TMDb/Happy Feet Music Tap into the rhythm! The Oscar-winning film Happy Feet waddles to Broadway as a spectacular new musical, directed by Michael Arden. April 7, 2026 AceShowbiz - Broadway is preparing to welcome a new musical adaptation of the beloved animated film Happy Feet, the Oscar-winning story about dancing and singing Emperor penguins created by George Miller. The live stage production will be directed by Tony Award-winning Michael Arden and produced by another Tony winner, Dori Berinstein, known for her work on Legally Blonde and The Prom.