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31 March, 2025
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Award-winning musical Spring Awakening comes to Leamington’s Loft Theatre

Winner of eight Tony Awards and an Olivier Award for Best Musical, it tells a story of adolescent anarchy and the rite of passage to adulthood, set to one of the most electrifying and admired scores of the 21st century.

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A group of adolescents, who are silenced and controlled by a censorious society, discover a new world of feeling and freedom outside the classroom, with both beautiful and heartbreaking consequences. 

Based on an expressionist play written in 1891 by Frank Wedekind, this popular adaptation has Book and lyrics by Steven Sater and music by Duncan Sheik. 

Cast of Spring Awakening L-R: Henry Clarke, Oli Jones, Nathan Dowling, Luca Catena, Kevin Wang and Michael Barker
Cast of Spring Awakening L-R: Henry Clarke, Oli Jones, Nathan Dowling, Luca Catena, Kevin Wang and Michael Barker Credit: Richard Smith

Directed by Chris Gilbey-Smith, with musical direction by James Suckling, and choreography by Becca Shaw. This musical will include a live 7-piece band that will accompany the cast.

Director Chris Gilbey-Smith comments: “My passion for this musical has never wavered since I first saw the original Broadway production in 2007. I have waited a long time, with the help of a hugely talented cast and a superb artistic and creative team, to unleash my creative vision for this show on you, the audience. I cannot thank everyone involved enough for the heart and commitment they have brought to this piece. I hope it touches and inspires you the same way it has for all of us!”

Cast of Spring Awakening L-R: Luca Catena, Elaine Freeborn, Bethany Lea, Rosie Pankhurst, Oli Jones, Kevin Wang, Evelyn Ball, Martha Allen-Smith, Annabel Pilcher, Henry Clarke, Anna Butcher, Nathan Dowling and Michael Barker
Cast of Spring Awakening L-R: Luca Catena, Elaine Freeborn, Bethany Lea, Rosie Pankhurst, Oli Jones, Kevin Wang, Evelyn Ball, Martha Allen-Smith, Annabel Pilcher, Henry Clarke, Anna Butcher, Nathan Dowling and Michael Barker Credit: Richard Smith

Content warning: Spring Awakening contains strong language, references to suicide, verbal and sexual abuse, as well as depictions of physical aggression, and sexual content. Age guidance 15+, but discretion can be applied.

The performances run from Wednesday, April 2 to Saturday, April 12.

Cast of Spring Awakening L-R: Anna Butcher, Evelyn Ball, Annabel Pilcher and Martha Allen-Smith
Cast of Spring Awakening L-R: Anna Butcher, Evelyn Ball, Annabel Pilcher and Martha Allen-Smith Credit: Richard Smith

The Loft Theatre, Leamington Spa

Wednesday, April 2 - Saturday, April 12

Cast of Spring Awakening L-R: Henry Clarke (Ernst) and Oli Jones (Hänschen)
Cast of Spring Awakening L-R: Henry Clarke (Ernst) and Oli Jones (Hänschen) Credit: Richard Smith

Tickets £22-£24 or free for 16-25 year olds

Cast of Spring Awakening L-R: Martha Allen-Smith (Martha) and Rosie Pankhurst (Ilse)
Cast of Spring Awakening L-R: Martha Allen-Smith (Martha) and Rosie Pankhurst (Ilse) Credit: Richard Smith

Booking information

Spring Awakening runs at the Loft Theatre nightly from Wednesday 2nd April to Saturday 12th April, except for Monday 7th. Performances begin at 7.30pm, apart from Sunday 6th, when the show starts at 5pm.

Tickets can be booked online at   www.lofttheatrecompany.com, by emailing boxoffice@lofttheatrecompany.com, or by calling 01926 830 680 (answer phone service).

Cast of Spring Awakening : Annabel Pilcher (Wendla)
Cast of Spring Awakening : Annabel Pilcher (Wendla) Credit: Richard Smith

To take advantage of the Loft’s free ticket offer for theatregoers aged 16-25, either book in advance by emailing boxoffice@lofttheatrecompany.com, or obtain your tickets at the Box Office on the night (please bring proof of age).

Individuals or groups requiring accessible tickets, please book by emailing boxoffice@lofttheatrecompany.com with your requirements and contact details. Free tickets for carers are available for patrons who may require personal assistance during their visit.

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