In this over-stimulated and pharmaceutically-obsessed world, one almost average suburban family comes to grips with a long buried secret in this haunting and darkly funny new musical. With provocative lyrics and an electrifying score, Next to Normal explores the lengths to which we'll go to keep ourselves sane and our families in place.
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Adam Chanler-Berat, who originated the role of Henry in Next to Normal both on and off Broadway, has also starred in the world premiere of Amelie at Berkeley Repertory Theatre and recently played George in Sunday in the Park with George at Huntington Theatre. more...
Jennifer Damiano, who received a Tony Award nomination for her role as "Natalie" in the critically acclaimed Broadway production of Next to Normal, has also graced the stage as the original "Mary Jane Watson" in Spiderman: Turn Off The Dark and starred in the Off-Broadway musical Venice at the Public Theatre. more...
Brian d'Arcy James, a three-time Tony nominee and Obie Award winner, originated the role of Dan in the Off-Broadway production of "Next to Normal," showcasing his extensive versatility and talent in both straight plays and musicals. more...
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Kevin Kern, who has graced the stage in Broadway hits like "Finding Neverland" and "Les Miserables," also showcased his talent in the Off-Broadway production of "Next to Normal." more...
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Jessica Phillips, who was part of the original Broadway cast of "Next to Normal," has also graced the stage in productions like "Priscilla Queen of the Desert" and "Jesus Christ Superstar." more...
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Catherine Porter, who played Betty Schaefer in "Sunset Boulevard" alongside stars like John Barrowman and Hugh Jackman, also showcased her talents in Goodspeed Productions' 2011 staging of "The Unauthorized Autobiography of Samantha Brown." more...
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Awards and Nominations
2008 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actress in a Musical: Alice Ripley was nominated but did not win.
2008 The Lortels
Outstanding Featured Actor: Aaron Tveit was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Kevin Adams Lighting Designer
Lighting Designer
Mary Mitchell Campbell Musical Director
Musical Director
Michael Greif Director
Director
Tom Kitt Orchestrator
Orchestrator
Jeff Mahshie Costume Designer
Costume Designer
Brain Ronan Sound Designer
Brian Ronan Sound Designer
Michael Starobin Orchestrator
Orchestrator
Sergio Trujillo Choreographer
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(Musical Staging)
Choreographer
(Musical Staging)
(Musical Staging)
Mark Wendland Scenic Designer
Scenic Designer
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