Trinity Christian College Presents A Weekend of Dance And Music

PALOS HEIGHTS, IL — Join Ballet 5:8 and Trinity Christian College for an unforgettable evening of dance and song. The college’s annual “Celebration of the Arts” will take place in the Marg Kallemeyn Theater in the Art and Communication Center on Trinity’s campus, 6601 W. College Dr., Palos Heights. There will be two performances at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7 and at 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8

“In the Between,” this year’s theme, will feature collaborative performances between Trinity’s Gospel Choir, Theatre, and Music Department Faculty, and excerpts from Ballet 5:8’s 4501 and Brothers & Sisters.

Currently, 2,298,300 men and women sit in the U.S. prison system waiting for release. But lost in the expansive numbers and systemic social issues is the humanity of each individual. Ballet 5:8’s 4501 tells a story based on the true experiences of three former prisoners.

Tickets are $10, and $5 for students. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit Ballet 5:8’s website and 312-725-4752.

Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra, Saturday, Feb. 8

The Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra presents an All Tchaikovsky program starting at 7:30 pm. Violinist William Hagen joins IPO for his standout rendition of Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto following impressive performances at Grant Park Music Festival in 2018. The program is completed with “Dance of the Tumblers” from The Snow Maiden and Symphony No. 2.

The IPO is in residence at Ozinga Chapel Auditorium on the campus of Trinity Christian College, 6601 W. College Dr., Palos Heights. Tickets are $27 and must be purchased in advance. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the IPO website. Please note that tickets will not be sold at the door; tickets purchased in advance may be picked up at the will call window.

Now in its 42nd season, the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra (IPO) is a leading performing arts organization in Chicago’s Southland providing professional orchestral music of beauty and excellence to the region. IPO’s repertoire ranges from Baroque and Classical masterpieces, to world premieres and modern favorites.