Rent
1996 was the fateful year that changed the future of American theater forever. It was that year that the world was first introduced to the award-winning Broadway musical
Rent
. Jonathan Larson, the musical’s composer, was little known for his work at the time. Since then, both the composer and the story as a whole have gone on to be nominated for many awards, setting the standard for musical productions all over the world. After more than 20 years since its original debut,
Rent
returns for a full 20th anniversary extended tour. This new 20th anniversary tour maintains the tried-and-true features of the story we all know so well and invigorates them with new life, fresh cast members, and an entire touring production.
Larson first composed Rent with Giacomo Puccini's opera La Bohème.
Rent
is set in New York, taking place over the course of a year. Seven characters are featured, bohemian artists struggling to pay their bills and facing hard life decisions.
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Rent
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While, composer Jonathan Larson never got to experience the full success of his production after dying from an aortic aneurism the morning of its debut, there are not many other stage shows that have been so well received as
Rent
. Whether you are a die-hard fan or you are experiencing the story for the very first time,
Rent
seems to find a place in the heart of everyone it touches.
Audiences fall in love with
Rent
time and time again because of its heartfelt story. The musical is set in New York and features seven bohemian characters who are struggling artists trying to earn a living and chase their dreams. Throughout the film, each character is confronted with hardships, learning to overcome them and persevere along the way. The topic of AIDS also comes to light in the movie as the majority of the main characters have been diagnosed with the disease.
Both the film as well as the live stage versions of the musical have been praised constantly. One of the most endearing parts of the story is its soundtrack. Some of the most popular tracks in the story include Seasons of Love, Another Day, Goodbye Love and Life Support.
While all of the most beloved parts of Rent remain the same, a new set of cast members hits the stage during this new set of 20th anniversary dates. This new round of dates sees Deri’Andra Tucker playing the role of Mimi Marquez. Logan Farine plays Roger Davis and Lencia Kebede plays the role of Joanne Jefferson. The role of Maureen Johnson is played by Lyndie Moe and Javon King plays Angel Schunard. Logan Marks has been cast as Mark Cohen and Devinré Adams plays the role of Tom Collins.
Rent
has been nominated for and won a number of awards since its debut in 1996 including multiple Tony Awards and a Pulitzer Prize. It has also won an Obie Award, a Drama Desk Award, and many other notable awards. Once you experience this beloved live production for yourself, you will have no trouble understanding why it has become so renowned among critics.