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Broadway Musical Adaptation of '10 Things I Hate About You' Officially in Development

Carly Rae Jepsen and Lena Dunham lead a star-studded creative team to reimagine the cult-classic 1999 teen rom-com for the stage.

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Overview

  • Carly Rae Jepsen will co-write the musical's score with Ethan Gruska, marking her debut as a behind-the-scenes contributor to a Broadway production.
  • Lena Dunham is set to co-write the book alongside playwright Jessica Huang, bringing her storytelling expertise to the adaptation.
  • The production will be directed and choreographed by two-time Tony winner Christopher Wheeldon, with Tom Kitt overseeing music supervision, arrangements, and orchestrations.
  • Mike Bosner, known for Broadway hits like 'Shucked' and 'Beautiful—The Carole King Musical,' will produce the show in collaboration with Buena Vista Theatrical.
  • An opening date, casting details, and the theater for the production have yet to be announced as the project remains in active development.