By Adnan Tezer Oct 9, 2009, 18:39 GMT
Kristen Bell has signed on to star in "Burlesque," Screen Gems' musical drama being directed by Steve Antin.
"Burlesque" focuses on an ambitious small-town girl (Christina Aguilera) with a million dollar voice who finds love and success in a Los Angeles burlesque club.Bell will play Nikki, the lead dancer and main attraction at the club whose life spirals out of control when Aguilera's character suddenly seizes the spotlight.
Already cast are Cher as the nightclub owner and Stanley Tucci as the man who helps transform Aguilera’s character.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, shooting begins Nov. 9 with a release aimed for Thanksgiving 2010.
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