When I was in NYC this weekend, I walked past 4 different theaters that were breaking down their stages because the shows that lived there had closed. It was super sad to see. Those shows had been running for a while and had employed lots of actors and stage hands and creatives and this means that they're out of work now. I know for new wonderful shows to open, old shows have to close but that doesn't make it any sadder.
And today comes word that 2 more shows are closing - The Humans and my very favorite Something Rotten! I've never seen The Humans but I hear it's wonderful. (I'd probably see it if I was sure I wouldn't cry - but I heard it's quite sad, so there's that.) But I'm sort of ok with it closing because it had a much longer run that it was supposed to and by closing, it'll make way for Come From Away which I can't wait to see. But Something Rotten!? I've seen it 3 times and I could probably see it another 3. It's funny and sweet and a fabulous way to spend 2 hours. I loved all the creativity and the amazing cast!
And as of right now, they're not saying what's moving in. The St. James is one of the oldest and most beautiful theatres on Broadway and it would be very sad to see it sit vacant for even a little while. I heard a rumor a few months ago that Frozen the musical would be moving into the St. James but that hasn't been confirmed yet. I'm not sure what I feel worse about seeing it vacant or seeing a ridiculous show like Frozen the Musical take up residence. Don't get me wrong Frozen the movie is quite cute, but EVERYTHING has been Frozen-fied. Does Broadway need it too?
While I'm sad about all the open space, I'm still pretty excited to see what's coming next. If the shows that have already been announced are any indication of what the 2017 season will bring, it's sure to be a fabulous year for Broadway fans!
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