Arts Collective Theatre invites audiences to experience Christmas through the power of music, community and heart with “Season of Soul,” an original holiday concert created and conceived by Managing Artistic Director Lee Hamby and Musical Director John White. The show runs Dec. 4 through 12 at Arts Collective Theatre, 6701 Beach Blvd.. Jacksonville.
Blending gospel, R&B, Motown, jazz and classic soul, “Season of Soul” reimagines beloved Christmas favorites with rich harmonies, joyful rhythms and stories that speak to the spirit of the season. From moments of powerful praise to feel-good grooves, the ensemble of vocalists and musicians captures the heart of the holidays: love, gratitude, resilience and togetherness.
“Christmas has always had a soundtrack in my life. ‘Season of Soul’ is my way of sharing those songs, those memories and that feeling with everyone," said Hamby. “This show is our gift to Jacksonville: a chance to gather, sing along and leave a little lighter than you came in. It’s the perfect way to close out our very first season.”
“Season of Soul” is directed and produced by Hamby, with musical direction by White, band leadership by Frank Cleveland, choreography by Arielle Bryant and stage management by Kendra Teart and Phedre Delinois.
Costume styling is by Hamby, hair by Phedre Delinois and wardrobe supervision by Dirk Niedballa.
The ensemble features Theo Canty, Reese Dickerson, Toni Wortherly, Angelee Ramos, Kanesha Mitchell, Kristal Stallings, Shavonn Davis, Cameron Kirkland, John White, Zonnetta Marie, Felecia Ewing, Amara Ewing, Sam Brown, Korin Abrams, James Demps, Sam Wicklund, Jazz Zamor and Clayton Riddley.
“Season of Soul” is the final production of Arts Collective Theatre’s inaugural Season Zero, following “Victor/Victoria” and “Once Upon a One More Time.”
“Season of Soul: A Soulful Christmas Celebration” will be presented Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 3 p.m., at Arts Collective Theatre, 6701 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville. Tickets and $35, available at www.artscollectivetheatre.com These presentations are recommended for ages 13 and older. Arts Collective Theatre is Jacksonville’s newest community theatre, dedicated to producing bold, engaging and inclusive theatrical experiences while fostering creativity, collaboration and connection. With the belief that theatre should be accessible to everyone, Arts Collective Theatre is committed to building a welcoming artistic home where performers, volunteers and audiences come together to celebrate the transformative power of live performance.
Learn more at www.artscollectivetheatre.com.
