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Gil Harel’s Online Talk About Stephen King’s ‘Carrie’ the Musical: From Page to Stage

Stephen King’s epistolary novel is perhaps one of the most iconic stories in the horror genre. Frequently banned on account of its taboo content, the tale has been adapted several times in film, including versions in 1976 featuring Sissy Spacek in the title role and 2013 with Chloë Grace Moretz. — an announcement from Darien Library

Surely, however, the most unlikely adaptation of the book is the one that brought it to the stages of Broadway, Stratford-upon-Avon, and later, Off-Broadway. On the surface, one might surmise that a story of teen angst and bullying that culminates in a telekinetic bloodbath might not translate to a compelling musical. However, thanks to an excellent score by Michael Gore, “Carrie: The Musical” is an impressive tour-de-force that is sure to provide the audience with a memorable and worthy take on this classic tale.