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Revision as of 12:41, 22 May 2024
| Death Becomes Her | |
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 Broadway promotional poster | |
| Music | Julia Mattison, Noel Carey and others |
| Lyrics | Julia Mattison, Noel Carey and others |
| Book | Marco Pennette |
| Basis | Film Death Becomes Her |
| Premiere | May 19, 2024: Cadillac Palace Theatre, Chicago |
| Productions | 2024 Chicago 2024 Broadway |
Death Becomes Her is a musical, with a book by Marco Pennette and music and lyrics by Julia Mattison and Noel Carey. It is based on 1992 film with the same name directed and produced by Robert Zemeckis and made its world premiere in May 2024 at the Cadillac Palace Theatre in Chicago.[1]
Production history
Chicago (2024)
In December 2017, a Broadway musical adaptation of Death Becomes Her was reported to be in development, with Kristin Chenoweth tapped to star.[2][3] The book is written by Marco Pennette and has an original score by Julia Mattison and Noel Carey.[4][5] In September 2023 it was announced that the musical was produced by Broadway In Chicago, Universal Theatrical Group, 321 Theatrical Management, and was directed and choreographed by Christopher Gattelli. The production featured set design by Derek McLane, costume design by Paul Tazewell, lighting design by Justin Townsend, sound design by Peter Hylenski, illusions by Rob Lake, hair and makeup by Charles LaPointe and Joe Dulude II.[6]
The musical run at the Cadillac Palace Theatre in Chicago from April 30 to June 2, 2024.[7] The cast featured Megan Hilty as Madeline, Jennifer Simard as Helen, Christopher Sieber as Ernest and Michelle Williams as Viola Van Horn, character originally named Lisle von Rhuman.[8]
Broadway (2024)
In May 2024, the producers announced their plans to have the musical begin performances Broadway's Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on October 23 of that year, with an official opening scheduled for November 21.[9][10]
Cast and characters
| Character | Chicago |
|---|---|
| 2024[11] | |
| Madeline Ashton | Megan Hilty |
| Ernest Menville | Christopher Sieber |
| Helen Sharp | Jennifer Simard |
| Viola Van Horn | Michelle Williams |
Critical response
The original Chicago production received positive reviews.[12][13][14][15]
References
- ^ Evans, Greg (September 5, 2023). "'Death Becomes Her' Stage Musical Sets Pre-Broadway Chicago Run For Spring 2024". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ^ Wong, Curtis M. (December 13, 2017). "'Death Becomes Her' is About to Become a Broadway Musical". HuffPost. Archived from the original on March 8, 2018. Retrieved June 10, 2018.
- ^ Geier, Thom (December 13, 2017). "Kristin Chenoweth to Star in Stage Musical Version of Meryl Streep's 'Death Becomes Her'". TheWrap. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ^ Lee, Ashley (December 13, 2017). "Kristin Chenoweth to Star in 'Death Becomes Her' Stage Musical". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ^ Scorziello, Sophia (September 5, 2023). "'Death Becomes Her' Musical Starring Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard Coming To Chicago". Variety. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ^ Gans, Andrew (2023-09-05). "Death Becomes Her Musical Will Open on Broadway This Fall Starring Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard". Playbill. Retrieved 2024-05-15.
- ^ Evans, Greg (2023-09-05). "Death Becomes Her Stage Musical Sets Pre-Broadway Chicago Run For Spring 2024". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on September 6, 2023. Retrieved 2023-09-06.
- ^ Gans, Andrew (March 4, 2024). "Christopher Sieber, Michelle Williams, More Join Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard in Death Becomes Her Musical". Playbill. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ^ Jones, Chris (May 2, 2024). "'Death Becomes Her' gets a new life as a Broadway musical, opening in a world premiere in Chicago". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ^ Paulson, Michael (May 15, 2024). "'Death Becomes Her' Musical to Open on Broadway This Fall". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ^ Conway, Jeff (April 23, 2024). "'Death Becomes Her' Cast And Creators On Turning The Film Into A Musical". Forbes. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ^ Culwell-Block, Logan; Gans, Andrew (May 20, 2024). "Reviews: What Do Critics Think of the Broadway-Bound Death Becomes Her Musical?". Playbill. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ^ Wexler, Matthew (May 21, 2024). "First look at Broadway-bound "Death Becomes Her," Billy Porter's special Tony & Brandi Carlile's surprise appearance". Queerty. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ^ Sullivan, Catey (May 20, 2024). "'Death Becomes Her' stage musical a charming affair needing just a few wrinkles ironed out". Chicago Sun-Times. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ^ Oxman, Steven (May 20, 2024). "'Death Becomes Her' Review: Promising Pre-Broadway Musical Makes for a Campy Improvement on the Cult Film". Variety. Retrieved May 21, 2024.