Feverish fiddling and mesmerizing step dancing, daring Chinese acrobatics, a dynamic bluegrass family band, a Tennessee Williams classic, and one of the greatest of all Broadway musicals of the 20th century. These are some of the events taking place during the 2007-2008 season at Shryock Auditorium. Tickets go on sale Friday, September 7 for five feature performances at southern Illinois’s premiere fine arts facility. All show times are at 7:30pm.

Expect a high energy performance from one of the world’s most talented fiddlers as Natalie MacMaster returns to the Shryock stage Thursday, October 4. Recognized throughout the United States and abroad as today’s premiere Chinese acrobatic touring company, The Golden Dragon Acrobats appear Friday, October 19.

April 2008 will be a busy month at Shryock Auditorium. Saturday, April 5, the dynamic bluegrass family band Cherryholmes make their debut in Southern Illinois. Tuesday, April 15, the Montana Repertory Theater brings their production of “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” to the Shryock stage. Everything’s coming up roses and you’ll hear some of the greatest songs in Broadway history as “Gypsy” entertains one and all Saturday, April 19.

Discounts: These discounts apply only to these five Shryock Auditorium performances. SIUC students receive a $5.00 discount with proper ID. Children 12 and under receive a $5.00 discount. A 20% off discount per person is available for groups of 10 or more for select seats.

Purchase tickets at ticketmaster.com/shryock, 866-646-8849, the SIU Ticket Office in the Arena (west entrance), the Student Center Ticket Office or any Ticketmaster outlet.