JON TISEVICH
Roma Stage - Sunday 2:30 PM    **FREE**

Born and raised in Canton, OH, Jonathan Tisevich spent 6 years performing on Broadway and on the Broadway National Tours of Rent, The Full Monty, Miss Saigon, and Titanic. Jonathan's passion for theater was instilled in him early on at Perry High School under the direction of Louie Mattachione. From there he performed under various local directors including friend and mentor Phil Robb. Jonathan has also directed and acted regionally in productions of Cabaret, Chess, Assassins, Joseph....Dreamcoat, Footloose, and Grease to name a few. Having written several songs already, Jonathan has been busy writing and producing his own music while staying involved in the local arts community.

NEW TALENT SHOWCASE
Roma Stage - Sunday 3:00    **FREE**

More info coming soon.

LOWELLVILLE ITALIAN CONCERT & MARCHING BAND
Italian Pavilion - Sunday 2:00 PM    **FREE**

The Lowellville Band was started in 1927 by Michael Lucente. All the music played by the band was brought from Italy by "Maestro" Lucente. In 1932 he returned to live in Italy and Dan Faraglia was elected as the new band director. The band grew in popularity performing at many Italian events in Ohio and Pennsylvania. In 1941 they disbanded because of WWII and were reactivated in 1946.

I GAGLIARDI ITALIANI
Italian Pavilion - Saturday 4:30 PM
Italian Pavilion - Sunday 5:30 PM    **FREE**

I Gagliardi Italiani from Canton, Ohio, was formed to keep the Italian culture alive and bring you songs and dances from all parts of Italy. They have performed at Italian Festivals in Ohio, West Virginia, Pennsylvania and Niagara Falls, Canada. The name I Gagliardi Italiani, means "The Vivacious Italians". The company's performers are, for the most part, non-professionals from every walk of life. Their performances are enthusiastic and exciting, sure to touch your heart and bring you to your feet.

AVANTI
Italian Pavilion - Sunday 4:00 & 7:00 PM    **FREE**

The AVANTI Band has become one of Cleveland's favorite Italian American dance bands. Avanti is a band that infuses authentic Italian Classics with a modern flair. They have performed at many Italian Festivals and events throughout the area. Don't miss this very entertaining group.

MATT SCHAFER
Piazza Stage - Friday 4:30 & 7:00 PM    **FREE**
Piazza Stage - Saturday 2:30 PM    **FREE**
Piazza Stage - Sunday 2:00 PM    **FREE**

Matt Schafer began playing the accordion at age seven and at thirteen began playing professionally with his father's band in the greater Akron area. At age twenty-six, Matt joined America's Polka King, Frank Yankovic, traveling throughout the United States and Canada.

In 1977, he formed his own band, and has been performing in the greater Akron-Canton area. Matt has served as president of the A.B.C. Polka Association and hosts a Saturday morning radio program on WZIP FM Akron, Ohio.