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COLOR YOUR WORLD WITH ENTERTAINMENT!2015 I 2016 SEASONIt’s a very colorful season completely filled with musical artistry, engaging speakers, illusion, dance, and rock legends. Join us and Season Sponsors, STATEWIDE FORD LINCOLN and VAN WERT FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK, every step of the way. Select a bundle of events or find your favorite among the 25. We understand the difficulty in choosing just one. We offer buying solutions that help you get more of the entertainment you want and SAVE you money.

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Chris SPIELMANMON. SEPT. 28 I 7:30 PMRelease Date: Wed. Aug. 5, 2015Spielman is a name that is synonymous with passion, strength and integrity. Chris began his public career exciting OSU football fans across the country. He now finds himself motivating and inspiring audiences on a different stage. From his achieve-ments on the football field to his journey with his wife Stefanie through her twelve year battle with breast cancer, Chris brings a message of faith and perseverance in the face of adversity. Spielman is presently a football analyst for ESPN.

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SUN. SEPT. 20 I 7:30 PMRelease Date: Tue. Aug. 4, 2015Scotty McCreery burst onto the national music scene in 2011 at age 17, quickly establishing himself as one of country music’s hottest new stars. By age 21, the talented singer/songwriter has sold nearly 2.5 million albums and received both Platinum and Gold album certifications. He debuted three consecutive albums at No. 1 on the Billboard Chart, achieved three Platinum-certified singles and two Top Ten hits. Scotty toured with Brad Paisley and The Band Perry, headlined his own tours, earned industry and fan accolades, amassed more than three million followers on Facebook and Twitter, received more than 150 million YouTube views…and he’s just getting started!

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SAT. OCT. 17 I 2:00 & 7:30 PMRelease Date: Tue. Aug. 11, 2015The Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes to vibrant life in this delightful musical parable. Joseph is a boy blessed with prophetic dreams. When he is sold into slavery by his jealous brothers and taken to Egypt, Joseph endures a series of adventures in which his spirit and humanity are continually challenged. Eventually his brothers unknowingly find themselves groveling at the feet of the brother they betrayed but no longer recognize. After testing their integrity, Joseph reveals himself leading to a heartfelt reconciliation of the sons of Israel. Set to an engaging cornucopia of musical styles, from country-western and calypso to bubble-gum pop and rock ‘n’ roll, this Old Testament tale emerges both timely and timeless.

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Mike SUPERSAT. OCT. 10 I 7:30 PMRelease Date: Thu. Aug. 6, 2015He has astonished millions of people with his craft, including the Hollywood elite. Mike’s ever-growing popularity has gar-nered him many prestigious awards and honors, including being the only magician in history to win a LIVE magic competition on primetime US network television. The secret to Mike’s success is his natural ability to entertain and fascinate people. He has pioneered a new form of magic with his own inimitable, down-to-earth style and personality. Mike has brought the art of magic back to the people. He transcends the “trick” and connects per-sonally with his audience. Whether through television, stage or simply one-on-one, Mike Super’s personality and humor reaches out and enchants the audience.

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SAT. OCT. 24 I 7:30 PMRelease Date: Wed. Aug. 12, 2015THE ROCK ICON! Grammy winner Peter Frampton remains one of the most celebrated artists and guitarists in rock history. At 16, he was lead singer and guitarist for British band the Herd. At 18, he co-founded one of the first super groups, seminal rock act Humble Pie. His session work includes collaborations with such legendary artists as George Harrison, Harry Nilsson, David Bowie, Jerry Lee Lewis, Ringo Starr, John Entwistle and many others. His fifth solo album, the electrifying Frampton Comes Alive!, is one of the top-selling live records of all time.

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SUN. NOV. 1 I 3:00 PMRelease Date: Thu. Aug. 13, 2015This Fourteen year old musical prodigy has moved audiences nationally and internationally as a pianist, com-poser, singer, entertainer, and driven humanitarian. His deep musical knowledge, broad tastes, and staggering talents make his performances a treat for the whole family. Onstage, Ethan performs relaxing jazz, dazzling clas-sical music, raise-the-roof rock n roll, and his own memorable originals. He knows hundreds of songs that he can instantly call up to memory. Ethan can tailor a pleasing and enjoyable ‘in-the-moment’ performance by ranging sets from Beethoven to the Beatles to Bieber. A COMMUNITY CONCERT SERIES EVENT.

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ACOUSTIC TOUR

Following his summer co-headlining run with American

rock legends Cheap Trick, Peter Frampton is back on the road, this time performing

an acoustic only set for the first time ever. Gordon Kennedy, Frampton’s

longtime collaborator and co-producer of his Grammy Award-winning album

Fingerprints, will join him on tour as well as an added special guest,

Frampton’s son, singer and guitarist Julian Frampton.

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TUE. NOV. 10 I 7:00 PMRelease Date: Tue. Aug. 18, 2015 Inspired by a classic VeggieTales favorite song, “Little Guys Can Do Big Things Too” this LIVE show encourages kids that even though they are small, they can be used by God to do BIG things! Featuring new introductions from Bob, Larry and Junior, this fun compilation has a lot of new twists! ALSO features the popular Veggie kids giving their thoughts on everything from how big God is to how little they sometimes feel!

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SAT. NOV. 14 I 7:30 PMRelease Date: Wed. Aug. 19, 2015From boys to men, The Midtown Men reunites stars from the original cast of Broadway’s Jersey Boys, making them the first vocal group ever formed by the principal cast of a high-profile Broadway show. After sharing the stage for over a thousand performances, Tony® Award winner Christian Hoff, Michael Longoria, Daniel Reichard, and Tony® Award nominee J. Robert Spencer, decided to take their signature sound and chemistry to audiences everywhere, bringing to life their favorite 1960s hits. The show includes jump to your feet musical numbers from iconic idols such as The Beatles, The Jackson 5, The Temptations and The Four Seasons. The New York Times says, “Sidling up to the microphone, the singers had the air of the Rat Pack, Motown and a nightclub act rolled into one,” while the New York Daily News proclaims, “The Midtown Men sound as crisp as their Rat Pack-inspired suits. Their voices blend together so flawlessly on stage.” The Oklahoman praised the Midtown Men for “a joyous and nostalgic trip through the music of the 1960s with terrific orchestral charts,” adding, “this high-spirited evening kicked the audience’s adrenaline into overdrive.”

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TUE. NOV. 24 I 7:30 PMWED. NOV. 25 I 7:30 PMRelease Date: Thu. Aug. 20, 2015A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget! Set in a beach resort in the Mediterranean, Mamma Mia! tells the story of Sophie, a bride-to-be with one wish: to have her absent father walk her down the aisle. After reading passages about three old lovers in her mom’s diary, Sophie sends each a wedding invitation in hopes of learning which is her dad. The arrival of the men from her past is surprising to Donna, Sophie’s fiercely independent mother, who prides herself on getting through life without a man, and highly amusing to Donna’s two best gal pals. The more Sophie and her mother struggle to find truth and understanding, the more it threatens to tear them apart and wreck Sophie’s dream wedding. Calling all ABBA fans, this has your name written all over it. The songs are all culled from the Swed-ish super-group’s songbook, and this is one Broadway show where singing along (and dancing in the aisles) is encouraged.

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SUN. DEC. 6 I 7:30 PMRelease Date: Thu. Sep. 3, 2015BACK BY VERY POPULAR DEMAND! Dave Koz, legendary jazz saxophonist, will bring Jazz Greats, Candy Dulfer and Jonathon Butler along with singing great, Bill Medley, to the Niswonger stage for one night of Christmas celebration. Guaranteed to be one moving experience.

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SAT. DEC. 5 I 7:30 PMRelease Date: Tue. Sept. 1, 2015The laid-back band from Greenville, Texas, quickly evolved from being Christian music’s fastest-selling new act in 2001 to one of the most successful bands in all musical genres, selling more than 2 million re-cords in only three years and earning an American Music Award nomi-nation.

Now the band, which has been together for about ten years, has grown beyond its label as “a Christian band” and become nationally known as a great rock group that tackles such serious themes as God and love. Their music is appealing to both devout Christians who study the Bible and young teens who devour Rolling Stone.

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SUN. DEC. 13 I 7:30 PMRelease Date: Thu. Sep. 10, 2015Pop vocalist and songwriter David Phelps has been given such a talent. Credited by many as having one of today’s most spectacular voices, David has seen countless thousands rise to their feet for his inspiring, powerhouse performances. The music of David Phelps is honest and uplifting. His gifts of singing and songwriting combine to tell of the grace that provides, encourages, comforts, and saves. Through this music, David leads people in worship and inspires them to seek Christ. His powerful songs and humble spirit have been well received across the country.

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SAT. DEC. 12 I 7:30 PMRelease Date: Wed. Sep. 2, 2015THEY’RE BACK! When country a cappella band Home Free was crowned Season 4 Champions of NBC’s The Sing-Off this past December, their victory was by no means the beginnings of a career for the five country stars from Minnesota… rather it was a satisfying cul-mination of nearly a decade of hard work and commit-ment to a vocal craft growing in popularity. It was their experience on the road that carried them to a Sing-Off victory, swelling their fan base and bringing their homegrown country style into a national spotlight. Home Free continues to entertain audiences with their high-energy show peppered with quick-witted humor that meshes Nashville standards with pop hits dipped in country flavor.

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The DePueBROTHERS CHRISTMASTHU. DEC. 17 I 7:30 PMRelease Date: Thu. Sep. 17, 2015 These virtuosic fiddling brothers wield world-class fiddling and violin playing with soothing voices to cre-ate an evening of traditional and contemporary Christmas entertainment. Originally from Bowling Green, Ohio, the DePue Brothers have gone on to become the Concert Master of the Indianapolis Symphony, members of the renown Philadelphia Orchestra and national fiddling champions. When you add their out-standing musical comrades on percussion, bass, banjo, and guitar, you will be amazed with their musical cocktail which includes Classical, Bluegrass, old-time Texas Swinger, folk, American Country, and Jazz. A COMMUNITY CONCERT SERIES EVENT. $25 $25 $20 $20 $15 $15

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SAT. JAN. 23 I 7:30 PMRelease Date: Thu. Oct. 22, 2015WINNER OF THE VOICE! Dynamic and charismatic, Craig Wayne Boyd’s sound is rooted in the southern tradition of country music and is topped with a rebellious flair. Growing up in the Dallas, Texas sub-urb of Mesquite, Boyd was born under the influence of gospel and country music. He first developed as a multi-instrumentalist at a very young age, and was later his church choir director and a touring musician with various national acts. After a trip to Nashville brought life-changing events his way, Boyd headed to Music City and signed a publish-ing deal with EMI shortly thereafter. After several years of prolific songwriting, Boyd turned to the road and toured constantly, logging more than 1,000 shows in four years, and opening for acts like Jamey Johnson, Randy Houser and Brantley Gilbert.

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THE MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET

SUN. JAN. 31 I 7:30 PMRelease Date: Wed. Oct. 28 2015

This new smash-hit musical was inspired by the famed recording session that brought together rock ‘n’ roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time. On December 4, 1956, these four young musicians gathered at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET brings that leg-endary night to life, featuring a score of rock hits including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Fever,” “That’s All Right,” “Sixteen Tons,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Walk the Line,” “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On,” “Who Do You Love?,” “Matchbox,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Hound Dog” and more. This thrilling musical brings you inside the recording studio with four major talents who came together as a red-hot rock ‘n’ roll band for one unforgettable night.

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AIR SUPPLY

AN EVENING withBJ THOMASand the Lima Symphony Orchestra

MAKE THE VALENTINE’S WEEKENDCOMPLETE WITH TIMELESS BALLADS BY RETRO FAVORITE AIR SUPPLY!

;SAT. FEB. 13 I 7:30 PMRelease Date: Thu. Nov. 12, 2015With their heavily orchestrated, sweet ballads, the Australian soft rock group Air Supply became a staple of early-’80s radio, scoring a string of seven straight Top Five singles. The group’s light pop-rock hits have earned Air Supply several platinum LPs and gold singles worldwide; Greatest Hits was quadruple platinum in the U.S., and The Earth Is, went gold in over 20 countries. After forming a band to record their third LP, they came up with one of the U.S.’s biggest hits in 1979, “Lost in Love,” (#3, 1979). A string of Top 10 hits followed: “Every Woman in the World” (#5, 1980), “The One That You Love” (#1, 1981), “Even the Nights Are Better” (#6, 1982), and “Making Love Out of Nothing at All” (#2, 1983). To date, the group has sold over 15 million records worldwide.

SAT. FEB. 27 I 7:30 PMRelease Date: Thu. Nov. 19, 2015A true American institution whose iconic pop, country and gospel hits defined their respective generations and now tran-scend them, B.J. Thomas has found a unique way to celebrate an incredible half a century in music and some 47 years since his first gold selling hit on Scepter Records. The singer, a five time Grammy and two time Dove Award winner who has sold more than 70 million records and is ranked in Billboard’s Top 50 most played artists over the past 50 years, entertains long-time fans and newcomers alike.

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THU. MAR. 3 I 7:30 PMRelease Date: Thu. Dec. 3, 2015Renowned for their winning combination of charming humor, disarmingly small ukuleles, and sublime musicality, the Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra is one of the world’s great modern stage acts. The wildly popular New Zealand ensemble create instant joy and lasting magic wherever they go. Armed with high-octane ukulele solos, heavenly harmonies and outrageous costumes, delighted audiences of all ages will throw cares to the wind and share in a musical celebration. Their comedic banter is spontaneous, and when they burst into song, the sweet sounds can silence a room in a nanosecond, or bring a crowd of thousands to their feet. The Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra presents the ukulele as it’s never been played before, featuring songs made famous by artists such as Justin Timberlake, Dolly Parton, Elvis, The Beatles, Hall and Oates, Cyndi Lauper, Prince, Kenny Rogers and Kings of Leon, alongside tunes from the South Pacific, packaged into a spectacular, unmissable funfest. A COMMUNITY CONCERT SERIES EVENT.


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Luke ZAMPERINISUN. MAR. 6 I 3:00 PMRelease Date: Tue. Dec. 8, 2015Luke Zamperini is the son of Louis Zamperini, one of World War II’s most well-known prisoners of war and hero of the 1936 Olympics in Berlin. Louis Zamperini is the subject of Laura Hillenbrand’s latest book, Unbroken: A World War II Story of Sur-vival, Resilience, and Redemption. Luke has accompanied his Father to hundreds of speaking engagements spanning nearly 50 years. He is thoroughly versed in every aspect of Louis’ incredible story of bravery and survival. His father’s accounts of his struggle as a POW fighting for his life were Luke’s bedtime stories growing up, and now he is honored to have the opportunity to watch these stories influence the lives of others. Luke identifies key incidents and concepts in his father’s life that have shaped and molded his own character and compelled him into a life of service.

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In partnership with the Van Wert Brumback Library, and through generous donations,

copies of the book “Unbroken” are available for free through the Brumback Library as part of a

Community Read. A panel discussion of the book will be held at the Niswonger on Mar. 6 at 1:30 PM

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LIBERASUN. APR. 3 I 3:00 PMRelease Date: Wed. Jan. 6, 2016The distinctive sound of Libera has travelled the world in the last few years. The group’s albums have topped both mainstream and classical charts in many countries, and their recordings hold their place in top-tens alongside major artists like Bocelli. The boys who make up the vocal band Libera have been described as “normal” and “ordinary”. However, as their recordings and performances demonstrate, the music they produce is truly extraordinary. With shimmering, mystical chords and ecstatic harmonies, they are unlike any other group you have ever heard. These are truly sounds to lift the soul.; celestial sounds for a new time.

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Presenting Sponsor: STRATEGENCE CAPITAL LLCTim Stoller, Financial AdvisorLPL Financial

Supporting Sponsors: Supporters of The Van Wert Area BoychoirThe Rod & LeAnn Stoller Family

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SUN. MAR. 20 I 7:30 PMRelease Date: Wed. Dec. 16, 2015Multi-Grammy nominated Natalie Grant is a powerhouse vocalist, heart-gripping song-writer, and charismatic performer who has consistently remained one of the top selling Christian & Gospel artists since her 2005 breakout RIAA Gold certified album, Awaken. She has since gone on to have over 3 million in career sales and is currently the host of GSN’s hit television series “It Takes A Church,” the network’s highest rated show for women. The Gospel Music Association named her the 2012 Female Vocalist of the Year, an honor that she’s received 5 times. Natalie’s latest album, “Hurricane,” debuted at #1 on the Christian Billboard Charts in the fall of 2013. Beyond her artistry, she is an outspoken advocate for victims of human trafficking. In 2005, Natalie founded an anti-trafficking organization, which is now called Hope for Justice International, known for its work in providing quality restorative aftercare to trafficking victims both domes-tically and internationally.

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FRI. APR. 15 I 7:30 PMRelease Date: Tue. Jan. 12, 2016Round up the family and circle the wagons to the Niswonger for some Grand Ole Opry style musical comedy from Riders In The Sky Salute To Roy Rogers. Riders in the Sky were recently selected as the only licensed performers to use clips of the famous Roy Rogers movies. Watch film clips of the King of the Cowboys himself- Roy Rogers, while listening to the familiar country songs. You may also know these gents from singing “Woody’s Roundup” in Pixar’s Toy Story 2. Riders In The Sky have been keepers of the flame passed on by the Sons of the Pioneers, Gene Autry and Roy Rogers. They are true to the integrity of Western music and add their own legendary wacky humor and way-out Western wit. Riders In The Sky takes us back in a Western musical adventure that encourages buckaroos and buckarettes to live life “The Cowboy Way!” A COMMUNITY CONCERT SERIES EVENT.

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SUN. APR. 17 I 3:00 PMRelease Date: Thu. Jan. 14, 2016 The Community Concert Series closes with a triumphant finale when the Texas Tenors make their way to Van Wert, Ohio for an electrifying concert. With their Emmy Award Winning PBS Special now airing across the country, and billboard chart topping albums, it’s easy to see why The Texas Tenors are quickly becoming America’s favorite new tenors. Since their whirlwind debut on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, The Texas Tenors have accumulated a long list of awards, accolades, and excited fans. People are clearly enjoying their talent as they were recently named the #10 Classical Artists in the World for 2014 according to Billboard Magazine. With a unique harmony of Country, Clas-sical, Broadway and Contemporary music, they use breathtaking vocals, humor and a touch of cowboy charm to create a memorable and musically impressive show. Prepare to be amazed by these versatile virtuosos. A COMMUNITY CONCERT SERIES EVENT.

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SAT. APR. 30 I 7:30 PMRelease Date: Wed. Jan 13, 2016Brian Culbertson began his musical journey at the age of 8 on piano, adding drums at 9, trombone at 10 then bass at 12. In 1994, at age 20, Brian self-produced his debut album, Long Night Out. After that release, he then went on to compose jingles for clients such as United Airlines, Gato-rade, Sears, Coors and McDonald’s in the bustling city’s highly competitive advertising community while still continuing to make records and tour.Since then, Brian has released fifteen more albums, toured around the world, seen his name at the top of Billboard and radio charts, worked and performed with industry all-stars like Maurice White of Earth, Wind & Fire, Larry Graham, Michael McDonald, Chris Botti, Musiq Soulchild, Ledisi, Barry Manilow, Herb Alpert, Natalie Cole, Chuck Brown, and Bootsy Collins just to name a few, and received numerous awards including being nominated for a 2012 NAACP Image Award and a 2012 Soul Train Award. Fifteen albums later and counting, Brian Culbertson always brings his very best, and brings the very best out of others . His artistic versatility creates jazz magic that is delivered in a dynamic stage show.

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GROUP PARTIES& TRAVEL

Better Together :)Seeing a performance with a group is not only fun, it’s economical too! Group outings at the Niswonger are an extraordinary way to entertain clients, motivate staff, spend time with your family or simply provide you with an evening or afternoon of unsurpassed enter-tainment. And it’s easy! All you need are 10 or more co-workers, classmates, club members, youth group friends or any other group and you can receive the great benefits below!

PRIORITY SEATING PRE-SHOW EVENTS DISCOUNTED TICKETS GROUP LEADER COMP TICKET CONVENIENT ORDERING SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES FLEXIBLE PAYMENTS PROMO MATERIAL PERSONAL SERVICE GROUP RECOGNITION

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The NISWONGERSPEAKERSERIESThe Niswonger proudly presents distinguished speakers from around the globe who educate, entertain and inspire on diverse topics that range from agriculture, health and gardening to finance, motivation and wildlife preservation. Plug into this popular series to pursue a passion or explore a bit and learn something new.

CHRIS SPIELMANMON. SEP. 28 I 7:30 PM

PAGE 2Former Ohio State and NFL linebacker , ESPN college-foot-ball analyst, and speaker for the Stefanie Spielman Fund for Breast Cancer Research, established in 1999 has also added author to his resume with That’s Why I’m Here: The Chris & Stefanie Spielman Story. Spielman is a graduate of Ohio State University, where he was a two-time All-American and winner of the Lombardi Trophy. He was drafted in the 1988 NFL Draft by the Detroit Lions. While in the NFL, he was a four-time Pro Bowler and played with the Detroit Lions, Buffalo Bills, and Cleveland Browns. Spielman joined ESPN in 2001. He serves as an analyst for college football broad-casts, as well as studio analysts for college football. After his wife Stefanie was diagnosed with breast cancer, Spielman’s future and purpose were forever redefined. Hear his story on Sunday, September 28.

LUKE ZAMPERINISUN. MAR. 6 I 3:00 PM

PAGE 11Luke Zamperini is the son of Louis Zamperini, one of World War II’s most well-known prisoners of war and hero of the 1936 Olympics in Berlin. Louis Zamperini is the subject of Laura Hillenbrand’s latest book, Unbro-ken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption. This book has repeatedly been in the num-ber one position on The New York Times Bestseller list.

Luke identifies key incidents and concepts in his father’s life that have shaped and molded his own character, compelled him into a life of service, and led him to a career in the field of emergency preparedness.

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P. ALLEN SMITHvan wert BLOOMSwith P. Allen Smith & Friends

SAT. APR. 16 I 8 AM - 4 PM $45 Includes Breakfast & LunchCelebrity Garden Designer, P. Allen Smith, will be a keynote speaker during the Van Wert Blooms Gardening Sym-posium. Garden enthusiasts and friends from surrounding states will be gathering at the Niswonger for a full day of informative speakers, Q&A’s and book signings. Smith will be the featured speaker of the conference. In his pre-sentation, Smith will share stories and scenes gathered from his wide-ranging travels to world-class gardens while taping programs for his nationally syndicated television shows. He will offer tales about many of the fascinating gardeners he has met along the way - some zany, others serious, but all passionate about their plants. Smith will offer plenty of bottom-line gardening advice, with a dash of down-home humor and lots of real-life anecdotes. His career as a best selling author, award winning television host and frequent guest on the Today Show have brought him national acclaim, including the prestigious 2006 National Medal of Honor from the Garden Club of America. He will be available after his lecture to sign copies of his Garden Home series of books. Along with P. Allen Smith are noted industry experts who will also share the stage and be available for inquisitive minds. Master Gardeners can earn 6 CEU’s from attending. More information on each speaker is available at NPACVW.ORG.

A GARDENING EVENT for EVERYONE!

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Although many artists are too diverse to classify, the season artists are listed by genre to lend ease to personal style selections. To learn more about each artist, visit their event page and find out more at NPACVW.ORG.

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HOURS OF OPERATION: The Box Office is open Monday-Friday, Noon - 4 PM unless otherwise posted and closed Mondays through the summer. Box Office opens one hour prior to perfor-mances. Special hours will be posted on the website and social media. Except for scheduled performances, the Niswonger is closed on all national holidays.

GIFT CARDS: Available in any amount from the Box Office or On-Line, Gift Cards can be used for any Van Wert Area Performing Arts Foundation performance at the Niswonger. Contact the Box Office: 419-238-NPAC or visit NPACVW.ORG.

CHILDREN: Children three and under are granted admission without a ticket so long as they are held by an adult ticket-holder. The VWAPAF reserves the right to preclude the attendance of children under the age of 5 years determined by the nature of the performance. Guardians will be asked to remove their child/children if they cause disruptions for other ticket-holders during a performance.

ADA ACCESSIBILITY: All areas of the Niswonger and certain seating areas are accessible by wheelchair. Please notify the Box Office (419-238-NPAC) at the time of ticket purchase so that a platform for companion seating is reserved. Please ask the ushers for assistance to be seat-ed. All entrances are at sidewalk level with ramp access from the parking lots. A wheelchair-ac-cessible elevator serves both levels of the Niswonger providing access to both the lower and upper lobby and auditorium. All restroom facilities offer handicap accessibility and a larger family restroom is available on the upper lobby level. There are a limited number of handicap accessible parking spaces available in the front of the facility and in both the North and South campus parking lots. These are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The Niswonger also has assisted listening devices provided by the Van Wert Service Club. Please contact the House Manager for details: 419-238-NPAC.

COURTESIES: Please turn off or silence all electronic devices during performances. It is requested that patrons refrain from using heavy perfumes or aftershave as a courtesy to guests who may experience allergic reactions. The Niswonger is a smoke free campus.

PERFORMANCE ARRIVAL: The Grand Lobby opens one hour prior to scheduled events. Seating begins approximately a half hour prior to curtain. Late arrivals will be seated during appro-priate times up to one half hour after the performance starts unless otherwise requested by the artist. After the first half hour, latecomers will not be seated until intermission.

COAT CHECK & CONCESSIONS: Concessions are available at each performance. Please note that items sold in the concessions do contain nuts.

OUR MISSIONThe Van Wert Area Performing Arts Foundation exists to provide a premier venue for a wide variety of per-forming arts, concerts, lectures, meetings and special events which will inspire, educate and entertain res-idents of, and visitors to, Van Wert County, and to provide an economic catalyst by increasing cultural tourism, creating new jobs, and generating business for the region.

OUR BOARDChuck Koch Doug GroomsGary Taylor Michelle StollerChris Roberts Kevin LaingMike Ruen Bill MontgomeryScott Mull Paul Hoverman

INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING: Volunteers are a vibrant reflec-tion of the arts and culture being presented at the Niswonger. There are many opportunities to share your love of the arts while utilizing your personal skills and talents. Volunteers are the backbone of every experience at the Niswonger and are dedicated to enriching the lives of others in the community. Serving as ambassadors to the public, volunteers are vital to the success of Niswonger Performing Arts of Northwest Ohio. Volunteers have the option of choosing between three areas of operation: the Box Office, Front of House, and Technical. We are always looking for fresh new faces that have a passion for the arts. Volunteer Applications are available in the Box Office or at NPACVW.ORG.

VAN WERT AREA PERFORMING ARTS FOUNDATION (VWAPAF)The VWAPAF was formed as a 501(c)(3) for the purpose of operating the Niswonger Perform-ing Arts Center of Northwest Ohio. Its board is comprised of members appointed by the Van Wert County Foundation and the Van Wert City Schools.

NISWONGER STAFFPaul Hoverman - Executive DirectorTafi Stober - Marketing DirectorHugh Saunier - Technical DirectorJerry Beard - Box Office ManagerMark Hartman - House Manager

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SPECIAL NOTES:We do not expect date changes, however, you will be notified via postcard or email if an unforeseen change occurs. In the event of inclement weather, please check NPACVW.ORG, social media or call 419-238-NPAC. We regret that there are no refunds or exchanges for purchased tickets.

SEATING CHART & EVENT PRICING INDEX

DAY DATE TIME EVENT OC ORL MC MRL BC BRL RELEASE DATE 8/

Sun. Sep-20 7:30 PM Scotty McCreery 75 70 60 55 45 40 Tue. Aug. 4

Mon. Sep-28 7:30 PM Chris Spielman 25 20 15 15 10 10 Wed. Aug. 5

Sat. Oct-10 7:30 PM Mike Super 40 35 30 25 20 20 Thu. Aug. 6

Sat. Oct-17 2:00 PM Joseph & the TechniColor Dreamcoat 60 55 50 45 35 30 Tue. Aug. 11

Sat. Oct-17 7:30 PM Joseph & the TechniColor Dreamcoat 60 55 50 45 35 30 Tue. Aug. 11

Sat. Oct-24 7:30 PM Peter Frampton RAW The Acoustic Tour 60 55 50 45 40 40 Wed. Aug. 12

Sun. Nov-1 3:00 PM Ethan Bortnick 35 35 30 25 20 15 Thu. Aug. 13

Tue. Nov-10 7:00 PM Veggie Tales Live! 35 30 25 20 15 15 Tue. Aug. 18

Sat. Nov-14 7:30 PM The Midtown Men 45 45 40 35 30 25 Wed. Aug. 19

Tue. Nov-24 7:30 PM Mamma Mia! 65 60 55 50 40 40 Thu. Aug. 20

Wed. Nov-25 7:30 PM Mamma Mia! 65 60 55 50 40 40 Thu. Aug. 20

Sat. Dec-5 7:30 PM Mercy Me Christmas 45 45 40 40 35 30 Tue. Sep. 1

Sun. Dec-6 7:30 PM Dave Koz & Friends Christmas 50 50 40 40 35 30 Thu. Sep. 3

Sat. Dec-12 7:30 PM Home Free Christmas 40 35 30 30 25 25 Wed. Sep. 2

Sun. Dec-13 7:30 PM David Phelps Christmas 35 30 30 25 20 20 Thu. Sep. 10

Thu. Dec-17 7:30 PM DePue Brothers Christmas 25 25 20 20 15 15 Thu. Sep. 17

Sat. Jan-23 7:30 PM Craig Wayne Boyd 35 30 30 25 20 20 Thu. Oct. 22

Sun. Jan-31 7:30 PM Million Dollar Quartet 55 50 45 40 35 30 Wed. Oct. 28

Sat. Feb-13 7:30 PM Air Supply 60 55 50 45 35 30 Thu. Nov. 12

Sat. Feb-27 7:30 PM B.J. Thomas & the Lima Symphony 40 40 30 30 20 20 Thu. Nov. 19

Thu. Mar-3 7:30 PM Wellington International Ukelele Orchestra 30 30 25 25 20 20 Thu. Dec. 3

Sun. Mar-6 3:00 PM Luke Zamperini 20 20 20 20 20 20 Tue. Dec. 8

Sun. Mar-20 7:30 PM Natalie Grant 35 35 30 30 25 20 Wed. Dec. 16

Sun. Apr-3 3:00 PM Libera 35 30 30 25 20 15 Wed. Jan. 6

Fri. Apr-15 7:30 PM Riders in the Sky Salute to Roy Rogers 30 30 20 20 10 10 Tue. Jan. 12

Sat. Apr-16 8 am - 4 pm Van Wert BLOOMS w/ P. Allen Smith & Friends 45 45 45 45 45 45 Wed. Jan. 13

Sun. Apr-17 3:00 PM Texas Tenors 40 40 30 30 20 20 Thu. Jan. 14

Sat. Apr-30 7:30 PM Brian Culbertson 35 35 30 25 25 20 Thu. Jan. 28

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SINGLE EVENT TICKET SALES Single ticket sales (when still available after Select Series Release) for individual shows typically go on sale 60 to 90 days prior to the event date. Individual ticket prices are displayed in the event descriptions and the matrix to the left. For more information about pricing and release dates visit NPACVW.ORG or contact the Box Office 419-238-NPAC.

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