Avenue Q

Synopsis

Avenue Q is not the most upmarket of New York streets, and is about as far away from Park Avenue as you can get, but it is home to some lively and off the wall characters performed by an unholy comedic alliance of humans and puppets! Princeton, a bright-eyed college graduate, has just moved to this neighbourhood as he desperately tries to follow his dreams and discover his ever-elusive purpose in life. A tiny bank balance, the distraction of a busty blonde and a variety of weird and wonderful friends and neighbours lead Princeton on a hilarious story of self-discovery. Life may suck on Avenue Q but being jobless, homeless, politically incorrect, having sex (whether hetero, homo or porno... and that s just the puppets) are just some of the topics featured in the terrific songs of this show.

Our Review:

Glenn Meads - 1 June 2011

Avenue Q was the West End musical that would not close. It kept transferring to other theatres - due to popular demand and surprised many critics by staying in the West End for so long. Part of the show's success was down to a competitive  pricing strategy. But, also the fact that Avenue Q is so refreshingly different and extremely funny, explains why audiences love it so much.

This hit show began life as a musical theatre workshop project and has since grown into a monster hit with many loyal fans coming back for more. Jeff Marx and Robert Lopez have created a show which highlights their love of musical theatre, without resorting to the earnest lyrics which so often leave you cringing. When you do hear anything like them, there is often a nod, wink or swipe at the genre itself.

“It Sucks To Be Me” and “Everyone’s A Little Bit Racist” subvert what h...

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