The Broadway hit 'Beetlejuice' the musical is now playing at the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach through June 7, bringing the mischievous demon from Tim Burton's 1988 film to the Alexander W. Dreyfoos Concert Hall. Actor Ryan Stajmiger stars as the iconic character in the striped suit, telling reporters he has loved the movie since childhood and admires Michael Keaton's original performance.
The musical follows Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teen whose life changes after meeting two recently deceased neighbors and a demon with a flair for trouble. Stajmiger said one of his favorite parts is breaking the fourth wall to communicate directly with the audience. During an early performance, an unexpected moment happened when his wig change went wrong and he ended up bald for an entire scene, which he played with to the audience's delight.
Performances include 7:30 p.m. shows on June 3 and June 4, 8 p.m. on June 5, matinee and evening performances on June 6, and a closing matinee on June 7. Tickets start at $34.50 and are available at kravis.org. The show is recommended for ages 13 and up, with parental discretion advised.
The Kravis Center continues to draw major Broadway productions to Palm Beach County, offering residents big-stage experiences and boosting the region as a cultural destination. The production features over-the-top visuals, spooky humor, and heartwarming moments that have made it a hit with audiences.