‘Death Becomes Her’ Broadway Review: How to Resurrect an Embalmed Movie

Story by Robert Hofler

Image from The Wrap

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Broadway's latest adaptation of the cult classic film 'Death Becomes Her' faces an uphill battle to resurrect the macabre comedy for the stage.

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Legendary director Susan Stroman is helming the production, bringing her signature flair for big, irreverent musical numbers.
The show's producers are banking on the enduring popularity of the film's stars, Meryl Streep and Goldie Hawn, to lure in nostalgic audiences.

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Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn, Susan Stroman, Broadway, 'Death Becomes Her'