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LIVE: MOSCOW COMEDY
MAY 28-30
This is the Turning Point
APRIL 28
6 p.m. (GA: Doors open at 5:30 p.m.)
ICCU Arena
The University of Idaho TPUSA chapter will host the This Is the Turning Point Tour featuring Michael Knowles and Matt Walsh. The event is part of a national tour that encourages open dialogue and emphasizes the importance of using one’s voice in support of free speech.
Ticket Info: General admission tickets will be distributed at the door on a first-come, first-served basis, so guests are encouraged to arrive early to secure a seat. College students will have a separate entry line and will receive priority over general admission guests.
Security policy: No bags allowed.
AUG 28
ICCU ARENA
Dustin Lynch has “built one of the most consistent recording careers in modern country music” (Billboard), achieving 10 #1s; four Top 5 albums; MULTI-PLATINUM status with 10 RIAA-certified singles; and tallying over 6 BILLION cumulative global streams.
Rolling out new music beginning with the chill summer jam “Easy To Love,” Dustin marked his milestone 10th #1 with “Chevrolet (feat. Jelly Roll)” from his sixth studio album Killed The Cowboy (BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville).
The follow-up to Blue In The Sky, which delivered the history-making 2X PLATINUM, six-week #1 “Thinking ‘Bout You (feat. MacKenzie Porter)” – the most-played song at Country radio in 2022 landing at #1 on the Mediabase and #2 on the Billboard Year-End Country Airplay charts – and also featured hit singles: #1 “Stars Like Confetti” and “Party Mode.”
Co-headlining the TWO FOR THE ROAD TOUR with Scotty McCreery this fall, Lynch has headlined packed venues to sold-out crowds like his latest Killed The Cowboy Tour, in addition to touring with Country’s biggest names including Kane Brown, Luke Bryan, Florida Georgia Line, Brad Paisley, and Blake Shelton.
Hosting his see-and-be-seen pool parties for the last decade, Lynch marks Wynn Nightlife’s first-ever country music artist residency in Las Vegas with his 2025 club set.
Most recently, he expanded his sound with the Club Set Remixes EP – a genre-blending project featuring high-energy dance remixes of his biggest hits by top DJs including MOONLGHT and MC4D.
Since his PLATINUM breakout “Cowboys and Angels” in 2012, the Tennessee native has earned industry recognition as a Grand Ole Opry member, as well as high-profile nominations for the Academy of Country Music Awards, American Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, iHeartRadio Music Awards, and CMT Music Awards.
Adrien Nunez - A college athlete turned mega-influencer, and now rising country star - Adrien Nunez has consistently found ways to connect with his fans. Originally from Brooklyn, NY, after his time as a basketball star at the University of Michigan, Adrien has turned back to his original passion of music.
After a move to LA, Nunez carved out a path as a successful influencer. Known for his signature red glasses and reaction videos, Adrien found a way to resonate with the masses by supporting some of the breakout stars in country music, including having a helping hand in the massive success of Shaboozey’s “A Bar Song (Tipsy)”.
Having been so supportive of other creatives, now Adrien’s taken on the challenge himself to wild success as he releases his own music. His first single “LOW ROAD” was a viral hit that has garnered millions of streams and captivated new and old fans alike. Country Night is quickly becoming a fixture in Modern Country.
Country Night - Blending timeless country classics with fresh, new sounds to create unforgettable madness.
With high-energy DJ sets & viral moments the North Carolina natives have landed co-signs from Fisher, Brandi Cyrus, & Midland, while sharing stages with Shaboozey and Dasha.
Country Night is quickly becoming a fixture in Modern Country.
OCT 13
ICCU ARENA
The midwest, particularly the part of the midwest Eric D. Johnson hails from, is a largely flat expanse. Zipping through it on the highway, you'll see cities and towns rise up in the distance, but blink and you'll miss other man-made rejoinders to horizontal living dotting the landscape, hill after hill, built from the refuse of the past: landfills. Some of these hills make for great sledding spots, parks, and trails. Others turn organic waste into compost. The Landfill, Fruit Bats' June 12, 2026 album from Merge Records, is something else entirely: a mountain dominating the landscape of Johnson's heart.
This being a Fruit Bats record, one scales that mountain to take in the view, to see the future spread out as wide and endless as the midwestern plains. "But the mountain that gives us this vantage point," Johnson says, "is made out of the trash that we've created, the collective weight of the past ad where it's taken us." When he details that view on title track and lead single "The Landfill" - "a holy vision / of what could be / and couldn't be / and could have been" - it's thrilling to hear him sent soaring by a full complement of instruments. But what's truly stunning is how, in his recontouring from could to couldn't to could have been, he has lost none of the vulnerability that was brought to the foreground of his songwriting by 2025's solo outing, Baby Man.
Young the Giant
with Rec Hall
MAY 7
FINALS FEST
ICCU ARENA
TICKETS GO ON SALE MARCH 24
(10 a.m. Pacific)
Young the Giant
Over the past fifteen years, the multi-platinum Southern California band has flourished through distinct sonic eras, progressively solidifying itself as one of the most consistent and influential rock bands of the 21st century.
On their sixth full-length album and Fearless Records debut, Victory Garden, Young the Giant reconnects with the core experience of 100% band collaboration, writing and recording together as a unit in one room. Written largely during writing retreats in Idyllwild and Joshua Tree and produced by Brendan O’Brien (Springsteen, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden) at Henson Studios in Hollywood, Victory Garden is a cohesive album experience that both inspires and enthralls.
Lyrically, the album is rooted in radical empathy, showcasing the band’s songwriting instincts at its most immediate and heartfelt. Musically, Victory Garden showcases the seasoned artist’s collective performances at their intuitive height. The result is a prolific record that beckons a new season of creative fertility for the band and presents Young the Giant as confident, refined, and fully inhabiting its voice.
Rec Hall
Rec Hall is an indie band from Southern California formed by lifelong friends John Bary, Lance Meliota and Ben Tyrell. The trio, often described as “beachy,” fuses funky rhythms and post-punk tones to form their own unique sound. The band recently hit the road with lovelytheband, opening their national Conversations With Myself About You tour, performing their debut single “She Doesn’t Get It” along with other new songs. Since returning from that tour, Rec Hall has been hard at work writing and recording new music. They are currently gearing up for the release of their first EP and looking forward to more touring. To date, “She Doesn’t Get It” has garnered over 12.5 million streams and was the #1 requested song 4 weeks in a row on KROQ’s Locals Only. The trio was also selected for Alt Nation’s Advanced Placement on Sirius XM and was featured on Ted Stryker’s nationally syndicated “Out of Order” show.
Young the Giant
with Rec Hall
MAY 7
FINALS FEST
ICCU ARENA
Young the Giant
Over the past fifteen years, the multi-platinum Southern California band has flourished through distinct sonic eras, progressively solidifying itself as one of the most consistent and influential rock bands of the 21st century.
On their sixth full-length album and Fearless Records debut, Victory Garden, Young the Giant reconnects with the core experience of 100% band collaboration, writing and recording together as a unit in one room. Written largely during writing retreats in Idyllwild and Joshua Tree and produced by Brendan O’Brien (Springsteen, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden) at Henson Studios in Hollywood, Victory Garden is a cohesive album experience that both inspires and enthralls.
Lyrically, the album is rooted in radical empathy, showcasing the band’s songwriting instincts at its most immediate and heartfelt. Musically, Victory Garden showcases the seasoned artist’s collective performances at their intuitive height. The result is a prolific record that beckons a new season of creative fertility for the band and presents Young the Giant as confident, refined, and fully inhabiting its voice.
Rec Hall
Rec Hall is an indie band from Southern California formed by lifelong friends John Bary, Lance Meliota and Ben Tyrell. The trio, often described as “beachy,” fuses funky rhythms and post-punk tones to form their own unique sound. The band recently hit the road with lovelytheband, opening their national Conversations With Myself About You tour, performing their debut single “She Doesn’t Get It” along with other new songs. Since returning from that tour, Rec Hall has been hard at work writing and recording new music. They are currently gearing up for the release of their first EP and looking forward to more touring. To date, “She Doesn’t Get It” has garnered over 12.5 million streams and was the #1 requested song 4 weeks in a row on KROQ’s Locals Only. The trio was also selected for Alt Nation’s Advanced Placement on Sirius XM and was featured on Ted Stryker’s nationally syndicated “Out of Order” show.
LIL JON
APR 10
Parent and Family Weekend
ICCU ARENA
TICKETS GO ON SALE MARCH 9
(10 a.m. Pacific)
For the last decade plus, the words “YEAH,” “OK” and “WHAT” have been synonymous with multi-platinum, Grammy award winning artist Lil Jon. He has been one of the most prominent figures in music and pop culture alike, performing for hundreds of thousands of fans with Usher & Ludacris, Afrojack, Steve Aoki, Pitbull, TLC (on FOX’s American Idol), Yandel, LMFAO and Sydney Samson just to name a few.
In 2014, Lil Jon proved once again he’s a powerhouse artist teaming up with DJ Snake for their smash hit “Turn Down For What,” which created a massive worldwide craze. The string of hit songs haven’t stop after that including “Bend Ova” feat. Tyga, “Prison Riot” with Flosstradamus, “Get Loose,” (out on DIM MAK) and singles “Live The Night,” with Hardwell “Savage,” with Borgeous and Riggi & Piros and “Take It Off” featuring Yandel and Becky G.
His success as a mainstay in the DJ-world is evident with a current residency at Hakkasan Nightclub (MGM Grand) along with Jewel Nightclub at Aria Resort & Casino. Previously, Lil Jon had a DJ residency for over five years at the Wynn/Encore (Surrender, Tryst, XS), even being named the Las Vegas Resident DJ of The Year. He has traveled the globe DJing worldwide in places such as, but not limited to France, Germany, South Korea, China, India, Dubai, London, Mexico and Australia.
His consistent hit making has earned him legions of fans from Los Angeles to New York to the Midwest and of course his native region, the South. This is no more evident as Lil Jon won BMI’s Songwriter of the Year award as well as scored eight Billboard Awards (for the two hit Usher tracks “Yeah!” and “Lovers and Friends”), a Grammy, a Radio Music Award, a BET award, two MTV Video Music Awards, and an American Music Award.
LIL JON
APR 10
Parent and Family Weekend
ICCU ARENA
For the last decade plus, the words “YEAH,” “OK” and “WHAT” have been synonymous with multi-platinum, Grammy award winning artist Lil Jon. He has been one of the most prominent figures in music and pop culture alike, performing for hundreds of thousands of fans with Usher & Ludacris, Afrojack, Steve Aoki, Pitbull, TLC (on FOX’s American Idol), Yandel, LMFAO and Sydney Samson just to name a few.
In 2014, Lil Jon proved once again he’s a powerhouse artist teaming up with DJ Snake for their smash hit “Turn Down For What,” which created a massive worldwide craze. The string of hit songs haven’t stop after that including “Bend Ova” feat. Tyga, “Prison Riot” with Flosstradamus, “Get Loose,” (out on DIM MAK) and singles “Live The Night,” with Hardwell “Savage,” with Borgeous and Riggi & Piros and “Take It Off” featuring Yandel and Becky G.
His success as a mainstay in the DJ-world is evident with a current residency at Hakkasan Nightclub (MGM Grand) along with Jewel Nightclub at Aria Resort & Casino. Previously, Lil Jon had a DJ residency for over five years at the Wynn/Encore (Surrender, Tryst, XS), even being named the Las Vegas Resident DJ of The Year. He has traveled the globe DJing worldwide in places such as, but not limited to France, Germany, South Korea, China, India, Dubai, London, Mexico and Australia.
His consistent hit making has earned him legions of fans from Los Angeles to New York to the Midwest and of course his native region, the South. This is no more evident as Lil Jon won BMI’s Songwriter of the Year award as well as scored eight Billboard Awards (for the two hit Usher tracks “Yeah!” and “Lovers and Friends”), a Grammy, a Radio Music Award, a BET award, two MTV Video Music Awards, and an American Music Award.
NO EXIT
DEC 2 - 14
by Jean-Paul Sartre Adapted from French by Paul Bowles
Two women and one man are locked up together for eternity in one hideous room in Hell. The windows are bricked up, there are no mirrors, the electric lights can never be turned off and there is no exit. The irony of this Hell is that its torture is not the rack and fire, but of the burning humiliation of each soul as it is stripped of its pretenses by the cruel curiosity of the damned. Here the soul is shorn of secrecy, and even the blackest deeds are mercilessly exposed to the fierce light of Hell. It is an eternal torment.
The Pocket Playhouse in Shoup Hall
DEC 6
International Ballroom
UI Pitman Center
SHIP WREK
with NOFO and Grant Ekdahl
Ship Wrek, the duo comprised of Tripp Churchill and Collin Maguire, are one of the most buzz-worthy producers and DJs in electronic music. Famous for their signature sound and high energy DJ sets, the duo have caught the attention of fans, press, and industry heavyweights alike - touring regularly at festivals, headline shows, and clubs across North America.
Explosive night of pulsing bass, high-energy drops and festival-level intensity!
Bring a valid ID if you’re 21 or older and ready to enjoy the evening responsibly.
A COMEDY OF ERRORS
APR 30 - MAY 10
Hartung Theater
After both being separated from their twins in a shipwreck, Antipholus of Syracuse and his servant Dromio of Syracuse go to the city of Ephesus and are confused when locals seem to recognize them. Unbeknownst to the two Syracusans, their twins live in Ephesus. Havoc ensues in the city through a comedic series of incidents of mistaken identities.
H.M.S. Pinafore
MAR 6 & 7
Hartung Theater
The Lionel Hampton School of Music proudly presents its 2026 production of "H.M.S. Pinafore" by W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan.
This production is brought to life with the LHSOM orchestra, in collaboration with the Theatre Arts Department, promising a performance filled with humor, heart and exquisite music.
Pippin
OCT 30 - NOV 9
A dazzling, genre-defying musical journey with an unforgettable score by Stephen Schwartz (WICKED) – tells the story of a young prince’s quest for purpose through war, pleasure, and power, only to discover that fulfillment might lie in life’s quiet, everyday moments.
Told by a mysterious troupe of performers led by the enigmatic Leading Player, Pippin breaks the fourth wall, bends reality, and invites the audience to question what truly matters. Pippin captivates with its timeless message: that the “extraordinary” may not be what you think.
Hartung Theater
SHIP WREK
with NOFO and Grant Ekdahl
Explosive night of pulsing bass, high-energy drops and festival-level intensity!
DEC 6
Internation Ballroom
UI Pitman Center
Ship Wrek, the duo comprised of Tripp Churchill and Collin Maguire, are one of the most buzz-worthy producers and DJs in electronic music. Famous for their signature sound and high energy DJ sets, the duo have caught the attention of fans, press, and industry heavyweights alike - touring regularly at festivals, headline shows, and clubs across North America.
NOV 20
KENDRICK vs. LOGOS
IHSAA Football 2A Finals
P1FCU Kibbie Dome
Jeremy Denk & Richard O'Neill
NOV 20
7:30 p.m.
U of I Admin Auditorium
Jeremy Denk, Piano
Jeremy Denk is one of America's foremost pianists, praised by The New York Times as "a pianist you want to hear no matter what he performs." A MacArthur "Genius" Fellow and Avery Fisher Prize winner, he's also a bestselling author and member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. In 2024/25, he tours a program highlighting female composers, performs with Joshua Bell and Steven Isserlis, and celebrates Charles Ives's 150th anniversary with a new Nonesuch release. Denk's recent highlights include a concerto premiere by Anna Clyne and collaborations with leading orchestras and festivals across the U.S. and Europe.
Richard O'Neill, Viola
Violist Richard O'Neill, a GRAMMY and EMMY Award winner, is acclaimed as one of the leading instrumentalists of his generation. He won the 2021 GRAMMY for Best Classical Instrumental Solo for Christopher Theofanidis' Viola Concerto, inspired by Navajo poetry and 9/11. A Universal/Deutsche Grammophon artist, he has released 10 solo albums and premiered works by major composers. O'Neill has soloed with top orchestras worldwide, collaborated with renowned conductors, and served as violist of the Takács Quartet. He also led South Korea's DITTO project, reaching millions through TV and international tours, and advocates for major global humanitarian organizations.
Viano Quartet
The Viano Quartet, praised for their "virtuosity, visceral expression, and rare unity of intention" (Boston Globe), are among today's most exciting young ensembles and recipients of the 2025 Avery Fisher Career Grant. Winners of the Banff International String Quartet Competition, they perform globally and are in residence with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (2024-2027). Highlights of their 2024-25 season include debuts at Alice Tully and David Geffen Halls, the latter with Sir Stephen Hough. Passionate educators, they work with students at top institutions. Their 2023 debut album, Portraits, features works by Schubert, Price, Tchaikovsky, and Ginastera.
Quartetto Gelato
Quartetto Gelato is a virtuosic and genre-defying classical quartet known for its blend of showpieces, romantic ballads, gypsy and klezmer tunes, and theatrical flair. With sold-out performances worldwide and a repertoire spanning classical to world music, the group captivates audiences with its musical mastery, humor, and engaging stage presence. Named NPR's "Debut Artist of the Year," they've appeared on major networks and soundtracks, including Only You. Their recordings-ten and counting-showcase global influences and original works, including the latest, Tasty Tunes (2021). Quartetto Gelato is supported by FACTOR and the Canada Council for the Arts.

