R.J. Palacio's bestselling children's novel Wonder, which was adapted by Lionsgate into a hit movie, "may be heading to Broadway," Playbill reported. Tony-winning producer Jill Furman (Hamilton) has signed on as lead producer for a stage musical version of the book. A creative team will be announced at a later date.
"I am beyond happy and grateful that Wonder is being adapted for theatre by this incredible team," said Palacio. "What I've always loved the most about musical theatre is its timelessness--its ability to resonate around the world and across generations. That Wonder and its message of kindness is to become part of that canon for the ages is, quite literally, a dream come true."
Furman added, "R.J.'s indelible characters leapt off the page, and I wept through the movie. I couldn't help but feel there was a musicality to the characters' voices and their story. At a time when 'otherness' is under attack, Wonder celebrates difference in a beautiful way that we should all admire and emulate."