Broadway on the Brink: Cats Revival Closes Early as Costs Mount
Andrew Lloyd Webber warns Broadway is in dire danger after his Cats revival, Cats: The Jellicle Ball, closes after five months due to unsustainable running costs despite strong grosses and Tony wins. He argues that the current economics make new productions hard to finance, urging theatre owners, unions and producers to act collectively to protect the next generation of creators, while noting Broadway’s overall 2025-2026 grosses set a record as the industry faces a delicate balance between risk and renewal.