Murder Ballad: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Murder Ballad follows the story of Sara, a young woman tired of her routine life, who finds herself torn between two lovers. As the narrative unfolds, the characters navigate their unraveling love triangle, leading to a dark and dramatic climax. Murder Ballad is an exploration of the complexities of relationships and the haunting aftermath that comes from fatal choices.
Musical Information
Parental Warning: Adult Themes/Content
Musical Type: Contemporary (2012)
Genre: Drama / Romance / Thriller
Setting: 2010s / USA (NYC)
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics: Juliana Nash
Lyrics/Book: Julia Jordan
Cast Albums
Licensing
Murder Ballad is available to license through Music Theatre International.
Australasia Licensing
Europe Licensing
International Licensing
Resources
Sheet Music: New Musical Theatre➝
Tags
2010s, Broken 4th Wall, Dramatic, Female Writing Team, Infidelity, Narrator, One-Act, Original, Rock, Romantic, Sung-Through, Thriller, Two-Word
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Last Reviewed: March 25, 2026