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Death Becomes Her Reviews

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

4.8
Tickets starting at $63.74
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"A perfect musical comedy."

Deadline

Greg Evans

"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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4.8
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Fantastic show
"This was my first broadway show and it did not disappoint. The acting, singing, and the whole production was top notch. Very funny and entertaining show I would highly recommend "
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Brian K from Louisville on Dec 19, 2025
I laughed the entire time!
"I knew the talent would be amazing, but they blew me away! It was hilarious! The singing, acting, dancing, and amazing costumes are the best I've ever seen. The jokes are a little raunchy so it isn't for kids, but I highly recommend this play for adults that enjoy great theater."
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Amie D from Princeton on Dec 19, 2025
MUST SEE!
"Had everything I could want! Great music, hilarious, great performers...would definitely see again. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 16, 2025
Excellent Show
"Our expectations were exceeded! Even though Megan Hilty did not perform, her understudy was outstanding! Costumes, special effects, humor and music were awesome. Highly recommend seeing this show!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 15, 2025
Perfect girl’s night out!
"Mom and daughter’s night out and our first Broadway show! Wanted something upbeat and entertaining and this show hit every mark, plus some! Laughed a lot and didn’t want it to end! Highly recommend :)"
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Nicole R from Saint Charles on Dec 14, 2025
OMG
"FABULOUS! Truly amazing show with impeccable cast, set, costuming, orchestra and direction. You could tell how much fun the cast has in this show. Definitely an 18+ show with sexual material- that being said it's freaking hilarious and I had the time of my life. Thought provoking, funny, beautiful and one of the best shows I've seen. Please see it if you have the chance! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 11, 2025
Fabulous everything
"The singing and dancing were superb and the sets and costumes were dazzling"
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 10, 2025
Really fun show
"Singing was outstanding. Banter between the characters had use laughing throughout. Very fun. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 10, 2025
Lightning in a bottle!
"This was easily the funniest, most dynamic comedy musical I've ever seen! The cast puts on an absolutely stellar performance, and the production level is higher than most shows I've seen on Broadway or with touring companies. An absolute delight that had me smiling and laughing from start to finish! Highly recommend seeing it before the OG cast leaves, but regardless of who is performing, you will absolutely love Death Becomes Her!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 10, 2025
Fantastically Funny and Entertaining Production!
"Great special effects and phenomenal talent! We enjoyed the production VERY MUCH and have recommended it to many friends who have tickets and now plan to attend. Don't miss this show if you desire an entertaining, fast-moving, delightful Broadway theatre experience!"
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Steve G from San Diego on Dec 10, 2025
Outstanding in all respects
"I liked everything - sets, lighting, costumes, and of course, the singing and acting were outstanding!"
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Jimmy D from Whitefish on Dec 9, 2025
Hilarious Adult Humor
"We spent 3 days in New York City and this play was the biggest highlight of the trip. The cast is outstanding and their delivery was impeccable."
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 8, 2025
Broadway at its finest!
"This show is what Broadway is all about! From the moment the curtain opens, the set design, the costumes, staging, acting, music, lyrics, dancing, singing are superb and the direction is flawless! We laughed and felt elated leaving the theatre. I can tell you, I see many, many shows both on and off Broadway and this is one of the few, I would pay to see again!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 8, 2025
Laugh out loud funny!
"Actors were excellent! Set, lighting, special effects, and costumes so well done. Felt like you were in Violas home. Audience laughed out loud throughout the show. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 8, 2025
Hilarious
"We thoroughly enjoyed this show! The singing was phenomenal, the songs were hysterical and the costumes were vavavoom!!!"
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Suzanne R from Middletown on Dec 7, 2025
The singing was amazing👍🏼👍🏼
"Fantastic cast all songs were on point. Beautiful costumes amazing"
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 7, 2025
So much better than the movie
"I really enjoyed this show. What stood out was the superb acting by the leads and the entire cast. I wasn’t sure I would like it after previewing the movie plot but certainly did and highly recommend. Many funny moments. "
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Paul B from Berkley on Dec 6, 2025
Great show - fantastic cast!
"Cast was awesome. Show was very entertaining. Worth the money. Fantastic time out. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 6, 2025
Best show I’ve seen in years
"Amazing cast, amazing production, amazing music. Everything was done at the highest level."
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 6, 2025
Quite a ride
"This show was beautifully acted and produced. The actors all had incredible voices and the staging was extremely well done. The special effects were … extra special! Not for children - mature content. "
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Carol A from Los Gatos on Dec 5, 2025
A great show and great atmosphere
"The whole cast were amazing, acting and vocals on point. The lighting and the scenery was fantastic and very slick. The theatre had a really good atmosphere. The tricks involved were slick and seamless. Good comedy moments had the whole audience laughing. Fully recommend this show. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 4, 2025
This might be one of the best shows I have seen!
"This was absolute perfection! The casting is amazing, the acting is superb and hilarious and the songs and dancing were fantastic! So much talent on display!! Had a great time from beginning to end!! Truly was a favorite!!"
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Elaine S from Reston on Dec 4, 2025
ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS
"Loved loved loved this show! Everyone should see this. Laughed from beginning to end. "
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Yvonne N from Pekin on Dec 3, 2025
Brilliant
"Being a big fan of the film I was excited for this musical. It didn’t disappoint I thought it was fab. I loved the costumes the set and the songs! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 3, 2025
Riveting
"We enjoyed every moment of this show . The stage props, the cast, the storyline, incredible and highly recommend it."
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 29, 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). Starring Tony nominees Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, and Christopher Sieber, plus Grammy® winner Michelle Williams, 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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