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08/09/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 08/10/2024 00:36

‘The Greatest Showman’ Currently in Development for a Stage M…

A stage musical adaptation of The Greatest Showman is currently in development.

Disney Theatrical Group announced at the Disney Entertainment Showcase on Friday night from D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event presented by Visa® in Anaheim, California.

The stage adaptation of The Greatest Showman will feature the Academy Award®-nominated songs of Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. The production timetable, creative team, and cast will be announced at a later date.

The news came as Disney on Broadway celebrated its 30th anniversary at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event with a medley of performances and exclusive announcements from its hit stage musicals.

Some of the highlights included performances from The Lion King, Aladdin, and Hercules, which will open in London's West End in summer 2025. It was also announced Frozen was filmed on stage and will premiere on Disney+ in 2025.