This September will see the premiere of the musical of American Psycho in Melbourne’s Chapel off Chapel, in time for the 25th anniversary of the Mary Harron film starring Christian Bale. Both iterations are based on Bret Easton Ellis’ 1991 novel about capitalism, consumerism, excess – and, of course, murder. It’s set in Manhattan in the late 80s and follows an investment banker who leads a double life as a serial killer.
The Melbourne premiere will be directed by Mark Taylor, with music and lyrics by Duncan Sheikand and a book by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa. The score will be integrated with iconic 80s tracks from Huey Lewis and the News, Phil Collins and Tears for Fears. The production according to the press release, will also have ‘plenty of live-on-stage blood’. Punters sitting in the front rows are encouraged to bring fluid-proof coverings…
