"Musical Adaptation of 'La La Land' on Horizon: Popular Film Transforms into a Stage Spectacle on Broadway"
The Broadway stage is set to welcome a new musical adaptation, as the Oscar-winning film "La La Land" prepares to make its debut on the Great White Way. The adaptation, which does not yet have a confirmed opening date, will be directed by Bartlett Sher and based on a book by Ayad Akhtar and Matthew Decker.
Justin Hurwitz, who handled the music for the feature film, will once again take the reins for the Broadway adaptation. Hurwitz's work includes the original film's memorable songs such as "City of Stars," "Another Day of Sun," and "Audition (Fools Who Dream)." The Oscar and Tony Award-winning team Benj Pasek and Justin Paul will pen the lyrics for the Broadway adaptation.
The production is being brought to life by Marc Platt and Lionsgate, with Platt expressing his excitement for the project. A world-class team has been assembled to create this musical, including Hurwitz, Pasek, and Paul, as well as Sher, Akhtar, and Decker.
A concert version of "La La Land" has been touring since 2017, and the film itself, which debuted in 2016, is a globally revered cultural touchstone. The story follows two individuals, played by Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone, who fall in and out of love while pursuing their dreams in Los Angeles. "La La Land" received numerous nominations and awards, including six Academy Awards in 2017.
As of the latest information in August 2025, no specific date or Broadway theater has been publicly disclosed for the adaptation's premiere. Casting for the Broadway show has also yet to be announced. Eva Feder and Stefan Schick at Loeb & Loeb were involved in the deal for the Broadway adaptation.
With its captivating music, compelling story, and talented creative team, "La La Land" promises to be a must-see on the Broadway stage. While we eagerly await further details, fans can continue to enjoy the film and the touring concert version in the meantime.
Movies-and-TV adaptations often prove exciting for entertainment enthusiasts, and the upcoming Broadway production based on "La La Land" is no exception. This Oscar-winning film, renowned worldwide, is prepared to mesmerize audiences on the Great White Way.
