Spring Awakening - Frequently Asked Questions
Spring Awakening
At the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre
at Virginia Rep Center
June 15 – July 22, 2012
Book and Lyrics by Steven Sater
Music by Duncan Sheik
Directed by Chase Kniffen
Spring Awakening is a 2007 Hit Broadway Musical based on a late 19th Century Expressionist play by German playwright Frank Wedikind. The play is a world classic piece of theatre and the musical won 8 2007 Tony Awards, including Best New Musical. Spring Awakening combines a timeless story of adolescent growth and discovery with a true indie-rock score by Steven Sater and Duncan Sheik, creating a cross-generational phenomenon that is able to transcend age and cultural barriers. It is a thought provoking story that opens up real-world issues, such as teenage sexuality, pregnancy and suicide, as well as the disastrous results that come from a lack of communication between parents and children. Spring Awakening contains partial nudity and sexual content, as well as explicit language. It is recommended for ages 16+.
What kind of music is in Spring Awakening?
The score of Spring Awakening is by pop/rock sensation Duncan Sheik and Steven Sater. The music blends indie-rock with folk-infused writing, creating a unique musical score. It is the 2007 Tony-Award winner for Best Original Score.
What issues does the show discuss?
Spring Awakening delves into issues that are prevalent in today’s society; specifically dealing with teenage sexuality, pregnancy, homosexuality and suicide.
How much nudity is in Spring Awakening?
The partial nudity is part of a simulated sex scene between Melchior and Wendla. Depending on seating location, you may see a woman’s breasts and male buttocks.
What kind of language is in Spring Awakening?
Spring Awakening contains explicit language.
Is Spring Awakening appropriate for my teenager?
Spring Awakening is a musical about teenagers and contains many opportunities to open up discussion regarding important societal issues. We recommend the show for ages 16+. There are many online resources that can be examined to see parents’ reactions to bringing their teenager to Spring Awakening.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOwtJgFTWow
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lGlqMLQ6RCU
Do you have on-stage seating for Spring Awakening?
Similar to the Broadway production, Virginia Rep will offer on-stage seating to patrons interested in getting a little closer to the action. These seats will be directly to the right and left of the stage. They will be available for $5. Call (804) 282-2620 to purcahse in advance.
Why did you pick Spring Awakening?
Spring Awakening is regarded as one of the greatest American musicals of the last quarter-century . Based on a world classic, it has opened up musical theatre to an entirely new generation of theatre goers.