Few rock musicals have left as lasting and emotionally charged an impact as Hedwig and the Angry Inch. First emerging in the late 1990s as an offbeat, gritty, and intensely personal story of transformation and identity, Hedwig has since evolved through stage revivals, film adaptations, and international performances, gaining cult status along the way. But what exactly is the story behind this audacious, punk-infused musical — and how has it continued to resonate with audiences worldwide? The Origin: Off-Broadway Debut (1998) Created by John Cameron Mitchell (book) and Stephen Trask (music and lyrics), Hedwig and the Angry Inch premiered Off-Broadway