Message from the
Executive Director

We had barely finished reflecting on the success of our 2011 when it was time to begin planning for 2012—a monumental year marking our 25th Anniversary! It is with pride when we also reflect on some of the world class artists and events the Festival has brought to Columbia over the years with names like Garrison Keillor, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Aretha Franklin, Momix, Pilobolus, Bobby McFerrin, Bo Diddley, Ed Asner, Paula Poundstone, Judy Collins, Emmylou Harris, Arlo Guthrie, and many, many others. It is on this foundation that we are formulating what we know will prove to be an exciting 2012 season.

Watch for our new website, currently under construction, and stay tuned for our 2012 season announcement. In the meantime, mark your calendar and plan to join us to celebrate the Festival's 25th Anniversary - June 15 through 30, 2012.

Nichole Hickey

Executive Director

 

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