Spring Awakening explores several tough subjects, including moments or references of violence, sexual assault, simulated sex, suicide, child abuse, bullying, teen pregnancy, and death. Participation in this production is suitable for individuals comfortable with content which is typically rated R.

The following is content that will be depicted on stage:

Systems and Structures

Oppressive religion, sexism, ageism, classism

Parental abuse

Grooming of minors for abuse, physical abuse of children by adults - including teachers and parents, verbal abuse

Violence

Domestic violence; assault; depictions of self-harm; the suggestion of suicide with a razor and a suicide by gun; weapons: a gun, a razor

Sexual Content

Puberty; sexual fantasizing; sexual activity including kissing, caressing, spanking/switching, intercourse, masturbation and group masturbation; nudity; heterosexuality; homosexuality; pregnancy, reproductive education, abortion

Language

Verbal harassment/abuse, explicit language

Due to the extent of their required intimacy, actors under the age of 18 will not be considered for the roles of Wendla, Melchior, or Hanschen.

Minors age 15 and up are welcome to audition for all other age-appropriate roles in the production with written consent from a parent or guardian. A consent form is included in the audition posting. If you are under the age of 18, you will not be able to audition without a signed consent form.