Next to Normal is a 2008 American rock musical with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt. The story centers on a mother who struggles with worsening bipolar disorder and the effects that managing her illness has on her family.

Dec 1, 2024 · Next to Normal, with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt, explores how one suburban household copes with crisis and mental illness.

Next to Normal is the story of Diana Goodman and her family. Traumatized by the death of her infant son from an undiagnosed intestinal obstruction, Diana has lived with bipolar depressive disorder and delusional episodes for the past seventeen years.

Mar 14, 2025 · The filmed performance of 2008 musical Next to Normal has confirmed its first release to audiences. The proshot will premiere on PBS Great Performances and will be available to watch on PBS on 9 May at 9 pm ET.

Feb 5, 2025 · Next to Normal is a raw and unflinching exploration of mental illness, grief, and the impact they have on a family. At its center is Diana Goodman, a mother battling bipolar disorder and the haunting memories of a past tragedy.

Next to Normal is an intimate exploration of family and illness, loss and grief. At its heart is Diana Goodman (Caissie Levy in an Olivier Award-nominated performance), a suburban wife and mother living with bipolar disorder and haunted by her past.

With Front Porch Arts Collective (Ain’t Misbehavin), we bring you the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winning, energetic pop-rock musical through the lens of a Black upper middle class family. Experience this emotional powerhouse at the intersection of mental health and race, gender and class. Watch videos about The Front Porch and next to normal!

Mar 3, 2024 · Next to Normal runs approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes including one intermission. For a downloadable version of the digital program, click here. Masks are required at the following performances: Feb 13, 17 (matinee). Learn more. EVENTS & DISCUSSIONS: View pre-show and post-show discussions here. Audio-Described Performance: Feb 3 (matinee)

The critically acclaimed cast of the smash hit Donmar Warehouse production of Next to Normal are to return for a strictly limited 14 week season. plays Diana Goodman.

Mar 17, 2025 · However, "Next to Normal" was a commercial success and was nominated for 11 Tony Awards and won three: Best Original Score, Best Orchestration and Best Performance by a Leading Actress in a Musical.