THE BARNHILL CENTER ANNOUNCES 2027 ENTERTAINMENT SEASON
The Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre in downtown Brenham opens up ticket sales on Monday for its next season of live performances.
The new season is set to bring a diverse collection of shows to Brenham, from prominent country stars, to rock and roll shows, to comedy. Patrons can discover new artists and enjoy established favorites.
TBC Producer Sharon Brass says The Barnhill Center is continuing to broaden its offerings with artists the community will love.
The new year’s lineup of shows features:
(show descriptions courtesy The Barnhill Center)
Saturday, January 16: Sons of the Pioneers
Winner of more top awards than any other group in the history of Western music, and one of the most requested from TBC audiences. They first formed in 1933 with Roy Rodgers in the group. Since then, this legendary band has rotated gifted musicians who thrill audiences with songs that bring visions of the majestic American West.
Saturday, February 13: The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra Valentines Show
Some of the greatest love songs of all time from Broadway, Pop, Country, Rock and Motown. The singers in this large band have irresistible charm to rival the world’s most legendary crooners.
Saturday, March 6: Creedence Revived
The Premier Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute Band. One of the most highly sought-after tribute groups, playing Rock music that is a staple on American Classic Rock radio today. They consistently sell out shows around the world for crowds up to 30,000.
Saturday, April 3: Michael Martin Murphey
The original Cosmic Cowboy consistently topped Country, Pop, Western and Bluegrass charts throughout his 50-year career. He influenced and participated with Willie Nelson and others who first created the County “Outlaw” movement. Murphey won many awards for his music and his lifetime of Western Heritage educational projects. Inducted into multiple Halls of Fame. Back on our stage for the third time by audience demand.
Saturday, May 15: Strait to Amarillo
This is the closest you can get to a George Strait concert, and you’ll even forget it’s a tribute. You’ll hear decades of classic hits performed with heart and precision, and you’ll be amazed by the authentic onstage persona to match Strait’s performances.
Saturday, June 12: The Seger System
The Ultimate Bob Seger Tribute. This group expertly recreates the look, feel and sound of Rock icons Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band. You’ll hear their greatest hits delivered by a lead singer who sounds like Seger himself.
Friday, July 9: An Intimate Evening with Larry Gatlin
This special solo show highlights his biggest hits and his most colorful stories about growing up in the music industry. He's a storyteller in the truest sense, and his life is a legend that is still being written. Follow his journey to stardom and his experiences with other big stars. Back on our stage for the fourth time due to audience requests.
Saturday, August 14: The Doobie Others
A seven-piece group that recreates the world-famous sound and style of Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Famers, the Doobie Brothers. Their biggest hits are delivered with stunning accuracy and the same powerful vocals and harmonies you’d expect.
Saturday, September 11: Boys in the Band – The Alabama Tribute
A high energy show with note-for-note reproduction of Alabama’s biggest hits. For 50 years, Alabama reigned as the greatest Country band of all time, but also crossed genres to Southern Rock, Bluegrass and Pop. You’ll sing along to every song.
Saturday, October 2: Comedian Rex Havens
A laugh-a-minute look at men, women, love, marriage and families, with insightful observations about the hilarious miscommunications that populate our lives. All with clean, clever, positive humor and tasteful sophistication.
Saturday, October 23: The Music of Billy Joel & Elton John starring Michael Cavanaugh
Famous for his portrayal of Billy Joel in the long-running Broadway hit, Movin’ Out, which won both Grammy and Tony nominations. Handpicked by Billy Joel for the starring role to portray himself.
Saturday, November 20: The Hot Club of Cowtown
An internationally acclaimed acoustic trio that seamlessly integrates Western Swing, Country, Folk and hot Gypsy Jazz. Inducted into 3 Halls of Fame and won numerous additional awards while touring the world.
Friday, December 17: The Texas Tenors – Deep in the Heart of Christmas
This classically trained trio performs Christmas songs in a beautiful show, musically and visually. Back on our stage for the third time! Since they were here last, they were inducted into the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame.
Each subscriber level has early access to shows, beginning with Gold subscriber renewals on Monday, Silver and Bronze subscribers on November 2nd, and new subscribers on November 5th. Tickets go on sale to the public on November 9th.
Tickets can be purchased by going online to https://thebarnhillcenter.com or calling the box office at 979-337-7240.