![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() As a struggling artist himself, Larson witnessed his friends struggle to not only pay their rent, but also to fight for their lives. While the main theme of “Rent” is universal, Larson also wrote a political and social piece of theater that spoke about important subject matters in the 1990s. But although a lot has changed in the last two decades, what late composer and lyricist Jonathan Larson showcased in his musical is also timeless and exactly what a 2019 audience needs. Having originally premiered in 1996 off Broadway (and later on Broadway that same year), one would think that “Rent” would simply be outdated since so much has changed in the last 23 years. 27, FOX aired its fourth live musical, “Rent.” This musical depicts struggling young artists in New York City in the 1990s, following seven friends throughout one year and observing their accomplishments, tragedies, struggles and relationships – everything that a year has to offer. Instead of functioning as one collaborative community, we’re functioning in hundreds of small, specific communities. People are forming specific social enclaves and are only interested in the lives of the people within their group, resulting in people distancing themselves from individuals who are different from them. With the many social movements going on, one can find themselves discussing sensitive topic matter with fear of offending the wrong person. Being a positive, active member of society can be challenging at this moment in history. ![]()
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