“Beaches” Musical To Have International Bow
Beaches the Musical, based on Iris Rainer Dart‘s novel, will make its international premiere in May 2024 as the final show of Theatre Calgary‘s upcoming 2023-2024 season.
Directed by Tony nominee Lonny Price (Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill) and co-directed by Matt Cowart (110 in the Shade), previews will begin May 18, 2024, prior to an official opening May 24 in the Arts Commons Max Bell Theatre. Performances will continue in Canada through June 16.
Beaches the Musical features a book by Iris Rainer Dart and Thom Thomas, lyrics by Dart, and was developed in collaboration with David Austin, who provided music for the show’s earlier incarnations. Grammy winner Mike Stoller (Smokey Joe’s Café) has joined the musical’s creative team as composer for the upcoming production. Joseph Thalken is the music supervisor.
