The KNAC Capital Campaign Cabinet is thrilled to share major announcements regarding the transformation of the historic First Baptist Church building into a performing arts center and entrepreneurial incubator. Following our important announcements, enjoy a free concert in KNAC’s exquisite performance hall, featuring some of Kalamazoo’s finest musical talent. A reception will directly follow the performance.

Press Conference Speakers | 3:30 p.m.
• Jeff K. Ross, Campaign Co-Chair
• Dann Sytsma, KNAC Board President
• Statements from Representative Rogers and Senator McCann that will be read by Dann Sytsma
• Sharon Ferraro, Historic Preservationist and KNAC Board Member
• Qianna Decker, City Commissioner and KNAC Board Member

Concert Performances | 4:15 p.m.
• Barry Ross, KSO Concertmaster Emeritus: Violin
• Alexander Bosak, Studio of Annie Leong: Piano
• Kemar Williams, WMU School of Theatre and Dance: Music Theatre Performance
• Marcell Whitfield, WMU School of Music: Vocal Performance from the Studio of Rhea Olivacce
• Ivan Tai, The Crescendo Music Academy: Violin with JJ Treadway: Piano Accompanist
• Cindy Hunter: Piano Accompanist

Event Reception | 5:00 p.m.
• Building tours will be available by KNAC Staff