Tickets now on sale for upcoming DCCA season 

Individual tickets are now on sale for Darke County Center for the Arts 2013-2014 Artists Series, as well as their Family Theatre Series, Coffee House Series, and other events. According to DCCA Executive Director Andrea Jordan, the theme for the upcoming season promises “a journey of growth through the arts,” and invites one and all to “come along for the ride.” “Our season is fantastically filled with sights to see and experiences you do not want to miss,” Ms. Jordan stated. Keith Rawlins, DCCA Artistic Director, adds that the journey through the arts has no end, just great stops along the way that provide life-enhancing memories to last a lifetime. 

DCCA's Artists Series opens Saturday, September 14 with “Passing Zone,” a sensational duo who perform comedy while also executing jaw-dropping juggling tricks. “These lively, personable, funny, funny guys defy gravity, sending knives, chainsaws, and people traveling through the air, inducing audiences to gasp with laughter and awe,” Mr. Rawlins remarked. “Passing Zone” members Owen Morse and John Wee have been featured on TV, performed at prestigious half-time shows, and appeared in movies; DCCA officials say that this show provides delightful entertainment which can be enjoyed by all ages. 

The Artists Series continues with an encore appearance by concert pianist Alpin Hong onSaturday, March 8, whose previous performance here won enthusiastic acclaim and patron demands for a swift return. “Alpin's extraordinary talent is matched by his charismatic personality, appealing to the iPod generation as well as to lovers of Bach, Beethoven, and Gershwin,” Ms. Jordan said. 

DCCA executives expressed excitement over snagging legendary songstress Melissa Manchester for a concert on Saturday, April 5. “Her rich catalogue of hits includes songs to captivate almost everyone,” Ms. Jordan explained. “Melissa Manchester's career spans more than three decades and her major hits including “Don't Cry Out Loud” and “Midnight Blue” appeal to generations of fans,” she added. 

DCCA's Artists Series concludes on Saturday, May 3, when the Toledo Symphony Orchestra returns to present “The Music of Mozart.” “Mozart's music expresses joy, sorrow, and humor like no other composer's,” said Mr. Rawlins. “And TSO's joyful playing will take listeners down unexpected and yet familiar paths, for an appropriate close to our season taking audiences on a fantastic journey,” Ms. Jordan chimed in. 

Tickets for “Passing Zone” and the Alpin Hong concert are $20 each; Melissa Manchester and Toledo Symphony Orchestra tickets cost $30. Season tickets are also available, offering all four shows for $80. All Artists Series performances take place at 8 p.m. in Greenville's historic Henry St. Clair Memorial Hall. To purchase tickets or for more information, contact DCCA at 937-547-0908 or www.centerforarts.net or visit the DCCA office located within the Greenville Public Library. Summer office hours are 9:30 a.m. till 12 noon and 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays or by appointment.