'I'm thrilled to reunite with Lionsgate' - La La Land hits Broadway! Emma Stone's acclaimed film gets stage treatment
La La Land, starring Emma Stone, is getting a Broadway adaptation. With a Tony-winning director and world-class production team, the 2016 Oscar-winning movie promises to delight fans. Dates and theater details are yet to be announced.
Updated : October 20, 2023 05:27 PM ISTLa La Land, starring Emma Stone, is getting a Broadway adaptation. With a Tony-winning director and world-class production team, the 2016 Oscar-winning movie promises to delight fans. Dates and theater details are yet to be announced.
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"La La Land" - A film that became synonymous with dreamers and dazzled the world with Emma Stone's riveting performance is now taking on a new stage. Yes, it's Broadway! The news that had been the buzz of the town is now officially confirmed. Let's take a trip down memory lane and jazz it up with the new notes of this Broadway-bound musical.
"I'm thrilled to reunite with Lionsgate" - Producer's Delight in Adapting La La Land
It was on a magical Tuesday that Lionsgate and producer Marc Platt announced the adaptation of the 2016 Oscar-winning film. "I'm thrilled to reunite with Lionsgate and the incredible team behind La La Land to adapt the movie for the Broadway stage, the next exciting chapter in its evolution," said a visibly ecstatic producer Platt.
The Tony Award-winning Bartlett Sher will direct the Broadway spectacle with music from the film's composer, Justin Hurwitz, and lyrics by the talented Oscar and Tony-winning composing team Benj Pasek and Justin Paul.
"We've assembled a world-class team" - Crafting A New Musical Journey with Emma Stone's Character
The film starring Stone as an aspiring actress and Ryan Gosling as a jazz pianist captivated millions, winning six Academy Awards at the 89th Academy Awards. Now, the Broadway adaptation promises to add a new charm. "We've assembled a world-class team to create a musical that will delight La La Land's millions of current fans and introduce the property to a whole new audience," added the enthusiastic producer.
The Broadway announcement comes as a sweet melody to the ears of fans who remember the dramatic twist at the Oscars, where "Moonlight" was revealed as the best picture after "La La Land" was mistakenly announced.
A New Era for a Classic Tale
From being reminiscent of MGM classics to now taking center stage at Broadway, La La Land's journey has been as thrilling as Emma Stone's portrayal of an actress fighting for her dreams.
Dates and a theater for the Broadway-aimed adaptation have not yet been announced, keeping fans on their toes and ready to dance to the beats of this new musical treat.
In conclusion, La La Land is not just a film; it's a phenomenon that continues to inspire and enthrall. With its Broadway adaptation, it's time to put on those tap shoes and embrace the magic once again!
(Several parts of the text in this article, including the title, were generated with the help of an AI tool.) As reported by People, published on Feb 7, 2023.