Savoy Society

Savoy Society is a bar in Savannah, Georgia, located at 102 E Liberty #109. It is situated near the Savannah Theatre, Abercorn Street School, Saint Vincents Academy, and E. Shaver, Bookseller, all within a short distance of the building. The establishment is known for hosting events that include performances of Gilbert and Sullivan works, such as the annual "A Smattering of Pattering (with Cocktails)!" cabaret, which features curated cocktails and live renditions of patter songs. The bar offers a social atmosphere centered around theatrical entertainment and is associated with The Savoy Company, a nonprofit organization founded in 1901 that performs the works of Gilbert and Sullivan. The company maintains a long-standing tradition of staging productions with professionally designed sets, hand-sewn costumes, and live orchestration, emphasizing authenticity in performance. The Savoy Society has a 4.50 rating based on customer reviews.

The Savoy Company, which operates under the same name, was founded in 1901 by Alfred Reginald Allen, a Philadelphia doctor who sought to preserve the original integrity of Gilbert and Sullivan’s works. The group began with a performance of Trial By Jury at the Merion Cricket Club and evolved into a permanent organization dedicated to presenting the operas in their authentic form. The company operates as a volunteer-driven nonprofit, with all roles and responsibilities managed by member committees. It continues to stage productions annually, maintaining a tradition of high-quality theatrical performance that has endured for over a century.

Savoy Society is located on East Liberty Street, a short walk from Drayton Street and near several cultural and educational landmarks in downtown Savannah. The bar’s connection to The Savoy Company underscores its role in promoting theatrical arts and community engagement through performance and social events. It stands as a unique venue where classic musical theater and cocktail service converge in a historic setting.