David Alford News

Deadline writes that Will Chase and Oliver Hudson have been promoted to regulars for Season 3 of ABC'S NASHVILLE, assuming the series is renewed.

On the next episode of ABC's NASHVILLE titled "We've Got Things to Do" - Juliette has a design on how she would like to announce her new deal with Highway 65

On the next episode of ABC's NASHVILLE entitled "Guilty Street", after performing her manifesto song at her Opry induction, major pop labels are vying to sign Juliette, overwhelming Avery, who can barely afford to take her to dinner.

On the next episode of ABC's NASHVILLE titled "Too Far Gone" - Juliette's new song, "Don't Put Dirt on My Grave Just Yet," catches the ear of a high-powered, hit-making producer, Howie V

Barter Theatre opens its 2014 Season next week with a comedy that goes behind the scenes of one of the greatest movies of all time. 'Don't Cry for Me, Margaret Mitchell' is the true story of how three sleep-deprived men (and one very overworked secretary) had just seven days to save the movie "Gone With the Wind." Can they rewrite an entire movie script in one week - before they all go bananas?

Zac Brown will guest star as himself on an upcoming episode of ABC's NASHVILLE titled "Just For What I Am".

Tennessee Repertory Theatre has announced its schedule for the Martha R. Ingram New Works Festival. The festival will be held May 8 - 18 and will feature staged readings of new plays from four regional playwrights as well as nationally-renowned playwright Theresa Rebeck. Rebeck is this year's recipient of the Ingram New Works Fellowship.

On tonight's episode of ABC's NASHVILLE titled "Take These Chains from My Heart" - Liam invites Rayna to run away with him to finish her album, and Deacon is surprised by his own reaction, as well as Stacy's accusations. Get a sneak peek below!

On tonight's episode of ABC's NASHVILLE titled "My Heart Would Know", a personal crisis in Nashville causes Rayna to leave the tour in New York City before her sold-out concert with Juliette, but for Juliette, the show must go on. Get a sneak peek below!

On tonight's episode of ABC's NASHVILLE titled "I Saw the Light" Rayna takes her children and sister with her on tour in NYC, but Rayna doesn't like the influence Juliette is having on her daughters. Get a sneak peek below!

Tennessee Repertory Theatre will present the regional premiere of The Columnist by Tony and Pulitzer-winning playwright David Auburn. The Columnist runs April 20 through May 4 at TPAC's Johnson Theater (with preview performances April 18 - 19).

Fans of ABC's favorite drama "Nashville" will be able to submit questions and receive real-time responses on Twitter from the cast of "Nashville" and guest star Katie Couric during the east coast broadcast of the show, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27 (10:00-11:00 p.m., ET/PT). Use hashtag #AskNashville to join the conversation.

On the next episode of ABC's NASHVILLE titled "When You're Tired of Breaking Other Hearts" -- Katie Couric guest stars as herself when Rayna appears on the "Katie" show, trying to set the record straight about her marriage and balancing her career with motherhood. Get a sneak peek below!

On the next episode of ABC's NASHVILLE titled "Dear Brother" - Juliette plans a surprise birthday party for Deacon, which is attended by real-life country stars. Get a sneak peek below!

Barter Theatre premieres a Southern story guaranteed to warm your heart. 'Walking Across Egypt' begins tonight, February 14 at Barter Main Stage, just in time for Valentine's Day. Written by Catherine Bush and based on the best-selling novel by Southern writer Clyde Edgerton, this wise and witty story stars Barter audience favorite Mary Lucy Bivins and is directed by Eugene Wolf.

On the next episode of ABC's NASHVILLE entitled 'There'll Be No Teardrops Tonight' - Rayna finds comfort in the arms of an old friend after revealing to Daphne and Maddie her plans to divorce. Get a sneak peek below!

On the next episode of the hit ABC drama NASHVILLE entitled "I've Been Down That Road Before" - Rayna begins to settle into the tour when she discovers that Deacon has joined Juliette's band on the road, and she can't help but think that maybe the time has come to make some hard decisions. Get a sneak peek below!

Barter Theatre premieres a Southern story guaranteed to warm your heart. 'Walking Across Egypt' begins on February 14 at Barter Main Stage, just in time for Valentine's Day. Written by Catherine Bush and based on the best-selling novel by Southern writer Clyde Edgerton, this wise and witty story stars Barter audience favorite Mary Lucy Bivins and is directed by Eugene Wolf.

On NASHVILLE's February 13 episode, entitled 'There'll Be No Teardrops Tonight,' Rayna finds comfort in the arms of an old friend after revealing to Daphne and Maddie her plans to divorce.

On the next episode of the ABC drama series NASHVILLE entitled "You Win Again" - Edgehill Records celebrates the success of "Wrong Song" with a lavish party attended by Rayna, Juliette and real-life country stars including Brantley Gilbert and Chris Young (who cameo as themselves). Get a sneak peek below!