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The Savannah VOICE Festival is set to celebrate its 13th season from August 7 to August 17 under the theme ‘Once Upon a Time.’ This year’s festival includes family-friendly shows, traditional opera, and special events to engage the local community. With a diverse lineup, highlighted performances like ‘My Simple Wish’ and ‘Cinderella’s Royal Feast’ reflect the festival’s commitment to nurturing young talent and supporting community outreach initiatives.
Savannah is set to celebrate the 13th season of the Savannah VOICE Festival from August 7 to August 17, 2025, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing commitment to the performing arts. Under the theme “Once Upon a Time,” this year’s festival promises a host of new family-friendly shows alongside traditional opera productions, concerts, and special events.
The festival’s Executive Director, Evelina Erikson, has emphasized the organization’s mission to engage the local community and foster young talent. This year also coincides with the 25th anniversary of the VOICE program, an initiative aimed at nurturing aspiring singers.
This year’s lineup includes a diverse array of performances that showcase music from opera, musical theater, and popular songs. Highlighted events include “My Simple Wish,” scheduled for August 9, featuring family-favorite Disney songs; “Cinderella’s Royal Feast: A World Premiere” on August 14, which serves as a sequel to Rossini’s “La Cenerentola”; and “Once Upon a Time: Fairy Tales Come Alive” on August 15.
A notable event during the festival will be held on August 16 at Asbury Memorial Church, honoring renowned musician Sherrill Milnes with a focused performance on Verdi’s masterpiece “Rigoletto.” The festival aims to support community outreach efforts while partnering with local non-profits such as The Davenport House Museum and The Green-Meldrim House.
In addition to its scheduled performances, the Savannah VOICE Festival provides opportunities for community engagement with free events designed to raise arts awareness in the Savannah area. Local partnerships play a crucial role in these initiatives, allowing residents to partake in the vibrant cultural offerings without financial barriers.
The festival, a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in Georgia, receives partial funding from the Georgia Council for the Arts (GCA), which aids in the realization of its ambitious programming and outreach efforts.
Ticket pricing for the events begins at $42.50 for standard seating, making it accessible for various audiences. For those interested in more exclusive experiences, scholarship tickets for the March concert featuring “ALMO & Julio Resende – Portuguese Music Reimagined” are available at $150, while other tickets are priced starting at $37.50.
The Savannah VOICE Festival was founded in 2013 with the primary goal of fostering the growth of young talent in the performing arts. Over the years, it has established a reputation for its commitment to innovation and collaboration, creating an environment where artists can thrive while enriching the local culture.
As the festival approaches, excitement is building within the community, and attendees can look forward to a lineup that blends classic operatic traditions with contemporary and family-friendly themes. With its dedication to the arts and community engagement, the Savannah VOICE Festival continues to be a driving force in the cultural landscape of Savannah.
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- WTOC: Savannah VOICE Festival Hosting Ten-Day Long Celebration
- Wikipedia: Savannah
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- Savannah Tribune: Savannah VOICE Festival Returns With Opera, Musical Theater, and Song
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Opera
- OperaWire: Savannah VOICE Festival to Present ALMO & Julio Resende – Portuguese Music Reimagined
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