A musical adaptation refers to a creative work, like a play or a movie, that has been transformed into a musical format. It means taking an existing story and adding music, songs, and dances to bring it to life in a new artistic way. Full definition
In fact, the new Producers derives from Brooks» 2000 Tony - winning, Broadway stage musical adaptation of his earlier film (and Brooks, enjoying his septugenarian impresario rebirth, has written ten songs for an upcoming stage musical version of Young Frankenstein). (grouchoreviews.com)
Simon Phillips, who helmed the stage musical adaptation of Priscilla Queen of the Desert, will direct the project, with Gabriela Tylesova in charge of the set and costumes. (contactmusic.net)
For novices, the film (based on the award - winning Broadway musical adaptation of Victor Hugo's novel) tells the tale of unjustly - imprisoned Jean Valjean (Jackman), who seeks redemption once he is released. (csmonitor.com)