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Hurricane Matthew forces Lady Chablis' memorial to be postponed

Photo: Club One, Savannah

Credit: Jennifer Brett

Credit: Jennifer Brett

Photo: Club One, Savannah
By Jennifer Brett
Oct 6, 2016

The late Lady Chablis was a force of nature but the performer's final bow has been postponed by another one. A community memorial had been planned for this weekend in Savannah but with Hurricane Matthew staggering toward the Georgia coast like an unwanted party guest, organizers have decided to reschedule.

MORE: Hurricane Matthew forces filming to pause on Georgia coast

Chablis, made famous by the book and film "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" died last month after a period of failing health.

Photo: Club One

Credit: Jennifer Brett

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STORM COVERAGE: Matthew strengthens, evacuations ordered

Savannah's Lucas Theatre and Club One, where Chablis performed, were to hold a commemorative screening of the film followed by tribute performances this Saturday. Hurricane Matthew convinced organizers to reschedule.

Club One looks forward to the rain date, and posted a reminder of the schedule:

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