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Take My Death Away

A haunting love story with music to die for: Halloween romance, suspense, and darkly playful comedy.

  • Halloween slot
  • Romantic comedy
  • Strong roles
  • Seasonal appeal
10+ actors≈ 2.5 hoursFrom $599

The story

In County Clare, Ireland, on Halloween 1899, David and Sadie, an engaged couple, face tragedy when David suddenly dies. But death isn’t about to stop David’s unconquerable spirit. On the other side, he teams up with a ghost named Eve, who helps him find a way back. The journey is fraught with peril, and to get to Sadie before she marries another man, David may have to make a pact with an agent of the devil.

TAKE MY DEATH AWAY is a family-friendly PG Halloween musical and romantic comedy, featuring haunting melodies and upbeat bluegrass music.

Why bring it to your stage?

A fresh Halloween musical with romance, comedy, and enough heart to keep it from feeling like a gimmick.

  • Strong featured roles for actors who can balance comedy and emotion
  • Works well for fall fundraising or date-night audiences
  • Expandable ensemble for ghosts and townspeople

At a glance

Cast
10+ actors
Runtime
≈ 2.5 hours
Best for
Halloween programming; Community theatres; Advanced high schools
Difficulty
Moderate to advanced
Music
Haunting melodies with upbeat folk and bluegrass touches.
Content rating
PG (spooky moments, fantasy peril, death and afterlife themes)
Content notes
Halloween romance, death and afterlife themes, mild fantasy peril, suspense, and comedy. Designed for family audiences; groups should review the perusal against their own standards.
Staging
Can be low-budget, with extra atmosphere from lighting, haze, and simple supernatural effects.
Accompaniment
Recorded rehearsal and performance tracks included with a standard musical license.
Characters & casting

Review the cast list in the perusal script for individual roles, vocal ranges, doubling, and ensemble needs.

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Plan your license

Base license, 3 performances
$599
Estimated license$599

Digital script, score, recorded tracks, and available production artwork included. USD.

Materials, payment, and rights details

Taking this to your team?

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Get to know the show

Haunting melodies with upbeat folk and bluegrass touches.

Full digital materials are delivered after payment. Peruse the script and score for your cast's vocal ranges and your community's content standards.

What audiences say

Take My Death Away

189 reviews

This show had so much heart! The music and costumes were beautiful and the cast was so talented. It was the perfect mix of spooky and lighthearted! The ghosts were my favorite. I will be back next year!
Jordan F.
I came in with low expectations when I found out it was a community theater putting on an original play, but I was stunned by the storyline and the catchy music. It was entertaining the whole way through, and I found myself humming the tunes the next day.
R. S.
The songs were absolutely fantastic! A perfect show for the Halloween season, there were so many twists and turns in the plot, as well as many lovable characters. This show pulls all of my favorite things about Halloween, and puts it on the stage.
Katie B.
It was great
Cody Young
Theater and friends
Sam Prestwich
It was such a fun experience! I loved all of the singing and acting. We really enjoyed the 2nd act the best. It was so much fun watching and listening to the ghosts. Alexa and Audrey were the best Ben.
Larry Perkins

Angelus Theater’s Take My Death Away is Brought to You by Local Playwrights Stephen Gashler and Teresa Gashler

Unsettling lighting and sound effects fill the space, creating the perfect mood for a spooky night.

Cynthia Terry, Front Row Reviewers

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Have a Spooktacular Time with Take My Death Away from Great Hall Theatrical

The group number “Restless Immortals” is especially entertaining, with ghoulish moves and haunting but energetic refrains.

Alayna Een, Front Row Reviewers

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On stage: production photos & video

Featuring Studio 1 / Snow Camp Outdoor Theatre's 2026 production and Angelus Theatre productions.

Ghosts surround the living in a supernatural ensemble scene. Take My Death Away, Studio 1 / Snow Camp Outdoor Theatre production, 2026.The ensemble performs a dramatic umbrella sequence under green stage lighting. Take My Death Away, Studio 1 / Snow Camp Outdoor Theatre production, 2026.Take My Death Away, a previous productionTake My Death Away, a previous productionTake My Death Away, a previous productionTake My Death Away, a previous production

Production questions?

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Licensing essentials

Standard licenses include three public performances and digital materials. Additional performances are calculated in your estimate. Invoice and purchase-order requests are welcome.

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