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Sweet Georgia Brown - A Musical look at Savannah's History
Behind the Scenes

Sweet Georgia Brown - A Musical look at Savannah's History

One of the main draws to Savannah is our proclivity towards the macabre. On any given night of the week, there are dozens of ghost tours marching our squares, multiple museums touting the works of various ghouls of both supernatural and human origin, and a plaque on every historically significant building stating the various plagues/fires/freak accidents that occurred within their walls.

By Gwen Leahy

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Club One Re-opening
Venue Feature

Club One Re-opening

What is the difference between a theatre venue and a gay bar? If you are looking for a punchline, guess again, that is a genuine question. Culturally, these two spaces provide essentially the same services to their community: they are local hotspots for the arts, they are safe spaces for all different demographics of people, they provide joy and positivity within their communities... Plus, where else can you find three pounds of glitter around every corner?

By Gwen Leahy

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Getting to Know Hannah Glass!
Artist Spotlight

Getting to Know Hannah Glass!

Hannah Glass (She/Her, 32) is a teaching artist originally from Marietta, Ga who has been in Savannah for 10 years. As a SCCPSS teacher, she has taught approximately 3000 students at either the STEM academy at Bartlett, or the Savannah Arts Academy.

By Gwen Leahy

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Another Openin’, Another Show!
Venue Feature

Another Openin’, Another Show!

The New Oak Theatre Set to Open New Theatre Venue! Among Savannah’s daily hustle and bustle, there hides in plain sight a poorly-kept secret: Live entertainment is everywhere. From the music of various bands floating out of restaurants in City Market, to the near-weekly burlesque takeovers of downtown bars, to the buskers up and down River Street, the arts are alive and better than ever within our city. However, despite the obvious abundance of talent, all of these examples and more have a single daunting thing in common: They do not have a specific venue.

By Gwen Leahy

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Getting to Know Kathryn Scorza!
Artist Spotlight

Getting to Know Kathryn Scorza!

Kathryn Scorza is a logistics major based in Savannah. She has been doing theater her whole life, but transitioned into a more professional avenue over the last 7 years. Kathryn has stage managed in several theaters in Savannah including Savannah Children's Theatre, The Historic Savannah Theatre, and most recently The Bay Street Theatre.

By Gwen Leahy

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It’s ELECTRIFYIN’ !
Venue Feature

It’s ELECTRIFYIN’ !

The Savannah Theatre Presents: “Grease” In the mood for some summer lovin’? The Historic Savannah Theatre has you covered! Bringing you all things automatic, systematic, and hydromatic, their electrifying production of “Grease” has truly been the word around town (Okay, that’s enough script references now).

By Gwen Leahy

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Play-ing Around
Community News

Play-ing Around

Everyone with a love for the stage remembers their first performance. Whether it happened at five years old or forty five, the rush is the same: Taking your first deep breath as you walk onstage, blinded by the lights, adrenaline pumping as you try to remember anything you are supposed to be doing over the applause from the audience. Be it a theatre production, dance recital, concert, stand up, what have you, you were hooked. For many within the Savannah theatre community, this inciting incident was brought to them via the Savannah Children’s Theatre.

By Gwen Leahy

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Getting to Know Jeff DeVincent!
Artist Spotlight

Getting to Know Jeff DeVincent!

From The Desk of Mr. Jeffrey DeVincent: “I moved to Savannah about 27, 28, or 29 years ago (somewhere in there), and it truly feels like home. I’m grateful every day for the opportunity to teach extraordinary students at the incredible SCAD, and I also get to experience the pure bliss of directing at Bay Street Theater, which brings me great happiness. I share my life with four cats, and as an introvert, I cherish quiet moments.

By Gwen Leahy

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Ciao, Bella!
Behind the Scenes

Ciao, Bella!

A Behind-the-Scenes Look into the Creation of Jin Hi Soucy Rand’s Newest Masterpiece

By Gwen Leahy

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Getting to Know Jin Hi!
Artist Spotlight

Getting to Know Jin Hi!

After giving so much to us over the years, here is our chance to send some love back! Support Jin Hi’s trip to the Scotland to premier her one woman show “Bella” at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe via her Kickstarter: tinyurl.com/bellajinhi

By Gwen Leahy

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The Final Bow
Community News

The Final Bow

Curtain Call: A Tribute to the Club One Stage For the performance community, “ends of eras” are a dime a dozen. It is the nature of the beast: for every glamorous opening night with a packed audience full of our most loyal stage devotees, there is always a curtain call; a moment when the costumes are hung on the rack, the props are stored, and lights come down one last time.

By Gwen Leahy

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SSU Players by the Sea Presents A Raisin in the Sun
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SSU Players by the Sea Presents A Raisin in the Sun

Next Show: Nov 12 at 7:00 PM
Kennedy Fine Arts Theatre at Savannah State University

The Players by the Sea Theatre Ensemble at Savannah State University invites the community to experience A Raisin in the Sun, Lorraine Hansberry’s groundbreaking drama about family, ambition, racial inequality, and the pursuit of the American Dream. Performances will take place November 12–13 at 7:00 p.m. and November 14 at 2:00 p.m. in Kennedy Fine Arts Theatre on the Savannah State University campus. First premiering on Broadway in 1959, A Raisin in the Sun remains one of the most influential and widely studied plays in American theatre. Set in Chicago’s South Side during the 1950s, the play follows the Younger family as they confront difficult choices surrounding an unexpected financial opportunity. As each family member dreams of a better future, they must navigate generational conflict, economic hardship, racial discrimination, and the question of what it truly means to achieve the American Dream. At the heart of Hansberry’s enduring story is a family determined to claim a future beyond the limitations society has placed upon them. With its powerful exploration of identity, dignity, homeownership, and the right to dream, A Raisin in the Sun continues to resonate with audiences across generations. The Players by the Sea production features a talented ensemble of Savannah State University performers, starring Malachi Chaney, Charity Ferguson, Aniya Sims, Aniya Blanchett, Kairi Russell, Devon Dixon, Jamaan Johnson, Nic Ferry, Kareem McMichael, Synclair Francis, Matthew Furtch, Cornelious Carter and Xavier Braswell. The production is directed by Assistant Professor Tomica S. Jenkins, head of the Performing Arts Program at Savannah State University. Through this production, the Players by the Sea Theatre Ensemble bring Hansberry’s landmark work to the stage, offering audiences an opportunity to engage with a story that challenges us to consider whose dreams are valued, what families sacrifice for one another, and how the pursuit of a better life can shape generations. PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE • Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. • Friday, November 13, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. • Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. VENUE: Kennedy Fine Arts Theatre, Savannah State University, Savannah, Georgia TICKETS AND ADMISSION • General Admission: $10 • Students: $5 with valid student ID • Savannah State University students, faculty, and staff: Free admission Tickets are available online at https://tinyurl.com/SSU-PBTS. Audiences are encouraged to secure their tickets in advance for this powerful theatrical event. Community members, theatre enthusiasts, students, alumni, and supporters of the arts are encouraged to attend this compelling theatrical experience. Whether encountering A Raisin in the Sun for the first time or returning to a beloved American classic, audiences will find a story that speaks to the enduring power of family, resilience, and the courage to dream. ABOUT PLAYERS BY THE SEA Players by the Sea is the theatre ensemble at Savannah State University, providing students with opportunities to develop their artistic talents and gain practical experience in theatrical production and performance. Through live theatre, the ensemble celebrates storytelling, cultivates creativity, and connects the university community with works that inspire meaningful conversation.

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