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Death Takes A Holiday

Death Takes A Holiday at Laura Pels Theater

Why see Death Takes A Holiday?

Based on the beloved play, Death Takes a Holiday is an enchanting new musical in which the loneliest of souls disguises himself as a handsome young prince and discovers the joys and heartbreaks of life.

Directed by Tony® winner Doug Hughes (Doubt), this soaring tale of love is adapted by Tony®-winning writers Peter Stone (1776) and Thomas Meehan (Annie, The Producers, Hairspray), and features lush, romantic songs by Tony® winner Maury Yeston (Nine, Titanic).

Key Information

Audience

Death Takes A Holiday is suitable for audiences aged 10 and upwards.

Dates

Finished Sep 4, 2011

Cast

Linda Balgord
Matt Cavenaugh
Mara Davi
Kevin Earley
Joy Hermalyn
Jay Jaski
Simon Jones
Rebecca Luker
Patricia Noonan
Jill Paice
Michael Siberry
Alexandra Socha
Don Stephenson
Max von Essen

Creative

Director - Doug Hughes
Lyrics - Maury Yeston
Music - Maury Yeston
Book - Peter Stone & Thomas Meehan
Lighting Design - Kenneth Posner
Choreography - Peter Pucci
Set Design - Derek McLane
Costume Design - Catherine Zuber

Reviews

Customer reviews

1 reviews, average rating: (3.5 Stars)

jud

jud

The play is very charming. Each cast member is outstanding. However, I felt there were too many subplots - at least two people in the cast are unnecessary. Also, there were too many songs. Everyone has a fantastic voice, but each character is given their own special song to perform and I felt that was overdone. All in all, it is enjoyable, with lovely costumes. ... Read more
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