ArtsBeat: 'Allegiance' Announces Broadway Closing Date
The musical, about the internment of Japanese-Americans during World War II, will have played 113 regular performances when it finishes.
The musical, about the internment of Japanese-Americans during World War II, will have played 113 regular performances when it finishes.
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Despite efforts to emphasize its relevance, the musical "Allegiance" is not faring as well.
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Once thought of as a long-shot musical, the production has made back the money investors raised to mount the show.
Mr. Mendes will leave as the director of the musical, which has been showing in London's West End since 2013, but will remain on the production team bringing it to New York.
No replacement has been named for the part of J.M. Barrie.
The musical will open in September for an open-ended run.
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The Tony-winning actress is currently starring in "Allegiance" on Broadway.
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