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While the music and cast members were terrific, I was a bit disappointed that the portion of the stage did not elevate, as it was supposed to do. During "I Believe," the young cast members were all supposed to surround the elevated platform while the two main characters make love. In the version I just saw, the cast was seated cross-legged around the couple. It confused me as to why it was done this way.
Very risqué, very adult content but excellently done. It shows we are STILL dealing with these same issues 120 years later. The music, talent & the writing were all excellent. I would recommend to those with an open mind.
These non-equity actors looked amazingly versatile. I couldn't get enough of the actor playing Hanschen (Devon Stone), who blew me away! Would love to see his immense talent displayed in the lead role of Melchior.
This musical is outstanding! If you loved RENT then you will definitely love Spring Awakening. Yes, this show is meant for mature audiences, mainly because of the mature content of sex and masturbation, but if you're a parent bringing a son or daughter, they will not be disappointed by the total awesome acting, music, and subject of this play!
The story was a bit dark but acting was terrific and music was outstanding (including the band.) Harmonies were very tight and lyrics were "interesting!" Too bad that the house wasn't more crowded for the company. Ticket prices were too high, however. The Oriental is a beautiful theater.
Spring Awakening is one of the best musical in the last few years.
This was by far my least favorite Broadway Musical EVER! I have seen 20 shows in the past 2 yrs alone. Just because a writer touches on dark difficult topics does not make for an award winning show. There were virtually no costume changes, the set was boring & forced the viewer to imagine all scenes, a school room, a barn loft, a couple sitting under a tree, where were the props? Last time I checked Broadway has a set design crew, this isn't a high school production w/o a budget. The characters were insulting to our youth. The story jumped from one dark topic to the next without plausible transition or character development. It basically was about 4 young males that made poor choices & females that were victimized. I had high hope for the music, from Duncan Sheik & I found the music to be as disappointing as the rest of the show. I couldn't wait for it to end & I was just thankful I did not pay full price for my ticket. Someone once said "bad theater is better than no theater".....on this one, I beg to differ - I'd like a refund, even for a 1/2 price ticket & I'd like the 3 hours of my life back please!
Wonderful seats, great music for a very contemporary take on a traditional story. I went with my teenager and knew that it was mature subject matter but of course, was a little awkward when there was a bit of nudity and graphic sexuality. But the actors, musicians and show was fabulous!!
This show was a complete waste of my money and time. The sound was not working properly, and the Melchoir character was beyond disappointing.
I'd been excited to see Spring Awakening since he opened on Broadway in New York. I was very impressed with the entire show and glad that it lived up to the hype in my mind.
great show..first saw it when it opened on Broadway years ago...would say this cast was every bit as talented..would see it again....
Though I felt a little snookered at learning that this is a non-equity cast, the players looked and sounded great and I am inspired to acquire the DVD of the Broadway cast performance. I think the second act has the most compelling numbers and I found the ending truly moving. I unashamedly state that my viewing of GLEE and appreciation of Lea Michelle led me to view videos from the original Broadway show which inspired my attendance of this. Recommended!
I had seen this play in New York when on Broadway and thought it was great. Unfortunately I was very disappointed by the Chicago version. The talen was not great and the story line was changed a bit making it not flow very well. Hard to stay awake through it.
The touring cast of Spring Awakening was mind blowing! They never faltered. The music was fantastic. The choreography was perfect. Spring Awakening is not your average musical and it shines because of it. The nudity was tastefully done. The emotion was superb. I would recommend it to any adult I know.
This show was absolutely unbelievable. The actors were fully committed to the show and the songs were full of raw emotion! The show was sensual and transferred that to the audience perfectly. I will definitely be seeing this show again.
Very interesting musical. If it were a movie it would have a R or nc17 so beware if you were thinking of taking younger teens to this. Loved the audience on stage and the surprises of how the show was staged.
Went to this play with my 19 and 25 year old daughters. They convinced me that they HAAAAAD to see this play! It was a little predictable, but overall very good. The actors were great and the music was wonderful. I cheated and bought the music the week before. All in all we had a great time and would definitely recommend it.
Great script, great acting, great music. This was a second viewing (originally saw it through Broadway in Chicago 2 years ago) after which I bought the CD. The cast lived up to the script.
Got to sit on the stage for the performance. Most amazing experience of my life!
Was amazing! Must see for anyone who loves broadway!
