The Missouri River Festival of the Arts celebrates 50 years of artistic excellence August 20-23
in Boonville. Artistic Director David Halen returns to Thespian Hall to honor the Golden
Anniversary of the Festival with outstanding musicians and performances, featuring renown
conductor Leonard Slatkin. Slatkin is former conductor of the St. Louis Symphony, The
National Symphony of Washington DC, the Detroit Symphony, and the Paris Philharmonic.
He is the recipient of 7 Grammy Awards and continues to conduct orchestras all over the
world.

Wednesday, August 20: The works of Visual Artist Gloria Gaus will be unveiled at an
Opening Reception. Her exhibit will also be on display from 6:30-7:00 prior to each evening performance, and Saturday from 12:00 pm-7:00 pm.