
By far the best new play in the city. The musical arrangements weave a world where three iconic Murder Ballad heroines share personal tragedies, dark fantasies, and shocking historical...
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Brokeneck Girls: The Murder Ballad Musical is a dark comedy that has garnered accolades, including Best Musical at the NYC Fringe Festival and recognition as Best Book of a Musical for 2024 by BroadwayWorld. This production explores the themes of violence against women in folk music, intertwining social commentary with humor while addressing issues of class, race, gender, and power.
The musical follows the journey of three women who bond over music and share increasingly outrageous secrets, ultimately revealing how their desire to survive has transformed them into what they fear most. Featuring a score by the NYC-based folk noir band Brokeneck Girls, the show combines songs of murder and mayhem with sharp wit and banjo jokes, telling an unflinching story of hidden history and society's fascination with true crime.
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By far the best new play in the city. The musical arrangements weave a world where three iconic Murder Ballad heroines share personal tragedies, dark fantasies, and shocking historical...