Menopause the Musical is a popular musical comedy that has been delighting audiences around the world for over 15 years. The show uses nostalgic baby boomer pop songs from the 60s, 70s and 80s to poke fun at the challenges women face during menopause.
The runtime of Menopause the Musical is approximately 90 minutes, with no intermission. This makes it an enjoyable evening out that doesn't require an excessively long commitment of time.
Some key details about the length and format of the show:
- Total running time: Roughly 90 minutes
- Number of acts: One act, no intermission
- Number of musical numbers: Over 20 songs featured
- Types of songs: Hits from the 60s, 70s and 80s ranging from classic rock to disco and pop
The 90-minute runtime flies by thanks to the high energy of both the musical numbers and comedic scenes. Some specific things that make the time pass quickly include:
- Fast-paced sketch comedy scenes: Short, humorous transitions between the songs
- Audience participation: The cast gets the crowd engaged and involved
- Relatable comedy: Funny yet realistic depiction of menopause symptoms many women experience
- Upbeat musical numbers: Well-known pop songs updated with menopause-themed lyrics
So while the topic of
menopause may not sound like traditional fodder for a musical,
Menopause the Musical manages to mix education, empowerment and outrageous humor together seamlessly. The
~90 minutes whizzes by as the characters belt out parody lyrics about hot flashes, mood swings, memory problems and more.
The four main characters represent diverse women navigating "the change" together:
- Professional Woman - a busy corporate exec
- Earth Mother - an aging hippie
- Soap Star - an actress from a former daytime drama
- Iowa Housewife - just a small-town gal
This allows the show to take a lighthearted look at menopause from multiple perspectives. The small cast keeps things intimate while touching on relatable themes for the target demographic of
women ages 40-65.
While the characters laugh at the unpleasant
symptoms that can come with menopause, the show has a distinctly
empowering message overall. It's a celebration of women supporting each other and thriving together during this transitional life stage.
Some examples of uplifting
takeaways from Menopause the Musical are:
- You're not alone - sisterhood can help you through the changes
- Be confident in who you are today embrace your beauty and wisdom
- Look ahead to the possibilities to come the second half of life brings new freedoms
So if you're a
menopausal DIVA (or know one!) looking for a pick-me-up,
Menopause the Musical delivers laughs and inspiration in a tight
90-minute package. Its infectious energy and music will having you dancing in your seat one moment and shouting "You go girl!" the next.
It's no wonder the show continues touring globally year after year. So gather your girlfriends, partners, mothers, daughters or anyone who loves a silly yet sage celebration of
womanhood.
Menopause the Musical keeps audiences coming back for more as this original "carb-free comedy" steams up stages worldwide!