Overview
- Davies, 29, told fans she is battling a lingering illness and will be off on medical advice, without confirming a return date.
- Understudy Hannah Lowther completed the role mid-performance and has been leading scheduled evening shows, drawing strong praise from audiences and online viewers.
- Milton Keynes Theatre cancelled Thursday's matinee due to cast illness with less than two hours' notice and said ticket holders were contacted with options.
- Additional illnesses and injuries across the company have contributed to scheduling disruption, according to cast social posts reported by outlets.
- After tabloid claims of backstage tension, Lowther posted "nothing but love" for Davies and Davies said the show is in safe hands with her.