Music scene · Ottawa

This Kansas River town between Kansas City and Lawrence has a music scene centered on school bands, church choirs, and community theater. Kansas City and Lawrence both offer nearby larger stages.

The high school auditorium, community theater, and local restaurants host most performances. Regional acts from Kansas City sometimes stop through for weekend shows.

Local and regional artists perform here, with musicians from the nearby Kansas City and Lawrence scene occasionally passing through.

Join school music programs and community theater, perform at local festivals and restaurant gigs, and drive to Kansas City or Lawrence for bigger venues and open mics.