Studio Tenn announces permanent Turner Theater in the Factory at Franklin

Studio Tenn’s Patrick Cassidy and Todd Morgan with Mayor Ken Moore, Marilyn and Calvin Lehew, Cal Turner, Board Chairman Tony McAlister and Kathie Lee Gifford

By: Matt Masters for Williamson Homepage, Feb 8, 2023

“Tuesday’s announcement took place in the Jamison Theater where it was announced that the future permanent space will be known as the Turner Theater. The venue is named after Brentwood philanthropist Cal Turner who gave a “significant donation” along with fellow local philanthropists Calvin and Marilyn LeHew, who will have the theater’s lobby named in their honor.

The construction on the theater is expected to be complete in August, ahead of the beginning of Studio Tenn’s 2023-24 season in October.

According to a news release, the venue will include dressing rooms, permanent lighting and professional-grade sound and acoustics, gathering areas, and a balcony with adjustable seating which can accommodate up to 329 patrons.

The permanent location will mark the first time in the studio’s 14-year history that all of the season’s performances will take place in one location.”