Hancock County Performing Arts Center

Venue Rentals - MCPA offers various rental options for businesses, performing acts and individuals. We have 4 versatile spaces that are available for meetings, wedding receptions, birthday parties, concerts and more. The Art Gallery can be used for wedding ceremonies, small receptions and parties. Armes Hall is a large reception space with audio-visual capabilities, which can also be used for small performances. The Atrium is perfect for wedding receptions and proms but can be used for many other events, and the Lounge works well for casual gatherings or luncheons. The main auditorium is available for larger concerts that wish to self-promote. We often provide these spaces at a discount or rent free to local non-profits, community events, the University of Findlay and local schools.

Arts Education - MCPA's robust education program includes: Youtheatre produces at least 2 shows each year that provide students with performing arts opportunities both on stage and behind the scenes. Hands-on experiences in performing and visual arts is provided to all ages through MCPA's workshops, summer camps, masterclasses and after-school clubs. The SPARK series of school day matinees by touring youth productions, offer an exciting extension of classroom work to schools in Findlay/Hancock County and surrounding schools. MCPA also brings arts to the schools with classroom residencies with qualified, trained teaching artists and performers.

Assistance paid to other domestic organizations (Marathon Center for the Performing Arts Foundation). Also includes grants paid to domestic individuals (less than $5,000).

Outreach Programs - MCPA offers myriad free events to the community including two summer music series in the park that highlight the talent of local and regional artists and Boogie on the Block, a summer kick off community wide-party with live music.