Inside André De Shields's Final Performance in Hadestown on Broadway
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- Опубликовано: 21 окт 2024
- Tony Award winner André De Shields played his final performance at the Walter Kerr Theatre in Hadestown on May 29. The emotional evening culminated in New York City Mayor Eric Adams coming on stage at the end of the show and proclaiming May 29, “André De Shields Day” in recognition of his “tremendous contributions to our city’s dynamic cultural landscape.” An emotional De Shields then sang “Believe in Yourself” from The Wiz, the Broadway musical in which he originated the title role almost 50 years ago.
De Shields’ entrance received a three-minute standing ovation for his entrance. The curtain call also included a tribute from cast member Eva Noblezada, presentation of flowers by cast member Kay Trinidad, and trombonist Brian Drye gave De Shields a plunger mute signed by the entire band.
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I got to be there last night, and it was the most unforgettable theatre experience of my life. The entire place was electric all night and throughout the entire performance. Truly a magical evening.
Incredible wow. Thanks for sharing
Glad I made a dedicated trip to NYC in early May to catch him in the show before his final performance. Was planning on going in June and then I read he was stepping down in late May. So I quickly changed my travel plans!! May 6th. Front row center. It was magical!
What a beautiful person and a beautiful show! Enjoy your next chapter!! We saw the show on February 19 and were fortunate to catch the original cast.
Saw the show in March; it was an unforgettable experience; he is luminous; one of the all-time greats!
I was so hoping to see Hadestown again with Andre
So thankful to have been there to witness this
Never saw him in Hadestown but I have seen him in Shakespeare! An electric performer.
Would like to meet the wizard