Synopsis:
Nominated for eleven Tony Awards, including
Best Musical!
This new musical has a dynamic score by Grammy nominee
Duncan Sheik, a hot young cast, plus loads of critical
acclaim! Singer/songwriter Duncan Sheik and playwright
Steven Sater team up with acclaimed director Michael
Mayer (Sideman, Thoroughly Modern Millie), innovative
choreographer Bill T. Jones and a dynamic young cast
to create this exhilarating and provocative new alt
rock musical about first loves, hidden passions and
lasting regrets.
Spring Awakening boldly depicts how young
people navigate the thrilling, confusing and mysterious
time of their sexual awakening.The story centers around
a brilliant young student named Melchior, his troubled
friend Moritz and Wendla, a beautiful young girl on
the verge of womanhood.
Although the musical is set in the distant
past, the score is fresh, modern and exciting-and
so is the multitalented cast.