American Idiot
About American Idiot
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The raucous, award winning, rock and roll spectacular, American Idiot, is coming to the Mabie Stage at the University of Iowa! The punk musical chronicles the journey of three young men as they search for meaning in a hypocritical world. A compelling story, unforgettable music, and thrilling movement fill this anthem for a new generation.
American Idiot contains material that may be offensive or inappropriate for some individuals. Please be advised that graphic language, the depiction of drug use, and sexual content are all a part of this production. This production uses aggressive reoccurring strobe effects and theatrical haze.
American Idiot is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI, 421 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019. Tel.: (212) 541-4684. Fax: (212) 397-4684. www.MTIShows.com.
Cast
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Johnny | Aaron Brewer |
| Tunny | Sage Spiker* |
| Will | Skyler Matthias* |
| St. Jimmy | Christopher Matheson* |
| Whatsername | Niki-Charisse Franco* |
| The Extraordinary Girl | Madeline Ascherl* |
| Heather | Maya Bassuk* |
| Alysha | Sydney Alexander* |
| Brian | Brian Canchola* |
| Sweetie | Ariel Davis* |
| Chase | Vince Doud* |
| Janet | Rachele Ekstrand* |
| Joshua/Favorite Son | Yannik Encarnacao* |
| Leslie | McKenna Goodman* |
| Gerard/Rock & Roll Boyfriend | Kit Grassi* |
| Theo | Adam Koob* |
| Mary | Megan Kordick* |
| Libby | Rachel Sather* |
| Christina | Jenna Smithson* |
| Declan | Tyler Stone* |
| Brad | Damitri Taylor* |
| Ben | Chris Walbert* |
| Diana | Anna Wells* |
| Rebecca | Paige Boche* |
Artistic Team
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Direction | John Cameron** |
| Choreography | John Cameron**, Alvon Reed** |
| Musical Director | Frankie Rose* |
| Scenic Designer | R. Eric Stone*** |
| Assistant Scenic Designer | Lucas P. Ingram |
| Lighting/Media Designer | Bryon Winn*** |
| Assistant Lighting Designer | Alex Casillas |
| Costume Designer | Loyce Arthur*** |
| Assistant Costume Designer | Ruben Lebron Villegas |
| Assistant Costume Designer | Hayley Ryan |
| Sound Designer | Bri Atwood |
| Silks Choreography | Michelle Greensmith |
| Fight Choreography | Paul Kalina** |
| Vocal Coach | Anne Marie Nest** |
| Stage Manager | Kelsey Petersen |
| Assistant Stage Manager | Nathan Brauner |
| Assistant Stage Manager | Alison Kochman** |
*Undergraduate student. UI Theatre is dedicated to providing hands-on theatre experience for both undergraduate and graduate students.
**Member of Actors’ Equity Association, The Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States.
***Member of the United Scenic Artists, Local 829.
Tickets
Tickets are available through the Hancher Box Office.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the Hancher Box Office in advance at 319.335.1158.
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