Will Piazza extend?

Now that Light in the Piazza has 11 noms and the Tony's will give it more attention, will they extend past September so more people will have a chance to see it?

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Please forgive me if this is an ignorant question, but if business picks up and TLITP wins so high profile awards, Is it possible for it to move to a different theatre?

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I wasn't expecting, just wondering if it was possible.

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It's possible theoretically, but it won't happen. Transferring theatres is a VERY expensive proposition (usually a couple of million dollars) and it's only done with big blockbuster hits that have the potential to run for years after the move (Cabaret, Chicago etc....).

Piazza is a terrific show, but it's potential audience is rather limited with its esoteric subject matter, a very complex score and no stars above the title. Despite a strong slate of reviews and tons of nominations from the OCC and Drama Desk, it's attendance numbers have been in the 50s, 60s and low 70s. No producer would invest money to move a show with box office numbers that weak.

Now, I guess if somehow it were to sweep the Tonys, including Best Musical (never happen) and immediately sell out through September, perhaps the scenario might change. But, it's highly unlikely.

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Thanks, guys!
I'll just have to make another visit before it leaves.

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