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[Broadway, 2024]
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Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

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DEATH BECOMES HER Tickets to Go on Sale for Playhouse Square Engagement Photo
DEATH BECOMES HER Tickets to Go on Sale for Playhouse Square Engagement
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2026

Tickets for the Tony Award-winning musical comedy DEATH BECOMES HER go on sale for its three-week engagement at Playhouse Square in Cleveland, where the national tour will launch.
DEATH BECOMES HER Sets Closing Date Photo
DEATH BECOMES HER Sets Closing Date
by Nicole Rosky - May 18, 2026

BroadwayWorld has just learned that the Tony Award winning and Grammy Award nominated musical, and the most nominated production  of the 2024/2025 Broadway season, DEATH BECOMES HER, will conclude its Broadway run. WE have all of the details here.
Photos: DEATH BECOMES HER Celebrates 500 Performances Photo
Photos: DEATH BECOMES HER Celebrates 500 Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026

Death Becomes celebrated their 500th performance on Broadway at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. See photos from the celebration here!
Video: Betsy Wolfe Takes Her First Bow In DEATH BECOMES HER On Broadway Photo
Video: Betsy Wolfe Takes Her First Bow In DEATH BECOMES HER On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2026

Tony Nominee Betsy Wolfe began performances as 'Madeline Ashton' in Death Becomes Her tonight, Friday, January 16. Go inside the Lunt-Fontanne for tonight's curtain call as Betsy takes her first bow in a new social post! Watch the video below!
Photo: First Look at Betsy Wolfe as 'Madeline Ashton' in DEATH BECOMES HER Photo
Photo: First Look at Betsy Wolfe as 'Madeline Ashton' in DEATH BECOMES HER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2026

Tony Nominee Betsy Wolfe begins performances as 'Madeline Ashton' in Death Becomes Her. Get a first look at Wolfe as Madeline Ashton in the production here!
Video: DEATH BECOMES HER Cast Celebrates the Holidays With Dressing Room Door Decorat Photo
Video: DEATH BECOMES HER Cast Celebrates the Holidays With Dressing Room Door Decorations
by Michael Major - Dec 19, 2025

The cast of Death Becomes Her is celebrating the holidays this year with a dressing room door decorating competition! Watch a video of a look inside the holiday tradition, complete with her Christopher Sieber-themed door.
Video: DEATH BECOMES HER Cast Performs ‘Don’t Say I Didn’t (Warn You)’ on TOD Photo
Video: DEATH BECOMES HER Cast Performs ‘Don’t Say I Didn’t (Warn You)’ on TODAY
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 23, 2025

Michelle Williams and the cast of Broadway’s Death Becomes Her joined TODAY on Thursday to celebrate the first anniversary of the show and performed “Don’t Say I Didn’t (Warn You).' Check out the performance now.
Video: Dee Roscioli Debuts as 'Helen Sharp' in DEATH BECOMES HER Photo
Video: Dee Roscioli Debuts as 'Helen Sharp' in DEATH BECOMES HER
by Michael Major - Oct 22, 2025

Watch a video of Dee Roscioli making her debut as 'Helen Sharp' in Death Becomes Her on Broadway on Tuesday night. She has been on for Megan Hilty in the past, but played Jennifer Simard's role for the first time.
Betsy Wolfe Will Take Over as 'Madeline Ashton' in DEATH BECOMES HER Photo
Betsy Wolfe Will Take Over as 'Madeline Ashton' in DEATH BECOMES HER
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 20, 2025

Betsy Wolfe will take over as ‘Madeline Ashton’ in DEATH BECOMES HER starting January 16, 2026, replacing Megan Hilty. Get the latest updates!
DEATH BECOMES HER Will Host An Album Signing Event at the Museum of Broadway Photo
DEATH BECOMES HER Will Host An Album Signing Event at the Museum of Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2025

To celebrate the Original Broadway Cast Recording of DEATH BECOMES HER, a special cast album signing event at the Museum of Broadway will take place. Learn more about the event here.
Drew Barrymore Wants to Star in a DEATH BECOMES HER Remake Photo
Drew Barrymore Wants to Star in a DEATH BECOMES HER Remake
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 2, 2025

While the musical version of Death Becomes Her plays on at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, Drew Barrymore is cooking up some ideas for the beloved title to return to the screen. On a recent episode of The Drew Barrymore Show, she revealed that she'd love to remake the classic 1992 film alongside Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston.
Video: Kaleigh Cronin Makes 'Helen Sharp' Debut in DEATH BECOMES HER Photo
Video: Kaleigh Cronin Makes 'Helen Sharp' Debut in DEATH BECOMES HER
by Michael Major - Jul 23, 2025

Kaleigh Cronin has made her debut as Helen Sharp in Death Becomes Her on Broadway! While Jennifer Simard is on vacation, Cronin took on the role for the first time in the hit Broadway musical. Watch the video!
Video: Megan Hilty Returns to DEATH BECOMES HER on Broadway Photo
Video: Megan Hilty Returns to DEATH BECOMES HER on Broadway
by Michael Major - Jul 10, 2025

Megan Hilty is back! Watch a video of her return to Death Becomes Her, with Jennifer Simard, Josh Lamon, and Taurean Everett. Also featured in the video are Johanna Moise and Bud Weber on for Michelle Williams and Christopher Sieber, respectively.
Megan Hilty Sets Return to DEATH BECOMES HER With Reduced Schedule Photo
Megan Hilty Sets Return to DEATH BECOMES HER With Reduced Schedule
by Michael Major - Jul 7, 2025

Megan Hilty will make her return to Death Becomes Her this week with a newly-revised performance schedule! The Tony nominee will return on July 9, after her scheduled leave of absence to recover from a vocal injury.
Natalie Charlé Ellis to Make 'Madeline Ashton' Debut in DEATH BECOMES HER Photo
Natalie Charlé Ellis to Make 'Madeline Ashton' Debut in DEATH BECOMES HER
by Michael Major - Jul 3, 2025

Natalie Charlé Ellis will make her debut as 'Madeline Ashton' in Death Becomes Her this week! Ellis – who covers the roles of both Helen Sharp and Madeline Ashton – fills in as Megan Hilty continues her leave of absence due to a vocal injury.
Dee Roscioli Fills In For Megan Hilty in DEATH BECOMES HER Seven Times a Week Photo
Dee Roscioli Fills In For Megan Hilty in DEATH BECOMES HER Seven Times a Week
by Michael Major - Jun 12, 2025

Dee Roscioli has revealed that she will be performing seven shows a week as Madeline Ashton in Death Becomes Her while Megan Hilty takes a leave of absence.
Tony-Nominee Megan Hilty To Take Leave from DEATH BECOMES HER Due to Vocal Injury Photo
Tony-Nominee Megan Hilty To Take Leave from DEATH BECOMES HER Due to Vocal Injury
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 11, 2025

Tony- nominee Megan Hilty has announced a temporary leave from her acclaimed turn as Madeline Ashton in the new musical Death Becomes Her at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, citing a vocal injury that requires several weeks of rest and recovery.
Videos You Missed This Week: Prep for Tonys Weekend Photo
Videos You Missed This Week: Prep for Tonys Weekend
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 6, 2025

It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! It's Tony Awards weekend! Catch up on all the latest from the week ending June 6, 2025 with videos from Heathers, Hadestown, and more!
Video: DEATH BECOMES HER Performs 'For the Gaze' at the Tony Awards Photo
Video: DEATH BECOMES HER Performs 'For the Gaze' at the Tony Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2025

The cast of Death Becomes Her took the stage at Radio City Music Hall earlier tonight to perform at the 78th Annual Tony Awards. Watch the performance here!
2025 Tony Awards Guide - How to Watch, Who is Nominated & More Photo
2025 Tony Awards Guide - How to Watch, Who is Nominated & More
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2025

The best of Broadway will take the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Marco Pennette written?

Marco Pennette has written 3 shows including Motherhood Out Loud (Playwright), Death Becomes Her (Book), 17 Again (Bookwriter).

How many Broadway shows has Marco Pennette been in?

Marco Pennette has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Marco Pennette been in?

Marco Pennette has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Marco Pennette been nominated for?

Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Death Becomes Her, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Death Becomes Her and Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Death Becomes Her.

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