Upcoming Events at McKendree University Hettenhausen Center
Concerts, Russian Ballet, Symphony, Ocean Photographer
(LEBANON, Ill., January 7, 2020) — Two singer-songwriters, an international ballet
troupe, a midday symphony concert and a National Geographic photographer are coming
soon to McKendree University’s Hettenhausen Center for the Arts. For tickets or more
information on all shows, visit theHett.com or call the box office at 618-537-6863.
The January-February line up is as follows:
Saturday, Jan. 25, 7:30 p.m.: Janet Evra blends traditional bossa nova, samba and Latin jazz with modern influences and an
indie twist to produce fresh, original music. A native of Gloucester, England, the
vocalist, bassist, composer and songwriter is an artist in residence at the Kranzberg
Arts Foundation of St. Louis. Her album of original music, “Ask Her to Dance,” debuted
in 2018 to critical acclaim. $10 ($5 McKendree students, faculty and staff.)
Tuesday, Feb. 4, 7:30 p.m.: The Russian National Ballet presents “Cinderella” Sergei Prokofiev’s classic fairy tale is brought to life by highly skilled dancers,
lavish sets and resplendent costumes. $28 adult, $26 senior, $10 student/child (free
for McKendree students).
Friday, Feb. 21, 7:30 p.m.: Susan Werner’s original songs blend folk, jazz and pop, delivered with sassy wit and Midwestern
charm. Her compositions have been recorded by Tom Jones, Michael Feinstein, and Broadway
stars Betty Buckley and Christine Ebersole. The Manchester, Iowa, native has toured
with Joan Armatrading and Richard Thompson and appeared on a public television special
about folk singers Peter, Paul and Mary. $22 adult, $20 senior, $10 student/child
(free for McKendree students).
Monday, Feb. 24, noon: The Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra, with special guest the U.S. Air Force Band of Mid-America, performs as part of the
symphony’s “College Connections” series. Free.
Wednesday, Feb. 26, 7:30 p.m.: National Geographic Live! presents Brian Skerry, a wildlife photographer who has spent more than four decades exploring the world’s
oceans. Skerry dives eight months of the year, often in extreme conditions beneath
Arctic ice or in predator-infested waters, and has lived at the bottom of the sea
to get close to his subjects. He will share a fascinating look at some of the oceans’
predators, as well as stories of hope from marine reserves where wildlife is protected
and thriving. $20 adult, $20 senior, $10 student/child (free for McKendree University
students).
The Russel E. and Fern M. Hettenhausen Center for the Arts—“The Hett”—is southern
Illinois’ premier performing arts venue, presenting world-renowned dance, drama, classical
music and jazz artists. The 488-seat auditorium is located on the McKendree University
campus in Lebanon, Illinois, 25 miles from downtown St. Louis. www.theHett.com
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