“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.