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Blackburn College Guest Artist and professional vocalist Meredith Pyle - woman sitting in a field with shoulder length hair

Concert – Meredith Pyle

Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

Blackburn's Department of Music & Theatre continues its Guest Artist Series February 6 - 10, 2023, featuring Los Angeles-based professional singer, actor, and teacher Meredith Pyle. The week-long residency at Blackburn will include educational opportunities open to the public and conclude with a free community concert. Known for her “vocal chameleon” versatility and strong musicianship, […]

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Close-up shot of hands playing a Steinway & Sons piano.

Music Annual Studio Recital

Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present its annual studio recital on Sunday, March 19, at 2:00 pm in Bothwell Auditorium. The concert is free and open to the public. This event will feature students participating in Blackburn’s Music program and will feature solo vocal and piano performances. The Blackburn Music program is […]

You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown (Spring Musical)

Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

Please email theatre@blackburn.edu for ticket information.   Directed by Dr. Collin Vorbeck Music Direction by Dr. Joseph Welch   CANCELLED -Friday, March 31 - 7:00 pm. Due to the severe weather warnings and in the interest of safety, the show on Friday, March 31 has been cancelled. Saturday, April 1 - 7:00 pm Sunday, April […]

You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown (Spring Musical)

Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

Please email theatre@blackburn.edu for ticket information.   Directed by Dr. Collin Vorbeck Music Direction by Dr. Joseph Welch   CANCELLED -Friday, March 31 - 7:00 pm. Due to the severe weather warnings and in the interest of safety, the show on Friday, March 31 has been cancelled. Saturday, April 1 - 7:00 pm Sunday, April […]

Spring Choir Concert

Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

In anticipation of their departure to perform in New York City, the Blackburn College Choir will present its final spring choir concert of the semester, "College Choir in New York City," on April 16, 2023, at 2:00 pm in Bothwell Auditorium. Songs from Robert Ray's Gospel Mass and New York-themed songs will be featured at […]

Blackburn Players – 10-Minute Play Festival

Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

The 10-Minute Play Festival is an annual event by the Blackburn Players, a Blackburn student club. They have 5-6 student directors choose their plays and then spend a month practicing for the performance. This year's Play Festival will be on April 28 at 7 pm.

Wide shot of the seats at the Bothwell Auditorium.

“Almost, Maine” – Theatrical Production

The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present their fall production “Almost, Maine” in Bothwell Auditorium on Friday, September 29, and Saturday, September 30, at 7 pm. A third performance is scheduled for Sunday, October 1 at 2 pm. Tickets are $10 to the public and free to any Blackburn students, faculty and […]

Wide shot of the seats at the Bothwell Auditorium.

“Almost, Maine” – Theatrical Production

The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present their fall production “Almost, Maine” in Bothwell Auditorium on Friday, September 29, and Saturday, September 30, at 7 pm. A third performance is scheduled for Sunday, October 1 at 2 pm. Tickets are $10 to the public and free to any Blackburn students, faculty and […]

Wide shot of the seats at the Bothwell Auditorium.

“Almost, Maine” – Theatrical Production

The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present their fall production “Almost, Maine” in Bothwell Auditorium on Friday, September 29, and Saturday, September 30, at 7 pm. A third performance is scheduled for Sunday, October 1 at 2 pm. Tickets are $10 to the public and free to any Blackburn students, faculty and […]

Blackburn Choir students performing at the Bothwell Auditorium as golden confetti sprinkles from above the stage.

Music Showcase

Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

The Blackburn Music Showcase will feature the Blackburn College Choir, along with several student soloists performing a variety of music representing the group’s upcoming season. This showcase is directed by Dr. Joseph Welch, Professor of Music at Blackburn, and accompaniment will be provided by adjunct professor Dr. See Tsai Chan.

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Blackburn College choir singing and standing on a platform, photographed on stage from the back of the stage facing towards the audience

Dream On: A Rock Concert

Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

A special rock concert featuring Blackburn’s Ensemble/Staged Production students, accompanied by a live band, will perform a wide variety of rock songs, ranging from classic to modern and somewhere in between. The theme, “Dream On,” is central to the focus of the Music department for this year: growth, goals, and dreams. Blackburn’s Voice Instructor, Professor […]

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Blackburn Choir students standing on stage at the Clegg Chapel. Blackburn Music professor, Joseph Welch, stand right next to them.

Christmas at Blackburn

Clegg Chapel (at Hudson Hall)

Blackburn College will celebrate the holiday season with its annual Christmas at Blackburn event. A Lessons and Carols service, the celebration will include the Blackburn College Choir and scripture readings presented by students, faculty, and community members. Blackburn’s Professor of Philosophy and Religion, Dr. Carter Aikin, will preside at the event. Music faculty Dr. Joseph […]

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