Spring Awakening
You can’t help but be swept up by the energy of this revival of Sheik and Slater’s rock musical version of Wedekind’s controversial play about burgeoning sexuality and the dangers of ignorance.
This production really comes to life, however, when the company is brought together. In ensemble numbers like “My Junk”, “Totally F**ked” and “The Song of Purple Summer” the cast seem to draw extra energy from each other which surges out into the auditorium on their voices.
There are a few moments where some members of the company struggle to compete with the orchestra and the movement skills of the group vary somewhat. However, in the end, individuals don’t matter when you’re faced with such a raw, beautiful and energetic ensemble piece.
– Chris Hill