EXCLUSIVE: A stage musical based on the 2020 Netflix movie Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga is under development with Will Ferrell, Harper Steele and Anthony King writing the book and Savan Kotecha composing the music. Alex Timbers is on board to direct.
“We are more than excited to bring Eurovision to Broadway,” said Ferrell in a statement. “The stage musical is a perfect place to continue our celebration of all the things we love about this amazing and unifying song competition.”
The adaptation was announced today by producer Lia Vollack. A production timeline was not disclosed.
“Will Ferrell and Harper Steele are my comedy heroes,” said Timbers (Just In Time). “And when I first saw their joyful movie Eurovision during the pandemic, it buoyed spirits during a very dark time. With this stage adaptation, I can’t wait to bring that same mix of
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