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Savannah Ballet Theatre’s Nutcracker is a love letter to the Hostess City
If Halloween is incomplete without watching “Nightmare Before Christmas,” Thanksgiving a bust if you miss The Macy’s Parade, then what would the Christmas holiday season be without the familiar sights and sounds of “The Nutcracker?” In recent years, the COVID-19 pandemic has prevented or curbed many seasonal traditions, but The Savannah Ballet Theatre (SBT) is…
City of Savannah: Community feedback needed to repurpose Water Works building
The City of Savannah is seeking community feedback about repurposing the historic Water Works building on the city’s westside. Residents can participate in an online survey or phone interview to share their thoughts through Dec. 17. The Water Works building, located on the northwest corner of Gwinnett Street and Stiles Avenue, is a historic structure…
Savannah Music Festival announces Gene Dobbs Bradford as incoming Executive Director
Following a six-month international search, the Savannah Music Festival (SMF) Board of Directors announces the hire of seasoned arts executive Gene Dobbs Bradford as incoming Executive Director. Bradford leaves his longtime position of President & CEO of Jazz St. Louis for this role, and will begin full time in February of 2022, attending pre-season special…
Comedian Sharon Simon uses humor to heal
A self-proclaimed jack-of-all-trades with clean comedy, New York City stand-up comedian Sharon Simon got her start in the comedic world as a young girl when she auditioned and made it on to a skit on “Saturday Night Live” in the 1980s. “I absolutely loved it,” Simon said. “I was the kind of kid who would…
INTRODUCTIONS: Meet Roz Morris
It was just a couple of years ago that Roz Morris began reacclimating herself within her hometown of Savannah. The New York City-cultivated artist had spent the previous more-than-a-dozen years in the big city before relocating and settling into her design studio, located in the heart of Savannah’s Downtown Design District. She uses the space…
SANTA’S NAUGHTY LIST: Holiday frauds and scams to avoid
This holiday season, many people will forego the shopping malls and outlets stores to pick out gifts from their favorite online sites in the convenience of their home. However, this time of year, some extra attention should be paid to protect yourself and loved ones from becoming a victim of a scam or fraud. Locally,…
Legendary rock band CHICAGO plays Johnny Mercer Theatre
When the great COVID-19 lockdown slammed the brakes on the entire live music industry, like every other touring act, Chicago and its members were forced to head back to their individual homes and wait out the pandemic storm. For founding member Robert Lamm, this meant beelining to Southern California with Joy Kopko, his wife of…
PETS OF THE WEEK: Coastal Pet Rescue
Each week, we will highlight pets available for adoption from local rescue organizations. In December, we are featuring Coastal Pet Rescue. SAM AGE: 1.5 Years COLORS: Black WEIGHT: Large (50 to 75lbs) If you’re looking for an active dog with a lot of personality, then Sam could be the dog for you. This guy has…
Closing for the season? Temporary restaurant closings in the area
Savannah has never really much into the ‘seasonal closings’ thing. Sure, maybe some spots out on Tybee Island have dramatically cut back their hours once the temperature dips, but typically you can always find spot to eat. Even if it was only on the weekends. Times, as we know all too well, are different right…
Savannah Sweet Tease and Bay Street Cabaret join forces for ‘Bawdy Broadway’
Enjoy both the Savannah Sweet Tease and Bay Street Cabaret? Get ready because they are teaming up for a collaboration show featuring local burlesque performers and cabaret singers in a unique show called Bawdy Broadway. The show will open Thurs., Dec. 9 with a cocktail hour at 8 p.m. featuring specialty themed drinks and the…
BUY ART! BUY LOCAL!
I write this bi-weekly art column because I’m passionate about art and supporting local artists. This holiday season I want you to be passionate too! I’ve compiled a list of local galleries and encourage you to plan a fun afternoon (or two) making the rounds. Instead of searching on Amazon or clicking on a pop-up…
WIN: DECORATE THE TREE CONTEST
Our tree is looking a little bare! Use your crayons, markers, construction paper, glue, glitter, or craft supplies! Decorate the tree so it’s fit for the Christmas Festival! You may even win a gift card to a local merchant and your photo in Connect Savannah! Ages 5-18. Click the Blank Tree image below. Print it…
