10 Tony Award® nominations including Best Musical!
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.
Time Out New York raves, “4 STARS! Death Becomes Her is savagely funny,” and Deadline declares it’s “wildly entertaining — a perfect musical comedy.” 2025 Tony nominees “Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard are two theatrical masterminds giving hilarious star turns” (The New York Times). Grammy® winner Michelle Williams is “irresistibly fabulous” (TheaterMania), and “Christopher Sieber stops the show” (Time Out New York). Based on the classic 1992 film and directed and choreographed by Tony Nominee Christopher Gattelli, Death Becomes Her is “a laugh-filled, tuneful musical to die for” (Variety) and “the most fun night out on Broadway!” (The Daily Beast)
"An unforgettable girls trip to Broadway. Death Becomes Her musical was in sync with the 1992 film. Production was spot on with every detail, including set decor, costumes and choreography. The performers and dancers were flawless. The support staff (ushers, bartenders, etc) were exceptional. Our seating was the last row in the mezzanine, it was not obstructed. I rate this a five-star show. "
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siobhon a from Cheshire on May 29, 2025
Would see it again…..
"I thought the play was funny, well written, and the cast did an excellent job and not only performing, but the dancers. I thought the set design and costumes were very good as well. Special effects were good and the show itself was just very funny. My only criticism would be at times the music and singers were just too loud and it was a little difficult to understand because of the volume of the amplifiers, but, it was probably my second favorite show. I’ve seen on Broadway in the last year or two, and it’s one of the two shows I would definitely see again."
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Benjamin N from DE Bear on May 29, 2025
Amazing
"The storyline and story was great! The actors was fantastic! The singing. The dancing. The stage. Really great production. "
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Craig D from Tampa on May 28, 2025
My mother in law loved it!
"My mother in law went to see this on her own and reported back to me that she was so glad we choose this for her to go see. We travel every year to see Broadway shows. This year my husband and I were meeting friends and my mother in law preferred to go to see an extra matinee show. She thought it was funny and liked the production (she is a former drama teacher). She did mention it would not be appropriate for children- I think bc of adult themes. Now I’m sad that I missed it. I think we need to go back to soon. "
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Margaret B from Austin on May 27, 2025
Even without Megan Hilty, this show was a knockout!
"4 Broadway lovers flew internationally from Ireland and the Caribbean for this show. We knew about the nominations, and saw the reviews, but we were still delighted by how consistently funny the show is. Laughs for each number, and Jennifer Simard is outstanding. She captures the snark of Helen Sharp perfectly and what a voice!
Megan Hilty’s understudy performed brilliantly as well, although we were not informed until an hour before the show. We were offered a refund, but we really had no choice. We were flying out of the country the next morning, and it was too late to find another show). Still, we were very glad to be a part of the audience.
The set and lighting were perfect for creating the slightly creepy, absolutely camp, and at times bawdy tone. Having seen the film many years ago, we wondered how the shocking effects would be achieved. We were not disappointed.
And the singing! “For the Gaze” is a standout and helped to set the tone for the entire production.
Looking forward to the Tonys next month and seeing the awards pile up."
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Broadway.com Customer on May 27, 2025
Incredible show
"Great cast, funny and smart! If you enjoyed the movie this one is a must! "
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Aristotelis L from London on May 26, 2025
Beautiful costumes, funny, suprising.
"We were pleasantly surprised with the beauty of this presentation the lights, color, surprises, and acting as well as singing. As an artist this was delightful."
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Broadway.com Customer on May 26, 2025
Great Special Effects!
"Loved this show! My husband even found it impressive and really liked it! The understudy for Megan Hilty did a fantastic job!"
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Nancy C from Hazard on May 24, 2025
Great one liners delivered with flair!
"Great comedy timing. Great voices"
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Broadway.com Customer on May 23, 2025
P H E N O M E N A L
"This was one of the most spectacular shows I have ever seen. The singing, the cast and characters, THE COSTUMES, the set, and the music were all on a level with no equal. Absolutely Gorgeous. 10/10 WILL see again!!! "
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Shannon K from Wentzville on May 23, 2025
Best musical comedy I’ve seen!
"The casting, from the leads to the dance ensemble, is brilliant. I felt the show did a great job honoring the original movie, but adding in some creative changes. Megan and Jennifer are gifted with their comedic timing and performance. I literally laughed out loud throughout the show. I would say as a whole the music was fun …I’m not sure I could say I remember any standouts save for Madeleine’s first song, but still everything wowed from the singing chops to the choreo. I would say there are a few elements of the show that might make it unsuitable for young children, but most of the innuendos go over their head. Great cast and comedy gold. "
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David W from Livermore on May 22, 2025
Best show I’ve seen in awhile
"I was looking forward to this show and it blew my expectations out of the water. The cast, lighting, sets, music, everything was amazing. I would watch this production again and again if I could. 10000/10 would highly recommend!"
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Justin L from Albuquerque on May 22, 2025
Amazing show
"Took my mom and she loved it. Effects were amazing. Funny story great acting "
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Adam F from Cinnaminson on May 20, 2025
Incredible performance!!!
"I totally enjoyed every minute of the show! 👏👏👏 Wouldn’t change anything!!! "
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Broadway.com Customer on May 19, 2025
How could death be funny.
"I would highly recommend this show. Actors were fabulous! Didn’t expect it to be as funny as it was so it was truly entertaining. Enjoyed everything about this show."
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Broadway.com Customer on May 19, 2025
Hilarious
"“Death Becomes Her” was a hilarious, well-timed musical with exquisite costumes and superb sets. The actors were very clever and had voices that were amazing. I highly recommend!!"
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Jackie N from Dillsburg on May 18, 2025
Super entertaining
"The comedic timing and talent of all of its stars was just fantastic. Highly recommend"
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Broadway.com Customer on May 16, 2025
Best show on Broadway!!
"Loved the singing! Actors and actresses were superb! Dancing and costumes were fabulous!! Awesome show overall. I loved it! "
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Deborah L from Davenport on May 15, 2025
Amazing
"This was our family's very first experience at a Broadway show, and it was absolutely exhilarating! From the moment the curtains rose to the final bow, we were completely captivated. Even when two cast members had their understudies take the stage, they delivered flawless performances that kept the energy high. It was a phenomenal experience!"
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Jarrett G from CASTROVILLE on May 13, 2025
Fun fun and more fun
"Love a show that can make me laugh and this one had me in stitches. Funny content - so much talent …thoroughly enjoyed "
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Olive W from Baltimore on May 12, 2025
Musical Finery
"Every moment was a delight."
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Broadway.com Customer on May 12, 2025
Hilarious
"This show was fantastic. I loved it. My 13 year old daughter really enjoyed it. The jokes are rather “mature” but I think they generally went over her head. The sleight of hand tricks were great. "
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Broadway.com Customer on May 12, 2025
Fun from beginning to end!
"I'll admit it, I love Broadway musicals and "Death Becomes Her" backs up why!
Humor, a great score, terrific actors that were perfectly cast...the show was fabulous. "
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Andrew C from Bloomfield Hills on May 11, 2025
Non stop laughter!!!
"Top talent in a non stop laugh out loud musical.
Not for the faint of heart or children but the production is extremely well done. The costume and special effects were brilliant. Highly recommend "
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Broadway.com Customer on May 10, 2025
Broadway at Its Absolute Best
"The talent, energy and chemistry of the cast elevated an already stratospheric level of story, music, costumes, choreography, set . . . . If you can only experience one Broadway production during your visit to New York, make it Death Becomes Her. "
