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Incredibly thought-provoking and important musical, Next To Normal comes to Theater West End in Sanford

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An unflinching look at a suburban family struggling with the effects of mental illness.

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Prepare for a powerful night of emotion, resilience, and unforgettable music with “Next to Normal” at Theater West End in Sanford.


From February 14 - March 2, this groundbreaking rock musical dives into the highs and lows of a family striving to hold it all together through love, laughter, and heartache. With a story that’s both raw and deeply relatable, Next to Normal will leave you moved and inspired. Bring someone close, settle in, and experience a night of theatre that will stay with you long after the final note.




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. Winner of three 2009 Tony Awards, including Best Musical Score and the 2010 Pulitzer Prize, Next to Normal was also chosen as "one of the year's ten best shows" by critics around the country, including The Los AngelesTimes, The Washington Post, Rolling Stone and The New York Times.


Dad's an architect; Mom rushes to pack lunches and pour cereal; their daughter and son are bright, wise-cracking teens, appearing to be a typical American family. And yet their lives are anything but normal because the mother has been battling bipolar disorder for 16 years. Next to Normal takes audiences into the minds and hearts of each character, presenting their family's story with love, sympathy and heart.


TICKETS START AT $25


CONTENT WARNING: This show includes mature themes and content that may not be suitable for all audiences. This musical explores complex themes that may be more appropriate for older teenagers and adults. Recommended for audiences aged 13 and above.



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