“Bedlam's artistic director Eric Tucker applies the inventive staging techniques on which the company has built its reputation to a good old-fashioned story set to excellent songs. What more could you want?”
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Music City
Music City · 2h 15m · Opened Mar 23, 2026 · Closes Oct 31, 2026
Critics' Take
Critics praise this immersive Nashville-set jukebox musical for its inventive staging and strong songs, with Bedlam transforming the venue into a dive bar. The show earns solid marks for its engaging performances and country music atmosphere.
Critic Scorecard
7 reviewsSort:
“Each of his songs are perfectly set into this story, arranged with excellent harmonies when called for, and gives each character who sings them a great moment to shine.”
“Music City provides plenty of drama and the right songs to go with it.”
“The vocals on this cast is astonishing.”
Front Row Center StaffFull Review
“The pleasures offered by 'Music City' may be modest, but its unflagging energy ensures an enjoyable visit.”
Audience Scorecard
125 audience reviews
B+
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Showtimes
This Week(Aug 3–9)
Frequently Asked Questions
What do critics say about Music City?
Critics praise this immersive Nashville-set jukebox musical for its inventive staging and strong songs, with Bedlam transforming the venue into a dive bar. The show earns solid marks for its engaging performances and country music atmosphere. (CriticScore 80/100 from 7 reviews.)
Is Music City worth seeing?
Yes. Music City earns strong reviews from critics (80/100 from 7 reviews). Most theatergoers will have a great time.
What is the CriticScore for Music City?
Music City has a CriticScore of 80/100 based on 7 professional reviews. This is a "Recommended" show.
Is Music City still running Off-Broadway?
Yes, Music City is currently playing at Music City Off-Broadway. It is scheduled to close on October 31, 2026.
Where is Music City playing Off-Broadway?
Music City is playing at Music City.
How long is Music City?
Music City has a runtime of 2 hours and 15 minutes, including 1 intermission.
Cast
Cast information is not yet available for this production.
Creative Team
- Michael GreifDirector
- Tina LandauBook Writer
- Daryl WatersComposer
Quick Facts
- CriticScore
- 80/100 (7 reviews)
- Status
- Now Playing
- Opened
- Mar 23, 2026
- Closes
- Oct 31, 2026
- Running
- 5 months Off-Broadway
- Runtime
- 2h 15m
- Intermissions
- 1
- Theater
- Music City
- Synopsis
- John Thomas Harding is an American country music songwriter. He has written songs for Uncle Kracker, Kenny Chesney, Keith Urban, Blake Shelton, Dierks Bentley, and Darius Rucker.
- Data Last Updated
- August 8, 2026
