Cult Classic '10 Things' Musical Premieres on B'way

The iconic 1999 film "10 Things I Hate About You" is set to make its Broadway debut next year. Preview performances will commence on August 17, 2027, marking a significant milestone for the beloved romantic comedy. This musical adaptation promises to be a rebellious exploration of adolescence, self-discovery, and challenging societal expectations.

Lena Dunham is collaborating on the book for the musical, joined by Jessica Huang. The music and lyrics are being crafted by Carly Rae Jepsen, with contributions from Ethan Gruska. Directing and choreographing the production is Christopher Wheeldon, with Tom Kitt handling music supervision, arrangements, and orchestrations. The show's logline describes it as a story about two sisters defining themselves on their own terms amidst the chaos of high school.

Based on Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew," the original film centered on the Stratford sisters, Kat and Bianca, and the elaborate scheme to get Kat a date. The movie significantly boosted the careers of its stars, including Julia Stiles, Heath Ledger, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt. The upcoming musical aims to capture the same spirit of teenage angst and self-definition.