Elton John's Latest Broadway Venture: The Tammy Faye Musical

Elton John is creating music for a Broadway musical about Tammy Faye.

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The musical debuted in London in 2022 and is set for a 2024-2025 Broadway run.

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It features lyrics by Jake Shears and a book by James Graham.

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Rupert Goold, known for directing other productions, is directing this musical.

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Katie Brayben stars as Tammy Faye, with Andrew Rannells playing her husband, Jim Bakker.

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Specifics like casting and dates for the Broadway run are yet to be announced.

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The production will be staged in a Nederlander theater.

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Elton John has a history of creating music for stage productions.

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Various professionals are involved in the musical's design and music aspects.

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This musical follows the 2021 film "The Eyes of Tammy Faye."

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