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Audience member Paul Critchley said it was a "shock" to witness Sir Ian fall from the stage during the production. Mr Critchley, a Methodist minister from Downham Market, Norfolk, said: "Sir Ian seemed to trip as he moved downstage to take a more active part in the scene. "He picked up momentum as he moved downstage which resulted in him falling off the stage directly in front of the audience.
"The house lights came up very quickly as the stage management and front of house team dealt with the incident."An announcement was made by theatre management that the show had been cancelled, that Sir Ian was receiving treatment and an ambulance had been called."My thoughts are also with his fellow cast members, stage crew and front of house team at the Noel Coward Theatre."
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