Unoriginal Idiot

As a rule, I’m not a fan of the jukebox musical – I haven’t seen Movin’ Out, Jersey Boys or even Mama Mia! (Unless Meryl’s counts.  And what of her’s doesn’t?) – But I found myself breaking my own rule when Green Day announced their American Idiot album would soon transfer to stage.  Rock musicals are my guilty Broadway pleasure and I love, love, LOVE Green Day.  (Way un-gay, I know.  But I can’t help it!)  I was super excited to see the show.  And then I saw this fandango of a sneak peek:

Um…  Let’s talk about their choreography.  If you missed it, here’s what went down:

I just IBDB’d their choreographer, Steven Hoggett and American Idiot’s his only listed credit.  Weird.  I thought, for sure, he’d have a regional production or two of Miracle Worker under his dance belt, given these snazzy moves.  Way to wow us, Steve.  I love that you’re a RentHead though…

Julie Larson, however… Probably not as amused.

Also!  A quick note on casting:  It’s nice that between American Idiot and Glee, Spring Awakening’s brats are getting more than just 15 minutes.

Long story, short:  Spring Awakening fucked Rent and American Idiot’s their love child.  The show’s outa previews and opens today and despite the shit I’ve talked here, I plan to see it, as should you.  Right now, Broadway’s lacking youthful energy and edge and American Idiot has potential to shake things up.

Ugh.  I hate that I’ve ended on a positive, so I’m gonna leave you with this doppelganger:

Right?

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Posted by: topherlupone