Dolly Parton’s Broadway musical, “Dolly: A True Original Musical,” is set to open “as was Dolly’s wish.” Producers confirm the production will begin previews on December 7 at the St. James Theatre, following Parton’s death on Tuesday. The outlets report the announcement as an effort to proceed with the project on the timeline Parton wanted.
Both outlets describe the show as one Parton is closely involved with: she is credited as a producer and co-writer. The musical is built around her familiar catalogue as well as new material created for the Broadway production. While coverage focuses on the timing decision tied to her wishes, the reporting also emphasizes the creative makeup of the show—mixing well-known songs with newly written numbers for this production.
