Photo courtesy of Dollywood
McKenzie Franklin (left) dances and sings during a dress rehearsal of "Babes in Toyland." She is the only cast member from Blount County in this production.
07:02 PM - McKenzie Franklin, a 12-year-old Maryville Middle School student, is playing the role of Jane in Dollywood's adaptation of "Babes in Toyland," by Victor Herbert. She is the only cast member from Blount County. Read more...
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