New Sherlock Holmes play in development for Broadway and London; Tony winner Rob Ashford for directing

Exclusive: An adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s new comedy, Sherlock Holmes, evolves in the West End and on Broadway. Tony and Olivier Award-winning director Rob Ashford will direct.

Producer Antonio Marion announced it today. Current plans call for the show to be set before London’s West End and Broadway staging.

Written by Rachel Wagstaff and Duncan Abel of the UK writing team, New Sherlock Holmes The show is described as an original tale that offers “a profound theatrical exploration of the famous detective’s mind” while remaining true to the world created by Conan Doyle. Akram Khan will be the choreographer / director of the movement.

The new comedy, featured in “Secret Secret,” is described by the producers as an example for Holmes, forcing him to confront his own vague past: “But is recognizing his childhood just a dangerous turn?

Ashford said in a statement, “When we realized that our production location was not necessarily a place, but perhaps an emotion, driven by spirit and character driven desire, I realized we had a project that it took a lifetime. Scene. Wagstaff and Abel have created an all-encompassing new Sherlock Holmes with modern interpretations of classic characters battling hidden demons on a thrilling, visceral, emotional and sensual journey that could derail at any moment.

Marion said: “Rob Ashford and Akram Khan are the two main creative forces in our industry, with a keen eye to revive this story by using the inherent equipment of theater and modernizing our productions for a new generation of new audiences. They will take our productions to new heights, offering the audience the theatrical experience we saw on stage. “

Khan said: “Ever since I was a teenager, I have grown up in London, feeling a sense of familiarity and often associating with the struggles and bonding that Holmes and Watson live in. Their complex and dynamic relationship is what makes a great theater. Working with Rob and these literary legends on a new job that will introduce a new generation to Holmes’ world is an unforgettable adventure.

More details, including casting, creative team and venue, will be announced later.

Included in Ashford Broadway credits Cat on a hot, frozen tin roof, avoid, how to succeed in business without trying, promises, promises, thoroughly modern pipes, shrek, John Water, crying child, curtains Y Wedding singer. Included in the London credits Entertainment, Romeo and Juliet, Winter’s Tale, Harlequin, Anna Christie, Tram called Wish, Parade, Guys Y Dolls, Evita and Frozen. He was also a director and choreographer. Peter Pan Live! Y The sound of live music! For NBC, along with many other credits.

Khan’s numerous dance and theater titles include collaborations with the National Ballet of China, singer Kylie Minogue, Florence and the Machine, visual artists Anish Kapoor, Antony Gormley and Tim Yip, writer Hanif Qureshi, and composers Steve Reich, Nitin Sook and With Ben. Frost. Khan’s work includes the 2012 London Olympics opening ceremony, three documentaries with Swan Films for Channel 4 and an episode of the Netflix series. MoveAnd many others.

Abel adapted along with Dan Brown Da Vinci CodeCurrently touring the UK and Paula Hawkins the girl on the trainHe moved to the West End after a successful British tour and Wagstaff has written a book for many award-winning musicals. Flowers for Mrs. Harris. His adaptation of Sebastian Folks birdsong It opened in the West End and the new product was widely shot afterwards; The award-winning online game has been blocked. His other works include an adaptation of Agatha Christie’s the mirror brokeAnd with Abel, Da Vinci Code Y the girl on the train.

Producer Marion is listed in the credits betrayal (2019 revival with Tom Hiddleston, Zave Ashton and Charlie Cox), Grunddog Day, Big Fish, Ghost, Evita Y Musical MJ (Marketing consultant). Other credits include Ratatouille: musical on TikTok.