I have tickets for late January and honestly, I’d rather they cancel the show ( typically, they offer you alternative ticket dates) because I want to see Audra. Keeping my fingers crossed. Hope they all get well quickly.
Why did they say she doesn’t have an alternate? She does and her name is Tryphena Wade. It’s one thing to cancel because of widespread illness, but to say she doesn’t have an alternate is just bad journalism.
The alternate must have been sick also? But no one should not have an understudy and potential replacement, even two for the lead. It’s bad for business too. Especially this week it’s crazy.
The ticket prices are astronomical! People paid to see Audra, so whether the understudy goes on or not, they would demand a refund. Easier and cheaper to close the show.
the show used to go on. not to have an understudy is shameful. to want only to see one performer is a pathetic cave to the celebrity culture. there are many who could step into the part in a nanosecond & slay.
Audra actually does have an alternate... her name is Tryphena Wade & i'm sure she's just as wonderful as Audra. She's listed on the Gypsy official website if you want to check out her bio!
I have that cold myself and my twin sister in Connecticut and her husband had it as well. It is spreading it is virulent and I actually have a below normal temperature. God bless you all and keep you safe. You too Audra. I'm staying home from work today.
is this common behavior on broadway? feel sorry for those who pay plane tickets, hotels, etc. thinking they could go and see the show. the cancellations after the first one feel very last minute-y.
They do have understudies (even for Audra), people are imagining they are just not using them, but if that was the case it would only be a day or two of cancellations (if they needed to have put in rehearsals for them, if not they would just go on). Especially for the most profitable week of the year, they’d use them but it’s clear enough illness has spread through the whole cast.
@@gwenniegirl50 Yes I can hear too. Glen Close had an understudy in Sunset. The vocal range for Rose is not off the charts. Operas always have understudies for the main parts. What I'm saying is this is odd = highly unusual.
Audra actually does have an understudy… her name is TRYPHENA WADE & im sure she is absolutely incredible, and also probably sick. There would have to be an excessive amount of people out sick for a show of this caliber to get cancelled.
Ethel Merman never missed a single performance of any show she was ever in. She was known to sing with cough drops in her mouth, occasionally sending one flying into the balcony after hitting a high note. She could have killed someone. However, to be fair, Audra once did a show when she was at least six months pregnant, which is, to the best of my knowledge, something Ethel never did.
Why are all the original shows being made into African American ones? It's not a dumb question but what about something new or authentic? This makes no sense.
I caught a cold right after thanksgiving. Got better in two weeks and I’m sick again now, barely a month later. I’m seriously considering wearing a mask for the rest of the flu season 😷
It’s the Entertainment Industry (including music, instruments, ballet, acting, painting, sculpture, writers, mainstream media…) forever controlled by 🇮🇱NY🇮🇱 and 🇮🇱CA🇮🇱. Look at the founders, owners, major shareholders and agents 🇮🇱 who dominate to this day.
WTF! Has anyone on Broadway ever heard of The Flu shot!!!? A lot of people spent a lot of money to get to NYC to see a Broadway show and I didn’t even mention the VERY expensive ticket cost. Unacceptable! You always have an understudy for ANYONE!
I have tickets for late January and honestly, I’d rather they cancel the show ( typically, they offer you alternative ticket dates) because I want to see Audra. Keeping my fingers crossed. Hope they all get well quickly.
Audra is above the title, if she's out you can get a refund
Get well soon Audra!
Why did they say she doesn’t have an alternate? She does and her name is Tryphena Wade. It’s one thing to cancel because of widespread illness, but to say she doesn’t have an alternate is just bad journalism.
Couldn't agree more! I'm sure Tryphena is absolutely AMAZING!!!!!!❤❤❤💙💙💙
The alternate must have been sick also? But no one should not have an understudy and potential replacement, even two for the lead. It’s bad for business too. Especially this week it’s crazy.
I hope Audra makes a full recovery.
and everyone else lol
@dadaaxel3189 Of Course. I'm sorry I ignored the other cast members.
Wear a mask. Haven't been sick in five years.
Me too!
We can as audience members. Audra can’t perform in a mask.
Yeah, people pay all that money to see her wheeze and cough her way thru a performance behind a gdmn mask.
Whats your dealer's number?
@@musicaldramaqueenyeah but audiences can protect performers by masking
The ticket prices are astronomical! People paid to see Audra, so whether the understudy goes on or not, they would demand a refund. Easier and cheaper to close the show.
People, be nice. Damn!
Oh wow ...this is sad ... it is such a great show ...
. Glad I saw it already ...
Great health and speedy recovery to everyone ❤🌟
The Phantom is up for some Vengeance to get his Theater back!!!
the show used to go on. not to have an understudy is shameful. to want only to see one performer is a pathetic cave to the celebrity culture. there are many who could step into the part in a nanosecond & slay.
Seriously Audra should have had an alternate there is clearly plenty of Broadway performers out there.
That was not her choice. She is not a producer.
@@denisenoles3159 I didn't mean it was her decision I just thought they would have been wise to choose an alternate for her.
Audra actually does have an alternate... her name is Tryphena Wade & i'm sure she's just as wonderful as Audra. She's listed on the Gypsy official website if you want to check out her bio!
I hope the whole cast recovers well!
I have that cold myself and my twin sister in Connecticut and her husband had it as well. It is spreading it is virulent and I actually have a below normal temperature. God bless you all and keep you safe. You too Audra. I'm staying home from work today.
God I’m praying for healing energy for the cast. Their life is much more important.
I had a misc virus in October.
Not fit for the public for 2 1/2 weeks!
I pray that Grande Dame will recover soon.🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗💋💋💋💐
is this common behavior on broadway? feel sorry for those who pay plane tickets, hotels, etc. thinking they could go and see the show. the cancellations after the first one feel very last minute-y.
They do have understudies (even for Audra), people are imagining they are just not using them, but if that was the case it would only be a day or two of cancellations (if they needed to have put in rehearsals for them, if not they would just go on). Especially for the most profitable week of the year, they’d use them but it’s clear enough illness has spread through the whole cast.
No understudy???!!!
Very odd that she doesn't have an understudy.
Pedigree is so rare
In certain circumstances 😏
It was stated that there is no understudy because Audra and her vocal talents are so unique
@@gwenniegirl50 EVERYONE is replaceable.
@@gwenniegirl50 Yes I can hear too. Glen Close had an understudy in Sunset. The vocal range for Rose is not off the charts. Operas always have understudies for the main parts. What I'm saying is this is odd = highly unusual.
Audra actually does have an understudy… her name is TRYPHENA WADE & im sure she is absolutely incredible, and also probably sick. There would have to be an excessive amount of people out sick for a show of this caliber to get cancelled.
bring back mask mandates for events & i bet attendees AND performers limit transmission
Oh, that’s a bummer!!!
Audra is gorgeous
☮️💚
Hope everyone gets well.😊❤
What a shame!
Especially as Trump comes into office.
Ethel Merman never missed a single performance of any show she was ever in. She was known to sing with cough drops in her mouth, occasionally sending one flying into the balcony after hitting a high note. She could have killed someone. However, to be fair, Audra once did a show when she was at least six months pregnant, which is, to the best of my knowledge, something Ethel never did.
Why are all the original shows being made into African American ones? It's not a dumb question but what about something new or authentic? This makes no sense.
A little break can help the cast come back stronger! 💪 Happy 2025 !! 🎅🏻💚
I caught a cold right after thanksgiving. Got better in two weeks and I’m sick again now, barely a month later. I’m seriously considering wearing a mask for the rest of the flu season 😷
Is it bird flu???? 😬
How about we cancel “Gypsy” and create new musicals? 🤷🏻♂️
BIRD FLU
Use the damn understudies
Didn’t She Get All the Required Shots According to the NYC Health Dept?
I have had all the shots and more and I'm still sick
@joshualieder7524 Time to Shut Down the United States Economy Again.
I hope it’s not the bird flu H5N1 hey girl
Few comments, but gosh, the ones they let through. 🤦🏿♀️🤦🤦🏻♀️🤦🏽
It’s the Entertainment Industry (including music, instruments, ballet, acting, painting, sculpture, writers, mainstream media…) forever controlled by 🇮🇱NY🇮🇱 and 🇮🇱CA🇮🇱. Look at the founders, owners, major shareholders and agents 🇮🇱 who dominate to this day.
Covid
Merman never missed a performance.
Ethel Bourbon would say get back on that stage.
I can’t wait for the all white cast of Dreamgirls.
@capersmith Keeps you up at night eh?
@ yes, I finally got my Wicked movie and now I am wet with anticipation for Melissa McCarthy as Effie.
OH heavens! hHhahahahaha. Or The Supremes.
WTF! Has anyone on Broadway ever heard of The Flu shot!!!? A lot of people spent a lot of money to get to NYC to see a Broadway show and I didn’t even mention the VERY expensive ticket cost.
Unacceptable! You always have an understudy for ANYONE!
It is strange.who ever heard of no understudy?
@@yvonnecooper5004 It's very rare.
ANYTHING can happen in life. We can't predict unforseen circumstances.
Is it really🤔
Or are these"travelers" just trying to gyp medicaid✌🏾
CBS helped Trump the hard United Heath care
So unprofessional, and they charge hundreds!
They didn't give refunds?
Miscast unneeded revival. Misguided from the start and obviously poorly prepared as well. Merman would be appalled. She NEVER missed a performance!
Oh go away. Half the cast is sick, they're human beings, not robots. Your comments are what's misguided and unneeded. Jesus.
I thought it was a bad idea from the start.
I didn't know Gypsy Rose Lee was black.
WHO CARES ..... Isn't is a fictional character????? ... 🤔
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Psst - Rose is the Mom -
@@stache1954 To be fair, the woman who plays Gypsy is also Black. ;)
Gypsy Rosie Greer was, though.
@@clarkclarkeGypsy Rose Lee was a real person.
Good riddance
A Jew is better suited for that role like Middler..
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Ummm... plenty of non-Jewish stars have successfully played Rose, beginning with Ethel Merman!
@@treesny You’re just being antisemitic.
Oh lord ... you are disgusting
Ethel wasn't Jewish. She once brought a ham sandwich to a seder at Arthur Laurent's house.
Doesnt sound like much of a loss.