The musical “Death Becomes Her” is making its world premiere in Chicago, featuring Broadway stars Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard. The show explores the quest for eternal youth and features powerhouse performances from these two talented actresses, who portray youth-obsessed frenemies Madeline and Helen.
Michelle Williams from Rockford will be joining the cast as a mysterious woman who tempts the main characters with a magical youth elixir. This role adds another layer of excitement to an already thrilling production. The Broadway debut of the musical is set for the fall, but Chicagoans can catch a preview at the Cadillac Palace Theatre until June 2.
During interviews about the production, Hilty and Simard discuss their experience working on the show and how they bring the CGI and special effects of the original film to life on stage. They also touch on themes of perfectionism and what lengths people are willing to go to achieve it.
Overall, “Death Becomes Her” promises to be a campy and glitzy musical experience that will have audiences laughing out loud while also exploring deeper themes about our society’s obsession with youth and beauty.
