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Stage 'La La Land' Secures Film's Visionary Duo
14 Oct
Summary
- Choreographer Mandy Moore and costume designer Mary Zophres join musical.
- 59 Studio, known for Stranger Things, will be production designer.
- Stage adaptation follows film's aspiring actress and jazz musician.
The upcoming stage musical adaptation of "La La Land" has significantly bolstered its creative team. Producers Lionsgate and Marc Platt announced that choreographer Mandy Moore and costume designer Mary Zophres, key figures behind the 2016 film's acclaimed movement and visual style, have officially joined the production.
Joining them is 59 Studio, the Tony-winning entity behind "Stranger Things: The First Shadow," which will serve as the production designer. Edward Pierce will collaborate with 59 Studio on design. These additions complement the previously confirmed director Bartlett Sher, book writers Ayad Akhtar and Matthew Decker, and composers Justin Hurwitz, Benj Pasek, and Justin Paul.
The stage production aims to capture the essence of the 2016 film, which chronicled an aspiring actress and a jazz musician navigating their ambitions in Los Angeles. "La La Land" garnered six Academy Awards, highlighting its impact on cinema. Further details regarding casting and performance dates are expected in the coming months.
