Louis Armstrong was a force of nature, Marsalis said in a statement.
Its an honor to help bring his sound and style to the stage in this production.
Marsalis and the other new team members carry impressive credentials.
‘A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical,’ and Branford MarsalisPalma Kolansky
Marsalis is a three-time Grammy winner who was nominated for a Tony for the compositions he contributed to 2010sFences.
TV composing credits includeRustin, Ma Raineys Black Bottom,andThe Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks.
He received an Emmy-nomination for his work on 2021sTulsa Burning: The 1921 Race Massacre.
David Lai (Sweeney Todd, Hadestown) is the music contractor forA Wonderful World.
The Broadway staging is presented in association with Roundabout Theatre Company and is included in Roundabouts subscription packages.
Additional casting and full creative team will be announced soon.
the Musical.Mitchell composed original music for BroadwaysChicken & Biscuits.
