To celebrate our 10th Anniversary, we are writing a new chapter!

This new chapter will elevate the arts in Knoxville and provide a lasting legacy for generations to come. Now, we are excited to take the next step in our journey with the creation of a permanent home for the theatre, located in the heart of the Magnolia Corridor in East Knoxville.

Great theatre isn’t just made — it’s sustained.

We’re seeking support from individuals, businesses, and foundations who share our vision of theatre’s potential to transform lives and communities. 

Your contribution will help us turn this historic space into a vibrant, state-of-the-art theatre, a true hub for creativity, connection, and storytelling. 

Let’s build this together.

Theatre from 140 to 240 seats

100 more seats for greater community impact and higher earned income, while keeping flexible seating like OCPAC.

Rehearsal Studio

Designed to accommodate any type of performance. Also serves as a versatile community room for events and creative programs.

Dressing Rooms & Green Rooms

With multiple Green Rooms and three Dressing Rooms, this new venue allows a space for performers, ensuring comfort and privacy.

Lobby with Full Bar

Featuring a lobby with café and full bar.

Also available for small community events and collaborations.

Ways to Contribute

Community Tiers $25K & Below

Our Community Tiers celebrate the generosity of donors who are truly the heartbeat of our theater. Your commitment sustains our day-to-day operations, fuels artistic excellence, and ensures that live theater remains open and welcoming to all. We are deeply grateful for your partnership in keeping the arts accessible, vibrant, and rooted in our community.

Legacy Tiers | $50k+ & Above

Our Legacy Tiers honor the visionary donors whose extraordinary generosity shapes the future of theater in our community. Your transformational gifts make it possible to dream bigger, create more boldly, and open our doors wider. We are deeply grateful for the way you invest in the arts and leave a lasting legacy on our stage. From naming rights and production sponsorships to premium experiences, Legacy donors enjoy unparalleled engagement with live theater.

Season Ticket Benefits for Qualifying Donors will begin with our 2026-2027 season, provided the gift is made before the season’s first show.

Early Access provides our Society Level Donors with access to ticket sales two weeks prior to the general public.

Share a Connection or Schedule a Tour

Know of someone who’d be interested in donating towards this project? Give us their details and we’ll reach out to them! We appreciate your sharing your contacts with us!

“River & Rail’s new home in East Knoxville excites us and feels like a true reflection of who they are.”

–Blair and Bryan Terrill
10-year donorS to River & Rail

Want to dive deeper into our vision? Review our Pitch Deck!

Contact

For inquiries, please email

Joshua Peterson
E: joshua@riverandrailtheatre.com
P: +1 (469) 767-4727

Kenneth Herring
E: kenneth@riverandrailtheatre.com
P: (865) 310-2664