First performance of STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS delayed until 21 September

Due to sudden personal circumstances, it has been announced that Haydn Gwynne has been forced to withdraw from Cameron Mackintosh's latest musical production, Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, which was due to start previews at the Gielgud Theatre on 16 September.

The rehearsal period has therefore been extended whilst a replacement for Ms Gwynne is found to join and rehearse with the all-star ensemble cast. Preview performances will now commence on 21 September. The replacement is expected to be announced in the coming days.

Cameron Mackintosh said today: "Matthew Bourne and I were naturally very distressed, along with our brilliant cast headed by Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga, to learn that Haydn Gwynne must suddenly withdraw from the production, for the immediate future at least. Haydn gave an unforgettable performance of ‘Ladies Who Lunch’ during the Old Friends Gala Premiere in May 2022 and has been an integral part of this very close-knit company ever since. Haydn will be very much missed and we all send her our love. We are very sorry for any inconvenience caused to our patrons who had bought tickets for the first few performances, particularly those coming from afar. All affected ticket holders will be contacted directly by the box office to make arrangements for you to see an alternative performance as quickly as possible".

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