next to normal Off-Broadway Original Cast
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. Full synopsis
Original
Original Cast
Henry / Gabe (u/s)
Adam Chanler-Berat is well-known for originating the role of Henry in the groundbreaking musical Next to Normal, both on and off Broadway, showcasing his versatility and talent in a production that pushed the boundaries of musical theater. 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...
Dan / Dr. Madden / Dr. Fine (u/s)
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...
(Understudy)
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...
Diana Goodman
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...
Alice Ripley, who earned a Tony Award for her "simply astonishing" portrayal of Diana in the Pulitzer Prize-winning *Next to Normal*, has also dazzled audiences in Broadway hits like *The Who’s Tommy*, *Sunset Boulevard*, and *American Psycho*. more...
Dr. Fine
Dr. Madden
Dr. Madden / Dr. Fine
Asa Somers, who played the title role in Stephen Sondheim's *Sweeney Todd* during his time at Yale, later joined the Broadway cast of *Next to Normal*, showcasing his versatile talent that spans from musical theatre to rock and roll. more...
Aaron Tveit, who was part of the original Broadway cast of "Next to Normal," is also renowned for his Tony Award-winning performance as Christian in "Moulin Rouge! The Musical," which premiered in Boston in 2018 before moving to Broadway in 2019. more...
(Understudy)
See awards and nominations on the next to normal page
Other productions of next to normal
- 2009 Broadway — Original Broadway Production · Cast
- 2010 US Tour — 1st National Tour · Cast
- 2010 US Tour — 2nd National Tour · Cast
- 2013 — Weston Playhouse Production · Cast
- 2020 Washington, DC (Regional) — Kennedy Center Broadway Center Stage Production · Cast
- 2024 West End — · Cast
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
(Musical Staging)
(Musical Staging)
Choreographer
(Musical Staging)
(Musical Staging)
Mark Wendland Scenic Designer
Scenic Designer
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