The Hoppers to perform at Ohio Star Theater

Southern gospel group scheduled for May 16 concert

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The Hoppers will perform a southern gospel concert May 16 at Ohio Star Theater on the Dutch Valley campus near Sugarcreek.

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Published May 8, 2026 - 2:47 p.m.

Multi-award-winning southern gospel group The Hoppers will perform at 7 p.m. May 16 at Ohio Star Theater.

Tickets start at $42 and are available from the Ohio Star Theater Box Office, by phone at 855-344-7547 and online at OhioStarTheater.com.

Formed in 1957 in rural North Carolina, The Hoppers have performed throughout the United States as well as in Israel, Europe and Africa. The group’s blend of harmonies and song choices has made it a popular act among pastors and event organizers. Its recordings frequently land at the top of the Billboard sales charts and the Singing News radio charts.

Ohio Star Theater is located at 1387 Old, OH-39, just east of Sugarcreek on the Dutch Valley campus.

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