APPLAUSE! Series


2023 – 2024 Season

Developing Community Through the Cultural Arts

Join Us for Music, Art, Dance, Food, and Fellowship. Here’s what the 2023 – 2024 season has in store for our community:


This year’s Western Heritage music spotlight features the world famous (AND Texas’ favorite) Western Swing band, Asleep at the Wheel! Curtain opens at 7:30 pm on Saturday, October 7th.

featuring Western Artist Brian Asher, opens at 6:00 pm on Saturday, October 7th.

The Jo & Tom Henderson Gallery is free to the public. Weekly hours are subject to change. To schedule a visit email Applause! today.


featuring the Sweetwater High School Jazz Band and special vocal guests, Eric Andries and Myngoe Brashears. Curtain opens at 7:30 pm on Saturday, November 4.

We Celebrate the Arts this month with a special local artists showcase!

Exhibit opens at 6:00.

The Jo & Tom Henderson Gallery is free to the public. Weekly hours are subject to change. To schedule a visit email Applause! today.

Painting by Lea Cleveland

featuring the Lubbock Christian University Choirs and Band and vocalist, Bryson Rule, Tenor. Curtain opens at 7:30 pm on Saturday, December 2nd.

Student Artwork Showcase opens at 6:00 pm on Saturday, December 2nd.

Student Art Reception
Sunday, Dec. 3 from 2-4 pm

The Jo & Tom Henderson Gallery is free to the public. Weekly hours are subject to change. To schedule a visit email Applause! today.

December Arts Education Events
5th Graders Student Tours
Student Showcase: Piano Recitals
SHS Pops Sensations
Fever Pitch Concert with SWAY Dancers


featuring the Abilene Christian University Gospel Choir and Band with local guest vocalists. Curtain opens at 7:30 pm on Saturday, February, 3rd.

This year’s artist spotlight TBD, opening at 6:00 pm on Saturday, February 3rd.

The Jo & Tom Henderson Gallery is free to the public. Weekly hours are subject to change. To schedule a visit email Applause! today.

Borrowed artwork by Mitch Moore

This March is dedicated to professional artist, Julie Lawther, and her work inspired by the love we have for our pets.

Exhibit opens with Meet the Artist at 6:00 pm on Saturday, March 2nd.

The Jo & Tom Henderson Gallery is free to the public. Weekly hours are subject to change. To schedule a visit email Applause! today.


featuring Los Matadores, Texas Tech University Mariachi Band and special guest, St. Vincent Ballet Folklorico.

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 7:30pm

Exhibit featuring TBD opens at 6:00 pm on Saturday, May 4.

The Jo & Tom Henderson Gallery is free to the public. Weekly hours are subject to change. To schedule a visit email Applause! today.