Bruce Lee musical slated for Broadway

The elements of a quality Broadway musical can be difficult to master. It takes finesse, agility and poise. However, the elements of a Bruce Lee performance could prove even more difficult. Notwithstanding, for the 2010-11 season this martial arts master will see reincarnation in the form of a Broadway production called Bruce Lee: Journey to the West.

David Henry Hwang will write the book. Hwang is known for M. Butterfly and Yellow Face. Bartlett Sher will direct, who currently helming the revival of South Pacific at the Lincoln Center, which has garnered him 11 Tony nominations. David Yazbek, of The Full Monty, will compose the music and lyrics.

The plot will interweave Bruce Lee’s ascent to stardom with Chinese mythology about the Monkey King. The musical is also intended to weave Chinese pop and culture throughout, making for the full experience.

Related links:
BruceLeeFoundation.com
DavidYazbek.com
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