Jon M. Chu to Helm "Crazy Rich Asians" Musical on Broadway
April 18, 2024Jon M. Chu is set to direct a Broadway musical adaptation of 'Crazy Rich Asians'.
The stage adaptation will include a book by Leah Nanako Winkler and songs by Helen Park, with lyrics by Amanda Green and Tat Tong.
Details on the timeline for the 'pre-Broadway' shows are pending an announcement.
This project follows the success of the 'Crazy Rich Asians' film, a significant moment for Asian representation in Hollywood.
Chu is also on board to direct film adaptations of 'Wicked' and 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat' for Amazon Studios.
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Yahoo Entertainment • Apr 17, 2024
‘Crazy Rich Asians’ Broadway Musical in the Works From Director Jon M. ChuLos Angeles Times • Apr 17, 2024
'Crazy Rich Asians' gets Broadway musical from Jon M. Chu - Los Angeles TimesPlaybill • Apr 17, 2024
Crazy Rich Asians Will Be Turned Into a MusicalNBC News • Apr 17, 2024
A 'Crazy Rich Asians' Broadway musical is in the works