Flying monkey sues Wicked over fall — Page 2

It's quite possible that this happened in the scene where the monkeys are released, which is a visually busy scene, and someone falling could easily be lost in the busyness, or look like it was intentional.

Regarding the flying rig, yes it can be assumed (or guaranteed) that it is regularly tested and that harnesses and wires are routinely replaced. It certainly isn't the exact same equipment that was there when the show opened.

And to clarify the Stephanie J. Block info, in Toronto (the opening of the 1st National) the plan was for Elphaba to fly in at the top of No Good Deed, instead of rising from the trap as it is done on Broadway. (the tour doesn't have a downstage elevator or trap) In tech, she was hooked up to two separate wires, one on each hip. It was automated, and one wire went and the other stayed static. She basically was being pulled at the same time as being anchored.

Updated On: 8/28/15 at 11:08 PM

So what technique do they use at the beginning of no good deed when the theater has no trap door? Or is the trap door just a part of the set now?

To Tag--Having followed BWW now for a couple of years, I am always astounded on your knowledge on absolutely everything about theatre. Your avatar causes me to think that is you[so cute], so youthful and to know so much that it is always a pleasure to read when you post.

From an Aussie fan....x

Isn't there at least an informal prohibition against spoilers in thread titles?

How were those of us who haven't seen the show to know there were flying monkeys!?

I'm surprised no actors or crew from the show has made reference to it on social media.

The the intent to sue is there, so hopefully the producers will just give her a bunch of money so it doesn't have to drag out in court. For her sake and theirs.

Gaveston you should know by now that the BWW family is terrible with jokes

I do, Mr. N, but I have to share the blame as well. I know there's no tone-of-voice here to let others know when we are joking. In my experience, AEA has a fine sense of humor.

Pootie2 said: "Wicked producers and investors certainly have a crap ton of money...

I don't understand how this works. Isn't there insurance for these types of accidents? Where does Equity get involved?"

There would be insurance and workmans comp in place to cover medical expenses, but from the report it sounds like this actress is potentially facing a permanent disability.

And Idina didn't sue because she wasn't facing a permanent disability.

From NYT (http://artsbeat.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/08/28/injured-wicked-actress-seeks-evidence-in-court/?_r=0):

Several members of the audience that night reported on Twitter that they had seen a flying monkey fall, and said the show was briefly halted. Ms. Shulman was transported to a hospital in an ambulance. In an initial workers’ compensation claim included in the court filing, she described her injury as a shoulder strain; Mr. Shapey said she suffered neurological damage

shrekster224 said: "I went through PlaybillVault/cast history and did not see a Maia Shulman....does she have a different equity name?"

Maia Evwaraye-Griffin