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Broadway at the Tennessee: The Outsiders: A New Musical

April 25, 2026 2:00 pm

Tennessee Theatre
604 S. Gay St., Knoxville, TN 37902

The winner of four 2024 Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, is THE OUTSIDERS. This classic coming-of-age story takes you to Tulsa, Oklahoma in 1967, where Ponyboy Curtis, his best friend Johnny Cade, and their family of Greaser 'outsiders' dream about who they want to become in a world that will never accept them.

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Why We Like It

  • THE OUTSIDERS features Danya Taymor's Tony Award winning direction that's 'refreshing, gritty, and endlessly effective.'
  • With 'high-octane choreography', THE OUTSIDERS has been described as 'more pulse-pounding than anything else on Broadway!'
  • This classic coming-of-age story is a must-see for fans of timeless tales and powerful musical theater.

Who Should Attend

Fans of the original novel, musical theater enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a gritty yet heartfelt theatrical experience will enjoy this production of THE OUTSIDERS.

In the Spotlight

Ponyboy Curtis

The protagonist of THE OUTSIDERS, a Greaser who dreams of a better life beyond the confines of his social class.

Johnny Cade

Ponyboy's best friend, a fellow Greaser who struggles with his place in the world.

About the Venue

Tennessee Theatre

A historic performing arts venue in Knoxville, Tennessee with excellent acoustics and an elegant, old-world atmosphere.

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