Kiss of the Spider Woman

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Based on Manuel Puig's novel and later adapted into a film, "Kiss of the Spider Woman" is a musical that tells the story of two cellmates in a Latin American prison during the 1970s. The first is Molina, a gay window dresser who is in prison for corrupting a minor, and the second is Valentin, a Marxist revolutionary who is imprisoned for his political beliefs.

As the two men spend more time together, they begin to share their life stories with each other, and Molina begins to recount the plot of his favorite movie, "The Spider Woman." In the story, a seductive woman named Aurora lures men to their deaths, and Molina identifies with her character.

As the story progresses, Molina and Valentin become closer, and Molina's love of Aurora is tested when he is faced with a difficult decision. The musical explores themes of friendship, betrayal, love, and sacrifice, and features memorable songs such as "Kiss of the Spider Woman" and "Only in the Movies." Ultimately, "Kiss of the Spider Woman" is a poignant and thought-provoking musical that challenges audiences to examine their own beliefs and values.