All articles tagged with #stage musical
Originally Published 6 days ago — by Playbill
A songwriter for KPop Demon Hunters discusses the film's musical potential, highlighting how its songs are crafted to serve both storytelling and standalone pop appeal, with possibilities for a stage adaptation and detailed insights into each song's creation.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Deadline
Will Ferrell is developing a stage musical adaptation of his 2020 Netflix film 'Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga,' with Alex Timbers set to direct and a team working on the book and music, aiming to bring the joyful and unifying spirit of Eurovision to Broadway.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NPR
Producer Orin Wolf is developing a stage version of Prince's iconic 1984 film "Purple Rain," with playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins and director Lileana Blain-Cruz on board. The musical's launch details are yet to be announced, but it is expected to have a tryout run off-Broadway before potentially heading to Broadway. Prince's estate and music rights were only settled in 2022, six years after his death.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Variety
A stage adaptation of the iconic film "Purple Rain" is in the works, featuring a book by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins and directed by Lileana Blain-Cruz. The production details and timing will be announced in the coming months. The musical aims to honor Prince's legacy and introduce a new generation to the beloved story of The Kid, an aspiring rocker in the Minneapolis club scene. Prince's "Purple Rain" album received numerous awards and accolades, and the stage adaptation seeks to bring its power to live audiences once again.