The upcoming musical 'Dead Outlaw,' directed by David Cromer, tells the bizarre true story of Elmer McCurdy, a turn-of-the-20th-century outlaw whose body became a traveling sideshow attraction after his death.

At the launch party for 'Dead Outlaw' held at the Bowery Ballroom in New York City on March 26, 2025, David Yazbek served as the emcee and cast members, including Andrew Durand and Jeb Brown, performed.

The production features a talented creative team, including choreographer Ani Taj and scenic designer Arnulfo Maldonado.

With a book by Itamar Moses and music and lyrics by Yazbek and Della Penna, 'Dead Outlaw' made its Off-Broadway premiere in 2024 at the Minetta Lane Theatre.

The musical has already received several accolades, including the Drama Desk and Off Broadway Alliance Awards for Best New Musical.

Notably, 'Dead Outlaw' is Audible Theater's first commissioned musical and has been recorded as an Audible Original, with details yet to be released.

Performances for 'Dead Outlaw' are set to begin at the Longacre Theatre on April 12, 2025, with an official opening night scheduled for April 27, 2025.

The musical explores themes of fame, failure, and the significance of legacy, focusing on Elmer's posthumous adventures.

Other performers in the production include Eddie Cooper, Dashiell Eaves, Julia Knitel, Ken Marks, Trent Saunders, and Thom Sesma.

'Dead Outlaw' is described as a darkly comedic musical that transforms Elmer McCurdy's tale from outlaw to corpse to celebrity.