McKendree University

A drawing by McKendree University art major Shakalya Clark was chosen for the April cover of Gesso magazine, a monthly publication devoted to local art, music and culture.

"This is Me," the McKendree University Show Choir Spring Finale on May 4 at the Hett, will feature popular songs that inspire empowerment and self-confidence.

The McKendree Universtiy Theatre Department presents "Dead Man's Cell Phone," Apr. 4-7 at the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts.

Two McKendree University students will exhibit at Art St. Louis' "Varsity Art XXIII," an invitational show to be held March 1-28, featuring the original work of 41 students from 21 Missouri and Illinois colleges and universities.

A large ensemble cast will take the stage by pink storm in this fun, upbeat story of self-discovery, Nov. 9-11 at McKendree University's Hettenhausen Center for the Arts.

Senior art majors Brian Lyman and Ben Richter have been selected to represent McKendree University at Art St. Louis' "Varsity Art XXII," a multi-media show to be held in March, featuring original works by 42 St. Louis regional art students representing 21 local colleges and universities.

Artwork by McKendree University students has been accepted by the Illinois Board of Higher Education for its third annual long-term exhibition at the Springfield, Ill., office throughout 2018.

The McKendree University Show Choir is a talented, versatile group of student vocalists and musicians that entertains on campus and in local communities. The Fall Recital on Oct. 13 is a showcase for members' individual vocal talents in contemporary musical theater, pop, R&B, jazz and more. The group will also perform during downtown Lebanon's Victorian Holidays on Nov. 18, and at a "Christmas Spectacular" show on Dec. 1 at the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts.

The McKendree University Department of Theatre presents "The Green Bird," an 18th century commedia dell'arte play by Carlo Gozzi, Nov. 2-5 at the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts on campus. Performances are on Nov. 2 and 3 at 7:30 p.m., Nov. 4 at 1:30 p.m., and Nov. 5 at 2:30 p.m. Admission is free.

The McKendree University Show Choir's spring performance, "Time," showcases superior student talent with group and specialty acts. See it April 21-22 at 7:30 p.m. at the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts.

The McKendree University Theatre Department presents "The Laramie Project: Ten Years Later" at the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts, March 30 to April 2.

See what McKendree University students have created in their fall semester art classes during the All Students Art Show, Dec. 1-11.

A beautiful and sassy criminal mastermind is the inspiration for the McKendree University Show Choir's 2016 finale show, "Carmen," April 23-24 at the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts.

McKendree University theatre, music and dance students present the musical mystery comedy "Curtains," with music and lyrics by Kander and Ebb, at the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts for three performances, Nov. 4-6.

To honor the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare's passing, the Theatre Department performed his classic comedy "A Midsummer Night's Dream" at the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts March 3-6.

McKendree University theatre students present "Almost, Maine," nine vignettes about love--with a few surprise endings--at the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts for four performances, Nov. 5-8.

The McKendree University Show Choir presents its much anticipated debut performance of "Marilyn" on April 25-26 at the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts.

"The McKendree Story Project," an original theatre production, shares personal stories of current and former students, faculty, staff and alumni at the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts, March 26-29.

The "Eight: 8" exhibition of paintings, collage and sculpture is the culmination of McKendree senior art students' creative experience.

The cast and crew of "Blithe Spirit" bring Noel Coward's otherworldly classic English comedy to the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts for four performances, March 27-30.

See "A Delightful Quarantine," a heartwarming dramatic comedy about visitors brought together unexpectedly, at theHettenhausen Center for the Arts for four performances, Nov. 6-9.

McKendree University celebrates the holiday season with two Christmas concerts at the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts.

See what McKendree University students have created in their fall semester art classes during the All Student Show, Dec. 5-23.

The Marching Bearcat Band and PomCat dance team wrap up their highly successful 2013 season in a free concert on Nov. 22.

The 70-member Marching Bearcat Band performs during pre-game and halftime at McKendree football games, entertains at the "Preview of Champions" high school contest (Sept. 28) and other campus activities, and keeps the crowd pumped during basketball season. Its annual "Live in Concert" performance is on Friday, Nov. 22.

The McKendree University theater program takes on reality television with "The Dead Guy," a satire about the entertainment industry.

The following McKendree University senior art majors' work will be featured in an exhibition at the McKendree Gallery of Art, 224 West St. Louis St., in Lebanon, Ill.:

McKendree University students will perform Broadway show tunes in a Spring Choral Concert on Friday, April 26 at the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts on the Lebanon, Ill., campus.

Artwork by the following local students is featured at an All Student Show at the McKendree Gallery of Art, 224 West St. Louis St., in Lebanon, Ill.:

The following local students are participating in "Somewhere in Between," a quirky romantic comedy to be performed at McKendree University's Hettenhausen Center for the Arts, Feb. 28 to March 3: