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Kevin Spears: KalimbaMan
January 9 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The Jackson Theatre is excited to announce that Kevin Spears, known as the “KalimbaMan”, will perform live on the Ballad Health Stage on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at 8 p.m.
Experience the magic of Kevin Spears, where tradition meets innovation and music moves your soul. Hailed as one of the best kalimba players alive today, Kevin Spears transforms the traditional African instrument into something truly extraordinary. Combining rhythm, groove, and soul, Spears delivers a one-of-a-kind performance that captivates audiences and pushes musical boundaries.
Described by AfroPop Worldwide as creating “a soulful, funky sound that would make Stevie Wonder smile,” Kevin’s music blends world, jazz, and funk into an experience that’s unforgettable. Benoit Glazer, musical director for Cirque du Soleil, says: “Kevin Spears puts on a performance full of groove, sound, and intimacy that draws you into his unique yet universal world.”
Spears has performed worldwide, sharing stages with legends like Jill Scott, Rising Appalachia, Victor Wooten, and even headlining the Earth, Wind & Fire Tribute to Maurice White. His performances have taken him to TEDx, the Montreux Jazz Festival, the LEAF Festival, and beyond.
Tickets, ranging in price from $10-20, can be purchased online at thejacksontheatre.com or by calling the Jackson Theatre Box Office at 423.788.4909. The Jackson Theatre is proud to bring world-class entertainment to Jonesborough, TN. For tickets and updates, follow us on social media or visit thejacksontheatre.com.
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About the Jackson Theatre: Originally the only theater in downtown Jonesborough from the 1920s to the 1960s, the Jackson Theatre has now been fully restored in the heart of historic downtown. Serving as a vibrant hub for the arts, the Jackson Theatre now operates as a music venue, theater, and film house, bringing entertainment and culture to the community once again.
About the Town of Jonesborough: A unique 18th century town nestled in the Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, Jonesborough’s natural beauty, charming architecture, and storytelling heritage have attracted visitors worldwide. Stay a day, a week or forever, and create your own stories in beautiful Historic Jonesborough.
