The new musical “Beetlejuice” announces its preview schedule and cast

Since the film’s release in 1988, the mischievous character Beetlejuice has remained a cult favorite, inspiring Halloween costumes year after year. When the musical adaptation was announced for this fall, details about the production remained under wraps for some time. Now that the casting and the Washington preview schedule have been confirmed, here is the latest update.

Beetlejuice Begins Its Washington Run on October 14

Directed by Tim Burton and famous for winning the Academy Award for Best Makeup in 1988, the film “Beetlejuice” grew into a cultural icon that inspired an animated series and theme park characters at Universal Studios. Even thirty years after the movie’s release, the character remains beloved in a mischievous way. The musical will hold a limited preview run from October 14 through November 18 at the National Theatre in Washington DC. Our detailed show page is already available, so feel free to take a look.

Beetlejuice Latest Casting Updates

Whenever a hit movie becomes a stage musical, comparisons to the original cast are inevitable. In the case of Beetlejuice, it is hard to forget Michael Keaton’s unforgettable performance. The biggest question is whether the musical can deliver an interpretation that lives up to the iconic character. Here is a closer look at the newly announced cast.

Beetlejuice：Alex Brightman

Born February 5, 1987

Alex Brightman, who takes on the role of Beetlejuice, has an impressive stage career. He appeared in the Tony Award winning musical “Wicked” from 2008 to 2010, performed in “Big Fish” and the Tony nominated “Matilda,” and earned a nomination for Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical for “School of Rock” in 2015. This marks his first leading role in two years, and with his unmatched comedic timing, expectations are high.

Adam Maitland：Rob McClure

Born June 15, 1982

Rob McClure plays Adam Maitland, the husband who unexpectedly becomes a ghost. His Broadway credits include “Avenue Q” (Broadway and national tour), and a Tony nomination for his leading role in “Chaplin.” He has also appeared in “Honeymoon in Vegas” and “Something Rotten,” giving him extensive experience in comedy driven musicals.

Barbara Maitland：Kerry Butler

Born June 18, 1971

Kerry Butler plays Barbara Maitland, Adam’s wife who also becomes a ghost. She made her Broadway debut as Belle in Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast,” and has since appeared in hit productions including “Hairspray,” “Rock of Ages,” “Catch Me If You Can,” and the Tony nominated “Mean Girls.” She is a highly respected stage actress with years of experience.

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