With a serpentine strut and 6-pack abs, this Patrick Bateman has time to sing, too
American Psycho has been a cultural phenomenon for over three decades. And now Patrick Bateman is singing for his supper. The controversial 1991 hit novel by queer wunderkind Bret Easton Ellis — a dark critique of late-stage capitalism riddled with misogynistic sex and violence — was optioned for film soon after publication.
After years in development, the iconic 2000 movie, directed by Mary Harron and co-adapted by queer screenwriter and actress Guinevere Turner — elevated former child actor Christian Bale into superstardom.
Featuring a book by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa and score by’ 90s pop star Duncan Sheik, American Psycho: The Musical ran in London in 2013 (starring Matt Smith and Ben Aldridge) and on Broadway in 2016 (featuring The Other Two’s Helene Yorke).
The production finally makes its Chicago premiere with an up-close-and-personal production by storefront theater Kokandy Productions.It’s the late 1980s, and Patrick Bateman (Kyle Patrick) is loving every minute, at least on the outside.
