How ‘The Curious Case of Benjamin Button’ Grew Up

A musical adaptation of the F. Scott Fitzgerald short story has been in the works for nearly 10 years. Now it is making its U.S. debut at the Public Theater.

AAdmin

October 25, 2026

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How ‘The Curious Case of Benjamin Button’ Grew Up

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