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Synopsis

Parental Warning: Adult Themes/Content

American Psycho tells the classic horror story of a rich man named Patrick Bateman who works in finance. On the outside, he seems perfect, but inside, he’s hiding a dark secret. The musical is set in the 1980s in New York City, and it’s a mix of comedy, horror, and social commentary. American Psycho explores themes of money, loneliness, and the loss of self in a material world.

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Creative Team

Music/Lyrics: Duncan Sheik

Book: Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa

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Musical Information

Musical Type: Contemporary (2013)

Cast Size: 20+

Genre: Horror

Setting: 1980s / USA (NYC)

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Cast Albums

Original London Cast (2016)➝

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Links

Licensing: Concord Theatricals➝

Sheet Music: Amazon➝

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Tags

2010s, Based on a Book, Dark, Horror, Pop

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