The Queen s Gambit Musical Divides Netflix And Broadway Fans
03/09/21 AT 11:29 AM
The Netflix hit, “The Queen’s Gambit,” has become a fan favorite in many households around the world, and now, it’s on its way to becoming a Broadway musical. Fans, however, aren t so sure they want to see Beth Harmon s story in song.
“The Queen’s Gambit” follows Beth Harmon from her childhood as an orphan to an adult with trials and obstacles, as she discovers her natural-born talent to not only play chess but to dominate the best of the best.
Level Forward is the company that has obtained the theatrical stage rights to the original novel by Walter Tevis. The company has produced films like “The Assistant” and “On the Record,” according to Variety.