Luhrmann adapting ELVIS film for the stage

https://broadwaynews.com/2023/03/13/elvis-stage-musical-in-the-works-from-baz-luhrmann/

“A bit like ‘Moulin Rouge!,’ there will be an Elvis stage musical; we’re getting into that right now.”

Luhrmann wrote and directed the 2001 film “Moulin Rouge!” which was adapted for the Main Stem, opening on July 25, 2019. The production won 10 Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Luhrmann served as a creative consultant for the story within the Broadway musical, which continues to run at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre.

In terms of Luhrmann’s involvement in the impending “Elvis” musical, he said, “I’m not sure I’ll direct it, but I’ll produce it.”

As visually stunning as it could be I think it would be difficult to find an Elvis the likes of Austin butler. And Tom hanks was impeccable. But it definitely lends itself so very well

Make it a ridiculous spectacle, and keep it as a Vegas revue. I don’t think (obviously could be wrong) this idea would last long on Broadway.

Just make it stop