# Pandemic Theatre Shows 'Bedbugs: The Musical' Takes on New York City By Nicole Golden | Published 2010-10-31 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bedbugs-the-musical References: [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/search?term=bedbugs) & [bedbugsmusical](http://www.bedbugsmusical.com/) 'Bedbugs: The Musical' is a theatre presentation that focuses on the bedbug pandemic in New York City. The musical features the acting and vocal talents of [Broadway](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-phantom-of-the-opera-airbnb) actors Brian Charles Rooney, Celina Carvajal and Chris Hall. 'Bedbugs: The Musical' is currently raising funds for its run in February on Kickstarter.com. The campy rock/glam/goth show will be packed with infectious 80s inspired rock and pop songs, exaggerated characters and comedy. **Implications** - If you though that there was not any humor in the dancing bedsheet critters you try to ignore then you were wrong; 'Bedbugs: The Musical' will have you laughing and singing the whole way through with their hilarious content and performance. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarreworld) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Pandemic Theatre Shows:** 'Bedbugs: The Musical' showcases the trend of using theater as a platform to address real-life issues like the bedbug pandemic in New York City. ### Where This Applies - **Theater Industry:** Theater companies can create disruptive shows like 'Bedbugs: The Musical' to entertain audiences while also raising awareness about important social issues. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Insect Orchestra Concerts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cicada-symphony-orkinstra.md) - [Opera House Vacation Rentals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-phantom-of-the-opera-airbnb.md) - [Broadway-Backed Mental Health NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dear-evan-hansen.md) - [Sci-Fi Series Broadway Adaptations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-first-shadow.md) - [Horror-Themed Overnight Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/warner-bros-icons-of-horror.md) - [Edible Insect Lollipops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pest-infested-pops.md) - [Whimsical Theater-Driven Stays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elphabas-retreat-airbnb.md) - [Valentine's-Themed Comedy Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/factory-theatre.md) - [Vibrantly Comedic Travel Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookingyeah-campaign.md)