Dolly Parton Musical Premieres Nashville Fisher Center

Dolly Parton's new musical, Dolly: A True Original Musical, is premiering in Nashville at Belmont University's Fisher Center for the Performing Arts, running through August 31, 2025. The show features three actresses—Katie Rose Clarke, Carrie St. Louis, and Quinn Titcomb—portraying Dolly at different stages of her life, supported by a cast including notable performers such as John Zdrojeski and Beth Malone, with Tony winner Bartlett Sher directing. The musical, which includes both Dolly's greatest hits and new songs written for the production, tells the country music icon's life story, a project Dolly herself has co-written to ensure it reflects her vision. Audience members can purchase tickets starting at $40, with a rush ticket policy available, and enjoy a Dolly-themed pop-up experience showcasing her costumes and exclusive merchandise. The production boasts a strong creative team and involves several of Dolly's longtime collaborators, underscoring its authentic connection to her legacy. This musical marks Dolly's most personal stage project and follows her previous successful theatrical works, aiming for a future Broadway run.