The hit Broadway musical “Dear Evan Hansen” is headed for the big screen. The show about a lonely teenager who concocts an elaborate lie that spins out of control won six Tony Awards. It will be adapted for the screen by Steven Levenson, author of the musical’s book and the novel it was based on.
The songwriting team of Benj Pasek and Justin Paul remains involved. All three are Tony winners.
No casting has been announced, but it seems possible that Ben Platt, who originated the title role on Broadway and won a Tony for it, will reprise his role. His father Marc Platt is producing the movie, and also has “Rent Live!” coming up Jan. 27 on Fox.
The touring production of “Dear Evan Hansen” just ended its Los Angeles run at the Ahmanson Theatre on Nov. 25, breaking box office previously held by “Les Miserables.” Its weekly gross was more than $2 million.
The musical will play at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa Jan. 1-13, and return for another L.A. engagement in the 2020-21 season.
