Broadway's 'Cabaret' to Close Early Due to Billy Porter's Illness
TL;DR
The Broadway revival of Cabaret will close early on September 21, four weeks before the planned date, due to Billy Porter withdrawing from his role as Emcee because of health issues; the production has been running for 18 previews and 592 performances.
- Cabaret Announces Early Closing, As Billy Porter is Forced to Withdraw as Emcee Broadway Shows
- With Billy Porter Sidelined by Illness, ‘Cabaret’ Moves Up Closing The New York Times
- 'Cabaret' to close on Broadway due to Billy Porter sepsis diagnosis ABC7 New York
- Broadway's Cabaret Revival Will Close Earlier Than Expected; Billy Porter Out for Remainder With Illness Playbill
- ‘Cabaret’ on Broadway Set to Close Early as Billy Porter Withdraws From Show The Hollywood Reporter
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