Overview

• Carly Rae Jepsen is co-writing the musical score with Ethan Gruska, marking her debut as a behind-the-scenes contributor in Broadway productions.
• Lena Dunham and playwright Jessica Huang are collaborating on the book for the adaptation, which reimagines the cult classic film based on Shakespeare's 'The Taming of the Shrew.'
• Tony-winning director and choreographer Christopher Wheeldon has been tapped to helm the production, with Tom Kitt overseeing music supervision, arrangements, and orchestrations.
• Mike Bosner, known for producing hits like 'Beautiful—The Carole King Musical,' is producing the show in partnership with Buena Vista Theatrical.
• No opening date or theater has been announced yet, but the project represents a major addition to the trend of screen-to-stage adaptations blending nostalgia with fresh creative input.