Marguerite closing early – September 13th August 21, 2008
Posted by Linda in : dates, marguerite , trackbackMarguerite will close early on September 13 th. The new musical was originally scheduled to run until November 1st.
Boublil and Schönberg have issued a statement:
“Despite high praise from audience members, critically acclaimed performances and the release of the much anticipated cast recording, we have made the difficult decision to close the show in London a few weeks earlier than originally planned. Both the knock on effect of the current economic climate, as well as disappointing ticket sales throughout the summer months have contributed to our decision to close early.”
They went on to express their gratitude to everyone from cast members to the loyal following the production has gained. the said they are very proud of what has been achieved.
Rehearsals for a Japanese production will start in January and the show will play the Akasaka ACT Theatre in Tokyo in February, followed by performances in Osaka. There are also plans for a Spanish production in 2009 and a French production in 2010.”
I am really sad about this. Marguerite was magnificent and Ruthie Henshall and the rest of the cast were stunning. I was really hoping it might find a new home in the West End after November but it just couldn’t survive the summer lull. What a shame!
I just like to send our commiserations and say Good Luck to all the cast and production team who worked so hard on Marguerite.
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i am so sorry to see marguerite is closing early. i’ve seen it twice already, with a third visit next week & had hoped to go to the original last night performance & maybe fit in another couple of shows.
this show was wonderful, with a beautiful,lush score & a fantastic cast who all fitted their roles perfectly. how sad all their hard work has to end so soon. at least i have the pleasure of the cast recording.
good luck to all who have been involved with the show & thank you for bringing it to life on the stage.
Totally agree with Felicity, saw Marguerite on Thursday for the first (and last) time on Thursday. The singing was excellent and the sets and effects superb. If I didn’t live in the North of England I would be cramming in anther performance before 13 Sept. Many thanks to all involved.