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You won’t find many musicals on our site, but with Spring Awakening’s national tour coming soon to a city near you a few of us in the New York office saw fit to join the Broadway cast (from the comfort of a theater seat) and see what all the fuss is about. For those of you that aren’t theatrically inclined, the show is an adaptation of Frank Wedekind’s controversial 19-century play about teens and their awakening sexuality (among other salacious topics and scenes). It features a Duncan Sheik score, and lyrics from Steven Sater, which combine to create a strikingly modern and melancholy sound, particularly for the world of musical theater. But what really got our attention (and continues to hold it) is the sensational young talent the producers continue to bring to the stage. From the original cast which featured breakout performances from some of the youngest stars in Broadway history, to the recent addition of actors like Blake Bashoff (of LOST fame), the pipes on these kids are simply incredible (here come the record contracts). Now the producers are even holding open “video” auditions on the site, where you and your youngest ridiculously talented friends can submit a sample of your skills to be considered. The original cast is starting to roll over here in New York, so we recommend getting out there soon to sample the original vintage as well as some of the new talent.

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