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‘The way we deal with sexual violence has gotten much worse’ – Neko Case on her ‘Thelma & Louise’ musical

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Musician Neko Case has composed the score for the Young Vic’s stage adaptation of the 1991 film Thelma & Louise. The production addresses evolving societal perspectives on sexual violence while modernizing the cult classic for London audiences.

  • 01Alt-country artist Neko Case authored the original songs for the high-profile theatrical production
  • 02The musical debuts at London's Young Vic as an adaptation of the Ridley Scott film
  • 03Creative direction focuses on contemporary social themes regarding systemic responses to sexual violence
  • 04The production serves as a major centerpiece for the current London theatrical season

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The alt-country superstar has written the songs for this season’s hippest musical, the Young Vic’s adaptation of Ridley Scott’s 1991 smash