American Psycho: Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

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.


Musical Information

Parental Warning: Adult Themes/Content

Musical Type: Contemporary (2013)

Cast Size: 20+

Genre: Horror

Setting: 1980s / USA (NYC)


Creative Team

Music/Lyrics: Duncan Sheik

Book: Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa


Cast Albums

Original London Cast (2016)➝


Resources

Licensing: Concord Theatricals➝

Sheet Music: Amazon➝


Tags

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


Similar Musicals

If you’re looking to discover new shows, here are some musicals like American Psycho.

Closer to Heaven

Here Lies Love


Return to the complete A-Z musicals list »


 

Skip to content