Dolly Parton's Broadway musical opens on her posthumous 81st birthday

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Dolly Parton's musical, 'Dolly: A True Original Musical,' will begin previews on December 7th at the St. James Theatre in New York City.
The show officially opens on January 19th, which would have been Parton's 81st birthday.
Parton wrote the music, book, and was a producer for the musical, which chronicles her life.
The musical features some of Parton's well-known songs and new compositions written specifically for the show.
Parton had previously canceled a Las Vegas residency due to kidney stone issues and immune/digestive system problems.
The article notes Parton was one Tony Award away from achieving EGOT status.
A private funeral service will be held for immediate family, with donations to Dolly Parton's Imagination Library requested in lieu of flowers.

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