The Dean of Students Office, Vandal Health Education, and the Idaho Repertory Theatre present “Every Brilliant Thing” starring Assistant Professor Craig A. Miller from the UI Department of Theatre. The life-affirming play is set to take place at 7 p.m. on Sept. 7 and 2 p.m. on Sept. 8 in the Forge Theater.
The play consists of highs, lows, wins, losses, and overall complexities, as well as the universal emotions that every human deals with. Written by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe, “Every Brilliant Thing” is meant to connect the audience through life’s struggles, while also embracing its euphony. The play is 60 minutes long and will be followed by a Q&A with the Dean of Student Office, Vandal Health Education, and the Counseling and Mental Health Center.
According to University of Idaho News, assistant director of Health Promotion at Student Health Services Amanda Ferstead says, “It is not often that media portrayals of mental health get it right, but this show is full of hope, help and strength.” This will be the second consecutive year of “Every Brilliant Thing” being hosted at UI, ensuring a connection to suicide awareness for campus and the community. The showing is on Saturday and Sunday; all are free to attend. Tickets can be reserved online here.
For more information about the Department of Theatre Arts and its event schedule, visit here.
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