Savannah Repertory Theatre is proud to announce the inaugural Savannah

Musical Theatre Festival, running September 5–7, 2025. This new annual event will spotlight

the next generation of storytellers and the creation of original musical works, featuring

performances, staged readings, and a surprise musical theatre improv show.

“The festival represents our mission to create space for the next generation of storytellers and

new works,

” said Natasha Drena, Producing Artistic Director of Savannah Rep.

“It’s about

connecting audiences with artists in the process of creation, and showing how new musicals

find their voice.

”

The festival will feature artists from Savannah and beyond, with events taking place at the Ben

Tucker Theatre at the Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center. Audiences can expect an intimate

look at the creative process alongside fully staged performances, giving them the rare

opportunity to see the next big musical before it reaches larger stages.

Festival Highlights:

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New Musical Staged Readings – Spotlighting fresh voices and original scores.

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Local and Visiting Performers – Celebrating Savannah’s rich performing arts scene.

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Surprise Musical Theatre Improv – A one-night-only event where the audience helps

create the show.

Tickets and full festival details will be available at www.savannahrep.org/smtf.