Jerry Lewis to direct ‘Nutty Professor’ musical

updated 8:42 p.m. ET June 29, 2009

NEW YORK - Jerry Lewis — Broadway musical director?

The legendary comedian will direct a stage version of "The Nutty Professor," the 1963 film he co-wrote and in which he starred as the nerdy title character.

The show will feature music by Marvin Hamlisch and a book and lyrics by Rupert Holmes. It is expected to land on Broadway during the 2010-2011 season.

The 83-year-old Lewis last appeared on Broadway in 1995 in a revival of "Damn Yankees."

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