Fatboy Slim and David Byrne's musical endeavour

Fatboy Slim and Talking Heads front man David Byrne have announced they are collaborating to write a musical about former Philippine first lady Imelda Marcos, to be shown next March in Adelaide.

The musical – billed as “a timeless story with more contemporary resonances than are comfortable” – will premiere at Australia’s Adelaide Festival and is based on the extravagant life of Mrs Marcos who was found guilty of corruption in mid 1990s. The flamboyant first lady was famous for her relentless partying ways and huge collection of shoes.

“She loved the nightlife in all parts of the world, and in New York at Studio 54, so much so that she installed a disco in her NYC townhouse,” an Adelaide Festival spokesman said.

The musical titled ‘Here lies love’ was originally the concept of Byrne and will be directed by Marianne Weems in a 90 minute extravaganza.

http://www.adelaidefestival.com.au/

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