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The Civilians’ Steve Cosson, Michael Friedman and Bess Wohl Working on Musical About Porn Industry

Michael Friedman
Michael Friedman

Steve Cosson, artistic director of The Civilians and book writer of the group’s This Beautiful City, Michael Friedman, who wrote the songs for City and Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson and Bess Wohl, who wrote Cats Talk Back, are at work on a new musical that explores the real life stories of individuals who work in California’s pornography industry. The piece, as yet untitled, is being developed in Los Angeles and has been commissioned by Center Theatre Group (CTG).

The lead creative team, along with a supporting team of artists and interviewers, are contacting a wide variety of individuals, including porn stars, niche market performers, directors, producers, crew and distributors, for the project. The progression of the musical will be reported in a blog maintained by The Civilians. No timeline for a production has been announced.

For more information, visit www.thecivilians.org.