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June 2024
Sean of the South–Tryon, North Carolina
A multi-instrumentalist, he started playing mandolin when he was seven, guitar at age eight, and played piano in church at age nine. Having lived through enough heartache, joy, embarrassment, love, and renewal for several lifetimes, Sean condenses our human failures and triumphs into stories that make the Southern heart resound. His wildly popular blog and musical podcast, "Sean of the South," is suited for anyone with red clay on their car and sand in their shoes. His work has appeared…
Find out more »July 2024
Sean of the South–Oxford, Alabama
Join us for an evening of storytelling and music with Sean for belly laughs and good ole’ Southern hospitality. Sean will be joined on stage by the Grand Ol' Optimists who will entertain you with their mad musical talents! Storyteller Sean Dietrich will make you laugh, cry, relive some great memories and entertain you with his wit and wisdom. Sean is a columnist and novelist. His work has appeared in Newsweek, Southern Living, Garden & Gun, Good Grit, The Tallahassee…
Find out more »Sean of the South “On the Air” Series–Columbiana, Alabama
The Shelby County Arts Council presents: Sean of the South “On the Air” (series) live from the Song Theater in Columbiana. Back by popular demand! Come enjoy a summer series of live-broadcast performances, featuring Sean Dietrich and friends—both respected and ill-famed. Each show will feature different guests and “fresh” stories from Sean. Each performance will be recorded in the SONG Theater for future broadcast, featuring Sean and the gang, delivering a mix of humor, storytelling, and eclectic musical performances. The…
Find out more »Don Knotts 100th Birthday with Sean Dietrich, Randy Turner & Keota–Macon, Missouri
Please join us in celebrating Don Knotts 100th birthday. The afternoon will begin with acoustic band Keota playing music from The Andy Grififth Show. Then author and Mayberry expert Randy Turner will offer an audio-visual presentation about the life and career of Don Knotts. Next up will be an intermission complete with desserts. To close out the event Sean Dietrich aka Sean of the South will take the stage and share his music, stories and humor. Doors open at 1:00…
Find out more »August 2024
Sean of the South “On the Air” Series–Columbiana, Alabama
The Shelby County Arts Council presents: Sean of the South “On the Air” (series) live from the Song Theater in Columbiana. Back by popular demand! Come enjoy a summer series of live-broadcast performances, featuring Sean Dietrich and friends—both respected and ill-famed. Each show will feature different guests and “fresh” stories from Sean. Each performance will be recorded in the SONG Theater for future broadcast, featuring Sean and the gang, delivering a mix of humor, storytelling, and eclectic musical performances. The…
Find out more »September 2024
Cookeville, Tennessee
***Tickets go on sale July 25*** Join us for an evening of storytelling and music with Sean Dietrich “Sean of the South.” Sean will be playing songs from his album “Porch Music” as well as sharing stories of growing up in the American South. After the show, join him for a meet and greet, where he’ll be hugging necks, shaking hands, and signing books.
Find out more »Sean of the South “On the Air” Series–Columbiana, Alabama
The Shelby County Arts Council presents: Sean of the South “On the Air” (series) live from the Song Theater in Columbiana. Back by popular demand! Come enjoy a summer series of live-broadcast performances, featuring Sean Dietrich and friends—both respected and ill-famed. Each show will feature different guests and “fresh” stories from Sean. Each performance will be recorded in the SONG Theater for future broadcast, featuring Sean and the gang, delivering a mix of humor, storytelling, and eclectic musical performances. The…
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