What are the chances of them canceling shows tomorrow (Sunday)?

[sundaymorning6am]

Posted: 12/25/10 at 9:53pm

I have some friends coming in from out of town tomorrow to see West Side Story and they asked if there was a chance the show would be canceled. I hadn't found anything on Playbill or BWW, but let me know if I missed it or if you've heard anything! Thanks!

[musicalperson17]

Posted: 12/25/10 at 10:06pm

I think you should be fine. The only the show that's cancelled recently is Spiderman for obvious reasons. A show like WSS, long into it's run, on the verge of closing would not cancel a performance. Especially during the holidays. That is a huge business time for Broadway.

[bwayphreak234]

Posted: 12/25/10 at 10:07pm

If they have a scheduled show it shouldn't be canceled. A lot of shows did not have shows on Christmas Eve, but I think pretty much every show has one, if not two, scheduled performances tomorrow.

[suttonfoster]

Posted: 12/25/10 at 10:10pm

bwayphreak is probably talking about the huge snow storm coming tomorrow. if it's really bad i don't see how the actors and audiences can get to the theatres

[stevenycguy]

Posted: 12/25/10 at 10:11pm

I would say virtually 0%. Last year I remember a big blizzard arriving on a Wednesday afernoon. While Brooklyn got about 18 inches of snow, all the snow was being plowed right away on 42nd Street and both shows (2pm and 8pm Wednesday) went on as if nothing was happening. As in the past, they may make an accommodation to those who cannot make it in (such as those who live in NJ or Long Island) to exchange their tickets for another performance, if blizzard conditions arrive mid-day.

[givesmevoice]

Posted: 12/25/10 at 10:12pm

bwayphreak is probably talking about the huge snow storm coming tomorrow. if it's really bad i don't see how the actors and audiences can get to the theatres

The audience might not make it, but the actors all should. The city might freak out, but it doesn't completely stop functioning in the snow. Besides, isn't it supposed to start in the afternoon anyway? Most Sunday matinees will be underway by that point.

[musicalperson17]

Posted: 12/25/10 at 10:36pm

Also keep in mind that canceling a performance is a huge financial strain on the production itself. They will pull out all the stops not to cancel a performance.

[givesmevoice]

Posted: 12/25/10 at 10:39pm

Some of us in Jersey can still make it to the city in a snowstorm.

[Marianne2]

Posted: 12/25/10 at 11:04pm

Isn't the general rule of thumb is that performances will be on, unless the city gets shut down?

[taylorPHENOMENON2]

Posted: 12/25/10 at 11:36pm

^Right. During huge snow storms in the city last year most school were cancelled but all shows were on! (Snow days on Broadway = the best)

[Dramatic Coloratura]

Posted: 12/26/10 at 12:21am

I think there's a pretty good chance of all shows being cancelled tomorrow... Take a look at what showed up on my iPhone...

[thetinymagic2]

Posted: 12/26/10 at 12:23am

If there's a biggy storm tomorrow, there's bound to be numerous cancellation tix. Go for those last minute rush tix, people!

[givesmevoice]

Posted: 12/26/10 at 12:32am

Must this come up every time there's a threat of a storm? Yes, it's going to snow tomorrow. Yes, there's going to be quite a lot of it. Yes, it might be difficult to get into the city. No, it doesn't mean shows will be canceled. Like thetinymagic2 said, there WILL be tons of cancellation tickets and it's a great chance to get awesome last minute tickets and see a show. Who knows, you might be one of only a handful of patrons at that performance.

[thetinymagic2]

Posted: 12/26/10 at 1:26am

Thank you, givesmevoice! Decades ago, about 75 people showed up (including me) for B'way show (forgot which one!?), during an extreme storm. The only thing I remember, is that the cast performed as if it was a full house, (the ushers moved us all front and center) and, after the curtain call, the cast personally shook hands with everyone, and congratulated us for getting there...
And then we all had a good old party in the (front of) HOUSE!

BTW, 99% of the time, the "forecast" is exaggerated.....just sayin'

[Kad]

Posted: 12/26/10 at 1:50am

...and if you go to a show, be sure to buy lots of concessions. And tip your bartender.

Not that I've got a reason to say that. Or anything.

[Mr Roxy]

Posted: 12/26/10 at 3:45am

The show must go on or so they say.

Tomorrow should be OK . It comes at a good time as Monday is normally a dark day anyway & it would probably be at its worst than.

[tking001]

Posted: 12/26/10 at 10:37am

Monday is normally a dark day but it is holiday time and some shows are doing one and some even 2 shows on Monday.

[PalJoey]

Posted: 12/26/10 at 11:28am

I love going to the theater in a snowstorm.

My favorite memory was getting a canceled ticket to see Julie Andrews in Putting It Together in a blizzard.

Also: going to see Barbara Cook at the Cafe Carlyle during another huge snowstorm--my two friends and I were seated at a table directly in front of her, and there were only a few other people there. It was cabaret heaven.

[Wishing Only Wounds]

Posted: 12/26/10 at 11:30am

Who would I call in the event that I can't get into the city tonight (due to the LIRR being down)?

I'm seeing Wicked tonight and the Gershwin along with multiple Ticketmaster numbers are not answering.

[winston89]

Posted: 12/26/10 at 12:28pm

I remember my time during a snow storm during an afternoon performance of Wicked. The lotto was decent sized. However, when I got into the house it was totally empty. They moved everyone in the rear half of the orchestra to the front and only the first two rows if that in the mezz were full.

Also, I think they only cancel shows if the city declares a state of emergency which never happens.

[quizking101]

Posted: 12/26/10 at 1:01pm

I almost got my WOMEN ON THE VERGE Christmas gift tickets for today. (This was one of my option dates). Instead I'm seeing it next Sunday, and hopefully the snow will be gone by then.

[justafan2]

Posted: 12/26/10 at 1:15pm

Broadwayworld on facebook just posted that all shows are scheduled to go on today.

[Scott Briefer]

Posted: 12/26/10 at 1:19pm

My two cents... the shows will go on. Grab a cancellation ticket. There will be plenty and the seats will be brilliant.

[Wishing Only Wounds]

Posted: 12/26/10 at 5:03pm

Officially gave up my Orchestra Row C, Seat 6 ticket for the 8:00 performance of Wicked tonight... if you're lucky enough to be in Manhattan, run to the theatres... I'm sure my seat wont be nearly as good as what will be available.