Spring Awakening in Lake Charles, LA for Three More Performances

A group of 19th century German boys sit in a classroom reciting rote literature. When the teacher goes to talk to somebody else, a couple of them start discussing what is obviously a wet dream that one had. However, he is extremely embarrassed by it and finds it to be a terror. Then a discussion of the dreams of the different boys in the class are had and suddenly they break out into the song, "The Bitch of Living" while dancing.

That scene can be seen in Spring Awakening which is currently being produced by Black Market Theatre. It is based on the play by Frank Wedekind. The entire cast did an amazing job, but two actors truly stand out. Those two are Bryce Louviere who plays Melchior and Brian Lazo who plays Moritz. These two actors especially stand out when they have scenes together. Of course, Joey Boyette, who plays Hanschen and Rupert. He also provided the amazing choreography performed by the entire cast.

Other cast members include Ella Theriot (Wendla), Davin Faulk (Ernst and Reinhold), Jeff Johns (Georg and Dieter), Sydney Landry (Otto and Ulbrecht), Hailey Cooley (Ilse), Bryanna Rose (Martha), Joy Abshire (Anna), Jessica Broussard (Thea), Noelie Puckett (Adult Woman), and Trevor Chaumot (Adult Man).

Black Market Theatre does what it does best. It puts on edgy shows that challenge the audience. However, Spring Awakening deals with issues that we still deal with today. These issues are important to bring to light however it is done. This play, as they say, truly brought all the feels.

Sometimes when there is a live band for a performance, there can be issues with having them on the stage. However, the band is in this was perfect for the show. At no time did the music overpower when the actors were singing. The band members include William Lormand (guitar), Collin Thomas (bass), Daniel Fontentot (drums), Isaiah Windsor (piano), and Nikki Guillory (cello).

The lighting design by Jonathan Richards complimented the shows themes very well. It was mostly dark with blue lights and some with red and the lighting definitely help evoke emotions. Jessica Lormand did an amazing job of costuming, especially the finding the German school boys.

Others involved with the productions of this play are Ted Oliver, Richard Chricton, Devin Faulk, and Dennis Murdock.

Spring Awakening contain many adult scenes and some disturbing subject matters. These include physical violence, sexual violence, suicide, victim blaming, mental illness, domestic abuse, and more. The show is for adults.

Spring Awakening can be seen for three more times in Lake Charles, LA. The show is being performed at the Benjamin Mount Theatre in the Old Central School at 809 Kirby St. in Lake Charles, LA. Tickets are $18 (a total of $19.71) when bought online. Ticket sales are located at The Black Market Theatre Yapsody Page for Spring Awakening.

The show can be seen at the following times:

• Friday, May 3, 2019 at 7:30pm
• Saturday, May 4, 2019 at 7:30pm
• Sunday, May 5, 2019 at 2:30pm