Wanted Musical Previewed for Broadway Season
The production offered an early look at its score ahead of its November opening on Broadway.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Children’s Theater
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The upcoming Broadway musical Wanted held a press event on September 29 to showcase its score. It is the first production to open the 2026-2027 season.
Why it matters
As the first show to debut for the 2026-2027 Broadway season, the production sets an early tone for the theater district's latest creative offerings. The musical explores the story of sisters Mary and Martha Clarke.
The company presented 3 songs from the score, including Prologue, Inheritance, and Under a Different Sun. The production was previously titled Gun & Powder.
The players
Angelica Chéri
She is a writer who authored the book and lyrics for the musical.
Ross Baum
He is the composer who wrote the music for the production.
Stevie Walker-Webb
He is the director responsible for staging the upcoming production.
Chelsey Arce
She serves as the choreographer for the new Broadway show.
The details
The musical features a book and lyrics by Angelica Chéri and music composed by Ross Baum. The production is directed by Stevie Walker-Webb and choreographed by Chelsey Arce, with orchestrations provided by John Clancy.
Timeline
September 29, 2026: The company held a press event.
October 15, 2026: Previews begin at the James Earl Jones Theatre.
November 8, 2026: Opening night of the musical.
2026-2027 season: The musical is part of the Broadway season.
Industry Dynamics
As the inaugural production of the 2026-2027 Broadway season, Wanted sets the pace for theatrical arrivals. This opening follows the industrys ongoing strategy of refreshing the stage with new works after the previous season cycles.
Theatergoers can begin purchasing tickets for preview performances starting October 15 at the James Earl Jones Theatre. The official opening is scheduled for November 8.
The takeaway
The transition from the previous title Gun & Powder to Wanted marks a significant branding pivot for the production team. Fans interested in the new work can watch for preview reviews to gauge the show's reception ahead of the official opening.
Further reading
For more on upcoming stage performances, see Children’s Theater.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Playbill.
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