Trevor: The Musical

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Trevor: The Musical

2022

1h 53m

Musical

Drama

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"Trevor: The Musical," produced by RadicalMedia, follows a charming 13-year-old on a turbulent journey of self-discovery. After an embarrassing incident at school, Trevor must summon the courage to forge his own path. The musical is based on the 1995 Academy Award-winning short film "Trevor" which ultimately inspired the nonprofit organization The Trevor Project; the world's largest suicide prevention and mental health organization for LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning) young people.

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Brian Lowry

CNN.com

This filmed version of the off-Broadway show works as a triumph for the young cast and especially the relatable lead, powering past its lesser aspects with infectious energy and a touching message.

Jun 24, 2022

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Amy Nicholson

New York Times

The book and lyrics writer Dan Collins is better at his insight into the young characters’ melodramatic point of view — none of them can imagine this rather rote story has ever happened to anyone else.

Rated: C

Jun 24, 2022

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Peter Canavese

Celluloid Dreams

A tribute to an important moment in 20th Century gay cultural history and a starter musical for kids featuring endearing characters, corny humor and a talented young cast. A show that fills a void and serves a purpose.

Rated: 3/4

Jul 9, 2022

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Jennifer Green

Common Sense Media

An endearing teen cast and lively Diana Ross-inspired score deliver important messages highlighting a well-known LGBTQ+ support organization.

Rated: 3/5

Jun 29, 2022

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Radhika Menon

Decider

While the central conceit of Trevor: The Musical is a worthy one, it’s a bit of a slog to sit through... It’s a big undertaking to mix new tunes with Ross’s legendary songs and the results are mostly unmemorable numbers.

Jun 27, 2022

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Rachel Wagner

rachelsreviews.net

It's hard to not admire its sheer guts.

Rated: 6/10

Jun 24, 2022

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Fat T

My 12-year old son introduced this musical to me in fact. And it breaks my heart that we didn't manage to see it live in NYC in its run in late 2021 but I am so grateful they had shot the final closed (?) performance on film. The casting of Hagelberger is beyond perfect. On stage for all but 13 minutes in an almost 2 hour production, no other musical comes to mind which demands so much of its lead, not just in terms of technical competence and artistry but also from his emotional self, and one so young. He brings incredible pluck and authenticity to Trevor. Truely, even his occasional minor fumbles add credibility and joy to Trevor's triumphant journey, from self-realization to self-doubt, from self-harm to self-advocacy.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/19/25

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Teddy B

This feels more underlyingly creepy than aspirational. It doesn't go nearly as far as most anyone would assume it would with the subject matter it concerns itself with and just feels so cringe-worthy as a whole.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

02/05/24

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I wanted to like this more than I did. I had a chance to see this in NY, but didnt take it. When I heard they were doing a pro shot, I was stoked. I finally got around to watching it and... kind of am glad I missed it. I cant think of much good to say about Trevor. Trevor is at its best when it comes to the dance. The actors charleston, jazz, ballet, etc their butts off. The shame is how weak the singing is. Yeah, the actors are all young. For a pro shot of an off broadway show U expected better. They were pitchy, off tempo, and often off key. The songs were stereotypical in their musical theatre feel. The acting was what youd expect with a bunch of kids. If you like high school shows you will love it. If you want normal broadway stuff, this is not it. Its telegraphed, flat, and awkward. The actors stumble over their clunky dialogue. No character has a chance to breathe with the breakneck pace. Its a shame, really. A show that could have been so right was just so wrong. I would almost rather see a high school production of Rent or Avenue Q. Where its easy to laugh at how bad it is. This was just so bad it kind of hurts.

Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars

02/02/23

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Andrea N

An important and entertaining musical carried by an impressive young cast! If I had one critique, there's a few too many songs.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

07/30/22

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robert c

Deals with bullying. It may not be perfect but it hits home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Audience Member

Amazing and beautiful! Fantastic young talent.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/27/22

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Robin Abrams

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Synopsis

"Trevor: The Musical," produced by RadicalMedia, follows a charming 13-year-old on a turbulent journey of self-discovery. After an embarrassing incident at school, Trevor must summon the courage to forge his own path. The musical is based on the 1995 Academy Award-winning short film "Trevor" which ultimately inspired the nonprofit organization The Trevor Project; the world's largest suicide prevention and mental health organization for LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning) young people.

Director: Robin Abrams
Production Co: RadicalMedia
Genre: Musical, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 24, 2022
Runtime: 1h 53m

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