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The Spot: Interview with Keith McCoy of Cotton Patch Gospel

The Spot is your all-access pass to all things art, culture, and the latest news at the Springer Opera House. In this episode, host Dureyea Collier, interviews actor, Keith McCoy about his role in the Springer's latest production, Cotton Patch Gospel. Cotton Patch Gospel is part of the Springer Outdoor Theatre Festival and is on stage from March 24 through April 3, 2021. For more information, visit springeroperahouse.org.

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The Spot - Interview with Shane Hall

Here's the latest edition of The Spot, your all-access pass to all things arts, culture, and of course, the latest happenings at the Springer Opera House. With Springer's production of Singin' in the Rain opening next week, host Dureyea Collier reached out to the show's director/choreographer, Shane Hall. For more information on Singin' in the Rain and other upcoming Springer productions, make sure to visit springeroperahouse.org or call us at 706-327-3688. #foreverspringer

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The Spot: The Springer Outdoor Theatre Festival

The Spot is your all-access pass to all things art, culture, and the latest news at the Springer Opera House. In this episode, producing artistic director, Paul Pierce, discusses the Springer Outdoor Theatre Festival. The festival takes place in a new outdoor venue on-site at the Springer Opera House in downtown Columbus, Georgia. For more information, visit springeroperahouse.org.

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The Spot - Interview with Ty Manns

The Spot is your all-access pass to all things art, culture, and the latest news at the Springer Opera House. In this episode, host Dureyea Collier speaks with writer, producer, and Springer board member, Ty Manns. Mann’s latest movie, Redeemed, is currently airing on the BET Network. For more information on Redeemed, visit www.bet.plus.

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The Spot: Holiday Edition 2020

Our special Holiday Edition of The Spot features an interview with the cast and directors of Winter Wonderettes, the first Springer production ever to live stream!


Also, in this episode, host Dureyea Collier chats with professional actors who have learned to use their talents and creativity to make extra money between acting gigs.

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The Spot Episode 3 Part 2: Gertrude "Ma" Rainey, The "Mother of the Blues"

Hosted by Dureyea Collier, The Spot puts the spotlight on the Springer Opera House, State Theatre of Georgia, as well as arts in culture in Georgia and beyond. This episode was so full of fascinating content that we split it into three parts! Join us now for part one as we take a deep dive into the life and music of Gertrude “Ma” Rainey. Born in Columbus, Georgia, "Ma" Rainey was one of the earliest African-American professional blues singers and one of the first generation of blues singers to record. The "Mother of the Blues" bridged earlier vaudeville and the authentic expression of southern blues, influencing a generation of blues singers. “Ma” Rainey made her singing debut at age 14 on the Springer Opera House stage.

Stay tuned for Part 3 of 3 for more on the legendary “Ma” Rainey.

For more information on the Springer Opera House, visit springeroperahouse.org. Have an idea for an episode? Send your ideas and suggestions to social@springeroperahouse.org #foreverspringer

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The Spot Episode 3 Part 1: Gertrude "Ma" Rainey, the "Mother of the Blues"

Hosted by Dureyea Collier, The Spot puts the spotlight on the Springer Opera House, State Theatre of Georgia, as well as arts in culture in Georgia and beyond. This episode was so full of fascinating content that we split it into three parts! Join us now for part one as we take a deep dive into the life and music of Gertrude “Ma” Rainey. Born in Columbus, Georgia, "Ma" Rainey was one of the earliest African-American professional blues singers and one of the first generation of blues singers to record. The "Mother of the Blues" bridged earlier vaudeville and the authentic expression of southern blues, influencing a generation of blues singers. “Ma” Rainey made her singing debut at age 14 on the Springer Opera House stage.

Stay tuned for Part 2 & 3 for more on the legendary “Ma” Rainey.

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The Spot Episode 1

Hosted by Dureyea Collier, The Spot puts the spotlight on the Springer Opera House, State Theatre of Georgia, as well as arts in culture in Georgia and beyond. In Episode 1, we look at the Springer Opera House's 20/21 season opener Evil Dead the Musical, the first show produced since the Covid-19 pandemic shut down the theatre's doors in March, and speak with show director, Matthew Swindell. For more information on the Springer Opera House, visit springeroperahouse.org. Have an idea for an episode? Send your ideas and suggestions to social@springeroperahouse.org #foreverspringer

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