“Illinoise” and the origins of an unlikely Broadway musical

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The new Broadway show “Illinoise” is a choreographed, dialogue-free indie rock musical based on Sufjan Stevens' 2005 concept album. It has received four Tony Award nominations, including Best Musical. 'Sunday Morning' contributor Kelefa Sanneh talks to choreographer Justin Peck, playwright Jackie Sibblies Drury and musician Shara Nova about the show, an ode to the origins of storytelling and theater making.

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