The stage version of Tim Burton's 2003 movie of the same name will play its final performance on December 29.
- Nov 11, 2013
AceShowbiz - The stage adaptation of Tim Burton's 2003 critically-acclaimed film "Big Fish" will take a bow earlier than the original schedule. The Broadway production fails to hook big audience, with its ticket sales reportedly dropping to below 50|percent| of potential gross by last week.
The $14 million show is actually backed up by a high-profile team such as five-time Tony winner Susan Stroman serving as the director, Tony-nominated Andrew Lippa providing the music, and two-time Tony Award winner Norbert Leo Butz among the cast.
The script was written by John August who got a BAFTA nomination for his screenplay based on the novel by Daniel Wallace for Burton's feature film. "Middle isn't the end. Even the end isn't really the end. We're so unbelievably lucky to do this," he tweeted.
Producer Dan Jinks said the show "is about the passing on of stories and from the tremendous audience reaction we have received we know our tale will live on. I am so proud of our entire team for creating a unique, heartfelt and inspiring stage production."
Opened on October 6, the show will be closed on December 29 after playing 34 previews and 98 regular shows at the Neil Simon Theatre. It centers on a sensible son trying to reconnect with his manic father who is so fond of tales. The film stars Ewan McGregor, Albert Finney, Billy Crudup, Jessica Lange, Helena Bonham Carter, and Marion Cotillard.
