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The much-anticipated filmed version of the 2024 West End staging of *Next to Normal*, which was recorded last September, is set to debut on PBS as part of the Great Performances series. Viewers can catch the musical, featuring Caissie Levy in the lead role, on Friday, May 9 at 9 p.m. ET.
This production of the Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical was staged at The Donmar Warehouse and featured a talented cast, including Jamie Parker, Jack Wolfe, Eleanor Worthington-Cox, Trevor Dion Nicholas, and Jack Ofrecio.
*Next to Normal* delves deep into themes of family dynamics, mental health, and the complexities of grief. Central to the narrative is Diana Goodman, portrayed as a suburban mother grappling with bipolar disorder while navigating the shadows of her past. After its debut at The Donmar Warehouse, the production made its way to Wyndham’s Theatre in the West End for a limited engagement in 2024.
Directed by Michael Longhurst, the production boasts a creative team that includes renowned composer Tom Kitt, who has received prestigious accolades including Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Awards, along with writer Brian Yorkey, celebrated for his Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning works. For those interested, reviews from the original UK staging are available for reading.
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