Death Becomes Her Review: Hilarious Broadway Comedy for Mature Audiences
Original Broadway Cast of Death Becomes Her on stage
This supernatural comedy musical is Broadway at its most outrageous. Death Becomes Her brings the cult classic film to life with spectacular production values, show-stopping performances, and laugh-out-loud moments that keep coming. If you're looking for escapist fun with Broadway royalty on stage, this is your show.
What Makes Death Becomes Her Special:
Broadway powerhouses Michelle Williams, Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, and Christopher Sieber
Stunning costumes and jaw-dropping dance numbers
Phenomenal singing throughout
Sharp, witty humor that lands consistently
Big Broadway musical spectacle directed by Christopher Gattelli
Our reviewers had an absolute blast. "A super fun show. A laugh a minute. Amazing." The energy was infectious from start to finish.
The highlight? "I felt like we were looking at each other and laughing the whole time." The show delivers exactly what it promises—pure entertainment with some surprisingly thoughtful themes underneath.
Beneath the comedy and spectacle, the musical explores vanity, aging, and what truly matters in life. "One thing that it deals a lot with is the vain parts of our lives. Whether or not it's important to look beautiful and if that's really important or if more who we are and what we do on the inside is more important."
Your Family Guide to Death Becomes Her
Theatre for Family Audiences (TFA) Rating: Teen & Up
Recommended Age: 16-18+
Conversation Starter: After
Marvelous Family Pick: ⭐ Yes (for older teens)
What Parents Need to Know
This show is best for mature teens and adults. While the humor is clever and the performances spectacular, the content requires emotional maturity.
Content to be aware of:
Adult language including f-bombs
Violence and death (played for laughs)
Sexual moments and innuendo
Themes about vanity, plastic surgery, and aging
References to adult relationships
Great Conversations to Have
Despite the adult content, the show offers meaningful themes worth discussing with older teens.
Topics to explore:
The pressure to look young and beautiful
What gives life meaning and value
The importance of inner beauty vs. outer appearance
Friendship and loyalty
Society's obsession with youth
Comparing to Other Shows
"I compare it to Hamilton. There are f-bombs in that, violence and those sexual moments in Hamilton and so Lucy has seen Hamilton. Some jokes... Yeah, 'cause I didn't know what they were about."
One parent noted: "I would highly recommend it as a parent for 12 plus," while another suggested "18 or older would be a good age to see this show." A third reviewer recommended "16 plus. Then again, I'm the PG producer."
The Bottom Line
"Great outing maybe to take some of your adult or older children with you. You're going to have a great time with your kids when you go. If you're ready for crazy wild fun, definitely go see it. Put it on your list."
Death Becomes Her is pure Broadway joy—clever, witty, and wildly entertaining. Just make sure your teens are ready for the mature content.
