Spring Awakening
Based on Franz Wedekind's play of the same name, Spring Awakening boldly depicts how a dozen young people make their way through the thrilling, complicated, confusing and mysterious time of their sexual awakening.
Spring Awakening
Based on Franz Wedekind's play of the same name, Spring Awakening boldly depicts how a dozen young people make their way through the thrilling, complicated, confusing and mysterious time of their sexual awakening.
Charles Isherwood, New York Times
Spring Awakening
Based on Franz Wedekind's play of the same name, Spring Awakening boldly depicts how a dozen young people make their way through the thrilling, complicated, confusing and mysterious time of their sexual awakening.
Why see Spring Awakening?
Spring Awakening is on tour and hits the in , ,
Duncan Sheik and Steven Sater's alt-rock musical jumped to Broadway after a successful run at Off-Broadway's Atlantic Theater Company.
Based on Franz Wedekind's play of the same name, Spring Awakening boldly depicts how a dozen young people make their way through the thrilling, complicated, confusing and mysterious time of their sexual awakening.
Key Information
Audience
Spring Awakening is appropriate for patrons aged 18 and over. Children under 4 years of age will not be admitted.
Run Time
2 hours 20 minutes with one 15 minute intermission
Dates
Finished May 8, 2011
Awards
WINNER OF 8 TONY AWARDS 2007!!
Best Musical
Best Book of a Musical
Best Original Score
Best Director
Best Choreography
Best Orchestrations
Best Lighting Design
Drama Desk Awards 2007
OUTSTANDING MUSICAL!
New York Drama Critics' Circle Award 2007
BEST MUSICAL!
2007 Lucille Lortel Awards
OUTSTANDING MUSICAL!
Reviews
Customer reviews
Highly Recommend
The 5th Ave production of Spring Awakening is brilliant. The story and music are captivating. The artistry, creativity, and expressive direction support the story in a way that creates a frame for the audience to share in the turbulent experience of the cast - where the show comes alive. The energy and passion of the young cast are intoxicating. The acting and musical talent on display are outstanding and, at moments, mesmerizing. If they are the future, the future of professional theater in Seattle is strong.
Before going, it is worth familiarizing yourself with the story (and backstory). The topics covered are suited for young adult and adult audiences. Most importantly, come with an open mind and heart. Audiences would do well to experience Spring Awakening with the same mindset that Ricky Spaulding (Melchior) urged the audience to have after the first preview night: "Take time to listen to a young person in your life." ... Read more
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