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Posted: 5/5/14 at 3:08pm
Good art is controversial. It's not always supposed to be pretty, but rather reflect life in ways that make people think and talk about the issue it's representing, which Spring Awakening now entering its final performances this weekend at Highland Park High School (IL)is obviously doing.
Expressing art! I was fortunate to see the original Spring Awakening on Broadway with Lea Michele and Jonathan Groff and I remember thinking about how thought provoking the story was and what a lesson in history. I found it fascinating that the story speaks from an era when most topics weren’t discussed with children, and how kids eventually figured things out. It has many dark themes, yet ones that still remain prevalent in today’s society.
I say a major Bravo to director Scott Shallenbarger and the entire cast of the Highland Park High School production of Spring Awakening. Not only was the performance filled with talented actors and incredible staging, but also provided a platform for kids to talk openly about the topics that are yes controversial but very real in our own community!
Remember Art imitates Life!
Isn’t it great to live in a community that isn’t afraid to express themselves creatively thru art!
Don’t miss the final performances!
Expressing art! I was fortunate to see the original Spring Awakening on Broadway with Lea Michele and Jonathan Groff and I remember thinking about how thought provoking the story was and what a lesson in history. I found it fascinating that the story speaks from an era when most topics weren’t discussed with children, and how kids eventually figured things out. It has many dark themes, yet ones that still remain prevalent in today’s society.
I say a major Bravo to director Scott Shallenbarger and the entire cast of the Highland Park High School production of Spring Awakening. Not only was the performance filled with talented actors and incredible staging, but also provided a platform for kids to talk openly about the topics that are yes controversial but very real in our own community!
Remember Art imitates Life!
Isn’t it great to live in a community that isn’t afraid to express themselves creatively thru art!
Don’t miss the final performances!
