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The Augusta Players have introduced a new ticket initiative called ’30 Under 30′ aimed at engaging younger audiences. Individuals aged 18-30 can purchase tickets for Saturday night shows at a reduced price of $30. This initiative coincides with the theater’s move into a new permanent facility, marking an important milestone for the organization. The new venue promises enhanced rehearsal spaces and opportunities for community engagement, ultimately enriching the cultural scene in Augusta.
Augusta – The Augusta Players, a prominent community theater organization, has announced a new ticket special called “30 Under 30,” allowing individuals aged 18 to 30 to purchase tickets for any open seat at Saturday night main stage shows for just $30. This initiative aims to foster engagement among younger audiences and make the performing arts more accessible to the community. The special is exclusively available for the 7:30 PM Saturday performances, which promise to offer an exciting range of productions.
Upcoming shows include perennial favorites such as “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” “Legally Blonde,” and “Once Upon a Mattress.” With this initiative, the Augusta Players hope to attract a new generation of theatergoers and create a vibrant atmosphere during weekend performances.
In addition to the ticket promotion, the Augusta Players have recently celebrated a significant milestone by acquiring a new permanent facility following 80 years of operating in rented spaces. The quest for a suitable permanent home has spanned five years, culminating in a move to the newly renovated building during Masters week after a comprehensive ten-month renovation process.
The new venue includes well-designed rehearsal rooms complete with a floating dance floor, enhancing the comfort and effectiveness of performers as they prepare for shows. Additionally, the facility features dedicated storage areas for sets and props, office space, and a boardroom for meetings and planning. To honor the memory of esteemed former members, two rehearsal rooms are named after Richard Justice and Debi Ballas, reflecting the organization’s appreciation for its history and contributions from past supporters.
According to officials from the Augusta Players, the new space not only provides the necessary resources for rehearsal and storage but also opens the door to numerous opportunities for future performances, workshops, and community engagement activities.
Roy Lewis, a long-time member of the Augusta Players, noted that having a permanent space is a vital step towards achieving stability and growth for the community’s theater program. This new building is expected to facilitate an environment where the arts can flourish and where local talent can grow.
To commemorate this new chapter in their history, the Augusta Players will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 9th at 4 PM. This event is anticipated to draw community members and supporters who are eager to celebrate the organization’s commitment to the arts and its hopes for an exciting future in the new location.
The combination of the “30 Under 30” ticket special and the move into a permanent home represents a renewed promise from the Augusta Players to enrich the cultural landscape of the city, ensuring that theater remains an integral part of the community for years to come.
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- WRDW: Augusta Players 30 Under 30 Special
- Wikipedia: Theater
- Augusta Chronicle: Arts in the Heart of Augusta
- Google Search: Augusta Players
- WJBF: Augusta Players Move to New Home
- Google Scholar: Performing Arts
- WJBF: Augusta Jr. Players Present Percy Jackson
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Theater
- The Augusta Press: Calendar of Events
- Google News: Augusta Theater
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