Man In Black

Date
Oct 9, 2021
Event Starts
7:30 PM
Venue
Niswonger Performing Arts Center
On Sale
On Sale Now

Event Details

HG Violet Equipment presents the #1 Johnny Cash Tribute Show, Man In Black. This Van Wert Live event offers a retro look, sound, and feel into the performance of American icon, Johnny Cash, and delivers the raw prowess that made Cash a 20th-century pop culture figure. Member Sales have begun from just $34. General Sales begin on Wednesday, July 7th, 2021. The Man In Black is presented by HG Violet Equipment along with 2021 Annual Sponsors Central Insurance Companies, First Federal of Van Wert, and Statewide Ford - Lincoln.

Man In Black is a touring, full-stage production that captures Cash's pioneering ability to cross musical genres, age, and ethnic barriers. Shawn Barker is considered the pre-eminent Johnny Cash tribute artist as well as an accomplished musician and singer/songwriter. Having an uncanny resemblance to the younger Cash, Barker’s portrayal is stunningly accurate and remarkably authentic.

In 2004, Shawn auditioned for the part of Elvis Presley in the broadway production of, “Million Dollar Quartet”. The director Floyd Mutrux, (“Dick Tracy” & “American Hot Wax”) recognized Shawn’s unique talent and requested Shawn to submit an audition for the part of Johnny Cash. Shawn agreed and was instantly cast in the part with Mutrux saying, “We have 100 people who can play Elvis, but we only have one that can play, Johnny Cash.” Since then, Shawn has performed his unmatchable tribute to Johnny Cash all over the world touring in Australia, Europe, Canada and across the United States.

Cameras / Recording

No photography or recording is allowed, unless expressly conveyed by the artist at the time of the show. All electronic devices (cell phones, smart phones, tablets, digital cameras) must be in silence mode before entering the seating area.

Food & Drinks Permitted

We invite you to enjoy coffee and light snacks.

Concessions: Our partners Convoy Road Coffee Roasters and Rhonda's Sweet Treats provide coffee, water and cookies for sale. Stop by the Concession Stand to purchase yours before, during intermission, or after the show. You can select from variety of flavors, including some that are exclusive to The Niswonger! For recommended pre-show dining options, please visit the Dining page.

Children at the Niswonger

Children two and under are granted admission without a ticket so long as they are held by an adult ticket-holder. If they need their own seat, they will need a ticket. The VWAPAF reserves the right to preclude the attendance of children under the age of 5 years determined by the nature of the performance. Guardians will be asked to remove their child/children if they cause disruptions for other ticket-holders during a performance.