- 'A Wonderful World' opened on Broadway on November 11, 2024, at Studio 54, with previews starting a month earlier on October 16, 2024.
- The title of the musical, 'A Wonderful World', is derived from Louis Armstrong's iconic song 'What a Wonderful World', which was released in 1967.
- 'A Wonderful World' explores Louis Armstrong's life story, emphasizing personal relationships and his journey through the evolving landscape of jazz music.
- After its initial run, the musical was taken to New Orleans and Chicago in 2023 for further workshops to refine the production.
- The musical's narrative is uniquely presented through the perspectives of Louis Armstrong's four wives: Daisy Parker, Lillian Hardin, Alpha Smith, and Lucille Watson.
- Choreography for the musical is crafted by Rickey Tripp, adding dynamic movement to the storytelling.
- 'A Wonderful World' was first commissioned by Michel Hausmann, the artistic director of Miami New Drama, with its development starting in 2019.
- James Monroe Iglehart, known for his role in Broadway's 'Aladdin', played Louis Armstrong in private readings in New York City in 2022.
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