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Actress Fears For Safety Amid Belfast Riots
11 Jun
Summary
- Mean Girls UK tour cancelled due to safety concerns.
- Lead actress Vivian Panka fears for her safety.
- The show's entire Belfast run has been cancelled.
The UK tour of the musical Mean Girls has had its entire Belfast run cancelled due to ongoing civil unrest. The Grand Opera House confirmed the decision, citing the uncertainty caused by recent disturbances across Northern Ireland.
Vivian Panka, who stars as Regina George and is the first Black actress in the role, shared her distress. She reported being frightened and having not left her accommodation since the trouble began, keeping her blinds closed.
Panka emphasized that the cancellations are a safety issue, not due to illness within the company. She noted specific concerns as a person of colour, mentioning fires in the streets and angry messages received from fans. The safety of the company, audience, and theatre staff was paramount.
Ticket holders will be contacted directly via email to arrange refunds for the cancelled performances. The decision impacts the show's planned engagement at the Grand Opera House.
