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Manuel Puig

Birth Place: Villegas, ARGENTINA

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BIO

Among his best-known novels are La traición de Rita Hayworth (Betrayed by Rita Hayworth, 1968), Boquitas pintadas (Heartbreak Tango, 1969), and El beso de la mujer araña (Kiss of the Spider Woman, 1976) which was adapted into the film released in 1985, directed by the Argentine-Brazilian director Héctor Babenco; and a Broadway musical in 1993.

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KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Movie Soundtrack Now Available on CD
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025

Kiss of the Spider Woman – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack is now available on CD. The album was released in streaming and digital platforms last month and will be available on Friday, December 19.
KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Sets November Digital Release
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 10, 2025

Kiss of the Spider Woman, the 2025 adaptation of the Broadway musical, will arrive on digital platforms on November 11, 2025. The digital release will retail for $14.99 in standard definition and $19.99 in high definition. 
Chita Rivera Was Originally Set to Appear in KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Movie
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 23, 2025

Before her passing in 2024, Broadway legend Chita Rivera was originally attached to appear in the film adaptation of Kiss of the Spider Woman, which hit theaters earlier this month. 
Review: KISS OF THE SPIDERWOMAN Confidently Harnesses the Language of Film
by Oliver Oliveros - Oct 14, 2025

In 'Kiss of the Spiderwoman,' which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year, movie musical veteran Bill Condon reimagines it, with additional songs from the pre-Broadway production.
Layton Williams and George Blagden Join KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Cast
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2025

Layton Williams and George Blagden will join the cast of John Kander and Fred Ebb’s ground-breaking musical, KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN, as prisoners Molina and Valentin.
Video: Jennifer Lopez New Musical Clip from KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 8, 2025

During a recent appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Jennifer Lopez shared a new clip from the highly anticipated Kiss of the Spider Woman movie. Check out the snippet, which is taken from the song 'A Visit' featuring Lopez as the title character and her co-star Tonatiuh as Molina.
Photos: Jennifer Lopez, Tonatiuh, & More Attend KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Red Carpet Event at The Shed
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 7, 2025

On Monday, October 6, 2025 at The Shed in New York, the cast and crew of Kiss of the Spider Woman attended a special screening and red carpet for the highly anticipated movie musical. Check out photos now!
Video: Jennifer Lopez Opens Up About Seeing Her First Broadway Show
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 6, 2025

Jennifer Lopez is making her movie musical debut in the new film version of Kiss of the Spider Woman. Since childhood, the superstar has loved musical theater and recalled some of her early Broadway memories during a recent visit to Live with Kelly and Mark. Check out the interview now.
Listen: KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Movie Soundtrack Available Now
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 3, 2025

The official soundtrack is now available for the film adaptation of Kiss of the Spider Woman, starring Jennifer Lopez and Tonatiuh and featuring songs by Broadway songwriting duo John Kander and Frank Ebb. Listen to it now!
Bill Condon Says Most Broadway Musicals Shouldn’t Be Adapted for Film
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 2, 2025

Ahead of the release of Kiss of the Spider Woman, director Bill Condon shared his thoughts about the art (and difficulties) of bringing stage musicals to the big screen.
Video: Jennifer Lopez Talks Lifelong Love of Musicals on CBS SUNDAY MORNING, Previews KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 29, 2025

Jennifer Lopez recently sat down with CBS Sunday Morning to preview the new screen adaptation of Kiss of the Spider Woman. Check out the full interview, where she recalls her early theater experiences, including her job selling programs for The Phantom of the Opera outside the Majestic Theater.
Listen: Tonatiuh Sings 'She's a Woman' From KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 26, 2025

“She's a Woman,' another single from the upcoming film adaptation of Kiss of the Spider Woman, is now available. The John Kander and Frank Ebb-penned tune is performed by Tonatiuh, who plays the character of Molina in the film. Listen to it here!
KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Award Categories Revealed for Tonatiuh and Diego Luna
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 24, 2025

Tonatiuh will compete in the awards category of leading actor for his performance as Molina in the Kiss of the Spider Woman film, with Diego Luna competing in the supporting category as Valentin.
Video: Jennifer Lopez, Tonatiuh, & More on Bringing KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN to Life
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 22, 2025

Writer/director Bill Condon, Jennifer Lopez, Tonatiuh, and more recently sat down with The Academy to discuss the new adaptation of Kiss of the Spider Woman. Watch the conversation now.
Video: Jennifer Lopez Sings Cut Song 'Never You' From KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 19, 2025

“Never You,' the second single from the upcoming film adaptation of Kiss of the Spider Woman and performed by the film's star, Jennifer Lopez, is now available. Check it out now.
Jennifer Lopez to Campaign in Supporting Category for KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2025

Jennifer Lopez will compete in the awards category of Best Supporting Actress for her performance as Aurora/Ingrid Luna in the Kiss of the Spider Woman film, which opens next month.​​​​​​​
Jennifer Lopez Filmed KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN Musical Numbers in One Take
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 11, 2025

During a recent post-screening Q&A for the big screen adaptation of Kiss of the Spider Woman, Jennifer Lopez revealed details about filming the musical numbers for the movie musical, which were shot in one take. 
Review: THE KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN at GALA Hispanic Theatre
by Mary Lincer - Sep 7, 2025

The Kiss of the Spider Woman, a 2-hour show presented in Spanish with English surtitles, runs through September 28. See here for more details!
Video: Jennifer Lopez Sings Title Song From KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2025

The first single from the upcoming film adaptation of Kiss of the Spider Woman, starring Jennifer Lopez, has been released. Listen to the title song, sung by Lopez, here!
BWW Q&A: José Luis Arellano on KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN at GALA Hispanic Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Sep 4, 2025

Set in an Argentine prison, Kiss of the Spider Woman follows two cellmates as they struggle to overcome prejudices and preconceptions—Valentín, a revolutionary political prisoner, and Molina, a queer idealist who copes by escaping reality into film noir fantasies. 

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How many shows has Manuel Puig written?

Manuel Puig has written 1 shows including Kiss of the Spider Woman (Source Material).

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