Great Scott! Back to the Future set for Pantages Theatre
Prepare to embark on a thrilling journey through time as "Back to the Future: The Musical" makes its way to Hollywood's Pantages Theatre. This critically acclaimed production, which clinched the 2022 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, is set to transport audiences from November 5 to December 1, 2024. Based on the beloved Universal Pictures/Amblin Entertainment film trilogy, this theatrical adaptation promises to delight both longtime fans and newcomers alike.
The musical's arrival in Hollywood is part of its highly anticipated North American tour, following triumphant runs in London's West End and on Broadway. This innovative production is the result of a collaborative effort between lead producer Colin Ingram and the original film's visionaries, Robert Zemeckis and Bob Gale.
At its heart, the musical retains the essence of the original story: Marty McFly, a teenage rock 'n' roll enthusiast, finds himself unexpectedly thrust into 1955 via a time-traveling DeLorean, courtesy of his eccentric friend, Dr. Emmett Brown. Marty's mission becomes a race against time as he must ensure his high-school-aged parents fall in love, thereby securing his own existence.
The creative team behind this adaptation is nothing short of stellar. Bob Gale, co-creator of the original film, penned the book, while the musical score features new compositions by the Emmy and Grammy Award-winning Alan Silvestri and six-time Grammy Award-winner Glen Ballard. Fans will be pleased to know that beloved songs from the film, including "The Power of Love" and "Johnny B. Goode," are also incorporated into the production. Under the direction of Tony Award winner John Rando and supported by a multi-Tony and Olivier Award-winning design team, the musical promises a feast for the senses.
The evolution of "Back to the Future" from a cinematic classic to a stage sensation has been a testament to the enduring appeal of its story and characters. The musical adaptation, which began taking shape in 2012, weathered various challenges, including changes in direction and creative vision, before its successful premiere at the Manchester Opera House in 2020. Since then, it has captivated more than 800,000 theatergoers, shattering box office records and garnering critical acclaim, including the prestigious Olivier Award for Best New Musical.
As "Back to the Future: The Musical" prepares to rev up its engines for Los Angeles area audiences, it stands as a shining example of how beloved stories can be reimagined for new generations while retaining the magic that made them classics in the first place.