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The explosive movie musical bursts onto the stage live at the Bijou Theatre! Performances are July 14 at 7:30 p.m., July 15 at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and July 16 at 2:30 p.m.

Tickets are $22-$30 and available at knoxbijou.org, by phone at 865.684.1200, or at the door.

The Footloose story follows Ren and his mother as they move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school.

But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing.

The heartfelt story that emerges pins a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him. With dynamic new songs augmenting the powerhouse hits from its bestselling Oscar-nominated score, Footloose celebrates the exhilaration of youth, the wisdom of listening to one another, and the power of forgiveness.

Footloose is sponsored by Asset Planning Corporation, Warren & Kathy Payne, A&W Supply, Sunspot, Waynes Pest Control, Home Federal Bank, Kiwanis Club of Northside Knoxville, Townes Osborn & Bob Marquis, and William Blount & Associates.

For more information about The WordPlayers, call 865-539-2490.