13: The Musical Instant

: Added adult characters (parents and a rabbi) and updated some songs and storylines for modern sensitivities [17].

: Evan's introduction to his chaotic new life [9]. "Opportunity" : A cheerleader-led pop anthem [2]. "Tell Her" : A heartfelt ballad about miscommunication [3]. 13: The Musical

The pop-rock score is central to the show's high energy [6, 13]. Key tracks include: : Added adult characters (parents and a rabbi)

After moving from New York City to small-town Appleton, Indiana, 12-and-a-half-year-old is desperate to fit in [5, 22]. To ensure his upcoming Bar Mitzvah is "the coolest party ever," he tries to balance friendships with the "uncool" kids—Patrice and Archie—and the popular social circle led by Brett, Kendra, and Lucy [13, 22]. The musical explores themes of: "Tell Her" : A heartfelt ballad about miscommunication [3]

: The struggle to choose between what’s right and what’s popular [7].

: Launched the careers of Ariana Grande (as Charlotte) and Elizabeth Gillies (as Lucy) [4, 14].

: Music and lyrics by Jason Robert Brown ; book by Dan Elish and Robert Horn [7, 13].