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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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2024 Spring Concert
Cleo Parker Robinson Dance (5/10 - 5/12) | |
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CHARLEY'S AUNT
Louisville Center for the Arts (2/23 - 12/9) | |
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Come From Away
Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre (6/29 - 8/22) | |
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Hedwig and the Angry Inch with pre-show by Jessica L'Whor
Herman’s Hideaway Rock Club (8/1 - 8/17) | |
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Moulin Rouge!
Buell Theatre- Denver Center for the Performing Arts (8/5 - 8/10) | |
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The Dads Comedy Show
Chaos Bloom Theater (1/19 - 6/21)
PHOTOS
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Frozen
Buell Theatre- Denver Center for the Performing Arts (6/20 - 6/30) | |
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Wicked
Buell Theatre- Denver Center for the Performing Arts (7/24 - 8/25) | |
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