DEATH BECOMES HER Reviews — Page 16

DebraR said: "So frustrating. Im trying to map out the week I am in town (this week) and can't figure out which date/time we should try to get tickets for. I really want to see both but there are so many absences. Has anyone figured out the "best chance" day to see them?"

I'm also wondering this and now instead of ''Gypsy'' right from the start I think I'll just go to ''Death Becomes Her'' because my thursday and friday are filled already and the rest of the week are either two show days and/or weekend.

Michelle Williams is out tonight.

itsahopi said: "Bettyboy72 said: "MemorableUserName said: "Dee's on tonight (announced a few hours ago) and tomorrow's matinee (announced a few days ago). Hilty infor the Sunday evening (they had no Wednesday matinee this week; two Sunday shows instead) as of now."

It’s ridiculous to me that Megan is doing an 11:30am show at the Laurie Beechman Theatre on 5/10 but can’t do both of her Broadway shows. I’m sorry but that’s unacceptable. People who paid to see her Saturday night are out of luck but she’s participating in a show at the Beechman. What is going on?"

She didn’t actually perform at the Beechman show. From what I heard she was there supporting her husband’s show and didn’t speak."

She absolutely did perform. She had top billing and there are photos of her reading from a script. She was speaking. 

Bette's Turban said: "Something is afoot. And since there is no attempt at transparency I suspect it’s something shady. Did she actually call out? Or was this an unannounced planned absence? If she did call out.. was she ill? And then how could she be attending other functions? And if it was an unannounced planned absence.. should the producers be sued for false advertising ? And yes ; I’m going to speculate all I want ."

1. People are allowed personal days.

2. Is it nice if the producers announce well in advance that someone will be out? Sure. Are they obligated to? Absolutely not. You can still get a refund if the name is over the title.

Robbie2 said: "Coming up - Hilty out again - Understudies for Wednesday May 14 matinee

This afternoon at Death Becomes Her, the role of Madeline Ashton will be performed by Dee Roscioli"

If you scroll up, this was already announced. Not new.

pagereynolds said: "Bette's Turban said: "Something is afoot. And since there is no attempt at transparency I suspect it’s something shady. Did she actually call out? Or was this an unannounced planned absence? If she did call out.. was she ill? And then how could she be attending other functions? And if it was an unannounced planned absence.. should the producers be sued for false advertising ? And yes ; I’m going to speculate all I want ."

1. People are allowed personal days.

2. Is it nice if the producers announce well in advance that someone will be out? Sure. Are they obligated to? Absolutely not. You can still get a refund if the name is over the title."

I guess either you haven’t been following or are too lazy to read.  There’s difference between personal days and weekly continued absences.  In what job would you be taking personal days,  every week, week after week?    And the two  leads are being heavily touted and on a lot of the press.   THE PRODUCERS ARE OBLIGATED TO NOT MISLEAD THE TICKET BUYERS.  Not saying that’s what they did.  But  what your saying is stupid.

Updated On: 5/11/25 at 07:53 PM

Fire her! If it’s not a legit reason then make an example out of her. The understudy is fabulous.  Or bring Sutton .. one of many that would be great.  Just a little frustrating.  Happy Mothers Day.

 

alovingfan said: "Fire her! If it’s not a legit reason then make an example out of her. The understudy is fabulous. Or bring Sutton .. one of many that would be great. Just a little frustrating. Happy Mothers Day.

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Unless you have information to share with the class towards her reasons for her calling out declaring "Fire Her" with no knowledge of the situation. You're not a producer, her name is above the title. If you're so inclined, then get your refund. There could be dozens of reasons for why she is out. Could be her, could be her family. With the right paperwork it would not be possible to fire her for absences. 

Updated On: 5/11/25 at 08:58 PM

Bettyboy72 said: "itsahopi said: "Bettyboy72 said: "MemorableUserName said: "Dee's on tonight (announced a few hours ago) and tomorrow's matinee (announced a few days ago). Hilty infor the Sunday evening (they had no Wednesday matinee this week; two Sunday shows instead) as of now."

It’s ridiculous to me that Megan is doing an 11:30am show at the Laurie Beechman Theatre on 5/10 but can’t do both of her Broadway shows. I’m sorry but that’s unacceptable. People who paid to see her Saturday night are out of luck but she’s participating in a show at the Beechman. What is going on?"

She didn’t actually perform at the Beechman show. From what I heard she was there supporting her husband’s show and didn’t speak."

She absolutely did perform. She had top billing and there are photos of her reading from a script. She was speaking."

It was a comedy show stage reading that was 25min long and she said one word. 

alovingfan said: "Anyones guess as to attendance this week? I would like to try going again and I am determined to see all 4 leads."

 

Wed 14 May, 2025

• Dee Roscioli s/b Madeline Ashton (afternoon performance)

• Natalie Charle Ellis u/s Helen Sharp (afternoon performance)

alovingfan said: "Anyones guess as to attendance this week? I would like to try going again and I am determined to see all 4 leads."

You should have gone last night. Or any Tuesday, honestly. 

Wow, all three are out? So basically no Wednesday matinees EVER for this show.