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Christian rock bands blend music, scripture at concert

By Deanna Frances | March 2, 2015

A background screen with lyrics allowed fans to sing along with Christian pop-rock band Casting Crowns on Friday.The band performed a two-hour, all-ages set featuring songs from its latest album, “Thrive,” and older crowd favorites at the Convocation...

Casting Crowns tickets on sale for Convo show

By Northern Star staff | February 16, 2015

Casting Crowns will perform 7 p.m. Feb. 27 at the Convocation Center.Casting Crowns is an award-winning religious singing group, according to the Convo’s website. Doors open at 6 p.m.Tickets start at $20 for groups of 10 or more, and groups receive...

Lucas Oil Monster Truck Nationals to celebrate Bigfoot Birthday Bash at Convo

By Northern Star staff | February 16, 2015

The Lucas Oil Monster Truck Nationals is celebrating the Bigfoot Birthday Bash 3 p.m. on Feb. 22 in the Convocation Center, according to the Convocation Center website.This event is part of the Smash Tour in celebration of the original monster truck celebrating...

Brad Paisley brought his Country Nation World Tour to the Convocation Center Thursday. The show featured sets from Parmalee and The Swon Brothers.

Paisley show keeps audience standing

By Deanna Frances | February 9, 2015

Opening bands Parmalee and The Swon Brothers joined country singer Brad Paisley on stage for two collaborative songs at their sold-out concert Thursday in the Convocation Center.The Swon Brothers opened the show with popular songs, including “Pretty...

TEAMDance Illinois to come to NIU Saturday

By Northern Star staff | February 9, 2015

The DeKalb County Convention and Visitors Bureau will host the TEAMDance Illinois championship Saturday at the Convocation Center.TEAMDance Illinois is an educationally based dance competition circuit for junior high, high school and collegiate-level...

Weekend Guide: Feb. 5

By Northern Star staff | February 5, 2015

Are you getting a little stir crazy from being snowed in? Get out this weekend and check out these local food and music events:TodayCountry singer Brad Paisley will perform 7:30 p.m. at the Convocation Center. The concert will also feature sets from bands,...

Brad Paisley performs on stage at the 48th annual CMA Awards at the Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2014, in Nashville, Tenn.

Pass, Fail: Rauner moves quickly with 1st changes, Convo needs more than country concerts

By Rachel Scaman | January 13, 2015

Pass: Rauner moves quickly with 1st changesWith Illinois being in such a bad financial state, it's a good thing Gov. Bruce Rauner started making changes immediately after his inauguration Monday.One of Rauner's plans is to have every state agency freeze...

 Musician Rick Springfield, producers Gina Matthews, Donna Roth and Susan Arnold attend the premiere of the film 13 Going on 30 at the Mann Village Theatre on April 14, 2004, in Los Angeles, California.

Rick Springfield, Casting Crowns to perform at Convocation Center in spring

By Northern Star Staff | December 12, 2014

Rick Springfield and Christian rock group Casting Crowns will perform at the Convocation Center in the spring.Tickets to see Springfield and his full band, who perform 7 p.m. May 15, go on sale 10 a.m. Dec. 19 and will cost $25 to $45. Tickets can be...

NIU football players celebrate in the locker room after beating the Western Michigan Broncos Friday at Waldo Stadium in Kalamazoo, Mich. NIU won, 31-21.

Pass/Fail: NIU offers low-priced tickets for game, Christmas music has started to spread

By Carl Nadig | December 4, 2014

Pass: NIU offers low-priced tickets for gameNIU is offering a financially reasonable deal for those who want to travel to the upcoming MAC Championship football game.NIU is providing students a chance to go to Ford Field in Detroit for $20. The fan package...

$1 tickets available for canned goods

By Northern Star Staff | December 1, 2014

Hoops for Soups will allow participants to watch the Dec. 17 women’s basketball game for a canned good and $1.Anyone who attends the 7 p.m. Dec. 17 basketball game versus Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville in the Convocation Center can donate...

Employees eligible for 100 free tickets

By Northern Star Staff | December 1, 2014

Faculty and staff are eligible to receive one free ticket to the MAC Championship game, which is Friday at Ford Field in Detroit.One hundred free tickets are available to employees who call 815-752-6800 or go to the ticket office at the Convocation Center.Tickets...

Pass/Fail: Country concert scheduled for February; Tickets for shows at Convo too expensive

By Carl Nadig | November 20, 2014

Pass: Country concert scheduled for FebruaryIt’s beneficial for students and efforts to boost university engagement when there’s a concert booked at the Convocation Center.Earlier this week, singer-songwriter Brad Paisley announced a performance to...

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