From The Hollywood Reporter · Hilary Lewis · · 30s
Duncan Sheik Dies, Stars Remember Spring Awakening
Spring Awakening composer Duncan Sheik dies at 56; stars share memories.
In brief
Spring Awakening composer Duncan Sheik dies at 56; stars share memories. Spring Awakening composer Duncan Sheik died at 56 after cardiac arrest, with stars recalling their early connections. Originally reported by The Hollywood Reporter.
Duncan Sheik
Composer of Spring Awakening dies at 56.
Lea Michele
Met Sheik at 14 before Spring Awakening debut.
Michele's Memory
Recalled meeting him years before show's debut.
“i met duncan when i was 14 years old. i listened to a demo on tape of him singing songs from spring awakening outside of my middle school before my first audition”
Michele's Tribute
Expressed grief over his death.
“this one hurts and does not seem real. thank you for everything you gave us. and for the time we had together”
Family
Sent prayers to Sheik's family.
The main idea
Spring Awakening composer Duncan Sheik died at 56 after cardiac arrest, with stars recalling their early connections.
