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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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Spirits To Enforce
Kranzberg Black Box (5/3 - 5/18) | |
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Dracula
New Line Theatre at the Marcelle (5/30 - 6/22) | |
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Ride The Cyclone: High School Edition
The Gaslight Theater (10/18 - 10/27) | |
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Charlotte’s Web
Florissant Performing Arts Center (5/17 - 5/26) | |
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Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles (Non-Equity)
Fox Theatre (5/19 - 5/19) | |
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Mother's Day: The Gratitude Concert
The Focal Point (5/12 - 5/12) | |
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HARMONIOUS
Staenberg Performance Lab at COCA (5/17 - 5/18) | |
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