SPRING AWAKENING Opens at Elmwood Playhouse Tonight, 11/16

One of Broadway's most talked about musicals and the biggest Tony Award-winner in years will be presented at the Elmwood Playhouse in Nyack, NY, tonight, November 16 - December 15, 2012, Friday and Saturday at 8:00PM and Sunday at 2:00PM. Tickets are $25.00, Seniors and Students, $23.00 except Saturdays. Tickets available online at www.elmwoodplayhouse.com, by phone (845) 353-1313, or at the box office, Tuesday – Friday, 10 am - 3 pm.

Haunting and provocative, SPRING AWAKENING celebrates an unforgettable journey from youth to adulthood with a poignancy and a passion you will never forget.

Based on the infamous 1892 Frank Wedekind play, SPRING AWAKENING features an electrifying score by Duncan Sheik with book/ lyrics by Steven Sater. Directed by Claudia Stefany with musical direction by Chris Bankey, SPRING AWAKENING features: T. J. Larke, Tom Mazzarella, Michael Serpe, Jose Velez, T. Eric Collins, Andrew Marcinak, Michael Deming, Emma Ruck, Olivia Didrichsen, Ashley Cohen, Audrey Patricola, Alyxx Weishaar and Meg Sewell.

Est in 1947, the award winning Elmwood Playhouse in historic Nyack, NY offers an outstanding and affordable season of musicals, comedies, and dramas in an intimate 99 seat, air conditioned, community theatre. The 2nd stage series, Sundays at 7, is a showcase for local and unique talents. Free workshops, special events and classes for children and adults compliment the main stage season. Located in the artistic heart of Nyack, Elmwood is partnered with local culture, fine dining and nightlife.

SPRING AWAKENING contains mature themes, sexual situations and strong language. For more info, visit www.elmwoodplayhouse.com.