Next to Normal at Theater West End

FEBRUARY 14 - MARCH 2

A family on the edge. A journey to healing. A musical like no other.

An unflinching look at a suburban family struggling with the effects of mental illness.

Next to Normal, with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt, explores how one suburban household copes with crisis and mental illness. Winner of three 2009 Tony Awards, including Best Musical Score and the 2010 Pulitzer Prize, Next to Normal was also chosen as "one of the year's ten best shows" by critics around the country, including The Los AngelesTimes, The Washington Post, Rolling Stone and The New York Times.

Dad's an architect; Mom rushes to pack lunches and pour cereal; their daughter and son are bright, wise-cracking teens, appearing to be a typical American family. And yet their lives are anything but normal because the mother has been battling bipolar disorder for 16 years. Next to Normal takes audiences into the minds and hearts of each character, presenting their family's story with love, sympathy and heart.

CONTENT WARNING: This show includes mature themes and content that may not be suitable for all audiences. This musical explores complex themes that may be more appropriate for older teenagers and adults. Recommended for audiences aged 13 and above.

Authors

• Brian Yorkey
• Tom Kitt

Tony Awards and Nominations for Next to Normal