Good Neighbors Theatre in Byrdstown, TN

05/30/2026

05/30/2026

Shop Local and Support Good Neighbors Theatre!

Did you know that Good Neighbors Theatre now has a booth at The Pig Pen? 504 W Main St.

We'd love for you to stop by and take a look! Every item purchased from the GNT booth directly benefits Good Neighbors Theatre, with 100% of the proceeds going back into our programs, productions, and community events.

While you're there, be sure to explore all the other wonderful booths as well. Shopping local helps support small businesses, local families, and our entire community. It's neighbors supporting neighbors—and that's something we can all get behind.

We're also grateful that The Pig Pen is a sponsor of Good Neighbors Theatre. Their support helps us continue bringing arts and entertainment opportunities to Pickett County.

And one more thing—if you have clean, usable items around your home that you no longer need, consider donating them to GNT. We'll happily sell them in our booth, and every dollar earned helps support the theatre's mission of providing quality artistic experiences right here in our community.

Small Town. Big Talent. And a community that supports one another.

05/28/2026

Good Neighbors Theatre is excited to announce that tickets for The Carol Burnett Show will go on sale Tuesday, May 26.
This fun-filled variety sketch comedy production features classic comedy sketches inspired by the original television show that made audiences laugh for generations. From silly characters to over-the-top moments, audiences can expect a night of laughter and familiar comedy favorites brought to life by local talent.
Performances will be held:
• Thursday, June 25 at 7 PM
• Friday, June 26 at 7 PM
• Saturday, June 27 at 2 PM
• Sunday, June 28 at 2 PM
Tickets are available at the Pickett County Welcome Center. We do recommend getting them early if you can—seats tend to fill up quickly. Ticket prices are $15 for adults and $10 for children. Tickets are non-refundable, but may be exchanged prior to the performance for a $5 exchange fee.

In connection with the production, GNT is also hosting an “Go for the Comedy Gold” fundraiser. Community members are invited to donate unwanted or broken gold jewelry they no longer wear. The gold will be converted into funds to support future productions, youth programs, and critical repairs to the theatre. Donations may be dropped off at the theatre during upcoming performances. We’re proud to keep bringing live theatre right here to our town, and we sure do appreciate the support from folks near and far.
Looking ahead, GNT will hold auditions for its summer production, Steel Magnolias, on Saturday, June 6th at 5:00PM. Adult women of all experience levels are encouraged to audition. Whether you’ve been on stage before or have always wanted to try community theatre, this is a great opportunity to get involved.
Those auditioning will be asked to read scenes from the script. No preparation is required. Performance dates for Steel Magnolias are October 22–25, 2026.

05/24/2026

Sponsor Spotlight: Junction Station

Good Neighbors Theatre is proud to recognize Junction Station as one of our valued Producer’s Club Season Sponsors.

From early morning coffee and breakfast to hot pizza after a long day on the lake, Junction Station has become a familiar stop for both locals and visitors across our area. With locations in Byrdstown, Tennessee and Albany, Kentucky, they offer convenience, friendly faces, and support for the communities they serve.

Community businesses like Junction Station help make local theatre possible. Their support helps us continue offering productions, youth programs, concerts, and special events that bring people together right here at home.

We truly appreciate their investment in Good Neighbors Theatre and in the arts in our rural community.

Thank you, Junction Station, for supporting local talent and helping our stage continue to shine.

05/16/2026

We wanted to share these words from director Melva Nunnery about tonight's showing of our 2014 production of The Sound of Music.

"Tonight, you will see the efforts of a very talented group of people who lived right here in our community. They spent countless hours memorizing lines, learning songs and dances, and rehearsing over and over again. These are the people you see in front of the lights, bringing the production to life.
But there are many others you do not see who are just as important.
First, I want to recognize Kathy Hicks, who used her incredible talent to turn our electronic piano into a full orchestra. She accompanied our singers and dancers, taught music, and spent many hours in rehearsal with us.
I also want to recognize everyone who worked on the sets, especially Tonya Marcum, who used her artistic talent to paint the beautiful mountain backdrop. And to everyone who painted fleur-de-lis — and I do mean everyone — thank you. We painted so many fleur-de-lis that I don’t think any of us ever wanted to see another one again.
I want to thank those who worked backstage, making sure props were in place and sets were moved, especially Ron Bledsoe and Jeff Neeley, who helped move that giant window. It just about killed them, and I’m pretty sure they wanted to kill me.
Costuming was truly a community effort. We borrowed the nuns’ outfits and some of the children’s costumes from Cumberland County Playhouse, and many of the period costumes came from Great River Players of Lee County, Iowa, where I first got my start in community theatre. I especially want to recognize my sister, Doris Mullins, who made the children’s costumes that were created from the curtains in the show.
I also want to thank everyone who helped with makeup, costume changes, and keeping the children occupied when they were not on stage. And of course, we cannot forget the people out front selling tickets and concessions and managing the front of house.
As has been said before, it truly takes a community of Good Neighbors to bring these productions to life."

05/15/2026

On Thursday, May 14, on behalf of Good Neighbors Theatre, Denise Richmond presented Noah Dailey with the GNT Standing Ovation Award. This $500 scholarship recognizes a graduating senior whose talent, dedication, leadership, and heart have made a lasting impact on the theatre and the GNT family. Noah truly embodies the spirit of “Small Town. Big Talent.” and we are incredibly proud of him.

05/15/2026

We have a few more events in the works that we will add to the calendar once we have all the details finalized.

05/06/2026

Take a Trip Down Memory Lane with Good Neighbors Theatre.

Good Neighbors Theatre is inviting the community to step back in time for a special free movie night featuring the theatre’s 2014 production of The Sound of Music, directed by Melva Nunnery.
This isn’t just a movie—it’s a chance to see familiar faces, relive special moments, and celebrate the people who helped build GNT into what it is today. Whether you were in the audience, backstage, or on stage yourself, this night is all about reconnecting with those memories—and maybe spotting a few younger versions of your friends and family.
The 2014 cast featured a wide range of local talent, including:
• Amanda Hatfield as Maria
• Joriah Kavanagh as Captain von Trapp
• Melva Nunnery as Mother Abbess
• Jamie Garrett as Elsa Schraeder
• Paul Petrick as Max Detweiler
The von Trapp children were played by Caroline Patterson, Elizabeth Norris, Daniel Thomas, Dakota Brown, Cole Reeder, Maria Pryor, Clair Beaty, Emma Mentzer, and Piper Cantrell.
Audience members may also recognize familiar faces like Ryan Thomas, Angela Thomas, Darlene Neeley, Ron Bledsoe, Danny Thomas, Carolyn Smith, Patti Esper, Sharon Bertram, Teresa Parmley, and many more from across the community
From longtime performers to first-time faces—including early appearances from actors many of you know today—this production represents a special chapter in the theatre’s history.
Join Good Neighbors Theatre on Saturday, May 16 at 7 PM (doors open at 6 PM) to watch this beloved production on the big screen. Admission is free, and concessions will be available.
Come laugh, reminisce, and celebrate the people who make this community so special.