Averitt Center for the Arts

12/22/2024

NEW main gallery art exhibition coming on January 9th!

Dearly Beloved features new work by Antonia B. Larkin, an interdisciplinary artist based in Savannah, GA. Rooted in the awareness of life and the act of commemoration, this exhibition delves into the interconnectedness of time, tragedy, and renewal. Using elemental materials such as dirt, and water alongside video and sound, Larkin seeks to create immersive works that explore the fragility and resilience of existence.

Join us in the gallery for the opening and reception at 5:30 pm and Antonia's artist talk at 6:00 pm. Admittance is free and refreshments will be provided.

Image: Still from Larkin's video titled, "30/90".

12/19/2024

Coming to the theater near you, on January 4th. Freedom Through Rock! An epic fundraiser concert to support the local recovery community through Freedom Through Recovery: Susan Ford Recovery Community Organization.

Featuring “Ella Speed”, an epic southern rock jam band comprised of skilled Statesboro natives who light up the stage with their powerful performances and masterful tunes.

Tickets are $25 apiece. As a recovery-friendly event, no alcohol will be served. To buy tickets, or for more information, please visit: www.averittcenterforthearts.org or call 912.212.2787.

*Photos from last year's fundraiser concert event.

12/19/2024

Hey! I've seen that guy somewhere before! ...but uh, where was it again? 🤣😂

Jon Reep has had an explosive career in comedy since he first started performing. Aside from his knee-slapping live performances in clubs and theaters, he's also been in a number of TV specials and movies! Some of his credits include being the 5th season winner of "The Last Comic Standing" (NBC), a guest in Brad Paisley's Netflix special, "Comedy Rodeo", his own Amazon Prime special, "Ginger Beard Man", and the 2014 feature film, "Into the Storm".

We're honored to be a part of his latest comedy tour, and we hope you'll join us on January 11th to be a part of it too. Tickets to see his live performance are available online through our website. Just click on the link in our bio.

See you soon!

12/18/2024

Ya Like Jazz? How about Nancy Wilson?
You do!?
Amazing!!! 🤩
Come to this event in January. The Jazz Legacy Project presents: the music of Nancy Wilson. This event will have professional performances from Jazz vocalist Karla Harris, Justin Varnes, John Sandfort, Kevin Smith, and Nick Rosen. Throughout the evening they'll perform some of Nancy's greatest songs and share touching stories about Nancy and her long music career.

🎟 Tickets are available now online through our website!
If you need any help with tickets, we'll be back in the box office on January 2nd, ready to rock and answer questions.

12/16/2024

So ready for the holiday break, we're posting the same flyer that's on our front doors 😆
Peace! ✌

12/16/2024

😄

The Blue Mile

12/13/2024

Whatcha up to? 👀
Got your tickets for Jon Reep's comedy event yet?
He's coming in January ya know, ok, later tater. 😂

*Screenshot from Country-ish with Jon Reep video, "When your family is full of boneheads" on Youtube.

12/13/2024

https://youtu.be/OKjQQjCKsQc?si=dmnipj58Dr2vwZLB
Jon Reep keeps it real about his and frankly a lot of our beloved uncles. 😆

See him perform live here at the Emma Kelly Theater on January 11th, 2025. Tickets are on sale now through our website, profile page, and over the phone.

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12/13/2024

The good man himself, Chris Mitchell delivered this beautiful, giant sign to us yesterday for the outside of our theater. That was so kind!

Make sure you have tickets to come see him (& other local talents) perform on the Emma Kelly Theater stage tomorrow! The show starts at 7:30pm and the doors open at 7pm. We’re looking forward to seeing you all!

Tickets can be purchased online or over the phone. Just visit our website or call us at 912-212-2787.

12/13/2024

Short compilation of images from our most recent Statesboro Chamber Orchestra concert, in a choppy stop-motion way.

Conductor: Darrell Brown
Photos: Syrin Johnson
Enjoy!

12/12/2024

12/12/2024

It's been so long since I posted more photos from our latest dance performance, Grace. Luckily, the wait is over bc I'm uploading the whole album to our page today! While Facebook loads all these photos, please enjoy these 3 photos.
Thank you all so much for your patience over these last few very busy weeks. 🥰

Original photos: Syrin Johnson
Edits: Abby DeRubbo

12/12/2024

It’s so spiffy & festive in here! See you tonight at the orchestra concert!🎶 🎄

12/12/2024

We're thinking beyond Christmas today since we got a special video message from Justin Varnes, a member of the Jazz Legacy Project, skilled drummer, and Jazz music expert. 😎

Tickets are on sale now for the Jazz Legacy Project: Music of Nancy Wilson event with guest performer, Karla Harris.