13: The Musical New Characters, and Other Details

13: The Musical is a 2-hour and 4-minute full-length film based on the Broadway musical 13 with music and lyrics.

The old musical, starring 13 pubescent teenagers, was an immensely energized and high-powered musical with something for everyone. Because the kids were talented, it’s not as sugary as “High School Musical.”

This wholesome, completely G-rated educational musical is so entertaining. The kids won’t realize it’s good for them.

What is the plot of 13: The Musical?

Evan Goldman’s story is told in 13: The Musical. Following his parents’ divorce, he relocates from New York City to small-town Indiana. He wants to get pleased by the toughest and roughest of his school social circle.

So,  As his 13th birthday approaches, he must master this group of students and win friends by making his Bar Mitzvah the coolest party ever.

Evan’s new friend is Patrice, a nerdy outsider. Therefore, she has made it her mission to get the other kids to accept Evan and party at his oddly named event.

What is the relation between Broadway’s ’13’ and this adaptation?

13: The Musical is an adaptation of Broadway’s ’13’. From 2008 to 2009, it was staged at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre.

Ariana Grande and Elizabeth Gillies made their professional debuts in the Broadway production, which featured the first and only all-teenage cast and band. Since then, the musical has become a favorite of high school theatre groups.

Who are all there?

Neil Meron issued an open casting call for the teen roles on October 28, 2020, with rehearsals set to begin in March 2021.

The film’s 14 lead roles were cast on April 29, 2021. Additionally, Debra Messing was cast in the film on May 24, 2021. Apart from that, Rhea Perlman, Josh Peck, and Peter Hermann were cast in the film later on June 11.

What is the backstory of this adaptation?

CBS Films announced in 2014 that they planned to make a film adaptation of the musical. Further, Bert V. Royal was expected to write the screenplay, with producers Laurence Mark, Bob Boyett, and executive producer David Blackman. Jason Robert Brown will be in charge of the adaptation’s music and lyrics.

Then, in 2019, it was announced that 13 would become a Netflix original film, produced by Neil Meron. The script was expected to be written by Robert Horn and the movie to be directed by Tamra Davis.

Who handled the technical side this time?

Tony Award winner Robert Horn adapted the script from a book he co-wrote with Dan Elish for the original Broadway production of 13.  Jason Robert Brown, the Tony Award-winning composer, and lyricist for the Broadway production has written new music. Also, Tamra Davis has been attached to direct.

Neil Meron, the producer of Chicago and Hairspray, is the producer of 13. He is a prime-time Emmy winner.