SAVOY THEATRE SAFELY OPENING FOR CHRISTMAS

Offering Two Main Stage Shows with a Live Streaming Option

CAPE BRETON — The Savoy Theatre is making plans for a safe, socially-distanced opening of their main stage area this December, with a mini Christmas series aimed to please just about every taste. Two shows, featuring popular Cape Breton performers will make up the series, and will be offered both live from the Savoy stage as well as live online via a purchased link.

THE SHOWS

DEC. 11, 12, 13, 2020 – Featuring one of the most beloved musical families on the seasonal circuit, Christmas with the Barra MacNeils is first in the series. Audience members will be treated to some traditional seasonal fare along with classic favourites, stories and dancing, all stamped with the Barra’s lush harmonies and intricate instrumental stylings. The Barra’s show has been touring nationally, as well as in the U.S, for years, to sold-out houses. Join us at the Savoy Theatre, Dec. 11 @ 8pm, Dec.12 @ 8pm, Dec 13 @ 1pm, 2020, or live stream Dec 12.

DEC. 18, 19, 20, 2020 – The Cape Breton Christmas Hour, a Two Hour Show.  Music and comedy with Cape Breton’s Bette MacDonald, Maynard Morrison, Jenn Sheppard & Stephen Muise, with Rachel Davis and Darren McMullen of the award-winning band Coig. Laugh til it hurts, sing at the top of your lungs and forget about the real world for awhile. Join a six-pack of island characters for a much-needed dose of Christmas joy, Cape Breton style, Savoy Theatre Dec. 18 @ 8pm, Dec. 19 @ 8pm and Dec. 20 @ 1pm, with a live streaming option Dec. 19.

Executive Director Pam Leader says the announcement has brought a sense of excitement and normalcy to the historic building, after months of closure, cancellations and rescheduling. “We are cautiously optimistic in our efforts to put a show on the main stage again, to put people back to work again, to just be talking about and planning for the future,” says Leader. “We’ve designed the shows to have socially-distant seating, and we encourage everyone to book with their bubbles. The balcony will be also be available for bubbles of 10 plus, which is perfect for bubbled work-place gatherings.” Savoy staff will be implementing all other safety precautions surrounding the pandemic and will completely sanitize the building between shows. “We’ll be monitoring the situation daily, taking every precaution, so that those who do attend can enjoy themselves without worry,” she said.

SAVOY MAIN STAGE AND LIVE STREAMING

A limited amount of live performance tickets will be sold (150-160/show) to ensure proper spacing of all those attending live, but as an added bonus, the shows will also be available to purchase as a live streamed online event, for those who can’t attend in person. “We’re working with Nova Stream to be able to offer a professional, multiple camera shoot, online link for both shows, “ says Leader.  “With us having to sell limited tickets and with so many people not able to visit home this Christmas, we knew we had to try to make it an option.” The live streaming link can be purchased for $25, The link to buy online will be posted Wednesday Nov 18 on the Savoy Theatre’s Facebook page.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Savoy Christmas Series offers 2 shows LIVE & LIVE STREAMED

SHOW ONE: Christmas with the Barra MacNeils

Dec. 11 @ 8pm, Dec. 12 @ 8pm, Dec. 13 @ 1pm (Live Stream Dec. 12)

SHOW TWO: The Cape Breton Christmas Hour, a Two Hour Show 

Dec. 18 @ 8pm, Dec. 19 @ 8pm, Dec. 20 @ 1pm (Live Stream Dec. 19)

TICKET PRICE:  LIVE @ Savoy - $59.95 (Fees and Taxes included)

To purchase tickets for main stage, book by phone only 902.842.1577

TICKET PRICE: Live stream online - $25 (available to watch for 24 hours)

To purchase tickets for live stream: live link will be posted on our FB page.

In-house: Socially distant seating in effect. Face masks required.

TICKETS ON SALE Monday, November 16 @ 9am.

For more information:

Contact Savoy Theatre Administration: 902-842-1599

Contact Savoy Box Office: 902-842-1577 [email protected]

Show details on our website savoytheatre.com