via popsugar-assets.comFilm & TV / NewsFilm & TV / NewsAn Almost Famous musical is in the worksBLUE JEAN BABY, L.A LADYShareLink copied ✔️September 26, 2018September 26, 2018Text Anna Cafolla One day, you’ll be cool, and one day, you’ll probably be made into a semi-autobiographical musical. For now, a musical adaptation of Almost Famous, the aching, nostalgic film about a young would-be rock journalist, a near-exploding band and their ‘Band Aids’ in the 70s, is in the works. The 2000 film, written and directed by Cameron Crowe and starring Kate Hudson and Patrick Fugit, chronicles a teen journalist writing for Rolling Stone in the 70s, working on his first cover story on the band Stillwater. Based on Crowe’s own experiences as a young writer touring with bands like Lynyrd Skynyrd and Led Zeppelin, it touches into the glittery, murky world of rock stars and groupies, sex, drugs, and breakdowns. It rapidly became a cult film for its iconic quotes, blistering soundtrack – everyone knows that “Tiny Dancer” singalong in the tour van – and beautiful, faithful ode to 70s fashion. Crowe is on board with this musical, something that could really help bringing the show to life. He’s writing the book for the musical, and co-writing lyrics with Tom Kitt (a Tony award winner for Next to Normal) with an original score. Jeremy Herrin of Wolf Hall is directing the show. Musical reboots of films have been more than a thing in the last few years, from Heathers to Mean Girls and Pretty Woman. No word yet on launch or any details on who will play Penny or Russell. You can read back on some of the biggest famous moments in Almost Famous here. Escape the algorithm! Get The DropEmail address SIGN UP Get must-see stories direct to your inbox every weekday. Privacy policy Thank you. You have been subscribed Privacy policy Expand your creative community and connect with 15,000 creatives from around the world.TrendingNike celebrates the culture of U.S. soccerAs the world’s biggest soccer moment approaches, Nike’s new Express Collection celebrates U.S. Soccer while continuing its legacy of investing in the culture of the gameFashionArt & PhotographyHow a cult artist from Japan predicted today’s bleak timesOakley FashionYour favourite Oakley glasses just got a faceliftLife & CultureWhy do we get the birthday blues?Beauty10 of the hottest Instagram accounts fusing art, sex and eroticaFashionRosalía spins on ballet style with look by recent CSM gradLife & CultureIs having a landline the ultimate post-digital flex?MusicOlivia Rodrigo: ‘A breakup can be an opportunity to redirect your life’Life & CultureMeet the 10 most exciting new stars of British sportEscape the algorithm! Get The DropEmail address SIGN UP Get must-see stories direct to your inbox every weekday. Privacy policy Thank you. You have been subscribed Privacy policy