The Spot is your all-access pass to all things art, culture, and the latest news at the Springer Opera House. In this episode, host Dureyea Collier, interviews actor, Keith McCoy about his role in the Springer's latest production, Cotton Patch Gospel. Cotton Patch Gospel is part of the Springer Outdoor Theatre Festival and is on stage from March 24 through April 3, 2021. For more information, visit springeroperahouse.org.
Read MoreThe Springer Opera House’s production of Cotton Patch Gospel is an Off-Broadway hit musical with local roots.
Here's the latest edition of The Spot, your all-access pass to all things arts, culture, and of course, the latest happenings at the Springer Opera House. With Springer's production of Singin' in the Rain opening next week, host Dureyea Collier reached out to the show's director/choreographer, Shane Hall. For more information on Singin' in the Rain and other upcoming Springer productions, make sure to visit springeroperahouse.org or call us at 706-327-3688. #foreverspringer
Read MoreThe Spot is your all-access pass to all things art, culture, and the latest news at the Springer Opera House. In this episode, producing artistic director, Paul Pierce, discusses the Springer Outdoor Theatre Festival. The festival takes place in a new outdoor venue on-site at the Springer Opera House in downtown Columbus, Georgia. For more information, visit springeroperahouse.org.
Read MoreThe Spot is your all-access pass to all things art, culture, and the latest news at the Springer Opera House. In this episode, host Dureyea Collier speaks with writer, producer, and Springer board member, Ty Manns. Mann’s latest movie, Redeemed, is currently airing on the BET Network. For more information on Redeemed, visit www.bet.plus.
Read MoreThe show WILL go on… Outside on the new Springer Theatre Festival Stage
Read MoreOur special Holiday Edition of The Spot features an interview with the cast and directors of Winter Wonderettes, the first Springer production ever to live stream!
Also, in this episode, host Dureyea Collier chats with professional actors who have learned to use their talents and creativity to make extra money between acting gigs.
Read MoreHosted by Dureyea Collier, The Spot puts the spotlight on the Springer Opera House, State Theatre of Georgia, as well as arts in culture in Georgia and beyond. This episode was so full of fascinating content that we split it into three parts! Join us now for part one as we take a deep dive into the life and music of Gertrude “Ma” Rainey. Born in Columbus, Georgia, "Ma" Rainey was one of the earliest African-American professional blues singers and one of the first generation of blues singers to record. The "Mother of the Blues" bridged earlier vaudeville and the authentic expression of southern blues, influencing a generation of blues singers. “Ma” Rainey made her singing debut at age 14 on the Springer Opera House stage.
Stay tuned for Part 3 of 3 for more on the legendary “Ma” Rainey.
For more information on the Springer Opera House, visit springeroperahouse.org. Have an idea for an episode? Send your ideas and suggestions to social@springeroperahouse.org #foreverspringer
Read MoreThe Springer Opera House’s holiday musical revue, Winter Wonderettes, will not open this Thursday, as scheduled, due to the spike in COVID-19 transmission rates and daily cases.
However, the theatre will offer a live streaming option for theatre audiences who have purchased tickets. Those streamed performances will be on December 18, 19, and 20. Patrons will be sent a link via email to access those performances.
In addition, the Springer’s January production of Breakfast at Tiffany’s slated for January 21 - 31, 2020, will be cancelled, as well.
Hosted by Dureyea Collier, The Spot puts the spotlight on the Springer Opera House, State Theatre of Georgia, as well as arts in culture in Georgia and beyond. This episode was so full of fascinating content that we split it into three parts! Join us now for part one as we take a deep dive into the life and music of Gertrude “Ma” Rainey. Born in Columbus, Georgia, "Ma" Rainey was one of the earliest African-American professional blues singers and one of the first generation of blues singers to record. The "Mother of the Blues" bridged earlier vaudeville and the authentic expression of southern blues, influencing a generation of blues singers. “Ma” Rainey made her singing debut at age 14 on the Springer Opera House stage.
Stay tuned for Part 2 & 3 for more on the legendary “Ma” Rainey.
Read MoreBlack Friday through Cyber Monday SAVE on tickets to the Springer!
Read MoreSpringer Opera House Joins the Global GivingTuesday Movement to Raise $10,000 on December 1st
Read MoreIn this episode of The Spot, host Dureyea Collier interviews Springer Opera House Director of Education, Sally Baker. They discuss the upcoming Springer Theatre for the Very Young production of Deep Blue Sea opening November 7 - 15, 2020. For more information, visit springeroperahouse.org.
Read MoreHosted by Dureyea Collier, The Spot puts the spotlight on the Springer Opera House, State Theatre of Georgia, as well as arts in culture in Georgia and beyond. In Episode 1, we look at the Springer Opera House's 20/21 season opener Evil Dead the Musical, the first show produced since the Covid-19 pandemic shut down the theatre's doors in March, and speak with show director, Matthew Swindell. For more information on the Springer Opera House, visit springeroperahouse.org. Have an idea for an episode? Send your ideas and suggestions to social@springeroperahouse.org #foreverspringer
Read MoreAndy Harvey (Ash) and Courtney Locke (Annie) star in the Springer Opera House’s production of Evil Dead the Musical opening October 15 - 25, 2020 in a new outdoor venue at the Springer.
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