‘Dead Outlaw’ musical to transfer to Broadway
The musical, which premiered off Broadway in February, won four Best Musical honors and will now come to the Longacre Theatre beginning in April 2025.
The Wild West is coming to Broadway! Dead Outlaw, an award-winning Off-Broadway musical from the 2023-24 season, is set to transfer to Broadway. Performances begin April 12 ahead of an April 27 opening at the Longacre Theatre.
Dead Outlaw tells the unbelievable true story of Elmer McCurdy, a man more famous in death than in life. Dubbed “The Bandit Who Wouldn't Give Up,” he was a bank and train robber who died at 31 — and then his body became a traveling sideshow attraction for 40 years.
The Western musical is the latest work from the creators of The Band’s Visit, which played on Broadway in 2017 and won 10 Tony Awards in 2018. They include director David Cromer, bookwriter Itamar Moses, and composer/lyricist David Yazbek, who penned the songs for Dead Outlaw with Erik Della Penna.
Dead Outlaw premiered at the Minetta Lane Theatre in February 2024 for a limited run. The show won Best Musical honors at the Drama Desk, New York Drama Critics’ Circle, Outer Critics Circle, and Off Broadway Alliance Awards.
The Off-Broadway Dead Outlaw cast also included Jeb Brown, Eddie Cooper, Dashiell Eaves, Julia Knitel, Ken Marks, Trent Saunders, and Thom Sesma. Casting and additional creative team for the Broadway production has yet to be announced.
Photo credit: Andrew Durand and Jeb Brown in Dead Outlaw off Broadway. (Photo by Matthew Murphy)
Frequently asked questions
What is Dead Outlaw about?
The seven-time Tony Award-nominated Dead Outlaw tells the shocking true story of a legendary outlaw more famous in death than in life. The award-winning musical, a hit from off Broadway, reunites the team behind the Tony Award-winning smash hit musical The Band’s Visit.
Where is Dead Outlaw playing?
Dead Outlaw is playing at Longacre Theatre. The theatre is located at 220 West 48th Street (between Broadway and 8th Avenue), New York, 10036.
How long is Dead Outlaw?
The running time of Dead Outlaw is 1hr 40min. No intermission.
How do you book tickets for Dead Outlaw?
Book tickets for Dead Outlaw on New York Theatre Guide.
What's the age requirement for Dead Outlaw?
The recommended age for Dead Outlaw is Ages 14+..
Is Dead Outlaw suitable for children?
Dead Outlaw contains strong language and is not recommended for those under 13. Children under the age of four will not be admitted.
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