Tommy Emmanuel live in Frankfort

Experience Tommy Emmanuel live on August 19th

Tommy Emmanuel is scheduled to perform at the Grand Theatre in Frankfort, Kentucky on August 19, 2026. Emmanuel is an Australian guitarist renowned for his complex fingerstyle technique, percussive playing, and incorporation of diverse musical genres including jazz, blues, folk, rockabilly and classical. Often described as a one-man band, his performances feature simultaneous bass lines, melodies, harmonies and percussive elements created solely on the acoustic guitar. He has opened for artists such as Eric Clapton and has received numerous awards recognizing his instrumental guitar skills.

The Grand Theatre in Frankfort originally opened in 1908 as a vaudeville house and silent movie theatre. Throughout its history it has operated under various names including the Star Theatre and the Capitol Theatre. It underwent significant restoration in the early 2000s, aiming to return it to its original architectural grandeur while modernizing facilities. The theatre is known for its ornate interior featuring a proscenium arch and decorative plasterwork. Today it functions as a performing arts venue hosting a variety of events including concerts, theatrical productions and community events. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.