Bat Out of Hell: The Musical
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"Bat Out of Hell: The Musical" is a jukebox musical featuring the music of Jim Steinman and based on the legendary rock album "Bat Out of Hell" by Meat Loaf. The show premiered in Manchester, England in 2017 and has since played in London's West End, Toronto, and New York City.
The story of "Bat Out of Hell: The Musical" is set in a post-apocalyptic world where a tyrannical ruler named Falco controls the city of Obsidian. His daughter, Raven, falls in love with Strat, the leader of a group of rebels known as "The Lost." The two must fight against the constraints of society and their families to be together.
The show features classic songs from the "Bat Out of Hell" album, including "Two Out of Three Ain't Bad," "Paradise by the Dashboard Light," and the title track, as well as other songs written by Jim Steinman. The production features elaborate set design, high-energy choreography, and powerful vocal performances.
"Bat Out of Hell: The Musical" has been praised for its spectacle and the energy of its cast, as well as its faithful and inventive use of the music of Jim Steinman. The show has been popular among fans of rock music and theater alike, and its soundtrack has been released on album, with a sequel show, "Bat Out of Hell II: Back into Hell" in development.