Based on the 1976 novel by Manuel Puig, the musical features a score by Kander and Ebb — the legendary duo behind Chicago and Cabaret — and a book by Tony Award winner Terrence McNally. It won seven Tonys including Best Musical and a trophy for star Chita Rivera, who originated the title role.

"Kiss of the Spider Woman" has returned. A new version of the story, based on the 1976 novel by Manuel Puig and the 1990 musical, is headed to theaters this fall after premiering at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year.