The revival of Gypsy, starring Audra McDonald, will conclude on August 17, after 28 previews and 269 performances. This 1959 musical follows a mother, Rose, whose ambitious attempts to make her daughters vaudeville stars are both captivating and unsettling. McDonald’s portrayal marked a historic moment as she became the first Black actress to take on the role of Rose on Broadway. Despite strong ticket sales, the revival did not reach the anticipated success, and questions remain regarding the financial recovery of the production.
The acclaimed Broadway revival of Gypsy, starring six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald and directed by George C. Wolfe, will end its run at the Majestic Theatre on Aug. 17, after 28 previews and 269 regular performances.
The revered 1959 musical follows Rose, a domineering mother whose ruthless pursuit of vaudeville stardom for her daughters is as thrilling as it is unsettling.
McDonald became the first Black actress to play Rose on Broadway, leading a production that earned raves.
It never became the kind of must-see hit its backers had hoped for, and the producers have not addressed whether the show recouped its investment.
Collection
[
|
...
]