Bibliograph

Next to normal, [original Broadway cast recording], [music by Tom Kitt ; book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey]

Type

Label

Next to normal, [original Broadway cast recording], [music by Tom Kitt ; book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey]

Language

eng

resource.accompanyingMatter

libretto or textother

Form of composition

musical revues and comedies

Format of music

not applicable

Main title

Next to normal

Medium

sound recording

Music parts

not applicable

Oclc number

320549756

resource.otherEventInformation

Recorded Feb. 11-12, 2009, Avatar Studio C, New York City

Responsibility statement

[music by Tom Kitt ; book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey]

Sub title

[original Broadway cast recording]

Summary

"Tells the story of a mother, Diane Goodman, who struggles with bipolar disorder and the effect that her illness has on her family. This contemporary musical is an emotional powerhouse that addresses such issues as grieving a loss, ethics in modern psychiatry, and suburban life. With provocative lyrics and a thrilling score, this musical shows how far two parents will go to keep themselves sane and their familys world intact."

Target audience

adult

Transposition and arrangement

not applicable

Classification