Closer to Heaven

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"Closer to Heaven" is a musical with music and lyrics by the Pet Shop Boys and a book by Jonathan Harvey. The show premiered in 2001 in London's West End and tells the story of a young man named Flynn, who dreams of becoming a pop star and moves to London to pursue his dreams. Along the way, he meets Billie Trix, a faded rock star from the 1970s, and the two form an unlikely friendship.

Flynn becomes the lead singer of a pop group called "Jackie's Back," and his rise to fame is contrasted with the story of a young woman named Shell, who is struggling with drug addiction and working as a go-go dancer. As Flynn's star continues to rise, he becomes increasingly disillusioned with the music industry and begins to question the sacrifices he has made for fame.

The show features a mix of pop and electronic music, with songs such as "My Night," "Friendly Fire," and "Positive Role Model." It explores themes of ambition, addiction, and the price of fame, and has been praised for its sharp wit and social commentary.