“Why Wynette” by Asia Pyron is a movement-based tribute to Tammy Wynette and her journey as a country music icon, originally set on the Centennial Youth Ballet by director of PYDANCE, Asia Pyron. “Why Wynette” will take you on a time machine back to 1966 Nashville as we find Wynette at the beginning of her stardom with George Jones. This dance production takes the form of an old 70’s TV show to depict Wynette’s rise to fame amidst a destructive relationship, social change, and personal health complications. Saddle up and join us for the ride. It’s gonna be a bumpy one!  ​
 “Holding” by Amanda Howard. This solo work, inspired by Maira Kalman’s book Women Holding Things, examines the challenges women experience from societal expectations, such as managing emotions, daily tasks, and maintaining personal interests while preserving a sense of self. Through symbolic objects like an oversized grocery bag and a lampshade, the piece explores women carrying silent burdens. Amanda Howard’s solo performance highlights the isolation that often accompanies this struggle. The 1950s-inspired costume and stage props reinforce themes of domesticity, societal pressures, and the potential regression of women into traditional roles.  
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Music credit Nashville Composer, Lauren Conklin  
Prop Design, Lee Brackett 

Friday, May 23, 7:00 pm
Saturday, May 24, 7:00 pm
                                 
Centennial Performing Arts Studios
211 27th Ave North, Nashville, TN

​Tickets: $10