Ticket sales for Sheridan Smith's play Opening Night have drastically decreased, leading to the possibility of ending the run early. Fans have been disappointed by the production and have complained about the confusing plot. The actress has urged fans to attend the show, but fears from investors have raised concerns about the ability to attract audiences. The play is based on a 1977 drama film and stars Sheridan Smith as Myrtle Gordon, a functioning alcoholic actress.
Sheridan Smith 's under-fire West End play Opening Night could reportedly be cut short as ticket sales are slashed in a desperate bid to draw in crowds. The actress, 42, stars as functioning alcoholic actress Myrtle Gordon in the new musical - which is based on the 1977 drama film starring Gena Rowlands .
But fans have been left baffled and bored by the production, with scores of theatregoers streaming out of the show nearly every evening since its March 6 debut, complaining about the bewildering plot. The actress has begged fans to come and see her at the Gielgud Theatre in London this week, but now with fears from investors her star quality 'won't even be able to get the crowds in', bosses are now toying with the idea of ending the 21 week run early, according to reports. 'Sheridan has been a resounding success but the show itself has been far from i
Sheridan Smith West End Play Opening Night Ticket Sales Crowds Musical Gena Rowlands Plot Disappointed Investors Run Myrtle Gordon Actress
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