Sabrina Carpenter Leads New Alice in Wonderland Musical Film at Universal
Pop star Sabrina Carpenter is set to lead an exciting new project at Universal Pictures. She will star in and produce a musical inspired by Lewis Carroll’s classic, *Alice in Wonderland*. This marks Carpenter’s significant leap into the realm of major studio filmmaking.
Sabrina Carpenter’s Musical Debut
The untitled musical will showcase her talents as a performer and a producer. Details about the plot remain undisclosed. Carpenter is currently riding a wave of success, having received six Grammy nominations for her seventh studio album, *Man’s Best Friend*.
Director and Production Team
Renowned filmmaker Lorene Scafaria, known for her work on *Hustlers* and *Succession*, will direct the film. Scafaria will also pen the script. She is a two-time Emmy nominee and has earned accolades for her storytelling ability.
Production Team Details
- Marc Platt will produce through Marc Platt Productions, which is closely affiliated with Universal.
- Leslie Morgenstein and Elysa Koplovitz Dutton from Alloy Entertainment will also join as producers.
- Ryan Jones and Jacqueline Garell will supervise production for Universal Pictures.
- Katie McNicol will oversee operations for Marc Platt Productions.
Context and Legacy
Although *Alice in Wonderland* is in the public domain, it has a rich history tied to Disney. The company produced the beloved 1951 animated classic and subsequent live-action adaptations. Universal’s new take on the story follows the successful Tim Burton film from 2010, which grossed over $1 billion globally.
Carpenter’s Career Highlights
As an actress, Carpenter has appeared in numerous film and television projects. Notable titles include:
- Prime Video’s *Emergency*
- The indie drama *The Short History of the Long Road*
- Netflix’s *Tall Girl* series
- Disney+’s *Clouds*
- 20th Century Fox’s *The Hate U Give*
Recently, she also signed on to make a guest appearance in a Muppet Show special for Disney+. Carpenter’s latest album, *Man’s Best Friend*, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart and has achieved over 180 million streams within its first week of release.
Future Projects
Outside of her musical aspirations, Lorene Scafaria is also engaged in several other projects. She has a deal to direct *Jonty*, a comedy for A24 featuring Jesse Plemons and Cole Escola.
As Carpenter embarks on this ambitious new venture, fans can anticipate a fresh interpretation of a timeless tale under her creative influence. With a strong production team backing her, this *Alice in Wonderland* musical is poised to attract significant attention, blending classic themes with contemporary artistry.
