This Weekend Rundown Writeup includes events such as the “Mary Stuart” play from the NIU School of Theatre and Dance, a performance by the Kishwaukee Concert Band, a Saxophone Day event, OL&RO Trunk Show and an evening of tacos and jazz with Cole Brandt and Nina’s Tacos.
Date and Time: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday as well as at 2 p.m. Sunday.
Location: Black Box Theatre, Stevens Building.
Enjoy this performance by the NIU School of Theatre and Dance that tells the tale of a psychological conflict and drama between Elizabeth I and Mary Stuart, Queen of Scots set in the days before Stuart’s execution. Tickets cost $20 for adults, $18 for seniors and staff, $12 for non-NIU students and are free for NIU students when reserved in advance.
KISHWAUKEE CONCERT BAND PERFORMANCE
Date and Time: 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.
Location: Boutell Memorial Concert Hall, Music Building
The Kishwaukee Concert Band returns this weekend to perform in the Music Building. The concert is free for all to attend and requires no registration ahead of time.
Date and Time: 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday
Location: 11504 Keslinger Rd., Whiskey Acres Distilling Company
Enjoy jazz, rock and electronic dance music by Cole Brandt with authentic Mexican cuisine from Nina’s Tacos. Registration is not required.
Date and Time: 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturday.
Location: The Music Building
For both concert and jazz saxophonists, join Saxophone Professors Tom Snydacker and Geof Bradfield in a day filled with workshops, masterclasses and performances. Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. in the School of Music Concert Hall Lobby and no fee is required.
Date and Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.
Location: 265 W Peace Rd., Sycamore Greenhouse
Check out the Sycamore Greenhouse and enjoy an afternoon of shopping and coffee. Tickets are required for this event.
