Dolly Parton has announced a Broadway production titled "Dolly: A True Original Musical," following a "bad" health update. The 80-year-old country singer said the musical will be told in her own words and through her music, featuring new hits as well as beloved tracks like "Jolene" and "I Will Always Love You." The show, directed by Tony Award winner Bartlett Sher, begins previews in December and opens on January 19, 2027, which is Parton's birthday. The announcement comes months after Parton cancelled her "Dolly: Live in Las Vegas" residency due to ongoing health issues. In May, she shared that while she is responding well to treatment, it will take time before she is ready to perform on stage. Parton went public with her health problems in September 2025 when she pulled out of an appearance due to kidney stones, and she also took a brief break from music following the death of her husband, Carl Dean, in March 2025.
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