
Barry and Dari Anne have been married for 28 years which is proof that Christmas miracles really do happen! Together they’ve produced hit shows like Country Tonite in Pigeon Forge, TN and We Need A Lot of Christmas in Nashville. But when December rolls around, they really shine because Christmas isn’t just their favorite season, it’s practically their full-time job. They decorate like elves on espresso, collect more ornaments than Santa’s workshop, and even share their home with Dorothy their Sheepadoodle, who insists on being on the “nice list” every year. They’re thrilled this year to present “A Swingin’ Little Christmas” with a sleigh-ing cast of talented singer/dancers and a band hotter than chocolate! This team is gonna serve up all your favorite Christmas classics with a swingin’ twist. So, hang on tight to your tinsel and get ready to enjoy the most wonderful show of the year!

Jenny is a graduate of Belmont University with a degree in commercial vocal performance. She started her performing career as a child performer at Opryland USA Theme Park, later touring with Lee Greenwood and shared the stage with the great Dolly Parton. She has been frequently seen in theaters across Middle TN, and spent more than 12 years as an actor at the legendary Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theater. Jenny is looking forward to another year of Christmas Magic!

Renee is a professional singer, dancer, actor, & voice-over artist. A graduate of The American Musical & Dramatic Academy of the Performing Arts in NYC. She has performed for audiences around the world in national tours, cruise lines, and off-Broadway productions. Her voice-over work spans education, animation, and commercial projects. Her voice can be heard on popular children’s platorms including Buggle Time, Peakabeans, & Litte Angel as well as toy products enjoyed by families everywhere.

Dalton is from Brunswick, GA and currently lives in Sevierville, TN with his wife Madee, two cats and his dog Millie. He has a BA in musical theatre and a national collegiate singing title. Dalton trail blazed Dollywood Theme Park winning Best Industry Attraction Performer in the World and had the honor of singing back up for the “Queen of Country” herself, Dolly Parton. He was seen most recently in “Crazy Little Thing Called Love" at Fiddle Dee Farms.

Duke is super excited to be participating in A Swingin’ Little Christmas as both a performer and the vocal director! A lover of all things Christmas, he is particularly excited about consuming a truly inadvisable number of gingerbread cookies this holiday season all while looking cute as button in beautifully bad Christmas sweaters. Merry Christmas Y’all!

Gail is the elf behind the keyboard, orchestrating tonight’s festive fun with more flair than a reindeer in tap shoes. Classically trained but never afraid to jazz up a carol, thanks to a background in jazz, classical, and gospel, Gail brings warmth, wit, and a touch of tinsel to every performance with music so sweet, it might just give the Sugar Plum Fairy a toothache. She’s led countless productions across the country with style, soul, and just the right amount of sparkle with fingers faster than Santa’s sleigh. She’s conducted more holiday harmonies than Santa’s had cookies. Whether she’s decking the halls with dazzling chords or keeping the cast off the naughty list, Gail brings tidings of great joy with her collaborative spirit and love for the show. If the music sounds extra merry tonight, it’s probably because she threatened the cast with fruitcake if it didn’t!

Art is a certified public accountant by day and a musician by night. He plays bass and sings weekly in his home church and has for over 30 years. When he is not teaching accounting to students at Middle Tennessee State Univ., Art is playing or recording bass tracks or vocals for local Christian or soft rock/ pop bands around the Nashville area.

Over the years, Patrick has played just about every style of music there is, but he loves jazz the most-est! Since Christmas is one of his favorite seasons, he’s pleased as holiday punch to be able to take part in this amazing show that combines the two!

Jeff is very excited to be a part of this year’s show. He started playing the guitar at the age of 10, when he had saved up enough money to purchase his first guitar. 52 years later, he is still enjoying the daily reward that comes from studying and playing music. In addition to 30 years as a member of his church praise band, Jeff has been a pit band member for various Nashville community theatres. Jeff makes his living as a math teacher and works to exploit the connections between music and mathematics whenever possible.

Jake Daniels has collected rhythms and melodies from across every continent blending jazz, Latin, and soul into his own musical sleigh ride. This holiday season, he’s trading passports for peppermint and sharing festive tunes guaranteed to warm even the chilliest winter nights.

Andy is currently serving his 6th year as band director at Cheatham County Central HS in Ashland City, TN. He is a native of Mt. Juliet, TN and attended Tennessee Tech University where he earned a Bachelor of Music Education. In addition to being a master on the saxophone, Andy played electric guitar for shows on Royal Caribbean’s Enchantment of the Seas. Over the years, he has performed in numerous stage and theatre productions from Nashville to Canada. In his free time, he enjoys playing guitar, drums and piano, as well as his Nintendo Switch all while hanging with his two cats Buddy and Richie.





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