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Death Becomes Her

October 25, 2025 2:00 pm

Lunt-Fontanne Theatre
205 West 46th Street, New York, NY 10036

Witness the iconic 1992 film Death Becomes Her come to life on stage in a thrilling new musical adaptation. Starring Meryl Streep and Goldie Hawn, this dark comedy follows two rivals who discover a potion that grants eternal youth, leading to a twisted tale of vanity, obsession, and the lengths people will go to stay young forever.

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Why We Like It

  • Beloved film is reimagined for the stage with dazzling visuals and a modern, satirical edge.
  • Stellar cast led by Broadway veterans Patti LuPone and Audra McDonald as the feuding frenemies.
  • Darkly comedic story explores timely themes of aging, beauty standards, and the human pursuit of immortality.

Who Should Attend

Fans of the original film, theater-goers who enjoy bold, boundary-pushing musicals, and anyone fascinated by the culture of vanity and the lengths people will go to defy aging.

In the Spotlight

Patti LuPone

Acclaimed Broadway legend starring as Madeline Ashton, the vain, aging actress at the center of the story.

Audra McDonald

Six-time Tony Award winner playing the role of Helen Sharp, Madeline's lifelong rival.

About the Venue

Lunt-Fontanne Theatre

A historic Broadway theater known for hosting lavish, large-scale productions with its grand, ornate interior and seating capacity of over 1,400.

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