books turned into musicals

What are some books that you've always wanted to seea musical made out of? It may sound weird, but I've always wanted to see the book The Outsiders turned into one. Kinda like a combination of Grease, Newsies, and West Side Story. Anyway curious what y'all think.

(Update: I was thinking about this again, andi realized another book that could be comedy gold if transferred correctly: Jane Austen's Emma.)

Updated On: 9/6/17 at 12:42 AM

Okay so, I know that the title specifically asks what books should be turned into musicals, but, I'm going to throw one out there that I think would make a great play. The Giver by Lois Lowry. It would be interesting to see how they can make the scenes look monochromatic using the lighting / clothing / makeup to make people appear black & white during a portion of the play.

As for books that would make good musicals, I do agree that The Outsiders would have a nice Grease meets West Side Story vibe, if done right.

Also, since Great Comet did so well (in terms of gaining a large fanbase - despite the fact that it closed so early), I think that Anna Karenina by Tolstoy could be a very dark and dramatic musical. I'm all for light-hearted and fun musicals, but, I do love dramas and tragedies. It would appeal to a more mature audience for sure.

MovieInMyMind2 said: Okay so, I know that the title specifically asks what books should be turned into musicals, but, I'm going to throw one out there that I think would make a great play. The Giver by Lois Lowry. It would be interesting to see how they can make the scenes look monochromatic using the lighting / clothing / makeup to make people appear black & white during a portion of the play.

A stage adaptation of The Giver already exists.

https://www.dramaticpublishing.com/the-giver

Graymerchant said: "I would love to see Dave Malloy take on Great Gatsby."

I would LOVE this.