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MUSIC & ART

George Keeling (2002)

scientist, author, and autism advocate is enriching the lives of children right to our doorstep. Whether you're
will share her groundbreaking in Hockley County through arts interested in classical music, country
insights and personal story, offering education," added Keeling. "We legends, holiday celebrations, or
an opportunity to hear from one of the believe every child, no matter where thought-provoking lectures, this
most influential voices in science and they live, deserves the same access inaugural season offers numerous
advocacy. to arts education as their peers in opportunities to experience the arts
larger cities. By presenting free live in an intimate, beautifully restored
Other notable performances include performances for students of all ages setting.
uplifting Christian music with singer- starting this school year, we hope to
songwriter Josh Wilson (March 28, spark imagination, inspire learning, Connect and Learn More
2026) and heartfelt country storytelling and empower the next generation of
with Will Banister (January 31, 2026). leaders." For complete information about
upcoming shows, performance
A Mission to Invest in Education Located in the heart of downtown times, ticket prices, and purchasing
Levelland, the Wallace Theater is options, visit www.wallacetheater.
The Wallace Theater's journey back to com/upcoming-events. The theater's
prominence has been a labor of love a fully restored 1928 performance website includes details about
led by a committed board of directors, venue. It's mission is dedicated accessibility accommodations and
staff, and community leaders over the to enriching West Texas through group rates.
past decade. The 501(c)(3) non-profit arts, education, and community
organization has transformed the engagement. The theater offers The return of the Wallace Theater
nearly century-old venue into a world- accessible seating and amenities to marks an exciting new era for arts
class performing arts space while ensure all community members can and culture on the South Plains. As
preserving its historic character and enjoy its programming comfortably. the inaugural season unfolds, this
charm. Planning Your Visit historic venue once again becomes a
place where the community gathers,
In addition to entertaining audiences, Tickets for individual performances where memories are made, and
the Wallace is investing in the are available now, and the Wallace where the transformative power of
future of the region by providing Theater also offers season packages for live performance reminds us of what
arts education, creating learning those who want to experience multiple makes West Texas special.
opportunities, and fostering cultural shows. The venue is conveniently
enrichment to enhance the quality located in downtown Levelland, The Wallace Theater is located in
of life for Hockley County students. making it an easy drive from Lubbock downtown Levelland. As a non-profit,
This year the Wallace is working to and surrounding communities— it relies on donations to support its
provide all 4,500 students in Hockley perfect for a special evening out or a programs, including arts education for
County with the opportunity to see a matinee performance. area students. To learn more, visit
performance at no cost, thanks to the www.wallacetheater.com.
generosity of donors. For seniors looking to enjoy quality
entertainment without traveling to
"In addition to entertaining our larger cities, the Wallace Theater
guests, a core part of our mission brings world-class performances

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