Kiss of the Spider Woman: Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

Kiss of the Spider Woman revolves around the lives of two very different men sharing a prison cell in Latin America. As Molina, a gay window dresser, and Valentin, a political prisoner, form an unlikely bond during their captivity, Molina recounts his fantasies about the mysterious “Spider Woman.” Kiss of the Spider Woman explores themes of love, sacrifice, connection, and escapism.


Musical Information

Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1992)

Cast Size: 15+

Genre: Drama

Setting: Latin America


Creative Team

Music: John Kander

Lyrics: Fred Ebb

Book: Terrence McNally


Awards

Drama Desk Award: Outstanding Musical (1993)

New York Drama Critics’ Circle: Best Musical (1993)

Tony Award: Best Musical (1993)


Cast Albums

Original Cast (1992)➝

Broadway Cast (1995)➝


Licensing

Kiss of the Spider Woman is available for licensing through Concord Theatricals.

UK: License Here➝

USA/Canada: License Here➝


Tags

1990s, Based on a Book, DarkDramaticLGBTQ+Tony Award


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