The musical version of the beloved movie Almost Famous is coming to Broadway this fall and rehearsals have officially begun! Chris Wood and Solea Pfeiffer are starring in the musical as Russell Hammond and Penny Lane, the roles originated by Billy Crudup and Kate Hudson.
The musical will also star Casey Likes as William Miller, Anika Larsen as Elaine Miller, Drew Gehling as Jeff Bebe, and Rob Colletti as Lester Bangs. Cameron Crowe, who wrote and directed the movie, wrote the book and lyrics for the musical.
Tony, Grammy, and Emmy winner Tom Kitt wrote the music and co-wrote the lyrics. Here is the synopsis: “The year is 1973 and it’s all happening.
Led Zeppelin is king, Richard Nixon is President, and idealistic 15-year-old William Miller is an aspiring music journalist.
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