclusive-party-purpose-online-a The party may be over for the year, but you didn't have to be there to score these EXCLUSIVE auction items! Click the link above to view all the items, register and get bidding! Don't forget, proceeds from this online auction support our Access Arts fund. When you bid, you are making events and performances available to all! Happy Bidding!
✨NOW ANNOUNCING & ON SALE NOW TO CARSON CENTER DONORS - Long Live: Taylor Swift Tribute!✨ https://www.thecarsoncenter.org/events/detail/taylor-made-long-live Taylor Made: Long Live - The Journey of Taylor Swift is a theatrical tribute concert celebrating Taylor Swift's musical journey from her country roots to pop superstardom. The show aims to immerse fans in a high-energy experience, reliving the moments that inspired her iconic songs. It's presented by the "Taylor Made" band, known for their Taylor Swift tribute performances, and offers a chance for fans to sing, dance, and enjoy her music. Tickets for Long Live: The Journey of Taylor Swift are ON SALE to Carson Center Members on Monday, May 12, and on sale to the public Tuesday, May 13. 🎤POPSTAR CAMP🎤 This is a BRAND NEW Summer Camp perfect for Swiftie fans aged 9-13! Get a crash course on all things Pop Star - vocal coaching, dance lessons, and acting tips! Experience a day in the life as a pop star and get a chance to perform LIVE on stage at the Long Live: The Journey of Taylor Swift concert on June 28th. Registration will be open soon! Interested? Click here to get email updates: https://forms.gle/KNbDBsUbvo74M51J9
✨$25 STUDENT RUSH TICKETS FOR BLACK VIOLIN ARE AVAILABLE NOW!✨ Get $25 tickets to Black Violin - Full Circle Tour at The Carson Center Box Office NOW until showtime! Walk-ups only. Must present a VALID STUDENT ID. Questions? Call us at 270.450.4444 for more information. 🎻We can't wait to see you there!🎻
✨DON'T FORGET!!!✨ ✨$25 STUDENT RUSH TICKETS FOR CLUE ARE AVAILABLE NOW!✨ Get $25 tickets to tonight's performance of CLUE at The Carson Center Box Office NOW until showtime! Walk-ups only. Must present a VALID STUDENT ID. Questions? Call us at 270.450.4444 for more information. 🔍We can't wait to see you there!🔍
🎉 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🎉 As a part of the 24-25 Dippin' Dots ART for ALL Series, Black Violin is coming to Paducah, KY THIS FRIDAY — and we want YOU to be there! We’re giving away 2 PAIRS of tickets to TWO lucky fans! TO ENTER: 👍Heart this post. 🗨️Drop a comment telling us about a music teacher who changed your life, inspired your creativity, or helped you discover your passion. 🎟 We’ll pick TWO winners to each receive a pair of tickets! Winners will be announced tomorrow morning! 🎟Don't want to leave your tickets up to chance? Get them at the link in our bio or call our Box Office to purchase over the phone! BEWARE OF SCAMS! The Carson Center will never ask you for any financial or personal information in order to complete an entry. We will also not be notifying winners in the comments of this post. For any questions regarding winners’ announcements, please contact our Box Office at 270.450.4444.

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