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The Book of Mormon Halts Broadway Run Through May 17 After Theater Fire

A city vacate order keeps the Eugene O’Neill Theatre closed until repairs pass reinspection.

Overview

  • Producers canceled performances through Sunday, May 17 following Monday's three-alarm blaze, with ticket holders to be offered refunds or new dates.
  • ATG Entertainment said flames were confined to the spotlight booth where follow spots operate.
  • City inspectors found heavy damage to the booth and roof, leading to a full vacate of the theater and a partial vacate for three rooms at a neighboring hotel.
  • FDNY fire marshals are still probing the cause, and officials said one firefighter had minor injuries.
  • The closure threatens plans for a June 9–14 15th‑anniversary week with original cast cameos and could dent a show that had been grossing about $750,000 a week.