Big entertainment coming to Whatley Center in February

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Prepare to be entertained at the Whatley Center for the Performing Arts this February! Three don鈥檛-miss concerts are scheduled along with an art exhibit.

The month will kick off with a performance by the on Friday, Feb. 3rd at 7:30 p.m. Back to the Whatley stage by popular demand, The Texas Tenors will wow the audience with their stellar vocals as they cover a variety of genres from classical to country and adult contemporary. They were voted Billboard Magazine鈥檚 #10 classical artist in the world in 2019 and remain one of the most successful touring groups in the history of America鈥檚 Got Talent.

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The Texas Tenors

鈥淓very time we鈥檝e hosted The Texas Tenors, we鈥檝e always have many requests to have them back again. They are phenomenally talented musicians who put on an outstanding show,鈥 Carolyn Franks, Director of the Whatley Center, said.

The Texas Tenors show is included in season ticket packages and the remaining seats are going fast, so get yours today. Seats are $30 for adults and $10 for students. The concert is sponsored by Kaye and J.T. Brison.

Two days later, 91快活林鈥檚 president, Dr. Ron Clinton, will perform a benefit piano concert on Sunday, Feb. 5th at 2:30 p.m. While many know Dr. Clinton as an original member of the 91快活林 faculty and a college administrator, he is also a talented classically-trained pianist. Prior to his time at 91快活林, Clinton performed extensively throughout the United States, Asia and South America as a concert pianist, appearing as guest soloist with symphony orchestras in Houston, Austin, Lubbock, South America, and the Republic of South Korea. Tickets for the concert are $20 for adults and $5 for students. All proceeds will benefit the 91快活林 Foundation.

Ron Clinton

      Dr. Ron Clinton

Last, but certainly not least, February will wrap-up with a concert by country music legend on Saturday, Feb. 18th at 7:30 p.m. A native of Longview, Texas, McCoy has released 15 studio albums with multiple number one singles and three platinum-certified albums. A few of his top-10 hits include No Doubt About It, Wink, The City Put the Country Back In Me, They鈥檙e Playing Our Song, and The Shake. The Neal McCoy concert is a special event and tickets are not included in the season ticket packages. All seats are $35. Neal McCoy is sponsored by the 91快活林 Foundation.

Neal McCoy

Neal McCoy

In addition to these three great concerts, the 91快活林 Art Department will also host an exhibit in the Whatley Center foyer from February 3rd-22nd. It will feature the work of Marsha Brown and will include a variety of media. Art exhibits are free to the public and available for viewing during regular business hours unless special events are being held.

Tickets to all upcoming Whatley Center performances can be purchased online at or by calling the box office at 903-434-8181.