Ricky Nelson Remembered Featuring Matthew and Gunnar Nelson

The 2026-27 Performing Arts Series opens with an interactive, multimedia rock ’n’ roll concert experience celebrating the groundbreaking career of Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Ricky Nelson.

Rising to fame on the television series “The Adventures of Ozzie & Harriet,” Ricky Nelson became one of America’s first teen idols and one of the most influential rock artists of his generation. He sold more than 140 million recordings and helped define the sound and style of early rock ’n’ roll.

His legacy lives on through his twin sons, Matthew and Gunnar Nelson, multiplatinum recording artists who honor their father’s music through live performance, personal stories, archival footage, and family memories.

The performance features Ricky Nelson classics such as “Poor Little Fool,” “Hello Mary Lou,” “Travelin’ Man,” “I’m Walking,” and “Garden Party,” as well as Matthew and Gunnar’s chart-topping songs “Love and Affection” and “After the Rain.”

As seventh-generation entertainers, Matthew and Gunnar bring authenticity and a deeply personal perspective to a timeless collection of songs that continues to resonate across generations.

Tickets are available at www.blinn.edu/boxoffice or by calling 979-830-4024.