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I saw Spring Awakening on the opening weekend, December 2006. I went in with no previous knowledge, buying my ticket based on the recommendation from a professor of drama at NYU. I was truly amazed by the performance. I am typically a fan of classics, such as West Side Story and My Fair Lady, but this musical truly touched me, "just like that." I can understand why some people might be skeptical, but I think that they are also approaching the topic predisposed to dislike it. I have shared this music with so many people, from those who typically to only enjoy rap and r&b to others who spend their days playing classical music. The only person to not fall in love with it happened to be an overly enthusiastic fan of death metal. I think part of the experience, as it can be with any broadway musical, is seeing the play. Even if you can't see it, I would suggest reading the original text.
