District Detours

From gallery openings to late night dance parties, let District Detours guide your weekend to fun in Savannah.

Thursday, April 11 2013

Open Mic Comedy Night
The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave.
8 p.m.

Test out your comedic skills or just come by for a laugh.

Friday, April 12 2013

Father Tween and the Holy Zine
Sicky Nar Nar Gallery, 125 W. Duffy St.
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Enjoy literary and visual work from more than fifty artists. Featuring music by Mumbledust, food and drinks, tarot card readings and the launch of Sicky’s new clothing line.

The SCAD Cinema Circle Presents: Grand Illusion
Trustees Theatre, 216 E. Broughton St.
7 p.m.

During the First World War, two French soldiers are captured and imprisoned in a German POW camp. Several escape multiple times until they are sent to a seemingly impenetrable fortress. For ticketing info, visit http://tickets.savannahboxoffice.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=432.

Brown Dog Opening Party
Brown Dog Gallery, 5715 Skidaway Rd.
7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

More than 15 artists have created original art, lighting, furnishings and accessories that can be viewed in the 11 rooms of Brown Dog’s 7,000-square-foot gallery.

Kyle James Hauser
The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave.
8 p.m., $5 suggested donation

The Sentient Bean will feature music by Kyle James Hauser, a Kentucky-based singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist specializing in playing the banjo.

Saturday, April 13 2013

Sand Gnats Game and Tailgate
Grayson Stadium, 1401 E. Victory Dr.
3:30 p.m.

Bring your own drinks and snacks to tailgate with Sand Gnats fans before getting a private tour of the stadium at 5 p.m., followed by the first pitch at 6:05 p.m. and a fireworks show after the game. Tickets are free and include one free beer voucher. For ticketing info, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/552983544724177/?ref=2.

The Human Experience
Bar Food, 4523 Habersham St.
5 p.m.

Bar Food will feature the artwork of Brendan Dochney. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/475461175861028/?ref=2.

Wet Socks and Beard
The Barbershop
8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

The Barbershop’s inaugural garage show will feature music by local bands Wet Socks and Beard. To receive the address, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/157349241093846/.

Sav Town Throw Down
Southern Pine Company, 616 E. 35th St.
9 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Featuring Greenhouse Lounge, Sir Charles, Vlad the Inhaler and more. Sponsored by SEED Eco Lounge and Capital A Productions. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. For ticketing info, visit https://ctproductions.webconnex.com/savtownthrowdown.

Sunday, April 14 2013

The Music Man
Trustees Theater, 216 E. Broughton St.
5 p.m.

Saint Vincent’s Academy and Benedictine Military School will present Meredith Willson’s “The Music Man,” hailed as America’s happiest musical. Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for students. For more information, visit http://tickets.savannahboxoffice.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=500.

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