December Events in Beaufort, Savannah, Hilton Head and beyond
Dec. 1-20 “A CHRISTMAS TRADITION” Bring your family and friends for their holiday treat! Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St. Tues.-Sat., 8 p.m. Sat., Sun. 3 p.m. 912-233- 7764. $35. (group $29.50, coupon 32., limited coupons: $35/17.50)
Dec. 2-27 “MY FAIR LADY” This exciting production at the H.H. Arts Center will surpass all performances you’ve seen elsewhere! 2 p.m., 8 p.m. 842-2787 $49 – 53.
Dec. 2 – Jan. 2 DUTCH UTOPIA: AMERICAN ARTISTS IN HOLLAND, 1880-1914. An internationally touring exhibition of seventy paintings inspired by Holland’s picturesque countryside. Jepson Museum of Art, Telfair Square, Savannah 912-790-8800 10–5 p.m., Sun. 12–5 p.m., closed Tues. Members Free, Seniors $14, Students $5.
Dec. 3 “PINK PARTINI” 5:30-7:30 at the Aqua Grille and Lounge, 10 N. Forest Beach Dr., H.H. Free appetizers, dancing, special drinks, door prizes. 842-7465 FREE
Dec 3-20 “A MAIN STREET CHRISTMAS” A variety of festive, magical performances to usher in the holiday season! Thurs-Sat. 7 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. Main Street Theatre, H.H. 689-6246 $20 (group $15, Kids $12.)
Dec. 3-20 “SIX DANCE LESSONS IN SIX WEEKS” An aging widow and aerobic instructor share more than dance steps. (Don’t miss the sixth lesson!) 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. 342-2057 S.C. Repertory Co., Beach City Rd, H.H. $24, 26, 28.
Dec. 5 BLUFFTON’ S INFAMOUS CHRISTMAS PARADE! 11 a.m. Calhoun St. 12-4 p.m. Post-Parade Party on the Promenade. FREE
Dec. 5 “ONA TUTU: HEALING OF THE NATION” Combines music, dance, imagery, text, voice for an experience of African art and thought in action. 8 p.m. Black Box Theatre, 9 W. Henry St., Sav 912-651-6783 FREE
Dec. 6 THE 25TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TOUR OF HOMES. Noon –5 p.m. Visit six homes in Bluffton’s Berkeley Hall, includes refreshments at the clubhouse and concert by H.H. Choral Society Youth Choir. 341-3818 $25 (30 at door)
Dec. 6, 7 “HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS” With a rousing welcome by the H.H. Symphony Orchestra & Chorus. Soloists, Laura Sutton Floyd, Soprano, William Denton, Trumpet, and Micah McLauren, 2009 HHYO Piano Concerto Winner. 8 p.m. First Presbyterian, H.H. 842-2055 $20, 30, 40.
Dec. 7 “CHRISTMAS WITH KATHLEEN BATTLE”, a worldrenowned soprano, singing works from Handel, Bach, Tchaikovsky, Mozart. Gaillard Auditorium, Calhoun St., Charleston. 8 p.m. 843-571-7755 Balcony $25 – 75.
Dec. 11 “THE SOUNDS OF CHRISTMAS” presented by the H.H. Choral Society Full Chorus, soloists and orchestra with Vivaldi’s “Gloria,” John Rutter’s works, and a rousing sing-a-long! 8 p.m. First Presbyterian, 540 William Hilton Pkwy. 341-3818 $20.
Dec. 12 “A CHRISTMAS STATE OF MIND” - a tour of five historic Bluffton homes, 1840-1905, and one 2009 surprise! A benefit for the Bluffton Historic Preservation Society. 12:30 – 5:30. $30. includes refreshments and entertainment. (Free for 1⁄2 day volunteers, 12:30 – 3 or 3 – 5:30) 757-6293
Dec. 12 “VIVA LAS VEGAS SHOWCASE!” presented by the Fred Astaire Dance Studio. 7 p.m. at H.H. Middle School, 55 Wilburn Rd. 681-6168 $20.
Dec. 12 “YEMASSEE TOWN AND COUNTRY HOLIDAY HOME TOUR” 2 plantations, 3 churches, 4 homes ($25. advance) optional lunch at Richfield Plantation ($5.) Hosted by the Revitalization Corporation. 10-4 p.m. 843-589-4100
Dec. 14 “THE NUTCRACKER” performed by the Columbia City Ballet! 7 p.m., USC Beaufort Performing Arts, 801 Carteret St., Beaufort. 521-4145 $30, 35, 40.
Dec. 17, 20 “HOLIDAY TREATS” with Nutcracker and Pop selections by the Beaufort Orchestra.org Thurs. 8 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. at USCBeaufort Performing Arts, 801 Carteret St. 877-548-3237 $30.
Dec. 18 “CAROLS IN THE CATHEDRAL” – holiday favorites that will have you singing along with the Savannah Philharmonic Chorus and Orchestra in the beautiful Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, 222 E. Harris St., Sav. 8 p.m 912-525-5050 $30-100.
Dec. 19 THE METROPOLITAN OPERA – LIVE! “LES CONTES d’HOFFMANN” conducted by James Levine 1:00 – 5:00 (Encore performance Jan. 6, 6:30–10:30) Regal Savannah Stadium 10, 1132 Shawnee St. 912-961-1535. Tickets: metopera.org ($22) or at cinema ($20)
Dec. 22. 23 “DYLAN THOMAS CHRISTMAS IN WALES” starring stage and fi lm actor Clarence Felder and musicians. 7 p.m. at Circular Congregational, 150 Meeting St., Charleston. 843-763-4941 $17.
Dec. 25 THE 7TH ANNUAL COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS DAY DINNER” will be held again at the Holiday Inn Oceanfront, 1 S. Forest Beach Dr., H.H. from 11-3 p.m. A traditional turkey dinner buffet at no charge. Free-will offerings will gladly be accepted for “Meals On Wheels” and “Second Helpings” Dinner is organized for Bluffton-Hilton Head residents and visitors to the area who are away from their families on the 25th. To contribute toward turkeys and birthday cakes, please call Barb O’Connor 705-5370. To reserve dinner or volunteer for a 2 hr. shift, call Lois Willig 304-1086.
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