American Psycho

American Psycho

American Psycho

Book by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa
Music and Lyrics by Duncan Sheik

Based on the Novel by Bret Easton Ellis

American Psycho

American Psycho

Book by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa
Music and Lyrics by Duncan Sheik

Based on the Novel by Bret Easton Ellis

Overview

American Psycho is a ruthless and daring new musical from Duncan Sheik (Spring Awakening) and Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa (Riverdale, The Muckle Man, The Picture of Dorian Gray). Based on the electrifying novel by Bret Easton Ellis, the musical tells the story of Patrick Bateman, a young and handsome Wall Street banker with impeccable taste and unquenchable desires. Patrick and his elite group of friends spend their days in chic restaurants, exclusive clubs and designer labels. But at night, Patrick takes part in a darker indulgence, and his mask of sanity is starting to slip…

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Cautions

  • Caution Alcohol Alcohol
  • Caution Drugs Drugs
  • Caution Intense Adult Intense Adult Themes
  • Caution Strong Language Strong Language
  • Caution Mild Adult Mild Adult Themes

Details

  • Genre: Mystery/Thriller
  • Time Period: 1980s
  • Cast Attributes: Multicultural Casting
  • Target Audience: Adult, Teen (Age 14-18)

Authors

Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa

Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa is a graduate of the Yale School of Drama. His plays include: Doctor Cerberus (South Coast Rep, LA Theatre Works), The Picture of Dorian Grey (Roundhouse Theatre), King of Shadows (The Working Theatre), Good Boys and True (Steppenwolf, 2econd Stage Thea ...
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Duncan Sheik

Duncan Sheik's theatre credits include Spring Awakening (2006), Tony Awards for Best Orchestrations and Best Original Score, 2008 Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album; Because of Winn Dixie (Delaware Theatre Company, Dec. 2013); Whisper House (Old Globe, 2011); Alice by H ...
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