NEW YORK (1010 WINS) – All performances of “Hamilton” and “Aladdin” have been canceled through Christmas, making the two musicals the latest Broadway productions to scrap more shows because of breakthrough COVID-19 cases in their vaccinated companies.
“In the ongoing effort to ensure the wellbeing of our cast, crew, and audience, this week’s performances of ‘Hamilton’ on Broadway have been canceled due to breakthrough COVID-19 cases,” a tweet from the show’s account said Monday.
“On behalf of everyone at ‘Hamilton,’ we apologize for the disappointment and for any inconvenience this may cause,” the tweet continued.
Organizers for “Aladdin” also announced that shows would be canceled through Christmas due to COVID-19 cases.
“Through our continuing rigorous testing protocols, additional breakthrough COVID-19 cases have been detected within the company of ‘Aladdin’ at The New Amsterdam Theatre,” organizers said in a statement.
“Because the wellness and safety of our guests, cast, and crew are our top priority, all matinee and evening performances from Tuesday, Dec. 21, through Friday, Dec. 24, are canceled. Performances are scheduled to resume, Dec. 26 at 1 p.m.” the statement continued.
Both productions said tickets to the impacted performances can be refunded at the point of purchase.
COVID-19 has led to the cancelation or postponement of a number of Broadway shows in recent days, including “Tina – The Tina Turner Musical,” “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child,” “Jagged Little Pill,” “Moulin Rouge!” and “Ain’t Too Proud.”
According to WABC, 10 shows—which is nearly a third of the 32 currently running productions—have been impacted.
While Broadway performers and theater staff are required to be vaccinated, health officials believe the rise of the highly contagious omicron variant may be to blame for a recent surge in cases in the city and state.
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