Russel E. and Fern M. Hettenhausen Center for the Arts

"The Hett" is Southern Illinois' premier performing arts venue, presenting world class dance, drama, classical music and jazz. The 488-seat auditorium is located on the McKendree University campus in Lebanon, Illinois, 25 miles from St. Louis.

 

 

 

Help us plan our 20th Anniversary Season

As we look forward to our 20th season next year, we want to look back at some of the acts that have made the past 19 seasons so special. What acts from the past would you like to see again at the Hett?

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Sierra Green and The Giants

Sierra Green and The Giants

Friday, Nov. 8, 2024   |  7:30 p.m.

Emerging as a vibrant musical force from the bustling streets of New Orleans, Sierra Green embodies a fusion of timeless soul with an irresistible contemporary allure, evoking the depth and grit of the genre's raw essence. Revered as the "Queen of Frenchmen Street," Sierra's roots delve deep into the rich musical soil of the city's 7th Ward—a historic breeding ground that nurtured legends such as Jelly Roll Morton, Sidney Bechet, and Allen Toussaint. Sierra's musical destiny is woven into the tapestry of this storied neighborhood, where her voice resonated in the church choir from the tender age of eight.

Sierra's artistic odyssey mirrors the resilience and profound soulfulness of her surroundings. Originating from humble beginnings, she captivated audiences along the iconic Frenchmen Street, eventually securing residencies in New Orleans' most esteemed clubs. Here, she meticulously curated her band, The Giants, handpicking the city’s finest musicians to refine her distinctive sound and command the stage with an undeniable presence.

Sierra stands poised and primed, where each moment behind the microphone holds the promise of an unforgettable evening—an embodiment of soulful melodies and magnetic performances that leave audiences moved, captivated, and inspired. Sierra Green isn't merely crafting music; she’s etching her legacy in the revered annals of musical history.


FRIENDS: $28.00 Adult / $24.00 Senior / $14.00 Youth

PUBLIC: $35.00 Adult / $30.00 Senior / $17.50 Youth

 

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Celtic Christmas

Celtic Christmas

Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024   |  7:30 p.m.

SOLD OUT - click here to join the waitlist

For the past 28 years, with a world-class ensemble of musicians, dancers and singers from both sides of the Atlantic, Tomáseen Foley’s A Celtic Christmas has played to packed concert halls and to critical acclaim nationwide, recreating on stage the now-famous Rambling House; that remote cottage in the West of Ireland, where the neighbors gather every year for a communal night before Christmas.

There, the rafters ring with fiery traditional music, Irish Christmas carols, riveting traditional dance and, of course, stories of life in the remote parish of Teampall an Ghleanntáin, Tomáseen’s birthplace. The show invites its audience to come into that cottage, into that world, into that era, with us, and be our neighbors for the night.


FRIENDS: $32.00 Adult / $28.00 Senior / $18.00 Youth

PUBLIC: $40.00 Adult / $35.00 Senior / $20.00 Youth

 

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USAF

United States Air Force Band of Mid-America Concert Band

Friday, Dec. 13, 2024  |  10 a.m. (Arts Education Series) - SOLD OUT

Friday, Dec. 13, 2024  |  7 p.m. - SOLD OUT, click here to join the waitlist

Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024  |  1 p.m. - SOLD OUT, click here to join the waitlist

Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024  |  7 p.m. - SOLD OUT, click here to join the waitlist

 

This diverse, 45-piece ensemble’s repertoire ranges from symphonic band masterworks to traditional marches, modern compositions, pop, and jazz.

A Hett holiday tradition! The talented musical ambassadors of Headquarters Air Mobility Command at Scott Air Force Base return for three joyful, uplifting performances. The 45 enlisted musicians and vocalists of the Band of Mid-America’s Concert Band represent the professionalism and excellence found throughout the U.S. Air Force. Their diverse repertoire includes symphonic masterworks, traditional marches, modern compositions, and jazz-inspired holiday music. Get your tickets early – these shows sell out fast!


ADMISSION IS FREE FOR FRIENDS & THE PUBLIC. TICKETS ARE REQUIRED.

Important Information: The auditorium doors will open 45 minutes prior to showtime. Reserved tickets for this event expire 15 minutes prior to showtime and ticket holders must arrive before then to be guaranteed their reserved seats. Once tickets expire, late-arriving ticket holders will be required to enter the standby line.

 

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