“Green Day’s American Idiot” Musical, “Don't Get Mad, Get Grad” Dance Concert, & Other CAM Events

“Green Day’s American Idiot” Musical, “Don't Get Mad, Get Grad” Dance Concert, & Other CAM Events
October 4, 2022
Coordinated by Nifemi Bola
CAM Media Contact: Jackie Swan

"Green Day’s American Idiot"
Music by Green Day, Lyrics by Billie Joe Armstrong, Book by Billie Joe Armstrong & Michael Mayer
Presented by the Department of Theatre & Musical Theatre
Directed by Kevin Crouch
Oct. 13–15, 2022 | 7:30 p.m. each evening, 2 p.m. Saturday matinee
Erica Starr Theatre, University Theatre Center
Contains adult content.

The two-time Tony Award-winning hit musical "Green Day's American Idiot," based on the Grammy™ Award-winning multi-platinum album, boldly takes the American musical where it's never gone before. This high-octane show includes every song from Green Day's album "American Idiot" as well as several songs from its follow-up release, "21st Century Breakdown."

We follow the stories of Johnny, Tunny, and Will as they struggle to find meaning in the suburban dystopia of a post-2020 world. How will they discover themselves in a society dictated by likes, followers, views, and comments? Join us to find out in this energy-fueled rock opera, "American Idiot," as Green Day's groundbreaking album of 2004 feels even more resonant today.

Tickets are available on the Box Office website for $12 in advance and $15 the week of the event. Season passes for $99 include 10 events of choice per year. SHSU students, faculty, and staff may redeem one free ticket per event with a valid Sam ID. Student tickets will be available the week of the event. Restrictions may apply. Contact the Box Office for details. www.shsutickets.com

"Don't Get Mad, Get Grad"
A Masters of Dance Concert
Presented by the Department of Dance
Oct. 20–21, 2022 | 8 p.m. each evening
Dance Theater, Gaertner Performing Arts Center

"Don’t Get Mad, Get Grad" represents a dozen unleashed imaginations. This October, journey through two evenings of movement, curiosity, and conceptual investigation choreographed by 12 MFA candidates. This performance features a range of choreographic styles and dance genres, making space for audiences of all movement preferences to dive into the world of dance.

Get loud with Stephanie (Estefania) Valle Cruz as she uplifts the stories of displaced Puerto Rican laborers. Let Nick Zack, Krysta Quiambao, Sarah Vickery, and Andrew Smith take your hand and lead you through a kaleidoscope of interpersonal relationships. Scream for the band alongside Sheena Kapila. Fling yourself into space with Jacob Regan and uncover the edges of your purpose with Lauren (Elsie) Smith. Whether you enjoy heists, hatters, or horses, there is a place for you in this surrealist split bill. Stand by for an evening of possibility.

Choreographers: Erin Ellis, Sheena Kapila, Jen Passios, Krysta Quiambao, Jacob Regan, Lauren Serrano, Andrew Smith, Lauren C. Smith, Stephanie (Estefania) Valle Cruz, Sarah E. Vickery, Natasha Wakim, & Nick Zack

About Masters of Dance

Masters of Dance (MOD) is a community of artists in the Dance MFA program at Sam Houston State University. The organization seeks to bridge the gap between collegiate classrooms and professional endeavors by providing platforms for graduate students to grow as passionate leaders, educators, and makers in the field of dance. The bi-annual MOD Concert pairs graduate choreographers with undergraduate performers to design and present a fully produced dance production to the broader Huntsville community. Learn more about MOD on the Department of Dance website.

School of Music Events

The School of Music hosts a variety of ticketed and non-ticketed performances throughout each academic year. The following performances are ticketed. For a full list of all School of Music events, visit shsu.edu/camevents.

Jazz Ensemble & Jazz Lab Bands Concert
Oct. 20, 2022 | 7:30 p.m.
Payne Concert Hall, Gaertner Performing Arts Center

Something "Opera" This Way Comes
Oct. 27–29, 2022 | 7:30 p.m.
Payne Concert Hall, Gaertner Performing Arts Center

Department of Art Exhibitions

The Department of Art hosts a variety of exhibitions throughout each academic year that are free to view during gallery hours. The following exhibition will be on display in the University Gallery, which is open Monday–Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For a full list of all Department of Art exhibitions, visit shsu.edu/camevents.

63rd Annual Faculty Exhibition
Works by SHSU Department of Art Faculty
Oct. 16 – Nov. 23, 2022
University Gallery, Dana G. Hoyt Fine Arts Building