Yes, THE DROWSY CHAPERONE can join the likes of AVENUE Q and URINETOWN as being absolutely original and unique, but both Q and URINETOWN weren't just original - they were quality. Wonderfully written, brilliantly conceived, and both had/have thorough direction with a clear vision and a message. Both were huge gambles - yet they succeded remarkably, and deservedly so.
THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, as I've said before, is certainly unique and original and deserves praise for just that, but it's nothing like the afformentioned shows - not even close.
Shows don't win award or praise for being original or unique - PRYMATE was original and unique - it just has to be GOOD.
"If you are going to do something, do it well. And leave something witchy."
-Charlie Manson