Betsy Wolfe to succeed Megan Hilty in ‘Death Becomes Her’ on Broadway
Starting in January, the Tony Award nominee will replace original cast member Hilty in the role first played in the cult-classic 1992 film by Meryl Streep.
Summary
- Betsy Wolfe will star as Madeline Ashton in Death Becomes Her on Broadway from January 16
- Original cast member Megan Hilty departs the show on January 4
- The musical is adapted from the 1992 film about two frenemies who take an eternal-youth potion
UPDATE: Megan Hilty has extended her run in Death Becomes Her on Broadway by one week, now departing January 11. Betsy Wolfe will still succeed her as Madeline Ashton from January 16, and Dee Roscioli will play the role from January 13-15.
She’s alive! Betsy Wolfe will join the cast of Death Becomes Her on Broadway this winter, beginning performances January 16 at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre.
Wolfe earned a Tony Award nomination for originating the role of Anne Hathaway in & Juliet on Broadway, and her other musical credits include Waitress, Falsettos, and more. Most recently, she played entrepreneur Joy Mangano in Joy: The Musical off Broadway in summer 2025.
In Death Becomes Her, Wolfe will assume the role of Madeline Ashton from Tony-nominated original cast member Megan Hilty, who plays her final performance January 4. Continuing cast members include Tony nominee Jennifer Simard as Helen Sharp, Christopher Sieber as Ernest Menville, and Michelle Williams as Viola Van Horn.
The Death Becomes Her musical is adapted from the 1992 film of the same name, which starred Meryl Streep and Goldie Hawn as frenemies Madeline and Helen, who each take a mysterious potion to achieve eternal youth. The stage adaptation opened on Broadway in 2024 and went on to earn 10 Tony nominations, including Best Musical.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Death Becomes Her located?
Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. The address is New York, NY, USA, 10036.
How long is Death Becomes Her?
2hr 30min. Incl. 15min intermission.
What is Death Becomes Her about?
Starring Tony Award nominees and comic leading ladies Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard, the 10-time Tony Award-nominated Death Becomes Her offers jokes, twists, and a glow-up like no other. Expect dazzling production numbers, campy humor, and soaring duets belted to the heavens — or perhaps to hell below.
How do you book tickets for Death Becomes Her?
Book tickets for Death Becomes Her on New York Theatre Guide.
What's the age requirement for Death Becomes Her?
The recommended age for Death Becomes Her is Ages 12+. Children under 5 are not permitted in the theatre..
What are the songs in Death Becomes Her?
The song list is not yet published, but expect lots of flashy numbers and belting galore in a score by “very talented newcomer team of Julia Mattison and Noel Carey” (Variety) that highlights its leading ladies’ vocal chops.
Who wrote Death Becomes Her?
Marco Pennette, known for his TV credits Ugly Betty and Desperate Housewives, wrote the “genuinely funny book” (Variety) for this new musical, adapted from the acclaimed film.
Who directed Death Becomes Her?
Christopher Gattelli, a Tony Award winner for his choreography for Newsies, directs and choreographs this new musical.
Is Death Becomes Her appropriate for kids?
The show is recommended for ages 12 and up.
Is Death Becomes Her good?
Get ready for a “lush physical production,” a “a stellar cast,” and some “PG-13 funny, alive and fearlessly old-school” humor, per the Chicago Tribune, in this campy new musical. It is "savagely funny, musical comedy magic," per Time Out New York.
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