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edgarmadcap Thursday, October 15 • 7:00pm

Admission: FREE, donations accepted

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.

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Fall Into Fun Oct 16

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.

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

Admission: $15

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

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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

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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.

 

The Woodward Exchange for WebsitePresented 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.

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The Woodward Exchange for WebsitePresented by The Woodward Opera House
Tuesday, June 9 • 7:00pm
Tuesday, August 11 • 7:00pm
Tuesday, October 6 • 7:00pm
Tuesday, December 8 • 7:00pm

Admission: Free (Donations welcome)

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

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Comedy Night for WebsiteMockUp

Presented by Kokosing Valley Rotary and Rotary Club of Mount Vernon

November 13, 2026
7:00 PM

Award-winning comedian and actress, Kathie Dice finds humor in the rational – and irrational parts of every day life. An actress whose range includes TV commercials and films, including “American Splendor,” "Night Owls of Coventry", and the soon to be released "Freerunner". Dice pokes fun at the world around her. As a stand-up comedian, she can induce the kind of deep, penetrating laughter that erases years of stress and toxic buildup! She's a regular at comedy clubs throughout the Midwest. The voice of reason for the over 60 generation!

Join Kokosing Valley Rotary and The Rotary Club of Mount Vernon as we welcome Kathie to the stage of The Woodward Opera House! A portion of all ticket sales will go directly to AMVETS. What a fun way to honor our Veterans by helping in a cause that goes directly to rebuilding Lodge 95 in Mount Vernon Ohio. Tickets are available online as well as at the door the night of the show.
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