The beloved 1986 film Labyrinth is getting the theatrical treatment. Brian Henson, chairman of the Jim Henson Company and son of the movie's late director, Jim Henson, revealed the in-the-works musical to Forbes in an interview about the flick's upcoming re-release in cinemas. The film starred and featured the music of stage alum and songwriting icon David Bowie.



"We are working on a theatrical adaptation of the original movie for the stage," said Henson, noting that a film sequel is also in development. "Those are the two areas of excitement for the Labyrinth property that we have. We are working on both of those but I certainly don’t have a timeline for them."



Labyrinth follows teenager Sarah (played on-screen by Jennifer Connelly), who summons Goblins to take away her baby stepbrother. When he actually does disappear, Sarah follows him into a world of fantasy to protect him from the Goblin King (played by Bowie).



A songwriter for a stage adaptation isn't yet known, but an obvious choice would be featuring Bowie's music from the film. When asked whether the musical is aiming for a debut on the Great White Way, Henson wasn't clear.



"Not necessarily Broadway; it could be for London's West End, but it will be a stage show, a big theatrical version. It's very exciting."