Dolly Parton musical starts previews at St. James on 7 December
Published on 10/17/2026 at 19:23 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWS
Dolly Parton’s new musical, DOLLY: A True Original Musical, begins preview performances at St. James Theatre in New York City on 7 December 2026. The Broadway production is based on her life and uses songs from her catalogue alongside new music written for the show.
DOLLY: A True Original Musical reaches Broadway in December
Preview performances begin on 7 December 2026, and the engagement is scheduled for St. James Theatre at 246 West 44th Street in New York City. Opening night is set for 19 January 2027 at the same theatre.
The Broadway announcement identifies the venue and describes the production as a new musical by Dolly Parton. The TDF listing also records the 7 December 2026 first preview and the New York address.
Dolly Parton’s songs shape the Broadway musical
The musical is built around Parton’s life and songwriting. Dolly Parton wrote the music and lyrics, while Maria S. Schlatter shares the book credit with her.
The programme includes I Will Always Love You, Jolene, Coat of Many Colors and 9 to 5, alongside new songs written especially for the production. The Broadway date brings Parton’s country catalogue into a show whose central creative credits belong to the same artist.
The St. James Theatre hosts the New York run
Dolly Parton is a Tennessee-born country singer and songwriter whose work reaches across country, pop and musical theatre. That range gives the Broadway production a direct connection to the songs that established her public career.
Bartlett Sher directs the musical, with Stephen Oremus as music supervisor and Mandy Moore responsible for choreography. The production is presented at St. James Theatre, where the opening night is set for 19 January 2027.
Dolly Parton: what fans in Germany need to know
- Preview performances begin on 7 December 2026 at St. James Theatre, 246 West 44th Street, New York City.
- Opening night is set for 19 January 2027 at the same New York theatre.
- Dolly Parton wrote the music and lyrics, and she shares the book credit with Maria S. Schlatter.
- Production updates are listed at dollyparton.com.
Dolly Parton on social media and streaming platforms
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Dolly Parton: frequently asked questions
When does Dolly Parton’s Broadway musical begin previews?
Preview performances begin on 7 December 2026 at St. James Theatre in New York City.
Where is DOLLY: A True Original Musical performed?
It is performed at St. James Theatre, 246 West 44th Street, New York City.
Who wrote the music for Dolly Parton’s new musical?
Dolly Parton wrote the music and lyrics, and she co-wrote the book with Maria S. Schlatter.
