Based loosely on Puccini's La Boheme, Jonathan Larson's Rent follows a year in the life of a group of impoverished young artists and musicians struggling to survive and create in New York's Lower East Side, under the shadow of HIV/AIDS.

The physical and emotional complications of the disease pervade the lives of Roger, Mimi, Tom and Angel. Maureen deals with her chronic infidelity through performance art; her partner, Joanne, wonders if their relationship is worth the trouble.

Benny has sold out his Bohemian ideals in exchange for a hefty income and is on the outs with his former friends. Mark, an aspiring filmmaker, feels like an outsider to life in general.

How these young bohemians negotiate their dreams, loves and conflicts provides the narrative thread to this groundbreaking musical.

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CONTENT WARNING: The musical Rent contains mature themes and language, including discussions of drug use, sexuality, and living with HIV/AIDS. It also includes scenes of intimacy and moments of strong emotion, including grief and loss. Parents and guardians should be aware that the production features some explicit language and depictions of addiction. With these cautions, Rent is suitable for mature audiences and older teens.

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