La La Land Musical Added Choreographer Mandy Moore
The stage adaptation has recruited key talent from the 2016 film to join its creative team.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Dance
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The upcoming Broadway production of La La Land has announced that Mandy Moore will serve as choreographer. Moore, who earned three Emmy Awards for her work, previously choreographed the original 2016 film.
Why it matters
The production is reuniting key creative personnel from the original film to ensure a cohesive transition from screen to stage. By bringing back original designers and choreographers, the producers aim to maintain the aesthetic identity of the source material.
Mandy Moore brings three Emmy wins to the production team. The original film was released in 2016.
The players
Mandy Moore
She is an acclaimed choreographer known for her extensive work in television and film.
Bartlett Sher
He is a prominent theater director currently serving as the director for this stage musical.
Mary Zophres
She is a costume designer who is reprising her role from the original motion picture for the stage.
Marc Platt
He is a prolific film and theater producer who is managing the stage adaptation.
The details
In addition to Moore, the production has added Mary Zophres as costume designer and 59 Studio as production designer, with Edward Pierce serving as a design collaborator. They join a team led by director Bartlett Sher and writers Ayad Akhtar and Matthew Decker.
Timeline
The original film was released in 2016.
The stage adaptation of the film was revealed in 2023.
The creative team update was announced on October 14, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
This production follows a pattern set by the 2016 La La Land film release by retaining core creative talent to maintain continuity. The recruitment signals a broader trend in Broadway adaptations where studios leverage original film designers to anchor new stage works.
Theatergoers should monitor future announcements regarding casting and specific opening dates for the Broadway run. Tickets are not yet available for purchase as the production timeline remains in development.
The takeaway
The return of original crew members often suggests the production aims for high fidelity to the source film's vision. Fans interested in the adaptation should watch for updates on venue scheduling to track when they can first access the live performances.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Playbill.
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