It is now Benjamin Franklin Lives - January 2026 The Franklin Theater / Franklin TN "1775: The Desperate Meeting" Friday Jan 16th @ 12 NOON (Doors 11:30am) Franklin Theater Tickets Ben On The Bench - Franklin TN Statue Unveiling - Birthday Celebration Saturday Jan 17th @ 10am - Downtown Square Free to the Public / A City Celebration Reception to Follow The Anticipation is GREAT ! Benjamin Franklin Lives ! An Evening of Humor, Wit, Wisdom, and Mischief Living history meets the live theatrical experience as based on the original writings and correspondences of Dr. Benjamin Franklin. Crafted entertainment for modern audiences who are fascinated by the exploits of this surprising polymath. Benjamin Franklin Lives creates a unique opportunity where there are no boundaries between Dr. Franklin and you, the attendees of this secret meeting. It is September 1775 and Benjamin Franklin has returned to America a few months earlier. He has barely escaped a London arrest warrant. The Doctor has called a secret meeting to explain his tribulations and adventures. You have been invited to the Doctor's meeting. - About the Actor/Director/Producer - Tony Rollo is a Media Producer in Nashville, an honor society actor, member of the International Thespian Society since the age of 16, and a professional member of the Educational Theater Association. He has produced media in Nashville for 30 years, a theatrically released feature film, as well as many media projects to his credit. Benjamin Franklin Lives 813 E Parkway 222 Gatlinburg TN 37738 Booking / Business Office 615.512.2020