A bit disappointed to hear all this. I wasn't impressed with Jessica Phillips in the At This Performance ... performance. However, I don't think this means that a Next to Normal post-Ripley would be a disaster. I have no doubt that there will be a suitable replacement, if the show reaches that point. However, I have a feeling Ripley will be with the show as long as she's able to do it.
"...everyone finally shut up, and the audience could enjoy the beginning of the Anatevka Pogram in peace."
