Eugene O’Neil Theatre on fire!! — Page 6

The Book of Mormon was one of a handful of shows to send out more than one national touring company. I believe the 1st NTs set is being used in Australia and the 2nd NT set was mostly reconfigured for the non-equity tour. I’m unsure what the status of the UK/European tour set is, but I imagine complications like overseas transportation and potential tariffs may not make it worth bringing it over.

Updated On: 5/6/26 at 03:30 PM

Now seems like a good time to offer a bit of advice to everyone. Whenever you get settled into a public place, it is important to take a moment and make a mental note of where the nearest emergency exits are. Especially in a crowded theatre or nightclub. In a stressful evacuation situation, our brains tend to make us want to exit the same way we came in which is usually not the quickest way to exit if there is an emergency.

Really, really good reminder for folks - and keep in mind, in any space with food service, the kitchen is likely an option. Never too many reminders now.

Per the email I just got, BOM is closed through May 17. More information will be released next week.

Sorry but I haven’t kept up on this but is it the lighting booth just caught on fire and people are over reacting that it will close ?

"On the morning of Monday, May 4, a fire was reported at our Broadway home, the Eugene O’Neill Theatre. FDNY was immediately contacted, were on site within minutes, and quickly extinguished the fire.

ATG Entertainment and The Book of Mormon extend their deepest thanks to the firefighters and emergency responders for their bravery and speedy response.

The fire was limited to the follow spot booth of the O’Neill. At this time, the exact cause of the fire is unknown.

ATG Entertainment and The Book of Mormon are currently working with a team of industry professionals to begin repairs needed to the building.

Performances of The Book of Mormon are canceled through Sunday, May 17. Ticket holders for impacted performances will be notified via their point of purchase to receive refunds or reschedule.

Next week, ATG Entertainment & The Book of Mormon will provide an update regarding performances, which are anticipated to resume at the Eugene O’Neill in the coming weeks.

We can’t wait to be back in our favorite place, doing something incredible - see you soon!"

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THDavis said: "I don’t get why touring productions setup shop for six weeks in NYC (and extend, oftentimes) but somehow the idea that a touring set could be stored somewhere could be pulled out and put at the Majestic once Beaches closes is out of the question. Wigs and costuming will need to be redone, possibly, but what else prevents an established show like this from getting back on its feet within a few months? Kinda seems like if there’s a will, there will be a way."


truly amazing how ppl dont understand

its not as simple as u all are making it out to be

but i shall start with the first obstacle

book of mormon is an ATG show

the majestic is owned by the Shubert Organization

while not unheard of

cross pollination is rare

also storing sets is costly

due to something called rent

and if a show has produced multiple sets

chances are they are being used for satellite productions worldwide

trust someone who knows

book of mormon isnt going anywhere

in a few weeks repairs will have been made

and all of the hand wringing on here will cease

until they cast andrew barth feldman as Nabulungi

Sharing the exact wording from the vacate order on DOB BIS, not to argue one way or another, just to share what the City has stated:

• Y1-FULL VACATE BUILDING SUSTAINED HEAVY FIRE, WATER AND SMOKE DAMAGE DUE TO FIRE IN SPOTLIGHT ROOM AT ABOVE 3 FLOOR SECTION. ALL ROOF HATCHES HAVE BEEN REMOVED AND SMALL SECTIONS OF ROOF MATERIAL HAVE BEEN REMOVED AS WELL.

All things considered, and barring any other developments, this seems like something that can be repaired in a relatively short amount of time- a month or two, I would guess.

ACL2006 said: "TheGingerBreadMan said: "I don't think that performances are resuming any time soon."

I'll guess and say they still have some kind of 15th anniversary concert somewhere and that'll officially close the show. A full vacate likely means the theater has significant damage."

Why? They already celebrated their 15th Anniversary performance.

Patti LuPone FANatic said: "In the meantime, many people are wondering about the pay status of the performers and staff. .Do they get paid or not at all during the rebuilding process?"

There should be information in their contract re: cancelled performances. If they have specific questions re: how/whether or not the info in their contract applies to this circumstance, they should be able to contact their Equity rep for clarification.

I imagine that staff will be appropriately notified as info becomes available, and there are unemployment benefits available if the applicant qualifies.

PS: Who, specifically, are these "many people" you mention? If they're like you, and not directly effected, they should keep their noses where they belong, and allow the process to proceed w/o distraction.

Updated On: 5/7/26 at 08:22 AM

Patti LuPone FANatic said: "In the meantime, many people are wondering about the pay status of the performers and staff. .Do they get paid or not at all during the rebuilding process?

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I’m not sure about the contracts with IATSE, AFM, and other theatre workers. Here’s the section regarding cancelled performances in the Actors Equity contract:

51. PERFORMANCES LOST

(A) If the company cannot perform because of fire, accident, strike, riot, Act of God, or the public enemy, which could not be reasonably anticipated or prevented, then the Actor shall not be entitled to any salary for the time during which Actor's services shall not for such reason or reasons be rendered, except:

(1) If the company is away from the Point of Organization, the Actor shall receive one-eighth of minimum salary plus one-seventh of minimum out-of-town expenses for the first day lost and one-seventh of minimum out-of-town expenses for each day on which performances are not given thereafter.

1. (a) The company may add a replacement performance in the same week as the canceled performance without any additional compensation provided the Actors receive no less than 24 hours' notice. If a performance is so scheduled, the Actors' salary and Per Diem will not be reduced for the canceled performance;
2. (b) The company may add a replacement performance in a subsequent week of the same engagement with no less than 72 hours' notice. If a performance is so scheduled, each Actor will be due an additional one-eighth of Actor's contractual salary for that replacement performance and Actor's salary and Per Diem may be reduced for the canceled performance.
3. (c) If a replacement performance is scheduled after the scheduled final performance of the tour, the Producer will reimburse the Actor for any additional travel expenses caused by such scheduling.

(B) Should any of the foregoing conditions continue for a period of 10 days or more, either party may terminate the contract (except on a Term Contract, only the Actor may terminate) and the Producer will pay for all services to date and transportation back to the Point of Organization or the Place of Engagement. (See Rule 72 TRANSPORTATION AND BAGGAGE)

Updated On: 5/7/26 at 11:20 AM

Has there been any reporting on what caused the fire?