When Johnny Cash boarded the train that would take him beyond this life, he must have had a great deal of luggage. His unique gift earned him 11 Grammy Awards, the National Medal of the Arts, a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, and led to his membership in the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and the Songwriters Hall of … Continue reading A Note from “Ring of Fire” Director, Ben Hope

This summer, FST is proud to bring audiences Ring of Fire: The Music of Johnny Cash, a raw and rousing musical biography celebrating the life and songbook of Johnny Cash. Called “A show that should not and cannot be missed” by Showbiz Chicago, Ring of Fire features over two dozen of Johnny Cash’s biggest hits, from “I Walk the Line” and “Folsom Prison Blues” to … Continue reading “The Man in Black” Comes to FST

This summer, fall in love with Johnny Cash and his music all over again with FST’s Summer Mainstage production of Ring of Fire: The Music of Johnny Cash. In this powerful musical, the story of Johnny Cash’s life—including his successes, challenges, triumphs, and missteps—is told through his music. Featuring such classics as “Folsom Prison Blues” and “I Walk the Line,” Ring of Fire brings audiences … Continue reading A Boy Named Cash