Spring Awakening at The Fifth Avenue Theatre

Dates: (6/7/2024 - 6/30/2024 )

Theatre:

The Fifth Avenue Theatre

1308 5th Ave
Seattle,WA 98101

SUBMIT UPDATES

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.

Authors

The Fifth Avenue Theatre Frequently Asked Questions FAQ

What shows are coming up next at The Fifth Avenue Theatre?

Spring Awakening (6/7/24-6/30/24)

What shows have played recently at The Fifth Avenue Theatre?

Godspell-2012 Revised Version (4/30/23-5/23/23)
Sweeney Todd (4/21/23-5/14/23)
Into The Woods (2/10/23-3/5/23)
Shrek The Musical (11/25/22-12/28/22)

Where is The Fifth Avenue Theatre located?

The Fifth Avenue Theatre is at 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA.

More Local Shows

Add a Seattle Show Listing

Videos

View all Videos

SEATTLE SHOWS


		Fat Ham BAGLEY WRIGHT THEATER (4/12 - 5/4)
		Girl From the North Country Paramount Theatre (6/25 - 6/30)
		Can Can's Dolly! Can Can Culinary Cabaret (5/30 - 9/1)
		World Premier New Play Brown Bodies on a Blue Earth The Underground Theater (4/19 - 5/12)
		FROM THE MISSISSIPPI DELTA Tacoma Little Theatre (6/7 - 6/23)
		ALMOST, MAINE Tacoma Little Theatre (4/26 - 5/12)
		Clue The 5th Avenue Theatre (7/9 - 7/21)
		The Cher Show First Interstate Center for the Arts(Formally INB Performing Arts Center) (5/18 - 5/19)
VIEW SHOWS ADD A SHOW


News on your favorite shows, specials & more!