Welcome to Johnny Mercer Theatre, the indoor performing arts venue housed within the Savannah Civic Center at 301 W Oglethorpe Ave, Savannah, GA 31401. Known for hosting Broadway-style productions, concerts, ballets, and comedy, this venue offers versatile seating including Orchestra, Mezzanine, and Balcony configurations. With a capacity typically ranging from 2,524 to 2,566 depending on setup, there are options to fit most event layouts. The theatre sits in the heart of downtown Savannah, making it convenient for visitors exploring historic streets, dining, and nightlife.

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Venue details: Johnny Mercer Theatre is an indoor performing arts space within the multi-use Savannah Civic Center complex. The seating chart includes Orchestra, Mezzanine, and Balcony levels, and the exact configuration can vary by event. The venue may undergo branding updates related to adjacent facilities and local signage as part of city plans announced through late 2025.

Parking & transit: On-site Civic Center parking is available, with nearby city lots and garages for overflow. Public transit is accessible via CAT bus routes, and downtown Savannah is easy to reach by rideshare or on foot for many visitors.

Nearby hotels

Hampton Inn & Suites Savannah Historic District – easy access to the venue with comfortable rooms and great downtown proximity.
Courtyard by Marriott Savannah Historic District – convenient downtown location for quick theater-to-hotel access.

Nearby dining

The Atlantic – waterfront dining with classic American fare near the Civic Center.
Elizabeth on 37th – a refined option a short drive away for pre-show meals.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Location: 301 W Oglethorpe Ave, Savannah, GA 31401, inside the Savannah Civic Center.
Capacity: reported as 2,524–2,566 seats depending on configuration (or relatedly stated as 2,566 in seating charts).
Venue type: indoor performing arts theatre within a multi-use civic center complex.
Seating chart: includes Orchestra, Mezzanine, and Balcony levels; seating configuration can vary by event.
Parking: on-site Civic Center parking plus nearby city lots/garages for overflow.
Transit: served by Chatham Area Transit (CAT) bus routes; rideshare and walking options common for downtown access.
Nearby hotels: Hampton Inn & Suites Savannah near Johnny Mercer Theatre; Courtyard by Marriott Savannah Historic District (nearby) for easy access.
Notable events hosted: Broadway-style productions, concerts, ballets, comedy; artists such as Vince Gill, Jerry Seinfeld, Chicago, Charlie Daniels; also serves Savannah Philharmonic, Savannah Music Festival, and Savannah Film Festival.
Renovation/demolition status: Savannah City Council approved removing the adjacent MLK Arena and renovating the Johnny Mercer Theatre; the Savannah Civic Center name has been (or is planned to be) associated with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in official branding as of late 2025.