What better to do with an evening out than see an oft-banned musical? Spring Awakening follows a group of German students as they come of age and explore their sexuality - providing an afternoon or evening of entertainment for you. The content is explicit as it chronicles the consequences of oppressed sexuality so this is not your best bet for a family night out. In fact, it might just be your worst bet unless you want to fit in about four years of Sex Ed courses into one evening of song and dance. There are two shows at the Pantages Theater Jan. 22. Read Christian Carvajal's feature story on the musical here.

Regardless of which show you see, starting off with a lunch or dinner at the close by Varsity Grill is just about the best way to go. Expect burgers, sandwiches and soups. Reservations are accepted.

[Pantages Theater, Jan. 22, 3 p.m. and 8 p.m., $38-$80, 901 Broadway, Tacoma, 253.591.5890]

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