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QUALITY OF PLACE

The establishment of Arts on Main
and decision to move it downtown
helped prompt the city to assign
management of King Opera House to
the art center. In doing so, leaders aimed
to create new opportunities for shows
and performances in the art district.
“We have put together a season
of local, regional, and national shows
that will give our community a chance
to continue to enjoy the King Opera
House,” said Bill Ratcliff, who manages
the venue.
A variety of theater groups and
musical acts are set to perform at KOH
throughout the season. “We are trying
to have a good blend of local and
touring shows throughout the year, and
feel like this is a great way to showcase
our downtown and Arts on Main, as
well as providing a place for family
entertainment,” Ratcliff added. Photo courtesy of Skokos Performing Arts Center.
King Opera House is also available
for private events including weddings, facility has been renamed, and continues space with fluid seating capabilities,
reunions, meetings, and more. The in its mandate to provide outstanding a visual art gallery, greenroom and
theater can seat up to 315 people, with arts experiences for you. kitchen, dressing rooms, laundry room,
full stage lighting and sound system In addition to an annual professional build shop, costume shop, box office,
available. For rental or show information, season, the facility is also the home of the and staff offices.
visit www.KingOperaHouse.com or call Alma School District’s state and nationally The Alma School District welcomes
(479) 474-7767. recognized Fine Arts programming, and you to The Skokos PAC, and Alma, the
Skokos Performing Arts Center often hosts community activities within home of Small Town Spirit and Big Time
For 20+ years, the The Alma PAC Crawford County. Entertainment!
has been a hub of activity for Alma and Rentals are subject to availability as Van Buren Fine Arts Center
surrounding communities. Following the center’s busy calendar permits. The Residents can experience live shows
a $1 million donation in 2022 from the David Woolly Performance Hall seats and award-winning performances
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