Vergia Dishmon Takes the Stage at the Mary C!
(Ocean
Springs, 5/15/12) “God bless the child, who has his own”. So it is
said. Vergia Towner Dishmon is truly a child with her own. Singer,
arranger and composer, Vergia, often referred to as “The Songbird” is blessed
with the gift of song. Her performances have taken her all over these
United States and even in Europe where she toured for three (3) weeks to
standing room only crowds. Vergia Dishmon will be taking the stage at The Mary
C. O’Keefe Cultural Center of Arts and Education on Saturday, June 9th
at 7:00pm.
A
native Mississippian and the daughter of a Baptist Preacher, Vergia was raised
in a strong spiritual environment which motivated her Christianity,
consequently enhancing her ability to perform in the gospel arena. She
has performed in a most exemplary and memorable fashion in several
entertainment mediums that includes church choirs, radio, musical theater and
television. Her first recording, “Jesus and I” brought her the honor of
being named “Best Female Vocalist” at the Jackson Music Awards in 1985
and again in 2000.
In 2005, she
was a part of “The Gospel of Colonus” a nationally acclaimed production and in
2006 starred in “Crowns” a musical play produced by New Stage Theater, a
professional acting company. She is a part of the drama group, “Daughters of
Margaret”, named after the poet/professor, Dr. Margaret Walker Alexander who
dedicates itself to the positive portrayal of African Americans and women.
Whether
in a theater or on stage, large or small church, Vergia’s voice has blessed
people where ever she has appeared. Her latest recording, entitled, “And When
She Had Sung A Hymn”……is a blessing to all who treasure the prolific hymns of
the African American religious experience.
Tickets for
the performance are $15 Adults/$10 Children (12 & under) and may be
purchased online at www.themaryc.org,
or at the Mary C Box Office, or by calling (228) 818-2878 for more information.
This event was made possible through the support of the Gulf Hills Hotel & Conference Center.
IF YOU GO:
- When: Saturday, June 9th at 7:00pm
- Where: The Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center of Arts &
Education
1600 Government Street in Ocean Springs
- Tickets $15 Adults/$10 Children
(12 & under) General Admission
- Tickets may be purchased online
at www.themaryc.org,
at the Mary C Box Office, or by calling (228) 818-2878.
The
Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center of Arts & Education is located at 1600
Government Street in Ocean Springs, open Monday – Saturday, 10am – 6pm. Call (228) 818-2878 for more information.
The Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center of
Arts and Education
Contact: Joel Libramento 228.818.2878
1600
Government Street Joel@themaryc.org
Ocean
Springs, MS 39564 www.themaryc.org
