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Death Becomes Her Reviews

A new musical, based on the 1992 film of the same name.

4.7
Tickets starting at $63.74
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Critics’ Reviews (4)

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Deadline

"A perfect musical comedy."

Deadline

Greg Evans

The Daily Beast

"The most fun night out on Broadway!"

The Daily Beast

Tim Teeman

Variety

"A laugh-filled musical to die for!"

Variety

Frank Rizzo

The New York Times

"Breathtakingly over the top. Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard give hilarious star turns."

The New York Times

Jesse Green

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Customer Reviews (596)

4.7
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Had to muffle my laugh
"This was such a funny show! I had my coat over my mouth to hear what they were saying while I was laughing! The talent was insane! Special effects incredible! That being said, there were 2 Fbombs, adult humor and scantily clothed performers. That's why I wouldn't take kids to it. But i am taking my husband!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 30, 2026
A must see!
"The set design & costumes were the best Ive ever seen! The show was super funny & they sang great! Great special effects!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 27, 2026
Non-stop laughs with plenty of diva moments
"The cast was excellent, the story is fun, and the songs have Broadway written all over them. You will have fun, no doubt."
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 26, 2026
Way Better than Anticipated
"I loved the movie, so I was both excited and nervous about the Broadway adaptation. I was pleasantly surprised! The props and scenes were incredible! Costuming beautiful, and dialogue quirky and fun. PG13+ LOVED it! "
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Leslie S from Round Rock on Mar 16, 2026
Glorious performance
"The production was opulent from the drop of the baton which set the scene for fantastic dancers. Costumes were spectacular dripping in jewels and vibrant colors. Scenic elements were carefully thought out and reflect the opulence of the show. Well done! "
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Eric S from St. Petersburg on Mar 16, 2026
Best Broadway Show
"Death Becomes Her was by far the best Broadway Show I have seen! It was entertaining as well as funny! The cast was magnificent! This is a must see show if you are in New York! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 6, 2026
A must, MUST see!!
"This play is a feast for the senses. The lighting, dancing choreography, costuming, special effects and best of all; the commitment of the actors" roles and physicality tied this play in my opinion, a definite Tony award winner!!!"
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Joyce E from BRONX on Feb 15, 2026
So fun!
"This is laugh out loud funny. The actors are incredible. A fun night! "
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Lisa L from Chattanooga on Feb 14, 2026
Humor and Tons of Talent
"This show was the perfect blend of humor, a super talented cast and just a little drama. It captured pop culture references without being overly cheesy and the costumes/production was breathtaking. Highly recommend for a good time!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Feb 14, 2026
Died Laughing!
"Love, love this uplifting show. The cleverness of lyrics, dialogue and character development was superb! Megan and Jen were sensational and funny, comedic timing spot-on! Go see it before they leave the production."
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 3, 2026
Girl, it's a wild ride!
"The show is fantastic. It's full of snark, shade, lessons and most importantly it's hilarious! Jennifer Simard and Megan Hilty were sensational...so much vocal talent and comedy chops. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 22, 2025
A must see!
"The costumes were stunning, as was the choreography, stunts, and of course the singing. The sets were amazing, and just so clever! I loved every minute!"
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Pauline H from North Andover on Dec 14, 2025
Be ready to laugh!
"Death Becomes Her is my favorite show currently on broadway. I have seen the show twice and plan to see it again soon. The actors, stunts and comedy make the show a must see. Be ready to laugh the entire time!! "
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Virginia E from Clayton on Dec 8, 2025
Funny and fantastical
"My daughter and I really enjoyed Death Becomes Her. The show had everything we came to Broadway to see - amazing singing, beautiful dancing, and a spectacular set/costuming. We also enjoyed all the humor and physical gags."
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susan m from Prosper on Nov 15, 2025
Wonderful show
"Amazing movement between set designs and the fall was incredible. Great mix of music and comedy. Actors had great chemistry. Would have loved to see Megan Hilty but her understudy was excellent."
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 15, 2025
Vanity at its best.
"Death Becomes Her has to be one of the top 5 best musicals I have ever seen. Acting, singing dancing, principals and ensemble are excellent. You can feel that this group gets along well together and their energy showed that. Megan and Jennifer are a hoot? It is funny, salty full off special effects with over the top fun. Chris Sieber does an amazing number where he proceeds to get drunk while preparing to patch up the girls and and it is hilarious and amazing. Michelle Williams is enchanting. Overall this show is just plain fun poking fun at the ever real issues with aging and society pressure on staying young looking. Special effects are fun along with he witty dialog and double meaning lines. Don't hesitate go see this show and have some fun."
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Robert A from Lewes on Nov 13, 2025
Humorous and engaging
"The play was so spot on with trying to remain young looking….in such a hilarious way. It was engaging all the way through. And very unpredictable ending."
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 13, 2025
Broadway
"I did not remember the movie so I watched it before I went to the show! The play was so fantastic and so very much like the movie! The two lead ladies were amazing and talented along with Ernest!! "
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Virginia I from Dallas on Nov 12, 2025
One of the funniest nights in theater
" One of the best cast on Broadway with an ensemble who seems to never stop. It's funny. It's silly and the leads are so well gel together. Costumes, sets are unbelievable run to go see the show."
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Lori B from Waltham on Nov 1, 2025
Beautiful Tragedy
"The storyline followed the movie so it helps to have seen the movie. It reminded me of Dorian Grey - the price of immortality. It is R rated and the dancers were the stars; beautiful bodies moving with extreme grace. "
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Eleanor H from Riverview on Oct 12, 2025
Entertaining show!
"Loved seeing Michelle Williams and Megan Hilty. The plot is a bit random but very funny and entertaining, and the songs are great. Lots of sexual jokes so wouldn't recommend for kids but was a fun evening and a lively crowd"
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Michelle L from London on Oct 7, 2025
Better than the movie!
"Amazing! Well written and amazing performance by Megan Hilty!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 6, 2025
A Spectacle Full of Surprises
"An homage rather than a slavishly faithful adaption of the movie, the performances from the principal and company players were faultless."
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Jason M from San Francisco on Oct 2, 2025
Funny and great actors
"This was one of the funniest shows I have seen. Well done! "
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MARCI G from Philadelphia on Sep 29, 2025
This is the way Broadway should be, entertaining
"Fabulous show, the talent was superb! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 25, 2025
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About Death Becomes Her

Madeline Ashton is the most beautiful actress (just ask her) ever to grace the stage and screen. Helen Sharp is the long-suffering author (just ask her) who lives in her shadow. They have always been the best of frenemies…until Madeline steals Helen’s fiancé away. As Helen plots revenge and Madeline clings to her rapidly fading star, their world is suddenly turned upside down by Viola Van Horn, a mysterious woman with a secret that’s to die for.

After one sip of Viola’s magical potion, Madeline and Helen begin a new era of life (and death) with their youth and beauty restored…and a grudge to last eternity.

Now a warning! You may not be ready for the unbelievable amount of comedy, glamour, and magic onstage at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. Death Becomes Her is a “wildly entertaining, perfect musical comedy. It grabs the audience by the jugular and doesn’t let go” (Deadline). With direction and choreography by Tony winner Christopher Gattelli, Death Becomes Her is “a laugh-filled, tuneful musical to die for” (Variety) and “a cheek-aching laughter roller coaster — the most fun night out on Broadway!” (The Daily Beast). Experience the “savagely funny” (Time Out) pop-culture phenomenon that’s been certified “hilarious” by The New York Times, Entertainment Weekly, Z100, Beyoncé (!!), Goldie Hawn, Superman aka David Corenswet, Michelle Williams (the other one), and countless fans on Instagram, TikTok, and beyond. See it now, and laugh for eternity.

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