Neko Case's Thelma & Louise Musical Adaptation to Debut in London Fall 2026
A musical adaptation of the 1991 film Thelma & Louise, with music and lyrics by Neko Case, will premiere at London's Young Vic Theater in fall 2026. The show runs from September 3 to October 24, with tickets on sale next week. Case will assist with rehearsals but not perform.
ocregister.comMusical Premiere Announced
Pitchfork reported that the musical adaptation of the 1991 movie Thelma & Louise will debut in fall 2026 in London at the Young Vic Theater.
The show is scheduled to run from September 3 to October 24. Tickets for the show will go on sale at the theater’s website next week.
Production Details Callie
Khouri penned the book for the musical adaptation.
Neko Case handled the music and lyrics for the musical adaptation. Trip Cullman is directing the musical adaptation.
Neko Case's Involvement
Neko Case wrote in her Substack that she will be in London most of the summer helping put on the finishing touches and rehearsing.
Neko Case wrote in her Substack that she is not performing in the musical. Neko Case has been working on a musical adaptation of the 1991 movie Thelma & Louise for years.
Background on Case
Neko Case released the album Neon Grey Midnight Green in 2025.
Nina Corcoran joined Pitchfork as an Associate Staff Writer in 2021.
Story Timeline
6 events- 2026-09-03 to 2026-10-24
The musical adaptation runs at Young Vic Theater.
1 sourcePitchfork - 2026 fall
Debut of Thelma & Louise musical adaptation in London.
1 sourcePitchfork - 2026 summer
Neko Case in London for rehearsals and finishing touches.
1 sourceNeko Case Substack - 2025
Neko Case released the album Neon Grey Midnight Green.
1 sourcePitchfork - 2021
Nina Corcoran joined Pitchfork as an Associate Staff Writer.
1 sourcePitchfork - 1991
Original release of the movie Thelma & Louise.
1 sourcePitchfork
Potential Impact
- 01
Ticket sales revenue for Young Vic Theater.
- 02
Potential boost to Neko Case's visibility in musical theater.
- 03
Increased interest in London theater scene for fall 2026.
- 04
Cultural revival of 1991 film's themes through musical format.
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Possible future productions beyond London run.
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