SPRING AWAKENING THE MUSICAL

Adapted from the ground-breaking German classic play by Frank Wedekind (1891), this Tony Award-winning, contemporary and electrifying alt-rockmusical rollercoaster explores the troubled journey from adolescence to adulthood.

In a world where sex and passion are repressed, and confusion and ignorance are capable of bringing both salvation and destruction, Spring Awakening explores the Bitch of Living for young people denied knowledge, power and autonomy. Audiences follow the anguished journey of sexual awakening with illuminating and hauntingly unforgettable poignancy in an effort to discover the beauty of living in this meancholic, complicated world.

Featuring music by Duncan Sheik and book and lyrics by Steven Sater, Spring Awakening forces audiences to question their own views on love, guilt, passion, life, and the impact that their perspectives, expectations and actions have on others. We hope audiences will see connections to topical themes and frustrations that remain prevalent and relevant today.  Exhilarating audiences across the world, Spring Awakening is at its heart, the story of young people struggling against all odds to build a world and find a place for themselves.

Brought to you by WITCH Theatre, tickets available from BATS Theatre.  Performance Times: Tues - Sat 8pm.  Tickets: Adult $22 / Concession $18.  BATS Theatre, 1 Kent Terrace | www.bats.co.nz | (04) 802 4175

Spring Awakening is licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia). All performance materials supplied by Hal Leonard Australia.

Please note: Spring Awakening contains adult and disturbing themes and scenes including colourful language, sex, partial nudity, masturbation, abortion, sexual abuse, depression and suicide.  Not suitable for children. 

*On Friday the 20th, BATS Theatre and WITCH will be co-hosting a Musical Theatre Open Mic & Piano Bar after Spring Awakening (accompanist provided). Bring your sheet music or choose from our selection of songs books and sing your heart out. No matter if you're a seasoned pro or a newbie performer, we welcome all to the stage to give it a go!