Meryl Streep and Goldie Hawn Bring 'Death Becomes Her' Magic to Broadway
The beloved cult comedy 'Death Becomes Her' is making a spectacular leap from silver screen to stage, with original stars Meryl Streep and Goldie Hawn collaborating on a musical adaptation that promises to capture the film's dark humor and fantastical premise.
The 1992 film, which originally starred Streep, Hawn, and Bruce Willis, tells the story of two frenemies who consume a magical youth potion, leading to hilarious and macabre consequences. The Broadway musical aims to reimagine this narrative through dynamic musical numbers and contemporary staging.
- Original film director Robert Zemeckis is involved in the musical's development
- Preliminary workshops have already begun with Broadway choreographers
- Expected premiere date is set for late 2024
Industry insiders suggest the musical will blend the film's campy humor with sophisticated Broadway storytelling, potentially attracting both nostalgic fans and new audiences. The project represents an exciting collaboration between film and theater worlds, leveraging the star power of Streep and Hawn.
Fans of the original film can look forward to a fresh, musical interpretation of this iconic story of rivalry, immortality, and comedic revenge.
