'It will be transformational.' Springer launches 'Forever Springer' campaign

The Springer Opera House, the historic State Theatre of Georgia in Columbus, has launched the public phase of a $10.7 million capital campaign to construct an outdoor theater park, boost its education program and preserve and upgrade the 153-year-old building.
More than 80% of the “Forever Springer” fundraiser goal has been secured in pledges during the quiet phase, which started a year ago, Springer CEO and executive producer Danielle Varner told the Ledger-Enquirer.
Based on the “overwhelming” generosity of the community, Varner said, she expects the Springer to reach or surpass the goal in the next four or five months.
“It just warms my heart how many people love the Springer,” she said. “And they love it for so many different reasons.