Dear Evan Hansen

A few moments in this show hit home for me, especially Good For You, but overall I wasn't overly impressed with this show.I expected to relate to the characters much more than I did, with me being more introverted, nerdy, and non-confrontational like the protagonist.

After seeing the trailer for the movie, I suspect that cinema might be a better medium for this story (I will add my thoughts here when I get around to watching it). I am of the belief that bringing a story to the Broadway stage, especially ones that already have movie or book adaptations, should bring something unique to the story and experience. For example, Water For Elephants has stunning acrobatics and moving stage elements that are a spectacle to see in person, adding to the sense of wonder surrounding the circus as you're seeing the story unfold; Wicked and The Outsiders are good examples too. On the other hand, I didn't feel that Dear Evan Hansen gained anything by being on the live stage - it doesn't make good use of the full size of the stage, and I felt that the screens everywhere were distracting and didn't really add to the story or the viewing experience.