- The musical is based on the 1992 film 'Death Becomes Her,' directed by Robert Zemeckis, who also produced the film.
- Death Becomes Her began performances on Broadway on October 23, 2024 at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre.
- The world premiere of the musical took place at the Cadillac Palace Theatre in Chicago in May 2024.
- The book for the musical was written by Marco Pennette, with an original score composed by Julia Mattison and Noel Carey.
- The character Lisle von Rhuman from the film was changed to Viola Van Horn in the musical, and portrayed by Michelle Williams.
- The production features elaborate designs including set design by Derek McLane, costume design by Paul Tazewell, and lighting design by Justin Townsend.
- Illusions for the musical were created by Rob Lake, enhancing the fantastical elements of the story.
- The Chicago production was directed and choreographed by Christopher Gattelli and ran from April 30 to June 2, 2024.
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