Next to Normal at Duluth Playhouse

Winner of three Tony Awards, including Best Musical Score, and the 2010 Pulitzer Prize, this groundbreaking, emotion-packed musical was named “one of the year’s ten best shows” by critics at publications across the country.

Featuring an electrifying rock score by Tom Kitt and heart-wrenching lyrics by Brian Yorkey, Next to Normal follows the seemingly typical Goodman family as they navigate the complexities of love, loss, and mental health. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder, Diana Goodman is a wife and mother whose day-to-day life is a rollercoaster of euphoric highs to crippling lows. The Goodmans grapple with the challenge of maintaining a sense of normalcy while contending with the unpredictable nature of Diana’s mental health. Ultimately, the family’s collective journey becomes a poignant representation of resilience and the power of compassion in the face of adversity. 

Next to Normal is a brave and breathtaking piece of musical theatre that goes where few can with honesty and conviction, promising audiences a raw and unforgettable experience.