As a gamer with a deep-rooted passion for comic books and superheroes, I can’t help but feel exhilarated about the upcoming stage play adaptation of “The Boy Who Loved Batman.” Michael Uslan’s life story is a testament to the power of perseverance and unwavering dedication to one’s dreams.
The well-known backstory of Batman is legendary, spanning various mediums. However, have you ever wondered about the background of the person who brought Batman to life on the big screen? Michael Uslan, a DC Comics writer turned producer, is the man behind it all. He acquired the movie rights for Batman in 1979, alongside Benjamin Melniker, and has been credited as an executive producer on every Batman film since Tim Burton’s Batman in 1989. Now, Tony Award-winning actor Dan Fogler, known for the Fantastic Beasts films, will portray Uslan in a stage play adaptation of his 2011 memoir titled, “The Boy Who Loved Batman.”
A Dutch company called Nederlander Worldwide, known for productions like “The Who’s Tommy,” “On Your Feet!: The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan,” and “Grease,” in collaboration with Legion M Productions, is currently working on a new play. This project was initially announced by “The Hollywood Reporter.”
“The Boy Who Adored Batman” Stage Play (previously known as “Darknights and Daydreams”) is described as an “uplifting comedy that chronicles the incredible tale of a man whose dream transformed into a countrywide sensation.” This wild ride takes us from New Jersey to Hollywood, traversing the realms of comic books and cinema. Every hero requires a hero, even Batman. The heartwarming show, based on true events, is set to debut at the Straz Center for Performing Arts in Tampa, Florida, from October 1st until November 10th.
Dan’s extraordinary skill, impeccable comic delivery, captivating stage demeanor, and genuine, passionate fandom set him as the ideal choice for portraying the intricate character of Michael Uslan, as stated by Uslan to THR. From the moment he received the script, Dan has demonstrated a keen understanding of the material, and I am thrilled that he has chosen to embark on this adventure with us.
Fogler expressed his eagerness, “I can hardly contain my excitement to get back on stage once more, and two topics that truly captivate me are Batman and comic books.” He won a Tony for his role as William Barf?e in the Broadway musical The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and played Francis Ford Coppola in The Offer, a series detailing the creation of The Godfather. “I was just 12 years old in 1989, and watching Batman on screen, portrayed as I always imagined him – dark, brooding, and full of intensity – was an unforgettable experience. It was like a bolt of lightning, and I can’t wait to share the tale of how it all came about.”
Under the direction of Tony Award winner Jeff Calhoun (famous for Newsies), The Boy Who Loved Batman boasts an impressive cast. Paul Adam Schaefer from Broadway’s The Phantom of the Opera takes on the role of Imaginary Friend, Katherine Yacko, known for her work in Hamlet, portrays Nancy Uslan. Additionally, Kelly Bashar, Nicholas Perez-Hoop, and Hugh Timoney play various characters including members of Uslan’s family as well as Stan Lee, the visionary creator of Marvel Comics who collaborated with Uslan on DC’s Just Imagine, and Bill Finger, the long-unrecognized co-creator of Batman.
We’re thrilled to pass along some behind-the-scenes footage of our initial table read for “The Boy Who Loved Batman” play, previously titled “Dark Knights and Daydreams”. This play is an adaptation from the book by Michael Usanovsky.
— Michael Uslan (@MichaelUslan) April 9, 2024
In 2019, an updated second edition was released of a book telling the story of Uslan, who for over a decade, worked tirelessly to bring the darker version of Batman from the comics to the screen. This contrasted with the light-hearted 1960s TV series featuring Adam West as the humorous Batman and Burt Ward as his sidekick Robin.
Unimpressed by the cheesy version of Batman, Uslan was resolved to bring the authentic Batman – a dark, somber character haunted by a tragic history – to the big screen. The text continues, “Undaunted by Hollywood’s initial indifference, after a decade-long struggle where every significant film studio rejected him, Uslan eventually became the Executive Producer for all contemporary Batman films, starting with Tim Burton’s acclaimed Batman in 1989 and extending to Christopher Nolan’s critically-acclaimed Dark Knight trilogy and beyond.”
“In an interview for his book in 2011, Uslan expressed that the tale of a young boy avenging his parents’ murder by bringing the perpetrators and other wicked criminals to justice, no matter the cost or hardships he would face, was so captivating to him. He felt an unwavering desire to be part of this story for all eternity.”
“When I watched the Adam West TV show, it became clear to me that something needed to be done. I felt like a young Bruce Wayne at the time, and the series left me both excited and dismayed. The car was impressive, and they were spending money, but seeing Batman being mocked by the world filled me with despair. That’s when I decided that someday, somehow, I would bring to life the true version of Batman, the one created in 1939 – a nocturnal crime-fighter who operates from the shadows and will eventually eliminate the words ‘Pow!’, ‘Zap!’, and ‘Wam!’ from people’s minds worldwide.”
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2024-08-26 01:40