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RENT School Edition: May 22-23


Viva la Vie Boheme!  D-E's annual Spring Theater, an entirely student-run production, will present "RENT: School Edition" on Friday, May 22 and Saturday, May 23, 2015 in Schenck Auditorium at 7:30 PM.

D-E senior and Spring Theater Director Jack Brosnan '15 explains, "Why did I choose RENT? When I was looking for a show to do, I was looking for something that was engaging for not just the audience but also the actors. The story behind RENT is one of friendship in a difficult time, and not knowing when your time is up. One day your friend could be healthy and smiling, and the next day gone. The show became so popular in its time not because it focused on AIDS and struggling artists, but rather how it home for so many people and was so relatable. RENT became a national phenomenon because it was cutting edge and so emotional."
 
Brosnan continues, "How was my experience during [this] process? It was a great shift to be able to direct Spring Theater. I was in [this student-led production] in 8th grade and loved the whole idea and process. And now as a senior, being able to direct the show is a dream come true. My actors have been wonderful to work with and have pushing themselves to put the show together." 
 
Tickets for "RENT: School Edition" are on sale now in the School Store.  All tickets are for $15, for general admission, and they are also on sale 30 minutes prior to curtain time for each show.  

With the permission of the Jonathan Larson Estate, this version of RENT has been adapted for use in schools and other producing organizations.  While retaining the dramatic intent of this groundbreaking musical, minimal changes have been made to language and one song ("Contact") has been deleted.  "RENT: School Edition" deals with prostitution, sexuality, drug/alcohol use, HIV/AIDS, homelessness, language, and themes that may be considered inappropriate for high school students, therefore this show is rated PG -13.  

Click here to download the "RENT: School Edition" info. flyer (PDF). 

Questions about "RENT: School Edition" may be directed to Jack Brosnan at: brosnj@d-e.org.   
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