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Depeche Mode musical ‘Playing the Angel’ canceled over copyright concerns

Depeche Mode musical ‘Playing the Angel’ canceled over copyright concerns

The producer of ‘Playing the Angel: The Musical’ — which was to have been based around Depeche Mode songs such as ‘Personal Jesus’ and ‘Walking in My Shoes’ — has pulled the plug on the project, citing ‘miscommunication and misunderstanding’ over his rights to use the band’s music.

Depeche Mode musical ‘Playing the Angel’ to be staged on island of Malta next year

Depeche Mode musical ‘Playing the Angel’ to be staged on island of Malta next year

A cutting-edge theater company on the Mediterranean island of Malta has acquired the rights to use Depeche Mode songs such as ‘Personal Jesus’ and ‘Just Can’t Get Enough’ in ‘Playing the Angel: The Musical,’ which is set to open early next year.