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What is a Living History presentation? 

It’s simple. An actor brings an historical character back to life. 

How do they do it? The actor does in-depth research into the character they have selected and create a presentation around the information that they have learned. The actors do not use a script that has been produced by someone else, but have created their own original dialogue. We at MadCap Living History do our best to represent the character as realistically as they were in life. We delve deeply into their life, and focus on various aspects that we find interest, and believe will find entertaining. We do our best to be accurate and respectful of all of our characters, even the ones that weren’t so respectable.

Presented by Kokosing Valley Arts Alliance
Friday, October 2 • 7:00pm

Admission: $15 assigned seating

VENUE:
The Woodward Opera House
(107 South Main St., Mount Vernon, OH 43050)

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KVAA Concerts at The Woodward, is a series of local and regional concerts presented by KVAA at the historic Woodward Opera House showcasing premium talent from around the Kokosing Valley, central Ohio and across the regional Midwest.

This event features a night of Blues from Cryin' Out Loud and Frank Boyd Jr.

This event will have a cash bar.

Presented by Kokosing Valley Arts Alliance
Saturday, October 3 • 1:00pm

Admission: FREE

VENUE:
The Woodward Opera House
(107 South Main St., Mount Vernon, OH 43050)

KVAA’s Arts Alliance Workshops are accessible community events that are designed to offer relevant, inspiring information and practical approaches towards creating individual art. Workshops are led by guest artists immersed in their field of study who lead conversation and questions through their shared experience and process.

This workshop is led by: Matt Godsil

Presented by Dogwood Blossoms Chorus

Sunday, October 11 • 2:30pm

VENUE:
The Woodward Opera House
(107 South Main St., Mount Vernon, OH 43050)

TICKETS:
Adult Pre-Sale: $15 
Children under 10 are FREE

Mount Vernon's favorite female a cappella chorus is thrilled to debut their newest original musical titled, "Red Carpet Rendezvous!"
In this whimsical tale, the chorus has been invited to sing at a national awards show! Which gala affair will it be? Of course, nothing goes as planned, but the Dogwood Blossoms keep on singing!
The doors open at 1:30 PM on Sunday, October 11, at the Woodward Opera House, 107 S. Main Street in downtown Mount Vernon.
The curtain goes up in the Main Theater at 2:30 PM.
Tickets are $15 per person; children10 and under can attend at no cost, but will need a free ticket for admission.
This show is generously sponsored by the Woodward Opera House.

Presented by Kokosing Valley Arts Alliance
Friday, October 16 • 7:00pm

Admission: $15 general admission

VENUE:
The Woodward Opera House
(107 South Main St., Mount Vernon, OH 43050)

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One Night Only! A community-based Vaudeville & Variety Show celebrating the very best of our hometown talent. Enjoy local musicians, local humor, local stories, and unforgettable entertainment in an evening filled with laughter, music, and surprises. Come celebrate the creativity and spirit of our community in a show designed to make you smile from beginning to end. Don't miss this one-of-a-kind night of hometown fun.

Presented by Kokosing Valley Arts Alliance
Friday, November 6 • 7:00pm

Admission: $12

VENUE:
The Woodward Opera House Black Box
(107 South Main St., Mount Vernon, OH 43050)

Songwriters & Circles is a performance of live, original music by the composers themselves in the intimate setting of the Woodward Opera House’s Black Box Theater. Hear songwriters from throughout Ohio, the regional Midwest, and beyond, share the stories of inspiration and experience behind their art, and the songs it created, in a quiet, up close, listening environment.

This event features:

RJ Cowdrey

Vernon Schubel

Jess Crook-Collins

John Brenneman

Presented by Food for the Hungry and Six Miles to Nellie
Friday, November 20 • 7:30pm
Saturday, November 21 • 2:00pm
Saturday, November 21 • 7:30pm

Admission: $25 assigned seating

VENUE:
The Woodward Opera House
(107 South Main St., Mount Vernon, OH 43050)

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Six Miles to Nellie lead singer, Courtney DeCosky, transforms into Patsy Cline for an evening of music to celebrate a country music legend, backed by the Nellie band and special guests. Patsy shares her memories of the songs she recorded and their connections to her family and life. With special host, Minnie Pearl, this step back in time is a delightful tribute to Patsy’s memorable legacy.

Presented by The Woodward Opera House
Tuesday, May 12 • 7:00pm
Tuesday, July 21 • 7:00pm
Tuesday, September 8 • 7:00pm
Tuesday, November 10 • 7:00pm

Admission: Free (Donations welcome)

VENUE:
The Woodward Opera House
(107 South Main St., Mount Vernon, OH 43050)

A new speaker series designed to inform, inspire, and connect the community is coming to the stage at the Woodward Opera House. “The Woodward Exchange: Sharing What We Know. Growing Where We Live.” invites audiences to explore ideas, stories, and expertise from people who live and work right here in Knox County.