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A Sneak Peek Into Dolly Parton’s New Hotel and Museum Experience Coming to Nashville

Nashville is about to shine a little brighter. Dolly Parton has officially opened reservations for her highly anticipated SongTeller Hotel and pre-sale tickets for Dolly’s Life of Many Colors Museum, both opening in June 2026. Together under one roof, the two experiences will offer visitors an intimate look into the stories behind one of country […]

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DOLLY_ A TRUE ORIGINAL MUSICAL Carrie St. Louis, Katie Rose Clarke, and Quinn Titcomb photo by Matthew Murphy

Behind the Rhinestones: Carrie St. Louis on Becoming Dolly

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The highly anticipated world premiere of DOLLY: A True Original Musical is now lighting up the stage at The Fisher Center for the Performing Arts in Nashville, running through August 31. As part of this one-of-a-kind production, Broadway star Carrie St. Louis steps into the role of a lifetime: portraying Dolly Parton during her early

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Dolly Wines Bar Now Open at Assembly Food Hall in Nashville

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Dolly Parton fans and wine lovers alike now have a new destination to raise a glass in Music City. Today, the Dolly Wines Bar officially opened on Level 2 North inside Nashville’s Assembly Food Hall, offering a unique wine experience inspired by the warmth and authenticity of the iconic entertainer herself. Created in partnership with

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“Dolly: A True Original Musical” Expands Cast as Rehearsals Begin in Nashville

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Global music icon Dolly Parton has officially kicked off rehearsals for the highly anticipated world premiere of Dolly: A True Original Musical in her hometown of Nashville, Tennessee. As excitement builds, Parton announced additional casting, a robust creative team, and an extended performance run due to overwhelming demand. The musical will begin preview performances on

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Dolly Parton Expands Southern-Inspired Food Line with New Frozen Meals

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Country music legend and cultural icon Dolly Parton has expanded her partnership with Conagra Brands (NYSE: CAG), unveiling a new line of single-serve frozen meals that deliver the heartwarming flavors of Southern cuisine. This latest venture builds on the successful rollout of her baking line with Duncan Hines and brings her signature comfort food to

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Dolly Parton Chronicles a Legendary Career in New Book ‘Star of the Show: My Life on Stage’

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Global superstar Dolly Parton is set to release her most personal and performance-focused book yet: Star of the Show: My Life on Stage. Arriving November 11, 2025, from Ten Speed Press, the memoir marks the final installment in her bestselling photographic trilogy—following Songteller (lyrics) and Behind the Seams (fashion). This beautifully crafted volume traces Dolly’s

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Dolly Parton: Journey of a Seeker Exhibition to Open at Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

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The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum will shine a spotlight on one of country music’s most iconic figures with the launch of Dolly Parton: Journey of a Seeker. This special exhibition opens May 20, 2025, and will run through September 2026, offering an intimate look at key moments in Dolly Parton’s more than

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Dolly Parton Launches Dolly Wines Pinot Noir for Valentine’s Day

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Dolly Parton is celebrating love—and wine—this Valentine’s Day by launching her very own signature Pinot Noir under the Dolly Wines label. Coincidentally released in the same month as her iconic song Jolene fifty-one years ago, the hand-crafted California Pinot Noir is perfect for romantic Valentine’s Day dinners or festive Galentine’s Day gatherings. Taking to social

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Dolly Parton Announces World Premiere of Musical in Nashville

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Global music icon Dolly Parton has revealed that her life story will be brought to the stage this summer in the form of a new musical, Dolly: An Original Musical. The production will debut with a four-week limited engagement at the Fisher Center for the Performing Arts at Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee, from July

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Dolly Parton Honored with 2024 PEACE Through Music Award

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The Recording Academy and the U.S. Department of State have announced that country music legend Dolly Parton is the 2024 recipient of the prestigious PEACE Through Music Award. This award honors American music industry professionals who have significantly contributed to global peace and understanding through their music and outreach efforts. Celebrating Dolly Parton’s Impact Dolly

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