text: As far as “Spring Awakening” itself is concerned… I don’t know either the text or the music, but everything I have heard from those involved is that it is going to be an extremely powerful event that has already changed these kids' lives in a remarkable way, & this is coming from some of the most highly respected folks in my life, parents and students alike. Some of the cast members in this show are THE most genuine and brilliant and caring individuals I have *ever* worked with, out of at least 1000 throughout my career. They are one class act after another, & as I cringe to witness the crapstew of our world as portrayed in the news and social media, it’s young people like these that give any hope whatsoever in the darkest hours. I consider these kids to be role models for *me* in many ways. And I don’t say that poetically or metaphorically, but in the most literal sense.They are undoubtedly some of the best people I know, & I can all but promise you this show will reflect that. (cont)