# Event Details

- **Event Name**: An Evening with Derek Hough | Speaking of Books Author Series
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 07:15 pm – Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 08:15 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Season 11 of Stark Library’s Speaking of Books Author Series wraps up this spring with a star-studded evening for all ages—featuring four-time Emmy Award winner Derek Hough on Thursday, April 23, at First Christian Church Auditorium.

Hough is best known for his incredible performances on Dancing with the Stars, earning three Emmy Awards, and his work as a performer, choreographer, and author. Join us for an unforgettable evening of stories, insights, and inspiration from one of entertainment’s brightest talents.

Ticket Information:
FREE and upgraded tickets are available April 2 at 10am at StarkLibrary.org/Derek

Ticket options:

PLATINUM TICKET: $125
•	Reserved VIP section seating
•	Private VIP reception with Derek Hough, 6:30 to 7:00 pm at First Christian Church – Heritage Hall. Hosted by Stark Library Foundation.
•	Pre-signed copy of Derek Hough's book: Taking the Lead: Lessons from a Life in Motion
•	Reception ticket sales include a donation to Stark Library Foundation

GOLD TICKET: $75
•	Reserved PREMIUM section seating
•	Pres-signed copy of Derek Hough's book: Taking the Lead: Lessons from a Life in Motion
•	Pass to the Meet and Greet with Derek Hough after the event

SILVER TICKET: $25*
•	Reserved PREFERRED section seating
•	Pre-signed copy of Derek Hough's book: Taking the Lead: Lessons from a Life in Motion

GENERAL ADMISSION SEAT: FREE*
*A limited number of free meet and greet passes will be available on a first come, first served basis at the event. Visit the Stark Library table in front of the stage when you arrive to receive your ticket, while supplies last. Silver and General Admission tickets do not include a pass to meet Derek Hough after the event.

Books and memorabilia will NOT be signed at the meet and greet.
All sales are final.

Thank you to our Speaking of Books Sponsors:

GOLD SERIES SPONSORS:
•	HBM Architects
•	Kent State University at Stark
•	Massillon Public Library

SILVER SERIES SPONSORS:
•	Buckingham Doolittle-Burroughs
•	Employers Health
•	North Canton Public Library
•	Pro Football Hall of Fame
•	Q92
•	Stark Library Foundation
•	Wallace Forge Company
•	WHBC

BRONZE SPONSOR:
•	Canal Fulton Public Library

Learn more and secure your tickets at StarkLibrary.org/Derek
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canton/an-evening-with-derek-hough-|-speaking-of-books-author-series/200029905071955
- **Event Categories**: Meetups, Art, literary-art, performances, Sports, health-wellness, Entertainment, Nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Canton
- **state**: OH
- **country**: United States
- **location**: First Christian Church - Canton
- **lat**: 40.88233
- **long**: -81.36342
- **full address**: First Christian Church - Canton, 6900 Market Ave N, Canton, OH 44721-2437, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is An Evening with Derek Hough | Speaking of Books Author Series being held?
  - **A:** An Evening with Derek Hough | Speaking of Books Author Series takes place on Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 07:15 pm to Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 08:15 pm at First Christian Church - Canton, 6900 Market Ave N, Canton, OH 44721-2437, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing An Evening with Derek Hough | Speaking of Books Author Series?
  - **A:** An Evening with Derek Hough | Speaking of Books Author Series is organized by Stark Library.

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