Avenue Q: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Avenue Q is about a group of characters living on a fictional New York City street. Through the use of puppetry, the musical follows recent college graduate Princeton as he navigates the challenges of finding purpose and love while facing the harsh realities of life. Avenue Q offers a comedic exploration of relationships and the quest for meaning in an ever-changing world.
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Musical Information
Parental Warning: Adult Themes/Content
Musical Type: Contemporary (2003)
Cast Size: 7+
Setting: Present / NYC (Fictional)
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics: Robert Lopez, Jeff Marx
Book: Jeff Whitty
Awards
Tony Award: Best Musical (2004)
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (2003)➝
Licensing
Avenue Q is available to license through Music Theatre International.
Australasia Licensing Options
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International Licensing Options
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
2000s, Broken 4th Wall, Comedic, Dating, Edgy, Friendship, Interactive, LGBTQ+, Original, Parody, Popular, Small Cast, Tony Award
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