This is a rundown of shows and activities in theater you can catch around town. ‘Theater Around Town’ navigates you through an eclectic array of performances, offering a glimpse into the diverse talent and creativity thriving within Savannah's theater community.
24 Play Festival Savannah Brings a group of Talented Locals Together on Aug. 4
The Savannah theater community is gearing up for the return of the 24-Hour Play Fest this weekend after a successful run, off and on, over the years. The unique collaborative event challenges writers, directors, and actors to come together and produce a series of 10-minute plays in just 24 hours.
On Aug. 3 and 4 this dynamic theatrical event, presented by Savannah Performance Alliance in collaboration with Savannah Children’s Theatre, will showcase the creativity and talent of local artists.
"We had such a great time doing it, with a wonderful audience back in 2022, the idea was to bring it back in 2023 but we all got busy," said Chris Bass, executive producer and one of the main organizers. “The event offers an opportunity for performance artists in Savannah who don't normally collaborate to come together in a creative, unbranded space.”
On Sunday, the directors and actors are assembled, and the plays are rehearsed throughout the day before being performed for a live audience that evening.
"It's anything from a dramatic reading to a comedy with a pocket watch," said Bass, describing the variety of genres and themes that have emerged from past festivals. "You don't know what you're going to get."
This year's edition of the 24-Hour Play Fest is expected to feature six writers, six directors, and close to 24 actors coming together to create a lively and unpredictable evening of theater.
Rick Garman of Savannah Cabaret and Jayme Tinti of Savannah Stage Company are the latest additions to the 24 Hour Plays lineup. Garman, who has written or produced more than two dozen movies for the Hallmark Channel and other networks, will flex his writing muscles by penning a brand new 10-minute play, while Tinti will take the director's helm for one of the original productions. They join a talented ensemble of more than 40 artists who will collaborate to bring six new plays to life in just 24 hours.
The organizers are excited to once again provide a platform for Savannah's creative community to push the boundaries of what's possible in just 24 hours.
“People can certainly come out and enjoy the experience as an audience member even if they are not a participant. We're going to engage with the audience as much as we can because it is a crazy bit of theater and you never know what's going to happen,” said Bass. All tickets are $12 for a single ticket but people have the option to donate a $12 rush ticket for students. All profits going to Savannah Children's Theatre. Tickets are available HERE.
Enjoy ‘Grease’ the musical live at the Savannah Theatre July 18 - Aug. 3
The musical-turned-movie that brings us back to the days of loud cars, big hair, and summer lovin’ is coming to the stage at the Historic Savannah Theatre. The whole cast of "Grease,” including our beloved high school summer lovebirds, Danny and Sandy, will rock the stage with their classic songs that are still favorites today. If you love the movie, you will be sure to love Savannah’s revival of this incredible show. Featuring the Savannah Theatre’s award-winning cast and band. Get tickets here.
Front Porch Improv - Fun House Comedy with High School-ish Musical Aug. 2
Get ready to relive the best (and worst) years of your life with an adolescent twist. "High School-ish Musical" is a one-of-a-kind, fully improvised musical comedy that takes you back to the chaotic halls of high school. Each night, our talented cast creates a brand new, never-before-seen musical based on your suggestions, filled with teenage drama, awkward romances, over-the-top characters, and show-stopping musical numbers made up on the spot. Friday, Aug. 2 at 8:30 p.m. Tickets start at $7; tickets and more info HERE.
Tickets are on sale for Savannah Cabaret's ‘Murder by Horror’
Enjoy a murder mystery while jamming out to some of the best hits of the 1980s. More than 40 classic hits all sung live in a comedic murder mystery tribute to 1980s horror movies. The audience votes on who the killer is, who survives, and how everyone else "dies" and the cabaret changes the show based on the audience's choices. Tickets are going fast so get yours today HERE.
