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Directing Avenue Q at Wisteria Theater has been an exhilarating opportunity to explore the intersection of chaos, comedy, and raw humanity. My approach to this production centers on honoring the irreverent humor of the show while unearthing the deep emotional truths beneath the surface.
At its heart, Avenue Q is about the awkward, hilarious, and often painful process of growing up. My direction leans into the tension between absurdity and authenticity — allowing the puppets to serve not as cartoonish gimmicks, but as extensions of deeply human characters grappling with love, failure, and identity. I wanted the audience to laugh, yes, but also to wince in recognition, to see themselves mirrored in these fabric-and-foam creations.
Visually, I aimed to create a world that feels both nostalgic and biting: bright colors, sharp lines, and a childlike energy clashing against the gritty, adult realities of the characters’ lives. I worked closely with the cast to ground their performances in truth, resisting caricature and instead embracing vulnerability, especially in moments of heartbreak and confusion.
Ultimately, my directing philosophy for Avenue Q is that comedy is most powerful when it comes from truth. The puppets may be fuzzy, the jokes may be outrageous, but at the core is a story about finding connection and meaning in a world that rarely offers easy answers. I wanted this production to leave audiences doubled over with laughter — and walking out the door just a little more tender toward themselves and each other.
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