Parental Advisory:
Mature Themes & Content Trigger Warnings
Dear Evan Hansen is an emotional musical that explores the complexities of the teenage experience and the impact of social media. While the production ultimately carries a strong message of hope, it portrays the messy and painful lives of its characters through several sensitive topics.
Content includes:
- Suicide: The plot centers on the aftermath of a student’s death by suicide.
- Mental Health: The show explicitly depicts characters struggling with anxiety, depression, and feelings of isolation.
- Substance Abuse: Dialogue and song lyrics include references to drug use.
- Language: The script contains frequent use of strong profanity.
- Sexual References: The dialogue includes some sexual humor.
- Bullying and Conflict: The production portrays physical altercations and verbal conflict between peers and family members.
Recommended for Ages 13+