I went and saw Avenida Q (Avenue Q) tonight with some friends at el Teatro Nuevo Apolo. The play, which I think has been around since 2003 in the States, is more or less a politically incorrect adult version of Sesame Street. The protagonist, an optimistic college graduate who moves to New York City, attempts to realize his dreams (can anyone relate?). Before I went I read a short summary online to brief myself on the play. I was a bit apprehensive to buy my ticket because I thought I wouldn’t be able to understand some of the actors since they are actually puppets – talk about a communication barrier – but, after, I felt so happy I decided to go. I understood, and thoroughly enjoyed, the experience. It was crazy to see how the jokes and music were translated into Spanish but stayed true to the original English version. I got a kick out of entire production and for anyone who’s seen the English version I would LOVE to hear what you thought of it.
Un beso, Rachel
Matt and I saw Avenue Q (the English version) a year or so ago. We both loved it! It is so inappropriate and had us both laughing the whole time. I will say that I was a little embarrassed to catch myself laughing at certain points, though. Whatcha gonna do? :)
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