Join us this November for West Ottawa High School’s production of The Music Man. Meredith Willson’s six-time Tony Award-winning musical will be the first production at the new West Ottawa Performing Arts Center. 

The Music Man, a classic American musical brimming with small-town charm and a touch of con artistry, follows fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill. Harold cons the people of River City, Iowa into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys' band that he vows to organize - despite the fact that he can’t tell a bass drum from a pipe organ. However, a wrinkle appears in his plan when he falls for Marian Paroo, a music teacher and librarian with a sharp mind and a skeptical eye. Marian sees through Harold's façade but falls in love with his charisma. As Harold grapples with his conscience and his growing feelings for Marian, the townspeople prepare for a grand performance that may expose his elaborate scheme.

The Music Man is a delightful blend of humor and romance. The iconic score features unforgettable songs like "76 Trombones," "Till There Was You," and "Ya Got Trouble," which perfectly capture the bustling energy and spirit of the story. Ultimately, The Music Man celebrates the power of music, the importance of community, and the transformative nature of love.