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DepartureGeneral NewsMoulin Rouge! The Musical
Megan Thee Stallion Exiting 'Moulin Rouge' Early on Heels of Breakup - The Hollywood Reporter
Megan Thee Stallion is leaving her role in Moulin Rouge! The Musical ahead of schedule, reportedly following a personal breakup.
The Hollywood Reporter · Friday, June 19, 2026
DepartureSIX: The Musical
Dylan Mulvaney Announces Final Performance in Broadway’s ‘Six: The Musical’ - TicketNews
Dylan Mulvaney has announced their final performance in the Broadway production of Six: The Musical, marking the end of their run in the show.
TicketNews · Thursday, June 18, 2026
DepartureInterviewDeath Becomes Her
Megan Hilty Reflects on Life After Death Becomes Her and Why Everyone Will Soon Be Talking About Paddington - theatermania.com
Megan Hilty discusses her career trajectory following her departure from Death Becomes Her and expresses optimism about the upcoming Paddington musical.
theatermania.com · Tuesday, June 16, 2026
ClosingDepartureCelebrity ReplacementChess
‘Chess’ to Close Early on Broadway, Timed to Lea Michele’s Exit in June - Variety
The Broadway revival of Chess is ending its run earlier than originally planned, coinciding with lead actress Lea Michele's departure from the production in June.
Variety · Tuesday, May 26, 2026
ClosingDepartureCelebrity ReplacementChess
‘Chess’ To Close Early On Broadway Next Month With Departure Of Lea Michele - Deadline
The Broadway revival of Chess is closing early following the departure of lead actress Lea Michele from the production.
Deadline · Tuesday, May 26, 2026
ClosingDepartureCelebrity ReplacementChess
‘Chess’ Will Close With Lea Michele’s Departure, in a Change of Plans - The New York Times
The Broadway revival of Chess is closing following Lea Michele's departure from the production, representing a significant change from previously announced plans.
The New York Times · Tuesday, May 26, 2026
DepartureAladdin
Michael James Scott, ‘Aladdin’’s longest-running Genie, to depart May 3 - Broadway News
Michael James Scott, who has played the Genie in Aladdin longer than any other performer, will leave the production on May 3.
Broadway News · Monday, March 16, 2026
DeparturePerfect Crime
David Butler Concludes Historic Run in PERFECT CRIME Off-Broadway - BroadwayWorld
David Butler, a longtime performer in the off-Broadway production of Perfect Crime, has completed his tenure with the show, marking the end of a significant chapter in the production's history.
BroadwayWorld · Wednesday, January 21, 2026

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What the news tells us

On average, weekly gross rose 16% in the 4 weeks after a major review.
Across 9 shows where this happened. A pattern, not proof of cause.
On average, weekly gross fell 12% in the 4 weeks after a casting announcement.
Across 7 shows where this happened. A pattern, not proof of cause.
On average, weekly gross rose 14% in the 4 weeks after a wave of critical acclaim.
Across 5 shows where this happened. A pattern, not proof of cause.
On average, how full the house was fell 15% in the 4 weeks after a major review.
Across 4 shows where this happened. A pattern, not proof of cause.
On average, weekly gross rose 38% in the 4 weeks after a extension announcement.
Across 4 shows where this happened. A pattern, not proof of cause.

Each finding compares the 4 weeks before and after the event. Lots of things move ticket sales at once — treat these as clues, not proof of cause.

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