Student Performances
The Division of Visual and Performing Arts
The Hett provides McKendree University students a state-of-the-art performance venue
in which to nurture and display their many talents. The University offers majors in
music, music education, music marketing, art, art education, theatre and musical theatre,
with minors in art, fine art, art history, dance, music and theatre. Students benefit
from small class sizes, one-on-one guidance, experienced faculty, master classes,
scholarship opportunities, and unique internships.
Music majors develop their skills as they prepare for careers in music performance,
education, church music, theatre or other opportunities in the arts. Students of all
disciplines are welcome to take music classes and participate in various ensembles.
Dr. Nancy Ypma, Professor of Music; Chair, Division of Visual and Performing Arts
Dr. Jennifer Moder, Assistant Professor of Music Education; Director of the Concert Band and Wind Ensemble
Dr. John McDonald, Assistant Professor of Music Education, Director of the Concert Choir
See amazing, innovative shows staged by student actors, designers, and technicians!
From entertaining comedies to thought-provoking dramas, from classics to original
works, students demonstrate their skills in acting, set construction, sound, and lighting
design.
Michelle Magnussen, Associate Professor of Theatre
Students express their creativity through ceramics, drawing, graphic design, painting,
digital media, photography, printmaking and sculpture. The McKendree University Gallery
of Art, at 224 St. Louis St. in downtown Lebanon, displays original works by students,
faculty members, and visiting artists. Exhibits and receptions are free and open to
the public.
Amy MacLennan, Associate Professor of Art; Director, McKendree University Gallery of Art
Kevin Kao, Assistant Professor of Art
Chamber Choir
Chamber Ensembles for Woodwind and Brass
Concert Band
Concert Choir
Dance Ensemble
Jazz Ensembles and Jazz Combo
Percussion Ensembles
Vocal Jazz Ensemble
Wind Ensemble
Vocals, choreography, staging, costuming and production combine for an entertaining,
energetic performance of songs in a variety of genres, from pop to gospel to Broadway.
Dr. John McDonald, Assistant Professor of Music Education, Director of the Concert Choir
The band performs at all home football games, hosts the annual Preview of Champions
Marching Band Competition, and sponsors Drum Corps International’s “DCI St. Louis”
show.
David Boggs, Director of Athletic Bands
McKendree University Series
Student and faculty performances present the best of McKendree University talent!
Admission is free (no ticket required) unless otherwise noted. Dates and times are subject to change.
Potpourri Concert
Thursday, October 4, 2018, 7:30 PM
Faculty Recital
Tuesday, October 9, 2018, 7:30 PM
“Legally Blonde: The Musical,” by the Theatre and Music Departments and Show Choir
Thursday, November 8 to Saturday, November 10, 2018, 7:30 PM
Sunday, November 11, 2018, 2:00 PM
Concert Band Concert
Monday, November 19, 2018, 7:30 PM
Marching Bearcat Band Concert
Friday, November 16, 2018, 7:30 PM
Dance Recital
Wednesday, November 28, 2018, 7:30 PM
Chamber Ensemble Concert
Thursday, November 29, 2018, 7:30 PM
Show Choir Christmas Spectacular
Saturday, December 1, 2018, 7:30 PM
Jazz Ensemble Concert
Monday, December 3, 2018, 7:30 PM
A McKendree Christmas!
Featuring the Concert Band, Concert Choir, Chamber Choir, Jazz and Wind Ensembles, Dance Ensemble, and a student art exhibit.
Friday, December 7, 2018, 7:30 PM
Theatre Department Play: “Dead Man’s Cell Phone”
Thursday, April 4 to Saturday, April 6, 2019, 7:30 PM
Sunday, April 7, 2019, 2:00 PM
Dance Recital
Thursday, April 25, 2019, 7:30 PM
Choral Concert
Friday, April 26, 2019, 7:30 PM
Jazz Ensemble Concert
Monday, April 29, 2019, 5:00 PM
Chamber Ensemble Concert
Tuesday, April 30, 2019, 7:30 PM
Concert Band Concert
Friday, May 3, 2019, 7:30 PM
Show Choir Finale: “This Is Me”
Saturday, May 4 and Sunday, May 5, 2019, 7:30 PM
