What Would Jesus Buy? A Musical Performance with Rev. Billy and the Church of Stop Shopping Gospel Choir
Wednesday, 17 Sep 2008 at 8:00 pm – Great Hall, Memorial Union
Reverend Billy and his gospel choir inform and entertain with a blend of street theater, political grandstanding, and performance art. Reverend Billy, using the persona of revivalist street preacher, and his choir spread a message of the corrupting power of consumerism, the need for refusing products produced in sweatshops, and a message of economic justice and environmental protection. They also exhort consumers to hold corporations and mass media accountable for responsible, ethical business practices. Activist groups and student organizations will have tables with sign-up sheets, information and displays before and after the performance.Cosponsored By:
- National Affairs
- Committee on Lectures (funded by Student Government)
Stay for the entire event, including the brief question-and-answer session that follows the formal presentation. Most events run 75 minutes.
Sign-ins are after the event concludes. For lectures in the Memorial Union, go to the information desk in the Main Lounge. In other academic buildings, look for signage outside the auditorium.
Lecture Etiquette
- Stay for the entire lecture and the brief audience Q&A. If a student needs to leave early, he or she should sit near the back and exit discreetly.
- Do not bring food or uncovered drinks into the lecture.
- Check with Lectures staff before taking photographs or recording any portion of the event. There are often restrictions. Cell phones, tablets and laptops may be used to take notes or for class assignments.
- Keep questions or comments brief and concise to allow as many as possible.