Timbaland to Develop 'Opera Noir' Album into Hip-Hop Musical Event for Television

Variety reports exclusively that Timbaland has inked a deal with Leftfield Pictures to develop his forthcoming album "Opera Noir" into a scripted hip-hop musical for television. The project's score will come from the new autobiographical album.

"Opera Noir" will center on "a young musician's rise to the top and hardships along the way, including struggles with poverty, substance abuse and crime."

According to the report, the show will be shopped to networks as one-time event special, similar to the recent musical broadcasts of FOX's GREASE LIVE and NBC's THE WIZ. The hope is that the standalone special may be ordered straight to limited series.

Commented Timbaland (aka Tim Mosley) of the collaboration, "I couldn't have found a better partner than Leftfield Pictures and David George for 'Opera Noir." They understand my vision for this project, which I've had for years, and I'm confident they will help bring this to life for everyone to see."

Added David George, CEO of Leftfield Entertainment, "Tim's unbelievable candor about his experiences and difficult past help illustrate one of the most epic success stories in the industry. We're fortunate to be part of the 'grand finale' of an artist whose innovative and inspiring musical contributions have helped shape the business and will influence artists for years to come."

Timbaland serves as executive producer on the project.

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