Soulful Performances, Jazz Swing, More Coming to the Hett This March

(LEBANON, Ill., February 21, 2022) – A military brass quintet, a local vocalist making her debut, a much-loved jazz swing band, and a back-by-popular-demand rock ‘n’ roll show are coming to the Hett this March. Additionally, theatre students from McKendree will be putting on the must-see play “Silent Sky” at the end of the month. For tickets or more information on all shows, please visit theHett.com or call the box office at (618) 537-6863.

March 1, 7 p.m.: Airlifter Brass is a brass quintet of the United States Air Force Band of Mid-America. With the traditional instrumentation of two trumpets, French horn, trombone and tuba plus percussion, the ensemble is known for its versatility and outstanding musicianship. Tickets are free and reservations are required.

March 4, 7 p.m.: Anita Jackson is a soulful and swinging premier vocalist from St. Louis who will make her debut on the Hett stage.

March 10, 7:30 p.m.: Tuba Skinny arrives right off the streets of New Orleans and is dedicated to bringing the best in traditional early jazz swing to audiences around the world.

March 23, 7:30 p.m.: Neil Berg’s 50 Years of Rock and Roll, Part 2 is back by popular demand and ready to take audiences on a musical journey from the 1950s to today.

March 30, 10 a.m.; March 31, 7:30 p.m.; April 1, 7:30 p.m., April 2, 2:30 p.m.: McKendree Theatre presents Silent Sky. People of all ages are invited to see Silent Sky, a production by the theatre students at McKendree. Admission is $5 with reduced prices for groups.

 

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