El Camino College Theater Department to Present “Spring Awakening”
The El Camino College Theater Department will present the rock musical “Spring Awakening” throughout March, live and “in person” in the Campus Theatre. Performances are set for 8 p.m. March 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, and 26, and 3 p.m. March 13, 20, and 27.
Based on an 1891 play by Frank Wedekind, “Spring Awakening” is set in 19th century Germany and follows repressed and struggling teenagers who are discovering their sexuality in a society that believes ignorance is bliss. This show challenges our perceptions of art and asks us to reflect on how to do right by children and each subsequent generation of young people.
Director Daniel Nakawatase said the entire cast is looking forward to this live production; many of the actors haven't been on stage in nearly two years due to the pandemic. Nakawatase added that presenting “Spring Awakening” with a college cast presents a unique opportunity to tell this story in a more impactful way.
“Many of the actors are closer to the ages of these characters than some of the professional productions, which brings an immediacy and authenticity to the production that only young people can bring to ‘Spring Awakening,’” he said. “The result is something painfully beautiful and earnest as they journey through a narrative that begs the grown-ups of the world to listen to them.”
The production’s dance and musical components are led by choreographer Liz Hoefner Adamis and musical director Anthony Moreno.
Tickets are on sale now. Seating is limited, with COVID-19 safety protocols in place. El Camino College requires that all theater guests provide proof of full vaccination and complete a health-screening questionnaire before entering the theater. A link to the health screening questionnaire will be provided at the time of purchase. Socially distanced seating will be assigned by the Ticket Office to ensure COVID-19 protocol compliance. Masks are required at all times for audience members, regardless of vaccination status.
Tickets are $15-$25 and may be purchased at www.centerforthearts.org using the online ticketing system. Campus parking is free for this production; no permit required. El Camino College is located at 16007 Crenshaw Boulevard, Torrance.
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