A love triangle gone wrong, MURDER BALLAD centers on Sara, an Upper West Sider who seems to have it all, but whose downtown past lingers enticingly and dangerously in front of her. This sexy, explosive new musical explores the complications of love, the compromises we make, and the betrayals that can ultimately undo us.
John Ellison Conlee, known for his diverse roles in theatre and television, starred in MTC's production of Murder Ballad, showcasing his remarkable talent in a gripping musical drama. more...
Rebecca Naomi Jones, who earned a Lilly Award and a Lucille Lortel nomination for her role in Murder Ballad at MTC, has also graced the Broadway stage in productions such as Oklahoma!, Significant Other, and Hedwig and the Angry Inch. more...
Caissie Levy, who played Sara in the Off-Broadway production of Murder Ballad, is currently starring as Eva in Leopoldstadt on Broadway. more...
Will Swenson, known for his versatile performances on Broadway, originated the role of Tom in the Off-Broadway production of Murder Ballad, showcasing his wide-ranging talent in this intense rock musical. more...
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Natalie Wachen, who previously understudied the roles of Sara and the Narrator in the Off-Broadway production of Murder Ballad, made her Broadway debut and has an impressive array of regional credits and television appearances. more...
Production Team
Jessica Kent Costume Designer
Doug Besterman Choreographer
Justin Levine Music Director
Vocal Arranger
Orchestrator
Leon Rothenberg Sound Designer
Ben Stanton Lighting Designer
Mark Wendland Scenic Designer
Murder Ballad FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Murder Ballad
Narrator 1
I Love NY
Narrator 2
Little by Little
Troubled Mind
Promises
Narrator 3
Turning Into Beautiful
Crying Scene Theme
I Love NY - Reprise 1/Narrator 4
Prattle 1/Narrator 5
Coffee's On
Prattle 2
Narrator 6
Sara
Narrator 7
Mouth Tattoo
Narrator 8
Sugar Cubes & Rock Salt
Prattle 3
My Name
The Crying Scene
Coffee's On - Reprise
Built for Longing
Answer Me
You Belong to Me
Narrator 9
Troubled Mind - Reprise
I Love NY - Reprise 2
Prattle 4
I'll Be There
Prattle 5
Little by Little - Reprise
Narrator 10
You Belong to Me - Reprise
Crying Scene - Reprise
Narrator 11
Walk Away/Promises - Reprise
Clubs and Diamonds/Prattle 6
Finale
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