The Performing Arts Association and the Saint Joseph Symphony are celebrating a new season with a new address and a new conductor on Wednesday, August 4 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  The Chamber of Commerce will kick off each open house event with a Ribbon Cutting followed by a short response from each organization’s Board President and Director.

The open houses will include treats, games and prizes, along with discounted show tickets.  Beth Sharp, Performing Arts Association stated, “After being shuttered for so long it’s exciting to open back up and plan performances again. We are really looking forward to our first show in the Missouri Theatre this fall.”

Lori McAlister, Saint Joseph Symphony added, “Not only do we have a new season to roll out, we will introduce our new Music Director/Conductor, Maestro Christopher Kelts and wife, Maureen Kelts of Springfield, MO during this celebration.”

The first ribbon cutting will take place at 4:00 pm at the Performing Arts Association’s NEW OFFICE located at 713 Edmond Street. The second ribbon cutting is scheduled for 4:15 pm for The Saint Joseph Symphony at, 120 S. 8th Street. Both arts offices are located in the Missouri Theatre complex at 8th and Edmond. The lobby of The Missouri Theatre will be open and several neighboring businesses are participating by offering various discounts and specials.

You are invited to join the celebration and make an evening of it!