Major Leeds musical cancelled following sexual misconduct allegations
A major Leeds theatre show has been cancelled due to allegations against Neil Gaiman.
A musical adaptation of Coraline was due to be showcased at Leeds Playhouse. The new musical was based on Neil Gaiman’s award-winning novel, which was turned into a popular film.
Producers have issued a statement. It reads: “From the co-production partners: Leeds Playhouse, Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh, Birmingham Rep, and HOME, Manchester. We have decided our production of Coraline – A Musical will not proceed.
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“After careful consideration, we feel it would be impossible to continue in the context of the allegations against its original author. Ticket holders have been contacted directly via email.”
A message apologising ‘for any inconvenience’ has also been sent directly to ticketholders. The decision comes after allegations against author Neil Gaiman.
Last week, Dark Horse Comics, the publisher of Neil Gaiman’s graphic novels and comic books, cancelled his upcoming work, after sexual misconduct allegations were made against him.
Neil Gaiman has denied allegations of sexual misconduct made by eight women, posting a statement on his website. Earlier this month, he posted that he: “Never engaged in non-consensual sexual activity with anyone. Ever”.
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