Dolly Parton's Autobiographical Musical to Premiere on Broadway This Winter
Dolly Parton's autobiographical musical, "Dolly: A True Original Musical," will debut on Broadway this winter. Previews begin in early December at New York's St. James Theatre, with opening night on January 19, the singer's 81st birthday. The show traces Parton's journey from a log cabin in Sevierville, Tennessee, to international stardom, featuring hits like "I Will Always Love You" and "Jolene" alongside new songs. Parton co-wrote the musical with Maria S. Schlatter. The production is directed by Bartlett Sher. Parton will not appear on stage. Originally titled "Hello, I'm Dolly," the show had a sold-out world premiere in Nashville last year.
Key facts
- Dolly Parton's autobiographical musical is titled 'Dolly: A True Original Musical'.
- Previews begin in early December at New York's St. James Theatre.
- Opening night is scheduled for January 19, Parton's 81st birthday.
- The musical features hits like 'I Will Always Love You', 'Jolene', 'Coat of Many Colors', and '9 to 5'.
- Parton co-wrote the musical with Maria S. Schlatter.
- Bartlett Sher directs the production.
- Parton will not appear in the musical herself.
- The show originally debuted as 'Hello, I'm Dolly' in Nashville last year.
Entities
Artists
- Dolly Parton
- Maria S. Schlatter
- Bartlett Sher
- Porter Wagoner
Institutions
- St. James Theatre
- Grand Ole Opry
- Dollywood
- New York Times
- The Guardian
Locations
- New York
- Sevierville
- Tennessee
- Nashville
- Knoxville
- Pigeon Forge
- East Tennessee
- Great Smoky Mountains