Dolly Parton Broadway Musical To Open On Country Icon’s 81st Birthday; Venue Announced
A new Broadway production titled 'Dolly: A True Original Musical' is set to debut on Dolly Parton's 81st birthday.
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A musical centered on Dolly Parton, titled 'Dolly: A True Original Musical,' is coming to Broadway. According to reports, the production is scheduled to open on the country icon's 81st birthday.
Coverage from BroadwayWorld, Playbill, and Deadline emphasizes the timing of the production, noting it will arrive this winter or in 2027. The Guardian describes the project as 'a dream come true.' Future updates are expected regarding the specific venue, which Deadline reports has been announced, though other covered outlets do not specify the location.
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Quick answers
What is the name of the musical?
The production is titled 'Dolly: A True Original Musical'.
When will the show open?
Coverage indicates it will open this winter or in 2027, specifically on Dolly Parton's 81st birthday.
Which publications are reporting this?
The news is being reported by BroadwayWorld, Broadway Shows, The Guardian, Playbill, and Deadline.
Coverage (5)
- DOLLY: A TRUE ORIGINAL MUSICAL is Coming to Broadway in December BroadwayWorld · 4h ago
- Dolly: A True Original Musical Will Come to Broadway This Winter Broadway Shows · 4h ago
- Dolly Parton musical set for Broadway this winter: ‘a dream come true’ The Guardian · 4h ago
- Dolly Musical Will Open on Broadway in 2027 Playbill · 4h ago
- Dolly Parton Broadway Musical To Open On Country Icon’s 81st Birthday; Venue Announced Deadline · 4h ago broke it first
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