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Musical in Cantonese

This production contains foul language and adult elements, suitable for audience aged 16 or above.

“In Spring Awakening, a Rock 'n' Roll Heartbeat for 19^th Century German Schoolboys.” - The New York Times

“The turbulent emotions and burgeoning sexuality of adolescence are harnessed in Spring Awakening, a bold musical adaptation by Duncan Sheik and Steven Sater of German expressionist playwright Frank Wedekind's landmark 1891 drama. This strange and striking show gets an exciting staging at the Atlantic.”  - Variety

Adapted from the German play of the same title by Frank Wedekind, the musical Spring Awakening has won eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical; the Academy will present the play’s first Cantonese edition in late March. This rock musical tells the story of adolescent teenagers, discovering and exploring their sexuality - a taboo subject in late 19^th century German society. With the constraints of the education system and parental pressure guiding them into the uncertainty of adulthood, will  their inner tumult be calmed or their life be led to a dead end?

Book and Lyrics by Steven Sater

Music by Duncan Sheik

Based on the play by Frank Wedekind

Directors: Li Wing-hong, Chan Suk-yi

Music Director: Amuer M Calderon

Spoken Text Translation: Li Wing-hong

Cantonese Lyrics: Hui Chun-pong

Choreographer / Movement Coach: Billy Sy

Set Designer: Iris Lai Lok-yee

Costume Designer: Hui On-yee

Lighting Designer: Katie Leung

Sound Designer: Sharon Tsang

Production Manager: Yiu Wing-sum

Cast: Cheng Ho-lun, Cheung Hoi-ki, Ip Sing-yau, Kelvin Keung, So Cho-yan, Yuen Hon-cheung, Chan Hing-to, Law Ching-sum, Ma Yat-ha, She Lok-in, Tang Pak-chung, Tung Long-sang, Wong Kit-yi

SPRING AWAKENING is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI, 423 West 55th Street, New York, NY 10019.

Tel: (212) 541-4684  Fax: (212) 397-4684  www.MTIShows.com