BOOK and lyrics by Gerome Ragni and James Rado
music by Galt MacDermot
ABOUT HAIR
A celebration of the 1960s counterculture, HAIR bursts onto the stage in all its barefoot, beaded, and bell-bottomed glory. With an electrifying rock score featuring iconic songs like "Aquarius," "Good Morning, Starshine," "Hair," "I Got Life," and "Let the Sunshine In," this groundbreaking musical captures the spirit of a generation fighting for love, peace, and freedom. Exploring themes of identity, community, and social change, HAIR remains as powerful and relevant as ever, reminding us what it means to be young in a world on the brink of transformation.
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Content Notice:
This production of Hair remains faithful to the raw, revolutionary spirit that defined the original. Set against the backdrop of 1960s counterculture, it boldly explores themes of love, protest, identity, and rebellion.
While the production does not include nudity, it does feature simulated drug use, strong language, sexually suggestive choreography, racial slurs, and vivid portrayals of war—complete with loud sound effects, emotionally charged scenes, and the use of weapons. Additionally, audiences should be aware that the production includes theatrical smoke and haze effects.
These elements reflect the era in which Hair was written and the world it seeks to portray—one marked by upheaval, resistance, and radical self-expression. We share this note to honor the show’s legacy while helping all audiences engage with the material in a way that feels informed and respectful.
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VANGUARD THEATER COMPANY
Founded in 2015, Vanguard Theater is a not-for-profit company changing social and cultural narratives through theater dedicated to DREAM: Diversity, Reciprocity, Education, Activism & Mentorship. For more information, visit www.VanguardTheaterCompany.org or find us across social media @VTCNJ and #dreamVTC
OUR VISION: To be recognized as a model in the theater community for purposeful inclusion of diverse voices and stories; partnerships that propel cross community conversations; and casting and leadership that reflects our communities.