Next to Normal (2020): Cast & Plot
Next to Normal is a 2020 drama directed by Rob Ruggiero, starring Christiane Noll as Diana, Maya Keleher and David Harris. It runs 2 hours 8 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 8m (128 min)
- Director
- Rob Ruggiero
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English - Studio
- TheaterWorks Hartford
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Next to Normal About?
The premise of Next to Normal without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Diana Goodman, a mother living in the suburbs, confronts her bipolar disorder and its impact on her family. The musical explores the challenges faced by a family coping with mental illness, including grief, suicidal thoughts, drug abuse, and ethical concerns within modern psychiatry. It portrays the lengths parents will go to protect their family and maintain a sense of normalcy amidst difficult circumstances.
Next to Normal Cast & Characters
Christiane Noll leads the cast as Diana, with Maya Keleher as Natalie and David Harris as Dan. Directed by Rob Ruggiero; 6 actors are credited in all.
- Director Rob Ruggiero
- Christiane Noll as Diana
- Maya Keleher as Natalie
- David Harris as Dan
- John Cardoza as Gabe
Also Starring in Next to Normal
· 2 more- J.D. Daw Dr. Fine / Madden
- Nick Sacks Henry
Next to Normal Plot Summary
What happens in Next to Normal from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Diana Goodman, played by Christiane Noll, is a suburban mother struggling with bipolar disorder. The story follows her family’s turmoil as she navigates the thin line between reality and delusion. While her daughter, Maya Keleher as Natalie, deals with the immense pressure of being an overachiever and a pianist, Diana’s husband, David Harris as Dan, struggles to maintain their relationship while supporting his wife’s fragile mental state.
Full summary
The whole story of Next to Normal, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Next to Normal?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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- Question 10: not answered
What mental health condition is Diana Goodman diagnosed with?
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Next to Normal FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Next to Normal, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Next to Normal?
Next to Normal runs 2 hours 8 minutes (128 minutes).
When was Next to Normal released?
Next to Normal was released on May 8, 2020.
Who directed Next to Normal?
Next to Normal was directed by Rob Ruggiero.
Who is in the cast of Next to Normal?
Next to Normal stars Christiane Noll as Diana, Maya Keleher as Natalie and David Harris as Dan, among 6 credited actors.
Does Next to Normal have a post-credit scene?
No. Next to Normal has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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