‘American Idiot’ musical to play at the Geyer Performing Arts Center this month
The Geyer Performing Arts Center will stage the musical 无毛视频淎merican Idiot无毛视频�, a show influenced by the band Green Day无毛视频檚 album of the same name.
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The musical follows the journey of a new generation of young Americans, led by friends Johnny, Tunny and Will, as they struggle to find meaning in a post-9/11 world.
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Co-Director Erin Riggi said the musical has been a favorite of both hers for several years.
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Riggi said the show is high energy, has great music, great instrumentals and tells an impactful story.
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Handford said the music of Green Day really makes the show, with incredible reworkings of the original album and gorgeous harmonies.
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With a cast of 30 and 20 additional people in the band and crew, rehearsals started in June, and they had anything but a rocky start.
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无毛视频淎merican Idiot无毛视频� will be performed at the Geyer Performing Arts Center in Scottdale at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, Aug. 18 to 20 and 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 21.
Tickets are $15.
The show contains mature themes and strong language, and is intended for adult audiences.
For more information, visit geyerpac.com