The 2011-2012 Studio Musical Theatre Series continues with this passionate and unforgettable audience-favorite
CINCINNATI, OH — The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) will present the award-winning Spring Awakening as the next installment in its 2011-2012 Studio Musical Theatre Series. The musical runs Feb. 2 – 4 in the Cohen Family Studio Theater and promises to push the envelope as a stirring production of this celebrated rock musical.
Adapted from Frank Wedekind’s 1891 play with music by Duncan Sheik and book and lyrics by Steven Sater, Spring Awakening celebrates the journey from youth to adulthood with power, poignancy and unforgettable passion. Following the tumultuous period of adolescent self-discovery of a group of German teenagers, this coming-of-age story is a powerful presentation of the trials, tears and exhilaration of the teen years.
Spring Awakening was nominated for eleven Tony Awards in 2007, and ultimately won eight, including best musical. It was named the best musical of the year by the New York Times, New York Post, New York Observer and USA Today. CCM’s Studio Series production of Spring Awakening is directed by Steven Goldstein, with musical direction by Roger Grodsky and choreography by Diane Lala.
Note: This production features adult themes and situations and is intended for mature audiences.
Tickets & Parking Information
Tickets to Spring Awakening are free, but reservations are required. Tickets become available Monday, January 30 at 12 p.m. Please contact the CCM Box Office at 513-556-4183 to reserve. Limit two tickets per order. Parking is available in the CCM Garage (at the base of Corry Boulevard off of Jefferson Avenue) and additional garages throughout the UC campus. For complete ticket and parking information, visit ccm.uc.edu or call the CCM Box Office at 513-556-4183.
Spring Awakening Cast List
Anna – Erica Vlahinos, sophomore from Castle Rock, Colo.
Ernst – Nate Irvin, freshman from Maple Grove, Minn.
Georg – Noah Ricketts, sophomore from Louisville, Ky.
Hanschen – Julian Decker, sophomore from Erie, Pa.
Ilse – Alysha Deslorieux, senior from Plano, Texas
Martha – Jennifer Hickman, sophomore from Satellite Beach, Fla.
Melchior – Max Clayton, sophomore from Manchester, N.H.
Moritz – Matt Hill, sophomore from Los Gatos, Calif.
Otto – Kevin Brown, junior from Simi Valley, Calif.
Thea – Alison Bagil, freshman from Boulder, Colo.
Wendla – Jen Brissman*, junior from San Mateo, Calif.
Wendla – Kathryn Boswell**, junior from Dallas, Texas
Man – Collin Kessler, sophomore from Overland Park, Kan.
Woman – Kelsey Crismon, junior from Hanoverton, Ohio
Ensemble
Alexandria Howley, junior from Rumson, N.J.
Emily Schexnaydre, sophomore from Gonzales, Calif.
Jordan DeLeon, sophomore from Bolingbrook, Ill.
Eric Geil, freshman from Kansas City Mo.
J.T. Smith, junior from Pittsburgh, Pa.
* Preview, Thursday Evening, Saturday Matinee
** Friday Evening, Saturday Evening
University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music
STUDIO MUSICAL THEATRE SERIES
Spring Awakening
Music by Duncan Sheik
Lyrics and book by Steven Sater
Based on the play by Frank Wedekind
Steven Goldstein, director
Roger Grodsky, musical director
Diane Lala, choreographer
Performance Dates:
Thursday, Feb. 2, 8 p.m.
Friday, Feb. 3, 8 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 4, 2 & 8 p.m.
Location:
Cohen Family Studio Theater, College-Conservatory of Music
University of Cincinnati
Tickets:
FREE, but reservations are required. Tickets become available Monday, January 30 at 12 p.m. Please contact the CCM Box Office at 513-556-4183 to reserve. Limit two tickets per order.
CCM Season Presenting Sponsor and Musical Theater Program Sponsor:
The Otto M. Budig Family Foundation
All event dates and programs are subject to change. For a calendar of events or to view CCM’s 2011-2012 Mainstage Performance brochure visit our website at ccm.uc.edu.
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