![]() ![]() "Jean Webster’s novel was ahead of its time in telling a story of self-discovery for contemporary women. "This story has all the makings of a great musical,” said director and book writer Caird in a statement. Not knowing who her aid is, she dubs him "Daddy Long Legs." ![]() ![]() A mysterious benefactor agrees to send her to college under the condition that she write him a letter once a month, and through this correspondence, she shares her experiences of discovering literature, adventure, love and self. Set in turn-of-the-century New England, it tells the story of Jerusha Abbott, the oldest orphan in the John Grier Home. The musical is based on the 1912 novel by Jean Webster. Caird, who also directs, reunites with Gordon following their earlier collaboration on the Tony-nominated Jane Eyre. ![]() The show, produced by Ken Davenport ( Kinky Boots) and Michael Jackowitz ( How To Succeed in Business.), has toured regionally and received an industry reading in New York earlier last year. The critics are filing their reviews, and is updating them as they come in. The production stars Megan McGinnis ( Les Misérables), who has been attached to the project since its 2009 debut, alongside Paul Alexander Nolan ( Once, Jesus Christ Superstar). ![]()
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