Andrew Lloyd Webber Says ‘Costly Mistake’ Comments About ‘Cinderella’ Were Misunderstood
variety.comBrent Lang Executive Editor of Film and MediaAndrew Lloyd Webber says he is “devastated” that the media is reporting that he believes his West End production of “Cinderella” was a “costly mistake” and insists that his sentiments have been taken out of context.The “Phantom of the Opera” and “Cats” composer was booed when a letter he wrote was read at the final performance of “Cinderella” in London on Sunday evening.
In it, Lloyd Webber talked about “Cinderella’s” long road to the stage, one that saw the theater impresario doing battle with the U.K.
government over health and capacity restrictions that prevented theaters from reopening for over a year. “Cinderella’s” opening was originally scheduled for August, 2020, but was delayed several times due to COVID. “We kept the government’s feet to the flame and lead the charge to get the West End open again,” Lloyd Webber’s original letter read. “It might have been a costly mistake, but I am proud that we did and proud of everyone who supported me.
Cinderella got some of the best reviews of my career. I am immensely proud of it and it’s hugely due to you.”On social media, Lloyd Webber sought to clarify his remarks. “I am devastated to have been reported to have said that my beloved production of ‘Cinderella’ was a ‘costly mistake,” he wrote.
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