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Priscilla Queen of the Desert the Musical to Embark on US Tour Fall 2012

A scene from Priscilla Queen of the Desert the Musical
(© Joan Marcus)
A scene from Priscilla Queen of the Desert the Musical
(© Joan Marcus)

Priscilla Queen of the Desert the Musical, which is currently playing on Broadway at the Palace Theater, will embark upon a U.S. tour in the Fall of 2012. The first city and starting date will be announced shortly.

Stephan Elliott and Allan Scott have adapted the show from the Academy Award-winning film about three friends searching for love and friendship in the middle of the Australian outback. Simon Phillips has direction the production, which features a score of over 20 dance-floor classics, a company of 27, and with a dazzling array of more than 500 outrageous costumes.

The Broadway production has been nominated for Best Musical by the Drama Desk, Drama League, and Outer Critics Circle.

For tickets and more information on the Broadway production, click here.