The B.L.O.O.M. Initiative

The B.L.O.O.M. Initiative is home to Paducah Rhythm Revue, a cutting-edge, professional variety theatre company comprised of local talents of all ages and walks of life. Its purpose is to offer a fresh approach in live entertainment to the artistically diverse city of Paducah. With homegrown productions that strive to spark nostalgia, energy and joy in its audiences, Paducah Rhythm Revue is exactly what our city has been missing! PRR is proud to have performed and partnered with the city of Paducah for its Farmers Market and “Street Beats” series for the last two summers. We have also partnered with Maiden Alley Cinema, The Carson Center, The Hotel Metropolitan, The Community Foundation/Fred Paxton Challenge and YACtoberfest. Our ultimate goal and vision is to be showcasing live shows regularly at the Dunlap Theater upon its completion, an extension of the historic Walter Jetton Schoolhouse.

BLOOM has even began a mentorship program for students to “shadow” our professional cast and put on their own version of these productions. We call them our “Young Ambassadors”. Lastly, a lofty but very real vision for BLOOM is to launch another “Artist Relocation Program”…but this time for performing artists. We believe that with these shows in place, Paducah will be an enticing hub for singers, musicians, dancers, actors, comedians, etc. from all over to make a lucrative career right here in this UNESCO Creative City!