In a thrilling development for theatre and film enthusiasts, Jennifer Lopez is officially attached to both produce and star in a lavish new cinematic adaptation of the celebrated Broadway musical Kiss of the Spider Woman.
The project, which has been a long-held passion for the multi-hyphenate superstar, is finally moving forward. Lopez will take on the titular role of Aurora, a glamorous movie star and fantasy figure who captivates a political prisoner named Molina in a brutal South American jail.
A Passion Project Years in the Making
This is not a new obsession for Lopez. She has been publicly linked to a potential remake for nearly a decade, with her production company, Nuyorican Productions, securing the rights to Manuel Puig's original novel and the subsequent Tony Award-winning musical.
The musical, with a score by John Kander and Fred Ebb (Chicago, Cabaret), originally premiered in 1993, winning seven Tony Awards including Best Musical.
Beyond the Spider Woman: A Busy Slate
This major announcement comes amidst a flurry of activity for Lopez. Her new sci-fi epic, Atlas, is currently streaming on Netflix, demonstrating her continued box office draw and versatility as a leading actress in high-concept genres.
The Kiss of the Spider Woman remake joins an impressive and diverse production slate under her Nuyorican banner, cementing her status as a powerful force not just in front of the camera, but behind it as well.
While a director, additional cast, and a precise production timeline are yet to be confirmed, this confirmation signals that one of Lopez's most ambitious creative endeavours is finally weaving its web.
