Billy Porter Exits ‘Cabaret’ Early: Sepsis Diagnosis Forces Broadway Closure
Broadway’s *Cabaret* Announces Early Closure Following Star’s Health Concerns
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The Broadway revival of *Cabaret* is set to close on September 21, 2025, an earlier date than initially announced. the production, playing in New York City, had originally been scheduled to run until October 19, 2025.
Star’s Health Prompts Change
The change in schedule is reportedly due to a health update concerning one of the show’s leading actors. While specific details about the actor’s condition have not been disclosed, the situation has led to the decision to conclude the production sooner than anticipated.
Original Cast and Revised dates
Billy Porter, reprising his role as the emcee, and Marisha Wallace, as Sally Bowles, were initially slated to continue their performances until the originally planned closing date of October 19, 2025, after a run in London. The show will now conclude its run nearly a month earlier according to Just Jared.