Spring Awakening 1978 - Articles Page 10

Opened: July 7, 1978
Closing: July 30, 1978

Spring Awakening - 1978 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Joseph Papp Public Theater [Newman Theater]
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Spring Awakening explodes onto the stage with a raw and powerful exploration of teenage angst and sexual awakening in a repressed society. Set in late 19th-century Germany, the musical delves into the lives of a group of adolescents yearning for connection and understanding in a world shrouded in strict moral codes and a lack of sex education.



Melchior, a rebellious and intelligent young man, grapples with his burgeoning sexuality and clashes with the rigid expectations of his parents and teachers. His friend Moritz, a sensitive and overwhelmed student, struggles under the pressure to excel academically. Wendla, a curious and innocent girl, longs for knowledge about sex and intimacy, a topic shrouded in secrecy.



Spring Awakening's power lies in its unflinching portrayal of teenage desires, frustrations, and the devastating consequences of societal repression. Through a hauntingly beautiful rock score and emotionally charged lyrics, the musical explores themes of rebellion, first love, heartbreak, and the search for identity in a world that seems determined to keep them in the dark. While not for the faint of heart, Spring Awakening remains a groundbreaking and important musical, sparking conversations about sexuality, education, and the complexities of growing up in a world that often fails to understand the needs of its youth.

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Spring Awakening - 1978 - Off-Broadway Articles Page 10

Carr PAC's GREASE With Taylor Hicks Opens 8/25
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 13, 2009


The new Broadway production of the Tony Award nominated musical GREASE, opens in Orlando at the Carr Performing Arts Centre on August 25 and runs through August 30, 2009. Tickets start at $37.00 and went on sale on July 10, Friday at 10:00AM.

GREASE Plays Its 'Summer Lovin' At Atlanta's Fox Theater Thru 8/16
by Charlie Piane - Aug 8, 2009


'We are delighted to announce that due to popular demand we are adding additional performances for the previously announced, hot new production of GREASE,' states Christopher B. Manos, Producer of Theater of the Stars.

GREASE Brings Its 'Summer Lovin' To Atlanta's Fox Theater 8/7-8/16
by - Aug 7, 2009


'We are delighted to announce that due to popular demand we are adding additional performances for the previously announced, hot new production of GREASE,' states Christopher B. Manos, Producer of Theater of the Stars.

'PRISCILLA' Delays Toronoto Bow, LEGALLY BLONDE To Complete 2009-2010 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 28, 2009


David Mirvish is thrilled to announce the Canadian Premiere of the Broadway hit LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL as the final show of the 2009-10 Mirvish Theatre Subscription Season. The show plays through August 8, 2010 at the Canon Theatre.

Photo Flash: GREASE Is the Word in Canada! Hicks Meets Harper In Ottawa
by Eddie Varley - Jul 24, 2009


Taylor Hicks, currently starring the in the Broadway tour of GREASE had a visit from Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper last night, after the performance at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa, ONT. Take a look at some fun pictures of the meeting right here on BroadwayWorld.com!

GREASE With Taylor Hicks Comes To TUTS 9/8-9/20, Tix On Sale 7/19
by BWW News Desk - Jul 19, 2009


The new Broadway production of the Tony Award nominated musical GREASE, opens in Houston, TX at Theatre Under The Stars on September 8, 2009 and will run through September 20, 2009 at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets will go on sale Sunday, July 19, 2009.

GREASE With Taylor Hicks Comes To TUTS 9/8-9/20, Tix On Sale 7/19
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 9, 2009


The new Broadway production of the Tony Award nominated musical GREASE, opens in Houston, TX at Theatre Under The Stars on September 8, 2009 and will run through September 20, 2009 at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets will go on sale Sunday, July 19, 2009.

Carr PAC's GREASE Tickets Go On Sale 7/10, Show Opens 8/25
by BWW News Desk - Jul 10, 2009


The new Broadway production of the Tony Award nominated musical GREASE, opens in Orlando at the Carr Performing Arts Centre on August 25 and runs through August 30, 2009. Tickets start at $37.00 and will go on sale on July 10, Friday at 10:00AM.

Carr PAC's GREASE Tickets Go On Sale 7/10, Show Opens 8/25
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 7, 2009


The new Broadway production of the Tony Award nominated musical GREASE, opens in Orlando at the Carr Performing Arts Centre on August 25 and runs through August 30, 2009. Tickets start at $37.00 and will go on sale on July 10, Friday at 10:00AM.

GREASE Brings Its 'Summer Lovin' To Atlanta's Fox Theater 8/7-8/16
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 25, 2009


'We are delighted to announce that due to popular demand we are adding additional performances for the previously announced, hot new production of GREASE,' states Christopher B. Manos, Producer of Theater of the Stars.

FELA! Opens 11/23
by Reynard Loki - Jun 12, 2009


Fela!, the critically acclaimed musical that had audiences on their feet during its world premiere last summer at Off-Broadway's 37 Arts, will arrive on Broadway this fall where it begins performances at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre (230 West 49th Street) on Monday, October 19. The official opening is set for Monday, November 23. This new musical, based on the life of groundbreaking African composer, performer and activist Fela Anikulapo Kuti, is directed and choreographed by Tony® Award-winner Bill T. Jones (Spring Awakening), with a book by Jim Lewis and Bill T. Jones. Sahr Ngaujah will return in the title role for which he received universal acclaim, while the world renowned Antibalas and other members of the NYC Afrobeat community, under the direction of Aaron Johnson, will again perform Kuti?s rousing music live onstage. Winner of this year?s Lucille Lortel Award for Best Musical, Fela! was conceived by Bill T. Jones, Jim Lewis and Steve Hendel.

Photo Flash: GREASE's Taylor Hicks 'Says Cheese' To Wisconsin Audience
by Eddie Varley - Jun 9, 2009


Taylor Hicks had a surprise in store for the audience attending last Saturday evening's performance June 6th with prop that stopped the show with laughter and applause. While on stage in Appleton, Wisconsin (the CHEESE state), Hicks decided to surprise the local audience when he appears from inside the ice cream cone by wearing a cheese hat!

GREASE Starring Taylor Hicks Comes to Detroit's Fisher Theatre June 9 - 28
by BWW News Desk - Jun 9, 2009


The Fisher Theatre announced today that ?American Idol? winner, Taylor Hicks will appear in the first national touring production of the Tony Award nominated Broadway musical GREASE? when it comes to Detroit for a limited engagement

SPEECH AND DEBATE And THE MARRIAGE BED Among Diversionary Theatre 2009/10 Season
by Reynard Loki - May 1, 2009


Diversionary Theatre's 2009-2010 season of two gender-bending musicals and four provocative plays includes two West Coast Premieres, dynamic local actors and directors, and a reading of a new queer opera. The six-show mainstage season includes: the new musical Twist by Gila Sand and Paul Leschen, based on Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist, directed by James Vasquez; Bent, the seminal play by Martin Sherman, in a co-production with ion theatre company; Paul Rudnick's big gay comedy The New Century, directed by Igor Goldin; same-sex marriage gets a comic nod with The Marriage Bed by Nona Shepphard, directed by Rosina Reynolds; laugh out loud with teenage angst in Speech and Debate by Steven Karam, directed by Jason Southerland; and filled with melancholy and lust, the musical play Moscow, by Nick Salamone and Maury R. McIntyre, rounds out the season.

Country Music Star Joe Nichols Cast As Lead In New Musical PURE COUNTRY
by Charlie Piane - Apr 9, 2009


Country music star, CMA Winner, ACM Winner and four-time Grammy Nominee Joe Nichols has been offered the role made famous by George Strait in the Broadway production of the hit movie, Pure Country. According to producer Randall L. Wreghitt, the musical is in the process of securing the remainder of its financing and casting, and plans to open in early 2010.

Photo Coverage: Taylor Hicks and the GREASE Tour Cast at Hard Rock SF
by Eddie Varley - Mar 30, 2009


'American Idol' winner Taylor Hicks and the cast of the GREASE National Tour performed at San Francisco's Hard Rock Cafe on Friday, March 27 to kick off their 4 week engagement in the city.

'Hicks' is the Word! GREASE Tour Hits SF's Golden Gate Theatre 3/24
by BWW News Desk - Mar 24, 2009


Complete casting has been announced for the brand new production of GREASE, starring American Idol winner Taylor Hicks, playing the Golden Gate Theatre beginning Tuesday, March 24 through Sunday, April 19. Taylor Hicks made his debut on Broadway in the role of 'Teen Angel' this past summer. This brand new production of GREASE will feature songs from the smash hit 1978 motion picture performed for the first time ever in a Broadway production. GREASE is presented as a part of the 2008-2009 Citibank Best of Broadway series season under the direction of Carole Shorenstein Hays. Tickets on sale now. Taylor Hicks achieved widespread fame in 2006 as a contestant on the hugely successful FOX singing competition 'American Idol.' On May 24, 2006, Hicks was named the winner of the fifth season of 'Idol' with over 63.4 million votes in total. Winning the title over Katharine McPhee, the announcement was made during the live finale episode which aired to a worldwide audience of over 200 million viewers. Born in Birmingham, Alabama, Taylor Hicks' passion for music began at an early age. He toured the Southeastern Unites States during his teenage years and released two independent albums. Known for his energetic performances with influences derived from classic soul, blues and R&B music, he quickly grew a large fan base among the millions of viewers and voters who tuned in to 'Idol' each week. His fans ultimately dubbed themselves the 'Soul Patrol.'

AMERICAN IDOL'S Taylor Hicks Stars As Teen Angel In 'GREASE'
by BWW News Desk - Mar 24, 2009


Tickets for the brand new production of GREASE, starring American Idol winner Taylor Hicks, go on sale Wednesday, December 17. Taylor Hicks made his debut on Broadway in the role of 'Teen Angel' this past summer. GREASE will play the Golden Gate Theatre beginning Tuesday, March 24 through Sunday, April 19. This brand new production of GREASE will feature songs from the smash hit 1978 motion picture performed for the first time ever on stage. GREASE is presented as a part of the 2008-2009 Citibank Best of Broadway series season under the direction of Carole Shorenstein Hays.

SOUTH PACIFIC, WICKED Among NC Blumenthal 2009-10 Series
by Reynard Loki - Mar 23, 2009


A blockbuster lineup of Broadway?s most popular and critically acclaimed productions will visit the Queen City in 2009/10 as part of the N.C. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center?s Broadway Lights Series. The Center?s 2009/10 series includes four Tony Award winners for Broadway?s Best Musical, as well as a stunning new show direct from Israel. Many of the shows coming to Charlotte are among the most popular hits on Broadway today.

Photo Flash: GREASE Tour is the 'Word' in LA!
by Eddie Varley - Mar 12, 2009


The brand new production of GREASE, stars American Idol winner Taylor Hicks alongside Eric Schneider as 'Danny' and Emily Padgett as 'Sandy.' Eric made his Broadway debut in Jersey Boys. His previous credits include Altar Boyz (Off-Broadway) and the national tours of Altar Boyz and The Full Monty. Emily made her Broadway debut in GREASE, where she understudied the role of Sandy. Her other credits include Legally Blonde on Broadway and the national tours of CATS. Starring as 'Rizzo' will be Allie Schulz, a contestant on NBC's 'Grease: You're the One That I Want.' Allie comes directly from the Broadway company of GREASE.

Taylor Hicks Extends as 'Teen Angel' in GREASE Tour
by Robert Diamond - Feb 19, 2009


The producers of the first national touring production of the Tony Award nominated Broadway musical GREASE? are proud to announce that 'American Idol' winner, Taylor Hicks, will continue on with the tour during the 2009 ? 2010 season. Hicks made his Broadway debut in the role of 'Teen Angel' and has been on the road with GREASE? since the tour began in Providence on December 2, 2008. New cities and dates to be announced shortly.

GREASE Starring Taylor Hicks Comes to Detroit's Fisher Theatre June 9 - 28
by Robert Diamond - Feb 18, 2009


The Fisher Theatre announced today that ?American Idol? winner, Taylor Hicks will appear in the first national touring production of the Tony Award nominated Broadway musical GREASE? when it comes to Detroit for a limited engagement

GREASE Star Taylor Hicks to Appear on Regis & Kelly Feb. 19 & 20
by Robert Diamond - Feb 18, 2009


TAYLOR HICKS, star of the Broadway national tour of GREASE?, will appear on 'Live with Regis and Kelly' on Thursday, February 19 and Friday, February 20, 2009. The platinum selling singer and 'American Idol' winner will appear as part of Regis and Kelly's 'Dating with the Stars' segment. 'Live' airs in NYC at 9:00 a.m. on WABC Channel 7.

'Hicks' is the Word! GREASE Tour Hits SF's Golden Gate Theatre 3/24
by Eddie Varley - Jan 23, 2009


Complete casting has been announced for the brand new production of GREASE, starring American Idol winner Taylor Hicks, playing the Golden Gate Theatre beginning Tuesday, March 24 through Sunday, April 19. Taylor Hicks made his debut on Broadway in the role of 'Teen Angel' this past summer. This brand new production of GREASE will feature songs from the smash hit 1978 motion picture performed for the first time ever in a Broadway production. GREASE is presented as a part of the 2008-2009 Citibank Best of Broadway series season under the direction of Carole Shorenstein Hays. Tickets on sale now. Taylor Hicks achieved widespread fame in 2006 as a contestant on the hugely successful FOX singing competition 'American Idol.' On May 24, 2006, Hicks was named the winner of the fifth season of 'Idol' with over 63.4 million votes in total. Winning the title over Katharine McPhee, the announcement was made during the live finale episode which aired to a worldwide audience of over 200 million viewers. Born in Birmingham, Alabama, Taylor Hicks' passion for music began at an early age. He toured the Southeastern Unites States during his teenage years and released two independent albums. Known for his energetic performances with influences derived from classic soul, blues and R&B music, he quickly grew a large fan base among the millions of viewers and voters who tuned in to 'Idol' each week. His fans ultimately dubbed themselves the 'Soul Patrol.'

Broadway In Chicago Presents Limited Showing of 'GREASE' 1/6
by BWW News Desk - Jan 6, 2009


Broadway In Chicago is proud to present GREASE, the classic musical that has made generations of audiences root for Sandy and Danny's lighting romance. Tickets are now available for Chicago audiences to bop and jive with the Pink Ladies and the T-Birds at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University during a limited engagement January 6 - 18, 2009. After spending a hopelessly devoted summer with Sandy Dumbrowski (Emily Padgett), the new girl in town, Danny Zuko's (Eric Schneider) world is thrown upside down when Sandy appears at Rydell High on the first day of school. What follows is a rock n' roll celebration of growin' up, cruisin' with friends and goin' steady.

Spring Awakening FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Spring Awakening have there been?
Spring Awakening has had 1 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1978.

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