Avenue Q- What's it about?

If you consider 'Will and Grace' 'raw' then steer clear from 'Q'

---

I'm surprised you weren't impressed by the performance on the Tonys; I think it was by far the best performance of the evening.

Anyway, Avenue Q is an adult take on Sesame Street. Remember children's television, and how it taught us things like sharing and how special we all are? Well, we all know life isn't like that. So Avenue Q is like Sesame St, except it explores real (and hilarious) issues like love, sex, unemployment, racism, Internet porn, closeted gay Republicans and finding your purpose in life. It's not a stupid show. Far from it. It's an irreverent, witty and smart show that also possesses a lot of warmth and depth.

This ain't kid stuff. If you're a prude, go see Beauty and the Beast. But if you want a great night of fresh theatre, see Avenue Q. I don't think anyone could be offended by it (unless sex scares you); a lot of the politically-incorrect stuff is equal-opportunity.

By the way, how is Will & Grace "raw"? I think it's the tamest (and lamest) thing on TV. And I don't think "Rent" is artsy, per se; more 1996 edgy.

---

Updated On: 7/24/04 at 12:50 AM

Don't forget those Pollacks!

---

Pollacks? You mean the fish? Or does it make fun of Jackson Pollack?

I saw Avenue Q a few months ago on a whim, single ticket. I sat next to an older couple, and tried to watch their reactions during the show. They seemed to love it and not be offended at all. There were a lot of children there, though. I wouldn't suggest taking younger children...how do you explain puppet sex? :) Anyway, I am a staunch republican, and I was not offended at all, rather pleasently amused and entertained. And, I can't take the CD outta' my player. Remember: it's just fun theatre, don't take any of it too seriously :)

---

Great avatar, broadwaystar2b. Elphaba looks like she's about to kill Nicky in your avatar, lol.

Avenue Q is about finding your purpose in life and talking about issues people face in real life mixed with adult humor. A bit overrated, but a great show.

However, I disagree that Avenue Q had the best performance at the Tonys...I think that belonged to Donna Murphy.

---

Yeah, I agree that "Swing" is weird, especially out of context, but I loved Donna's performance. I enjoyed Avenue Q's performance (I actually enjoyed almost all the performances, so I'm not hard to please...I don't count Tony Bennet and Mary J. Blige) but I think it was a bit flat and rushed because of the time restriction. I wish the Tonys were four hours because I think all the performances would have benefitted from their songs not being abridged.

---

I just bought the OBCR and bought tickets for late August. The story is basically everything mentioned above lol I can see why it won Best Musical, as a whole it has more innovative music/lyrics and a perfect balance of humor and emotion, IMO. (ie. "The Internet is for Porn" compared to "There's a Fine, Fine Line.")

Amazing show with a super friendly and amazingly talented cast.

I think Avenue Q deserved the Tonys. I also loved Donna's performance in Wonderful Town another must see.

I have seen Wonderful Town twice and Q twice!

Yes it is.
I have to say I am so hooked on the cd.
Run and see it. You will be hooked.
Ah yes!

I've seen Avenue Q five times and Wicked three (have tickets for two more of the latter, though), and I think they are both must sees. I take everyone to see Q, and I have yet to meet a person that doesn't like it. I've seen one of the worst performances of Wicked, and it's still amazing. Wicked definitely deserved the Tony, but in any other year, it would've gone to Q (had it been up to me).

Updated On: 7/24/04 at 09:39 PM

Will and Grace used to be one of the best shows on TV. Now, it sucks! They've really ruined a great show. The reruns from the early seasons make the newer ones look pathetic.