Spring Awakening is a rock musical adaptation of the 1891 German play of the same title by Frank Wedekind. It features music by Duncan Sheik and a book and lyrics by Steven Sater. Set in late-19th century Germany, it concerns teenagers who are discovering the inner and outer tumult of sexuality. In the musical, alternative rock is employed as part of the folk-infused rock score. Spring Awakening received eleven 2007 Tony Award nominations, winning eight, including Tonys for best musical, direction, book, score and featured actor. The show also won four Drama Desk Awards, while its London production won four Olivier Awards. This musical is recomended for adults and mature teenagers (14+) because of language and content.
There are many West Bloomfield HS grads in this production, including Chris Brody, Karen Brody, Scott Ebert, Meghan Jolliffe and Dan Lau
