When shows like "Passing Strange" come along, the thought arises of, how is this show going to do financially? If we lived in a perfect universe, where good shows actually made money, then Passing Strange would make a hell of a lot of dough!
This show defies the conventions of what a rock musical can be. It takes you on a journey through the life of Youth, played by the brilliant Daniel Breaker, and how he tries to find "the real." He is surrounded by an amazing supporting cast, made up of de'Adre Aziza, Eisa Davis, Colman Domingo, Chad Goodridge, and Rebessa Naomi Jones.
The real star of the show is Stew, who wrote the book, lyrics, music with Heidi Rodewald, and he plays the role of the Narrator as well. He is able to carry us through this fantastic journey, which involves awesome songs, awesome lighting, and a really cool "light wall."
When you see this show, make sure you bring earplugs, because it is loud as HELL! But still, it's a great, original, new show, that will hopefully have a healthy run on the Great White Way.
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