It's based off the music of Tupac," Vernal Cambridge, Executive Director of the Foundation said. "You'll be looking at Tupac's life through his music. It's called, 'Holler if Ya Hear Me.' We're looking at toward the end of the year [for the musical to go live on Broadway]." The title of the musical comes from 'Pac's 1993 single by the same name. The musical will take fans on a trip through the span of the rapper's career, before his murder in 1996. The song selection will be handled by scriptwriter Todd Krickler. Acclaimed Broadway director Kenny Leon will helm the musical. According to Playbill.com, Leon will start an open-call casting for the role of Tupac and others on March 4. Leon is seeking: African American male and female rappers ages 18-35. Additionally seeking one Caucasian actor 20-25 with a strong facility for rap and terrific guitar skills.
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