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SAVANNAH VOICE FESTIVAL PREMIERED THE ELEANORS
On Jan. 3, the Savannah VOICE Festival premiered their newest original opera, “The Eleanors.” The story centers around three indomitable ladies holding down the home front during World War II with humor, heart, the support of good friends … and a nightly scoop of Leopolds ice cream. This swing and American Songbook-infused operatic score was written by composer-in-residence Jodi Goble and a libretto co-written by Savannah VOICE Festival’s interim Artistic Director Michael Ching.
CHRIST CHURCH EPISCOPAL HOSTED ITS "HAIL, GLADDENING LIGHT" CONCERT
Christ Church Episcopal hosted its “Hail, Gladdening Light” concert on Jan. 10. This free event was open to everyone in the community and offered a chance to pause, reflect and reset to start the new year with purpose. This immersive concert weaved together live music, the warm glow of candlelight, and stunning visual projects to create a serene and reflective atmosphere.
TELFAIR MUSEUMS HOSTED ITS PULSE FESTIVAL
Telfair’s 2025 PULSE Festival included several recent artist projects that have emerged on the local scene to address our relationship with technology, from artists using AI tools to those finding new inspiration in earlier tech from animated GIFs to LEDs. Works included Will Penny’s Small Talk which crosses a kitsch electronic toy with AI that encourages visitors to interact.
The group project, Posthumanism, presented a cyberpunk aesthetic of tubes, wires, and screens, and incorporated the viewer’s image into AI-generated texts. Katie Hagen’s Glow is an LED sculpture that referenced weaving, while Bryce Winters’ A Lossy Existence featured a series of GIFs which pose questions about human experience.
THE LFPR TEAM CELEBRATED ALLIE'S BABY SHOWER
We celebrated a special (and tiny) addition to the LFPR team! 🍼🩵🧸 We couldn’t be more excited for Allie and this wonderful new chapter ahead. Congratulations to our favorite mom-to-be!
GEORGIA TECH SAVANNAH HELD INAUGURAL LEGO LEAGUE SUPER REGIONAL ROBOTICS COMPETITION
The First Lego League Super Regional competition was held at Georgia Tech Savannah on Jan. 18. Students showcased what they have learned and invented and competed with their robots. Winners will go on to the finals, which will be held on the Georgia Tech campus in Atlanta.
LFPR WELCOMED NEW DIGITAL MARKETING INTERN!
Lesley Francis Public Relations (LFPR) has announced the appointment of their new Digital Marketing Intern, Grace Sasser. At LFPR, this position supports team members through social media management, liaising with clients, assisting with email marketing campaigns, content creation, graphic design, general research, and contributing to various digital marketing initiatives. Welcome, Grace!
LFPR WELCOMED NEW MARKETING INTERN!
Brittany joined LFPR this January as Marketing Intern, supporting team members through copywriting media releases, assisting with calendar listings, graphic design, media coverage tracking, general research, and event management assistance. Welcome, Brittany!
What's Happening This Month?
TELFAIR OPENS NEW "VENICE AND THE OTTOMAN EMPIRE" EXHIBIT – JANUARY 31-MAY 4
Telfair Museums newest exhibition, Venice and The Ottoman Empire, opens on Jan. 31 and will be on display until May 4. Venice and the Ottoman Empire brings more than 100 artworks from Venice’s largest and oldest museums to Telfair for a rare glimpse into this intriguing center of exchange. It features paintings, costume, textiles, leatherwork, metalwork, and ceramics from the 15th through 18th centuries that are not often exhibited outside of Italy, including works recovered from a shipwreck. Visitors also will learn about how these historical designs inspired 20th-century textile and fashion designer Mariano Fortuny y Madrazo to create the luminous fabrics that are still manufactured in Venice and prized by connoisseurs today.
GEORGIA TECH SAVANNAH PRESENTS 2024-25 SATURDAY STEAMLABS FOR K12 STUDENTS – FEBRUARY 1
The Saturday STEAMlabs offer an opportunity for students who are interested in exploring more about science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM). Each session aims to develop a student’s curiosity and enthusiasm for these areas. By participating in experiments, hands on learning, projects, and more, students experience how learning and fun go together as they undertake problem-solving, challenges, and cooperative activities.
SAVANNAH AFRICAN ART MUSEUM ANNOUNCED NEW ROTATING EXHIBIT AND PARTICIPATION IN THE 36TH ANNUAL SAVANNAH BLACK HERITAGE FESTIVAL— FEBRUARY 1
The Savannah African Art Museum has unveiled a new art exhibit, “Renegotiated Self: Secret Societies of West and Central Africa,” on Saturday, Feb. 1 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the Savannah Black Heritage Festival (SBHF). The museum will also be participating in the SBHF by hosting three additional events, the annual “Tracing Your Roots Workshop” from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb.15, A Book Launch & Excerpt readings of “From Then Until Now; Short Memoirs of Eight Male African American Savannahians”, Wed. Feb. 12, 6pm -7:30pm and “Storytelling Time” from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22.
ONSTAGE SAVANNAH AND SAVANNAH PERFORMANCE ALLIANCE TO HOST PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL – FEBRUARY 10-22
Feb. 10 – Feb. 22, 2025 will bring the thrill of performance to vibrant life with the Savannah Performing Arts Festival at Savannah Cultural Arts Center’s Ben Tucker Theater.
This dynamic multi-week event will offer public performances, workshops, concerts, a gala celebrating and featuring our local performance groups and the community at large, and a fully-staged production of the Tony Award-wining musical.
PORT WENTWORTH TO HOST BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION – FEBRUARY 22
The City of Port Wentworth is hosting a Black History Month Program on Saturday, Feb. 22 at Rice Creek School from 11 am – 2 pm. This event will recognize the incredible contributions of African Americans in the workforce, from the past to the present, and reflect on their ongoing impact in shaping our nation’s labor history. Highlights include school band performances, poetry readings, and a panel discussion local leaders and scholars who will discuss the history and ongoing importance of African Americans in the workforce.
Looking Forward:
SAVANNAH VOICE FESTIVAL SALON SERIES "MEDITERRANEAN VOYAGES" – MARCH 13
The Savannah VOICE Festival continues its partnership with Green Meldrim House to host the third installment of their Salon Series, “Mediterranean Voyages.”
COASTAL HERITAGE SOCIETY TO HOST ART & OYSTERS EVENT – MARCH 27
Join Coastal Heritage Society at Art and Oysters and spend an unforgettable evening on Mar. 27 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Pin Point Heritage Museum, located at 9924 Pin Point Avenue in Savannah by the stunning beauty of the Moon River. This one-of-a-kind event brings together some of the region’s most beloved artists, offering delicious local cuisine, all while supporting Coastal Heritage Society’s museums and mission to provide educational experiences. There will be a silent art auction showcasing 10-15 talented artists, each weaving their own story of life on the coast and the deep-rooted traditions of the Lowcountry.
ASBURY MEMORIAL THEATER TO PRESENT "STORY OF MY LIFE" – MARCH 28-30
Asbury Memorial Theatre is excited to announce performances of “The Story of My Life,” scheduled for 7 p.m. on Friday, Mar. 28 and Saturday, Mar. 29 along with a matinee at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Mar. 30. Each show is performed at Asbury Memorial Church, located at 1008 E. Henry Street in Savannah. “The Story of My Life” is a musical, based on the book by Brian Hill, featuring music and lyrics by Neil Bartram. The cast for the one act show consists of two local actors, Ray Ellis and Mark Rand. Kristen Kelso is directing, with music direction by Keena Charbonneau. The lead actors have both received a diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease and all proceeds from the performances directly benefit Hospice Savannah, Inc. and The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. General admission is $20. Admission for students, seniors, and military is $15. 100% of “The Story of My Life” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International.
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