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What’s the Story of Avenue Q?Set on a mythical down-and-out New York City block, Avenue Q uses a cast of human and puppet characters to comically question the meaning of life—or, as the show puts it, finding one’s purpose. Armed with a B.A. in English, a puppet named Princeton arrives on Avenue Q and meets the neighbors: Brian, an out-of-work comedian, and his therapist fiancée, Christmas Eve; puppet roommates Nicky and Rod (a closeted Republican investment banker); puppet internet addict Trekkie Monster; Kate Monster, a cute puppet teaching assistant; and the building’s superintendent, Gary Coleman (portrayed by an African-American woman). As each character searches for his or her place in the world, the show hilariously skewers racism, careerism, dating, therapy and more.What is Avenue Q Like?Picture a grown-up episode of Sesame Street, with satirical songs (“It Sucks To Be Me”) and jokes replacing preschool-style banter. The actors remain visible at all times and mimic the action of their puppets, adding yet another level of humor. Avenue Q is fast-moving and laugh-packed, particularly for audiences willing to embrace its rebellious, politically incorrect spirit.Is Avenue Q Good for Kids?In spite of the presence of Henson-esque puppets, Avenue Q is not a children’s musical. Explicit language is used throughout, two of the puppet characters have sex onstage, one character wrestles with his sexuality and one dirty ditty declares, “The internet is for porn.” Older teenagers will enjoy the show because it tackles issues of growing up and leaving home, but parents should use discretion in deciding whether their kids are mature enough for Avenue Q.
HEADLINES: Tony-Winning Musical Avenue Q to Close in September -6/29/2009
HEADLINES: Original Cast Member Ann Harada to Return to Avenue Q -5/28/2009
HEADLINES: Avenue Q Dismisses Contest Finalists in Favor of 'George Bush' Lyric -3/4/2009
HEADLINES: Carey Anderson Returns to Broadway Company of Avenue Q -11/24/2008
HEADLINES: Christy Carlson Romano Headed for Broadway's Avenue Q -9/4/2008
HEADLINES: Carey Anderson Headed for Broadway's Avenue Q -7/1/2008
HEADLINES: Avenue Q to Land at London's Noël Coward Theatre on June 1 -2/17/2006
HEADLINES: Las Vegas Mounting of Avenue Q to Close on May 28 -2/15/2006
HEADLINES: Producers Shorten Vegas Version of Avenue Q to 90 Minutes -1/20/2006
HEADLINES: Broadway Grosses: It Still Doesn't Suck to Be Avenue Q -8/23/2005
HEADLINES: Barrett Foa Moves into a Starring Role in Avenue Q -1/25/2005
HEADLINES: Sanders Steps into Q During Harada's Leave -9/27/2004
FIRST PERSON: Christy Carlson Romano: A Happy Broadway Homecoming -11/4/2008
FIRST PERSON: Jennifer Barnhart: A Happy Home on Avenue Q -10/9/2007
FRESH FACE: Howie Michael Smith -9/7/2006
FRESH FACE: Mary Faber -7/7/2006
ASK A STAR: Stephanie D'Abruzzo
FRESH FACE: Ann Sanders -12/23/2004
PHOTO OP: They Live on Avenue Q: The Faces of The Final Broadway Cast -6/29/2009
VIDEO FEATURES: On the Scene: Avenue Q After Bush -1/22/2009
PHOTO OP: Avenue Q Changes Its Tune and Bids Farewell to Dubya -1/16/2009
PHOTO OP: Christy Carlson Romano Takes Up Residence at Avenue Q -9/29/2008
PHOTO OP: Ugly Betty's Michael Urie and Becki Newton Sit Pretty at Avenue Q -9/18/2008
VIDEO FEATURES: On the Scene: Avenue Q Celebrates Five Years on Broadway -8/6/2008
PHOTO OP: Happy Fifth Birthday, Avenue Q! -7/31/2008
PHOTO OP: Fantasies Come True! Avenue Q Celebrates 2,000 Performances! -6/3/2008
PHOTO OP: Ginger and Baby Spice Meet Lucy the Slut! -2/9/2008
PHOTO OP: Dancing Stars Sabrina Bryan & Mark Ballas Tango with Puppets on Ave Q -11/1/2007
PHOTO OP: It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia TV Stars Party on Avenue Q -9/6/2007
PHOTO OP: On Broadway, Avenue Q Clocks 1,500 Performances! -3/4/2007
PHOTO OP: American Idol Icon Kelly Clarkson Visits Avenue Q -1/8/2007
PHOTO OP: Avenue Q's Third Anniversary Party -7/30/2006
PHOTO OP: Teen Star Zac Efron Visits the Puppets at Avenue Q -2/12/2006
PHOTO OP: 1000 Reasons to Love Avenue Q -12/22/2005
PHOTO OP: Avenue Q Lights Up the Strip in Vegas -9/8/2005
PHOTO OP: A Vegas-Style Welcome for Avenue Q at Wynn Las Vegas -8/16/2005
PHOTO OP: Celebrating Avenue Q on Broadway and in Vegas, Baby -8/6/2005
PHOTO OP: Sarah Michelle Gellar Makes Some Furry Friends at Avenue Q -7/21/2005
PHOTO OP: The Residents of Avenue Q and the Stars Who Love Them -4/8/2005
PHOTO OP: John Tartaglia Bids Adieu to Avenue Q -1/30/2005
VIDEO FEATURES: Opening Night: Avenue Q -11/29/2004
PHOTO OP: Avenue Q's Bag of Tricks -10/31/2004
PHOTO OP: Governor McGreevey Visits Avenue Q -10/13/2004
PHOTO OP: What's Judge Judy's Verdict on Avenue Q? -9/15/2004
PHOTO OP: A Supreme Visit on Avenue Q -8/23/2004