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History of Secrest The building of Zanesville Municipal Auditorium began as a WPA project in 1937, and after multiple construction and financial delays, it was formally dedicated in 1940. It served the community as a multipurpose facility, housing school plays, basketball games, industrial arts workshops, and a skating rink, in addition to theater productions, touring groups, and entertainers who performed for over thirty years. In 1987, after the renovations were completed with the community's financial support, the Municipal Auditorium was rededicated as Secrest Auditorium. Named for the late US Congressman "Robert T. Secrest." Secrest Auditorium continues to serve the community and surrounding areas with the finest entertainment available for people of all ages. Secrest has proudly hosted prominent performers and productions, including Oklahoma, Jesus Christ Superstar, Neal McCoy, Pam Tillis, Toby Keith, Trace Adkins, the Statler Brothers, the Jack Daniel's Silver Cornet Band, and The Nutcracker. Through the years, Secrest has also had many outdoor activities for the public to enjoy. Theater of Secrest Secrest has one of the largest stages in Southeastern Ohio, with a proscenium 73 feet wide and 49 feet deep. Spacious dressing rooms with showers and well-lit mirrors provide a relaxing atmosphere for performers. Secrest is the perfect place to come, sit back, relax, and enjoy the show. Lower Level of Secrest The newly renovated Lower Level consists of a full-size kitchen, classroom, meeting room, and a 9,300-square-foot area. Various events, such as banquets, dance and bazaars, have become a big success here. Secrest Events Various performances and entertainment are offered at Secrest throughout the year, including plays, musicals, big bands, concerts, comedy, and more. Annual Events Many exciting entertainment and events come to Secrest year after year. These include the Zanesville Concert Association Series, Dance Recitals, Barbershop Quartet, Craft Bazaars, Secrest Outdoor Summer Concert Series, Muskingum County Choir Concert, The Nutcracker, Lace Up for Kids, and Blood Drives for the American Red Cross.