Dolly Parton To Bring ‘Threads: My Songs in Symphony’ To New Cities In 2026

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Dolly Parton. Photo: Courtesy of Parton

Dolly Parton is taking her multimedia symphonic experience, “Threads: My Songs in Symphony,” to new U.S. cities for the 2026 season.

The concert series, developed in partnership with Schirmer Theatrical and Sony Music Publishing, combines orchestral arrangements by David Hamilton, immersive visuals by Adam Grannick, and intimate storytelling, exploring Parton’s songs, life, and stories. The 2026 tour will feature 27 performances across 12 cities, highlighting collaborations with some of the nation’s premier orchestras, including March 19-21 with the Nashville Symphony.

Following its sold-out 2025 world premiere with the Nashville Symphony, “Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony” has captivated audiences across the U.S. touring with performances with the Cleveland Orchestra, San Francisco Symphony, National Symphony Orchestra, Columbus Symphony, Dallas Symphony, Indianapolis Symphony, and Oklahoma City Philharmonic.

Returning next year from the inaugural tour cast are vocalists Katelyn Drye, Hollie Hammel, Blair Lamb, and Julie Williams, plus musicians David Hamilton, Derek Drye, Lindsey Miller, Dean Berner, Gary Lunn, Chris Leidhecker, Ross McReynolds, and Luke Woodle. Joining for select 2026 dates are Katie Basden, Ally Jackson, Brian Fullen, Craig Nelson, and Duncan Mullins.

“Threads: My Songs in Symphony” 2026 Dates:
Jan. 3-4, 2026: Colorado Symphony – Denver, CO
Jan. 17-18, 2026: St. Louis Symphony – St. Louis, MO
Jan. 23-25, 2026: Cincinnati Pops Orchestra – Cincinnati, OH
Jan. 31, 2026: Louisville Orchestra – Louisville, KY
Feb. 14-15, 2026: Oregon Symphony – Portland, OR
March 19-21, 2026: Nashville Symphony – Nashville, TN
March 20-21, 2026: Grand Rapids Symphony – Grand Rapids, MI
March 28, 2026: Phoenix Symphony – Phoenix, AZ
April 7-11, 2026: Naples Philharmonic – Naples, FL

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